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Stroll through Wenfeng Ancient Street and experience the charm of ancient times and modern style

Wandering through Wenfeng Ancient Street in Hechuan, Chongqing, it feels like time has reversed, taking you back to the bustling days of old. Along the ancient street, the winding flagstone paths are flanked by well-arranged ancient buildings with overhanging eaves and carved beams, all showcasing the beauty of ancient charm. As you walk along, the street is lined with quaint shops offering traditional handicrafts, authentic snacks, and unique souvenirs that are a feast for the eyes. Each shop exudes its own unique charm, making visitors linger and forget to return. On the ancient street, the melodious sound of ancient music can be heard from time to time, accompanied by the cries of vendors and the laughter of tourists, creating a harmonious and beautiful picture. Here, you can taste the blend of tradition and modernity and feel the unique cultural atmosphere of the ancient street. Wenfeng Ancient Street in Hechuan, Chongqing, is a charming place that is not only a witness to history but also a carrier of culture. It has both traditional charm and modern vitality, making it a worthwhile destination to visit. Recommended check-in spots: ① Wenfeng Tower: Also known as Zhenxing Tower, commonly known as the White Tower, located in Nanjin Street, Hechuan urban area, is a landmark building of Hechuan. The ancient tower is built with strip stones, with a dense eave thirteen-tier brick tower on top. The tower eaves are layered out with bricks, and each layer's tower door is set on the northeast side. The bottom door is arched, with relief carvings of the Eight Immortals above the door, and the horizontal plaque reads 'Wenfeng Tower' in three characters, with relief carvings of 'Two Dragons Playing with a Pearl' and 'Double Phoenix Facing the Sun' on the sides. From the second to the thirteenth layer, the door plaques are inscribed with four-character phrases such as 'Desiring to Travel a Thousand Miles', 'Climbing Higher', and 'A World of Wonders'. Whether it's the bustling daytime or the brilliant lights at night, Wenfeng Tower stands with its unique posture, becoming an indispensable beautiful scenery in Hechuan. It is not just a building but also a spiritual symbol in the hearts of the people of Hechuan, carrying the culture and memory of the city. ② Wenfeng Ancient Street: Centered around Wenfeng Tower, it is a charming ancient street that combines ancient building exhibitions, folk legends, tourism, sightseeing, and catering accommodations. The architectural style integrates the through-wall of East Sichuan residential buildings, the unique stilted buildings of Chongqing, ancient commercial buildings, and classical official-style architecture, with warm colors as the main theme, presenting an overall friendly and lively style.
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Posted: Jun 5, 2024
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