Leshan Budget Travel | Incredible Value, My Perspective on Spending Has Been Completely Changed

| Incredible value, my perspective on spending has been completely changed. Guys, I recently went on a budget trip to Leshan, and it completely reshaped my understanding of travel expenses! This trip to Leshan was simply a paradise of affordable and delicious food, focusing on maximizing happiness with minimal spending 💖 🎫 Travel Preparations Before going to Leshan, I did my homework on saving money 📖 I started paying attention to airfare a month in advance, comparing prices on various airline websites, and finally snagged a super affordable round-trip ticket. I chose a hostel for accommodation, located in the city center, convenient for going anywhere. It cost less than 50 yuan per person per night, and I also got to meet friends from all over 👫 The hostel atmosphere was fantastic; everyone shared travel stories, and it was so lively. 🚗 Local Transportation Getting around Leshan, buses and shared bikes were my "money-saving partners" 🚲 Buses can take you to every corner of the city for about 2 yuan, and the routes are well-planned. If the distance was short, I would just ride a shared bike, enjoying the breeze and the scenery along the way, carefree and comfortable. Sometimes I even discovered some hidden gems not marked on the map, a pleasant surprise! 🍜 Food Journey Leshan cuisine is truly abundant and affordable; I felt like my stomach wasn't big enough! Sweet-skinned duck 🦆 The first bite, crispy skin, sweet and savory, the duck meat tender and juicy, each bite filled with happiness. The key is, a whole sweet-skinned duck only costs a few dozen yuan, enough for several meals. Qiaojiao Beef is also a must-try. A large pot of steaming beef, paired with a delicious broth, dipped in a dry chili mix, spicy and fragrant, I couldn't get enough of it. It's only about 30 yuan per person, and you can eat your fill. And then there's Bobo Chicken, a rich variety of skewers soaked in chili oil, grab a handful, sit on the street and enjoy it slowly, each bite a temptation to the taste buds. The price is super friendly, calculated by the skewer, so you can eat without worrying about the cost. Besides these, Leshan's snacks also made me linger. Tofu pudding, delicate in texture, topped with crispy fried pork, crushed peanuts, and various seasonings, each spoonful a layered experience, every bite a different surprise. And then there's ice jelly, a full bowl, loaded with toppings, sweet brown sugar, soft and chewy glutinous rice balls, a bite of ice jelly, a bite of glutinous rice balls, all the summer heat disappears. A bowl costs only a few yuan, incredible value. 🛤 Sightseeing Although the Leshan Giant Buddha Scenic Area tickets aren't cheap, I found a money-saving trick. From the riverside outside the scenic area, you can see the whole Buddha from afar, the view is no less impressive than inside, and you don't have to pay for a ticket. Walking along the riverside, with the breeze on your face, the river view and the Giant Buddha are all in sight, perfect for photos 📸 In the evening, I visited Leshan's night market, which was so lively. All kinds of small items filled the stalls, and the prices were very reasonable. I found many cute little souvenirs, keychains, small ornaments, all very memorable, and they can also be given as gifts to friends. 💡 Money-Saving Tips 1. For meals, pay attention to local group-buying platforms; many food deals offer great value. 2. To buy local specialties, go to local farmers' markets; the prices are much cheaper than in scenic areas, and you can bargain. 3. Try to use public transportation as much as possible; it's not only environmentally friendly but also saves a lot of taxi fare. This budget trip to Leshan was truly worthwhile! Five days and four nights, including food, accommodation, and transportation, I spent less than 1500 yuan in total, but gained a lot of happiness and memories. Leshan, this city, has both mouth-watering food and a laid-back atmosphere, and most importantly, it's very budget-friendly. I highly recommend everyone to take a budget trip to Leshan and experience the unique charm of this city. Maybe your perspective on spending will be changed like mine 😎