Anhui's newly popular ancient city! A living history museum, more low-key than Luoyang.

Bozhou Ancient City has weathered 1,800 years of history. Its blue bricks and black tiles hide the secrets of Cao Cao's military tunnels, and the lingering fragrance of thousand-year-old agarwood drifts from Pharmacy Street. Free admission + low prices make it a must-visit destination for Hanfu enthusiasts! 🚌Transportation Guide: 🚌20-minute taxi ride from Bozhou South High-Speed Railway Station (approx. CNY 30). 🚗Drive to "Bozhou Ancient City" (parking lot fee: CNY 10/d; charging stations available nearby). 🚌Take Bus No. 1 or 2 to the south gate of the ancient city (taxis are recommended for night tours). 🏯Must-try immersive experiences: 1️⃣ Cycling on the ancient city wall: Ride along the Ming Dynasty city wall, overlooking the white walls and black tiles reflected in the moat (bike rental: CNY 15/hr). 2️⃣ Cao Cao's military tunnels: Explore the mysteries of this underground labyrinth and learn about the ingenious strategies of the Three Kingdoms era from live guides (tickets: CNY 50). 3️⃣ Huazu An: Visit the former residence of the "Medical Saint" and see the bronze acupuncture figures. Make your own herbal sachet (workshop: CNY 30/person). 4️⃣ Huaxi Building: Listen to the intangible cultural heritage performance of Bozhou Bangzi Opera and learn Huangmei Opera from the actors (shadow puppet shows are available on weekends). 📸Tips for atmospheric photos: ✅ Caowei Ancient City Tower: Take photos of a girl in red holding an oil-paper umbrella on the tower, with the backdrop of Ming and Qing dynasty architecture. ✅ Pharmacy Street: Pose in front of "Baicaotang" and transform into an ancient shopkeeper with props like bronze scales and an abacus. ✅ Wo River night view: Take a Wu Peng boat ride and admire the lights illuminating the thousand-year-old Huanqing Bridge. ✅ Hanfu Experience Hall: Rent a Ming Dynasty Ruqun for CNY 49 and take photos in Xushen Cultural Park, just like in a time-travel drama. 💡Unlock hidden experiences: ✔️ Ancient winemaking experience: Participate in the steaming and mixing processes at the old cellar of Gujing Gong Jiu (CNY 50/person, including tasting). ✔️ Chinese herbal medicine blind box: Grab a handful of goji berries as a souvenir at the China Bozhou Chinese Herbal Medicine Trading Center (CNY 10/bag). ✔️ Traditional barbershop: Get a traditional haircut from an experienced barber and enjoy the "one push, two cuts, three ear cleanings" experience (CNY 30). ✔️ Night tour of the sea of lights: During the Lantern Festival, watch thousands of medicine lamps float down the river, carrying wishes downstream on lotus-shaped lamps. 🏡Accommodation recommendations: 🏡 Bozhou Hotel: A boutique hotel converted from a Republican-era building, with a rooftop offering panoramic views of the ancient city (from CNY 200/person). 🏡 Huaxi Building Inn: Listen to storytelling in a Huizhou-style courtyard and wake up to the sound of Bangzi Opera in the morning (from CNY 150/person, including breakfast). 🌙 Stay overnight in an old mansion: Stay in the century-old Ma Family Mansion and listen to stories about the mansion from the security guards at night (average price: CNY 80). ⚠️Things to avoid: 1. Sun protection is essential when visiting the ancient city during the day, as the bluestone roads reflect strong sunlight. 2. Be cautious when shopping on Pharmacy Street and beware of overpriced herbal medicines (it is recommended to buy from reputable pharmacies). 3. The military tunnels are narrow and damp, so wear non-slip shoes and do not carry large luggage. 4. The food in the ancient city is quite salty. Northern visitors may want to bring their own snacks.