Sujing Ancient Town Adventure Guide: 1,000 Years of Aromatic Stewed Beef, Taste All of Leshan for Just 150 RMB per Person!

"A town steeped in history, half a pot of soup—the aroma of Stewed Beef fills the hall." Stepping onto the cobblestone streets of Sujing Town in Leshan's city center, the scent of century-old beef bone broth instantly captivates your senses. This ancient town, dating back to the Sui Dynasty, hides the most authentic local flavors of Leshan—ancient bridges span the Emei River, stilted houses reflect on the emerald waters, and street-side Stewed Beef stalls simmer with the culinary legends of the Western Sichuan plains. 🌟 Must-Visit Three Soulful Spots 📍 Birthplace of Stewed Beef · Ancient Bridge Old Shop At the century-old "Gushixiang," copper pots bubble with broth, and beef marrow sways like white jade in the soup. A spoonful of hot broth sprinkled with celery delivers a rich, herbal aroma from 28 medicinal ingredients—perfect with freshly blanched marbled beef. Locals say, "If you haven’t tasted Sujing’s soup, your Leshan trip is incomplete." 🌉 Living Fossil Over the Emei River · Sujing Ancient Bridge Built during the Ming Dynasty’s Chenghua era, this 13-arch stone bridge is draped in ivy, its reflections forming perfect circles. At dawn, fishermen glide beneath it on bamboo rafts, creating ink-painting-worthy scenes. Nearby, old teahouses serve jasmine tea for just 2 RMB a cup. 🏮 Echoes of a Millennial Trade Route · Old Street Arcades Stilted arcades from the late Qing and early Republic eras house shops selling handmade bamboo crafts and Leshan fermented tofu. Don’t miss "Yang Wontons"—freshly wrapped wontons drenched in chili oil burst with broth (6 RMB/bowl), a nostalgic childhood flavor. 🏨 Budget-Friendly Stays 🏡 Chanyi · Jiading Courtyard Sujing A 5-minute walk to the town, this white-walled retreat features courtyard hot springs. Wake to birdsong and misty Emei River views, with complimentary Stewed Beef breakfast vouchers. 🛖 Ancient Town Homestay A renovated century-old house with a terrace overlooking the bridge. The hostess, a Stewed Beef heir, serves free bone broth with homemade pickles at night—unbeatable value. 🍜 Sujing on a Plate: 50 RMB Food Tour 🔥 Must-Try Trio: 🥘 Gushixiang Stewed Beef (35 RMB/pax) Tender tongue, springy tripe—pair with rice soaked in broth for three bowls. 🍲 Yang Wontons (6 RMB/pax) Sweet-spicy wontons with crushed peanuts, a local lifelong favorite. 🍢 Xu Liang Gao (5 RMB/pax) Silky rice cakes drenched in thick brown sugar syrup, the perfect spice antidote. ✨ Unique Bites: - 🥠 Sujing Puffed Rice Candy Crispy, nutty, and handmade—ideal as a souvenir. 💰 Admission: Free (some shops require purchases). 🚗 Transport: 12-minute taxi from Leshan Station (~15 RMB) or Bus 601 to "Sujing Government Stop." 📸 Photo Ops: - Bridge Sunrise (6:30–7:30 AM): Silhouettes against golden arches. - Arcade Alleys: 3 PM light hits "Yang Wontons’" red lanterns for vintage vibes. 💰 Cost Breakdown (1-Day Trip): - Transport: 30 RMB round-trip. - Food: 50–80 RMB (all must-eats covered). - Souvenirs: ~20 RMB (rice candy/tofu). Total: 100–130 RMB (budget travelers: ~80 RMB). As sunset gilds the bridge and lanterns glow, Sujing’s magic lingers—where millennia simmer in a pot of broth. Visitors come for Leshan’s Giant Buddha but stay for this bowl of Stewed Beef, just as the teahouse couplet says: *"One bowl warms a thousand years of guests; half a bridge moon lights travelers afar."* The true flavor of life hides deep in such ancient towns.