Li Bai didn't lie to me. I love this small city in southern Anhui more than Hongcun.

😍 Xuancheng, a hidden gem in poetry! 😎 Li Bai's line "The Peach Blossom Pool is a thousand feet deep, yet not as deep as Wang Lun's love for me" brought me to this hidden gem in southern Anhui—Xuancheng! 🤩 In summer, the Peach Blossom Pool is not surrounded by peach blossoms, but riding a bamboo raft on the water, which is 10°C all year round, is so refreshing! 🛶 "The boat sails on the blue waves, and people travel in the painting." Who understands! 😱 [Itinerary ✔️] Visitor Center 👉 Wenchang Pavilion 👉 Dragon Boat Culture Exhibition Square 👉 No. 1 Ancestral Hall in China 👉 Nanyang Ancient Town 👉 Peach Blossom Pool 👉 10°C Rafting 👉 Dongyuan Ancient Ferry 👉 Huaixian Pavilion 👉 Wancun Old Street 👉 Tange Ancient Bank 👉 Shuidong Old Street 👉 Sightseeing Bus Back to Visitor Center [What to do ❓] ❶ Bamboo Rafting: Boating on the Peach Blossom Pool and Qingyi River, you can feel the shimmering water up close, and travel between the ancient trees and ancient villages of the Hui style on both sides. It's amazing! 😜 ❷ Tange Ancient Bank: Built by the Qu family for Li Bai's visit to the Peach Blossom Pool, Wang Lun and the villagers sang and danced to send Li Bai off at the Dongyuan Ancient Ferry on the bank. It's so historical! 😃 ❸ Wenchang Pavilion: Built by the Qu family, it was a place for literati and scholars to gather. The "Wenchang Emperor" is enshrined in the pavilion, and you can pray for your studies here! 🤗 ❹ No. 1 Ancestral Hall in China: Founded by Zhai Zhenchuan, a jinshi in the Jiajing year, it is the largest and oldest ancestral hall in Anhui Province. It's so amazing! 😱 ❺ Nanyang Old Street: A 200-meter-long ancient street with Hui-style architecture, perfect for taking photos! 🤳 [How to get there ❓] Drive to the Peach Blossom Pool Scenic Area Visitor Center. If you take the high-speed train, get off at Jingxian Station. Food Recommendations 🍱 First of all, I have to mention Jixi Takuo, with its crispy crust and rich filling. One bite, it's amazing! 😜 Who can resist it? There's also Ningguo Baba, which is fragrant and soft, with a variety of fillings to choose from. You'll want more after eating it! 🤤 I'm dizzy. How can it be so delicious! Don't miss the three treasures of Shuiyang, with their unique flavors that are unforgettable! 😃 Who understands this taste! Jixi Fried Vermicelli is also a must-try, with its smooth vermicelli and fresh and fragrant side dishes. Wow! 😍 There are so many local delicacies in Xuancheng! You must try them! 😜