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Hongjiang Ancient Commercial City
漱漱石枕流者Listen to "If That Time" and enter the romantic town of Hunan
Just after the Spring Festival, I embarked on a journey inspired by songs. Xu Song's song "If That Time", "The red rain pours down and ripples of memories, your beautiful eyes are as beautiful as before", every time I hear it, I am full of yearning for the misty south. This time I set my destination in Huaihua, Hunan.
Huaihua's Hongjiang Ancient Commercial City perfectly fits the ancient artistic conception in the song. Stepping into the ancient commercial city, the bluestone road is winding, and there are old wooden pavilions on both sides. The eaves are slightly raised in the drizzle. It's like walking into the world full of stories described in Xu Song's lyrics. Here, it seems that you can see the prosperity of the past, merchants shuttle back and forth, and boatmen shout on the Yuanjiang River, which is seamlessly connected with the nostalgic atmosphere created by the song.
When you are tired of playing, go and try the local specialty Zhijiang duck. The meat is firm and the stewed fragrance is overflowing. One bite is full of the taste of Huaihua. Find a riverside homestay at night, fall asleep listening to the sound of the river, and feel like you have become a part of the story of the ancient city.
This trip has a different meaning because of a song. If you also love music and travel, you might as well come to Huaihua to experience the unique charm of this city. Don't forget to like and collect it and share your travel stories!
Longjin Covered Bridge
Ttzy798798The following is a review of Longjin Fengyu Bridge: High historical and cultural value • Long history: It was built in the 19th year of the Ming Dynasty Wanli (1591), led by the famous monk Kuanyun, and has been damaged and repaired many times for more than 400 years, witnessing the local historical changes and social development. • Cultural Heritage: As an outstanding representative of the Yi architectural culture, Longjin Fengyu Bridge carries a rich national cultural connotation, is the crystallization of the wisdom of the Yi people, and also promotes cultural exchanges and integration between ethnic groups. • Significance of the War of Resistance Against Japan: During the War of Resistance Against Japan, Longjin Wind and Rain Bridge became the main war supply line for the southwest. Although it was bombed by the Japanese army many times, it still stood still. It made important contributions to the victory of the War of Resistance Against Japan, with important historical significance and patriotic education value. Superb architectural art • Massive scale: full length 246.7 meters, wide 12.2 meters, highest 17.99 meters, the world's longest Tongxiang Fengyu Bridge, was loaded into the Shanghai World Guinness Records in 2000. The bridge is supported by 16 bluestone piers, and is arranged in a "one" shape on the Wushui River. • Beautiful shape: all wooden enamel structure, no nails, excellent construction technology. The bridge, corridor and pavilion are three parts perfect combination, with 7 exquisite bridge pavilions, the main building pavilion in the middle is the octagonal dome-style five-story bridge pavilion, suspension column, suspension melon, pillar feet, stone drum, etc. reflect the unique artistic style of Yi wooden architecture. • Design Science: The pier is in the shape of a boat, with a good drainage design, which can effectively resist the impact of floods. The promenade and bridge pavilion on the bridge provide pedestrians with a place to shelter from the wind and rain and rest, reflecting the unity of practicality and artisticity. Strong tourism and leisure function • Business prosperity: There are 94 van-style stores on both sides of the bridge, which operate a variety of special goods, snacks and catering, such as the "mess" and "sour radish" of the Lijiang River, which is full of a strong market atmosphere. Tourists can enjoy the architectural art of the bridge while enjoying it. Enjoy food and shopping. • Leisure and entertainment: Become an important place for local residents and tourists to relax and entertain. People can walk on the bridge, view, dance square dance, etc. When the lights are on at night, they can also enjoy the beautiful scenery of the hanging foot building on the banks of the Wushui River and feel the unique charm of the Lijiang River.
Qianyang Ancient City
Ttzy798798The following is an introduction to Qianyang Ancient City:
• Basic Overview Qianyang Ancient City is located in Hongjiang City, Hunan Province, in the upper reaches of the Yuanshui River. It is a 4A-level scenic spot, covering an area of about 0.85 square kilometers and surrounded by water on three sides. It is known as the "Gateway to Yunnan and Guizhou" and the "First Ancient City in Western Hunan". Its history can be traced back to the Western Han Dynasty, with a history of more than 2,200 years. The street and alley pattern of the Ming and Qing Dynasties in the city is well preserved, and there are many ancient buildings from the Ming and Qing Dynasties. It is known as the "Jiangnan Ancient Architecture Museum".
• Main attractions
• Furong Tower: Located at the confluence of the Yuanshui and Fushui Rivers, it was built to commemorate the Tang Dynasty poet Wang Changling. It is known as the "First Scenic Spot in the Upper Reaches of Chunan" and is a key cultural relic protection unit designated by the State Council.
• Baoshan Academy: Located on the east side of the ancient city, it was built in the first year of Shaoding in the Song Dynasty. It is one of the earliest official schools in my country. It is a two-entry wooden structure with a courtyard, a patio, ancient cypresses and literati calligraphy and poetry.
• Longbiao Shengji Gate: It was first built in the 20th year of Jiaqing in the Qing Dynasty and rebuilt in the 19th year of Daoguang. The entire gate is tilted outward, which is a unique landscape of Furonglou Scenic Area.
• West Gate (Zhongzheng Gate): Formerly known as Anyuan Gate, it is the most well-preserved city gate in the ancient city. It is now an arch built with red sandstone. The reddish-brown boulders in the doorway are uneven due to weathering and erosion.
• Wanshou Palace: It is the "Jiangxi Guild Hall" for Jiangxi compatriots from other places. It was first built during the Daoguang period of the Qing Dynasty. It has a theater, a meeting hall, etc., and also has land and charity mountains to provide help for fellow compatriots.
• Taiping Palace: It is a large guild hall built by Baoqing merchants in Qianyang County. It was first built in the 18th year of Jiaqing in the Qing Dynasty. It has a stage, a patio, etc., and a school. The old site is in Xiahe Street.
• Gospel Hall: It is one of the oldest buildings in the ancient city. It was built in the Tang Dynasty and is one of the earliest existing Christian churches in China.
• Qu Yuan Tower: Located on the highest mountain in the ancient city, it was built to commemorate the patriotic poet Qu Yuan. It is a hexagonal brick tower with beautiful shape.
• Hongjiang Museum: Located in the ancient city, it is a special museum that displays the history and culture of Hongjiang. It houses a large number of historical relics.
• Qianyang Ancient City Wall: After wind and rain, it has been well preserved and is an important historical relic.
• Cultural Heritage Qianyang Ancient City has a rich historical and cultural heritage. It is a pure and beautiful city described by the famous cartoonist Xia Da as "half light and half shadow". The "Zi Bu Yu" comic series she created with Qianyang Ancient City as the background is popular in Japan and other countries. In addition, dozens of film and television crews such as "Qa Tong Xue Shao" and "My Heart is Brilliant" were filmed here.
• Special Food Here you can taste authentic Hunan cuisine, such as stinky tofu, chopped pepper fish head, sugar-oil baba, etc., as well as special snacks such as konjac tofu, stewed tofu, and sour radish.
• Transportation Guide
• Highway: You can reach Qiancheng via Changtan West Line - Tanshao Expressway - Shaohuai Expressway - Zhutian Interchange - Baomao Expressway - Hongjiang City Toll Station - Huaitong Expressway Qiancheng Link.
• Railway: You can get off at Huaihua Station on the Shanghai-Kunming Line, Jiaoliu Line, Chongqing-Huaihuai Line, and Shanghai-Kunming Passenger Dedicated Line, and take a bus to Hongjiang City in the city.
• Aviation: Zhijiang Airport has opened flights to Beijing, Shanghai, Kunming, Guangzhou, Changsha, Haikou and other places. After landing at Zhijiang Airport, you can take a bus to Hongjiang City.
Wanfo Mountain
Ttzy798798To be honest, the vegetation coverage of Wanfo Mountain is very high, and the scenery is much weaker than the strange stone landscape of Tianzhu Mountain.
It takes two hours to drive from Lu'an City to the parking lot of Wanfo Mountain Scenic Area. Locals are free of admission. The scenic bus is 35 yuan/person round trip, and the cable car is 60 yuan/person for going up and 50 yuan/person for going down.
It took nearly three and a half hours to climb to the top from the scenic bus drop-off point at the foot of the mountain at 11 o'clock (mainly slow pace). It was not until there was a demarcation sign that I reached the altitude where I could see all the mountains, and my vision suddenly widened.
When I arrived at the end of the cable car, I officially started to climb the main peak, Laofoding. The scenery, climbing difficulty and experience were proportional [covering my face R]. During the period, there were several small scenes that I felt were hard to eat [laughing and crying R]
Finally, a few small reminders:
1️⃣ If you go in this season, you still have to wear some easy-to-carry and warm clothes. It's hot and cold!
2️⃣ If your legs are okay, you can walk down the mountain. There are icicles in many places on the way down. They will melt and fall in the afternoon when the weather is good. It is quite thrilling [covering face R] I ran all the way down the mountain to the cable car station. The icicles fell in front and behind me. I protected my head and ran all the way [laughing and crying R] Safety is the most important thing when going out to play [squinting eyes R]
Huaihua Grand Canyon
AAzraelLeeThe scenery is good. It is very convenient to buy tickets online, the entertainment projects in the park are very rich, and you can finish playing in a day. It is best to drive in the park and walk deeper and farther.
Tongdao Dong Nationality Cultural Village
Ttzy798798Tongdao Huangdu Dong Nationality Cultural Village is located in Pingtan Township, Tongdao Dong Autonomous County, Huaihua City, Hunan Province. It is a comprehensive tourist resort integrating Dong folk culture, sightseeing, leisure and vacation. The following is a detailed introduction about it:
History and Culture
• Historical evolution: Huangdu Village was originally part of Sanjiang County, Guangxi, and was returned to Tongdao Dong Autonomous County in 1954. It has a long history and the most complete and beautiful folk customs.
• Cultural inheritance: Dong Lusheng, Dong Pipa Song, Dong Brocade, Dong Pa, and Dawuliang Song Meeting were announced as the first batch of intangible heritage in Hunan Province. The cultural resources of the Dong people, such as architecture, clothing, and food, are well preserved.
Architectural style
• Stilt houses: There are more than 500 stilt houses in the village, most of which are three-story fir structures, forming a spectacular group of Dong stilt houses.
• Drum tower: There are two drum towers, namely the Touzhai Drum Tower and the Weizhai Drum Tower, which are the centers for social and cultural activities of the Dong people.
• Wind and Rain Bridge: Puxiu Bridge is located on Pingtan River. It was built during the reign of Emperor Qianlong of the Qing Dynasty. It is the link between Xinzhai and the outside world and a place for villagers to relax and have fun.
Folk Customs
• Song and Dance Performance: The Art Troupe of Huangdu Dong Culture Village will perform programs with strong ethnic colors such as "Toasting Song", "Chechemo", and "Stepping on the Dustpan", which bring together the essence of the traditional culture of the Dong people.
• Helong Banquet: It is the highest etiquette of the Dong people's banquet. Whenever there are distinguished guests, the Dong people will take out fine wine and delicacies and gather them at the banquet site, which is also called the Hundred Family Banquet.
• Special Festivals: There are activities such as blocking the door to welcome guests, costumed parades, grabbing wedding candy, and making glutinous rice cakes. There are also iron flower performances on the second day of the first lunar month, which is very lively.
Special Food
There are Dongjia red skin meat, Dongjia oil tea, etc. Among them, Dongjia red skin meat is bright red, fragrant and not greasy, and is an indispensable delicacy on the table of festivals and family gatherings.
The Museum For The Victory of The War of The Chinese People's Resistance Against Japan
CchenweiwenLijiang has been known as the gateway of Lijiang since ancient times. During the war of resistance, I wanted to go to the southwest rear, only roads and planes, and Lijiang was the only passage. For the accompanying Chongqing at that time, Lijiang was the front of the land, and the back of the battlefield in the front of North China. Lijiang Airport was the second largest military airport of the Allied forces after Kunming Air Force Base in World War II, and was the base camp of the American Flying Tigers led by General Chen Nader. The last battle of the frontal battlefield during the Chinese War of Resistance Against Japan was the "Xiangxi Battle" (Xuefeng Mountain Battle), which was fought by the Japanese army in China to compete for the Lijiang Air Base, so it was also called the "Battle of the Lijiang River". The Xiangxi Battle ended with the defeat of the Japanese army. Two months later, on August 15, Japan announced unconditional surrender. The world-famous health talks on August 21-23, 1945, took place in the Lijiang River.
Yutou Dong Ethnic Village
Ttzy798798Tongdao Yutou Ancient Dong Village is located 9 kilometers southwest of Tongdao Dong Autonomous County, Huaihua, Hunan. It is an ancient Dong village with a long history and profound cultural heritage. The following is a detailed description of it:
History and Culture
• Long history: It was first built during the Hongwu period of the Ming Dynasty and suffered a fire during the Shunzhi period of the Qing Dynasty. After reconstruction, seven settlements were formed. During the reigns of Emperor Qianlong, Daoguang and Guangxu, many buildings were rebuilt and repaired. In 2001, it was announced by the State Council as the fifth batch of national key cultural relics protection units.
• Ethnic characteristics: The village has 176 households and 758 people. It is a pure Dong village that preserves a large number of traditional Dong cultural elements and can be called a "physical museum" of Dong folk houses.
Architectural style
• Stilt houses: The residential buildings are mainly “stilt houses”, which are arranged along the mountains and valleys according to the terrain, forming a unique “ridge type” and “valley type” pattern, which is cleverly integrated with the surrounding environment.
• Drum Tower: There are 4 existing drum towers, such as the cliff drum tower which is precipitous and dangerous, and the Lusheng drum tower which is majestic. Among them, the Lusheng drum tower is a nine-story wooden building with dense eaves, a pointed reed roof, and carved beams and painted buildings.
• Wind and Rain Bridges: There are three existing wind and rain bridges, of which the Yutou Huilong Bridge is the most famous. It spans the Yutou Creek and adopts a cantilevered beam structure with a unique shape, which symbolizes the protection of wealth and the village.
Folk customs
• Traditional festivals: There are many different kinds of festivals here, such as worshipping the Buddha, celebrating the spring ox, and fish pond grabbing competitions. There is also the "Xindong Taro Garden Performance" every Saturday and Sunday morning.
• Characteristic skills: Dong brocade is a characteristic handicraft of the Dong ethnic group. The Yutou Ancient Village still retains the tradition of hand-weaving Dong brocade, and many elderly people have the skill of hand-weaving Dong brocade.
• National music: Almost every household has a Lusheng, which is not only a musical instrument for the Dong people, but also a medium for cultural inheritance and social interaction.
Travel Tips
• Transportation: By public transportation, you can take the Tongdao-Huangdu bus from the Tongdao Bus Station in Tongdao County to get off at Hongxiang Yutou Intersection, then walk 2.5 kilometers to the destination; you can also choose to drive or carpool.
• Tickets: Purchase online starting at $35.
• Food: You can taste the Dong ethnic group’s special banquet, homemade glutinous rice wine, as well as other special foods such as yam, baba, and wild kiwi fruit.
Suozi Street Stilt Houses
老老虎........Suozi Street Diaojiaolou is located on the banks of the Wushui River in the county seat, close to Longjin Bridge, a street for bars and homestays. Raiders transportation: It is located on the banks of the Wushui River in the county seat with Wanhe Drum Tower, Tianhou Palace, Longjin Bridge and Confucian Temple. The five attractions are three kilometers long, and they can be walked and shared bicycles. Self-driving parking is convenient. Ticket Price: Free Time: 10 minutes