A journey to Panzhihua, Sichuan.

Panzhihua is the only city in China named after a flower, with the reputation of "a city of flowers, a flower of a city". It is the first city on the upper reaches of the Yangtze River. Here is a four-day, three-night travel guide for Panzhihua, Sichuan: • Day 1: • Morning: Arrive in Panzhihua and check in to your hotel. • Lunch: Enjoy Panzhihua's local specialties at a restaurant near your hotel, such as Panzhihua lamb rice noodles and Yanshan cuisine. • Afternoon: Visit Panzhihua Park and admire the flowers and natural scenery. • Evening: Stroll around Panzhihua city center and experience the local nightlife. • Day 2: • Morning: Visit Ertan Hydropower Station and tour the dam and power plant. • Lunch: Enjoy local cuisine at a restaurant near Ertan Hydropower Station. • Afternoon: Visit Xinshan Terraces and admire the beautiful scenery. • Evening: Return to Panzhihua city center and enjoy dinner at a restaurant in the city. • Day 3: • Morning: Visit Miyi Sun Valley and experience the sunshine and nature. • Lunch: Enjoy local cuisine at a restaurant near Miyi Sun Valley. • Afternoon: Visit Zhuanxu Dragon Cave and explore the mysterious underground cave world. • Evening: Return to Panzhihua city center and enjoy dinner at a restaurant in the city. • Day 4: • Morning: Visit Hongge Hot Spring and relax in the hot spring. • Lunch: Enjoy local cuisine at a restaurant near Hongge Hot Spring. • Afternoon: Stroll around Panzhihua city center and buy some local specialties. • Evening: End of itinerary, return to your departure point. Transportation Guide: • Airplane: Panzhihua Bao'anying Airport has flights to and from various cities in China. • Train: Panzhihua has multiple train stations, with Panzhihua Station and Panzhihua South Station being the main passenger stations. • City Transportation: Panzhihua has convenient transportation options, including buses, taxis, and ride-hailing services. Accommodation Recommendations: • Panzhihua City Center: Choose a hotel or guesthouse in Panzhihua city center for convenient transportation and access to amenities. • Miyi County: If you want to experience hot springs, choose a hot spring hotel in Miyi County. • Yanshan County: Yanshan County has some unique guesthouses and farmhouses, where you can experience local rural life. Food Recommendations: • Panzhihua Lamb Rice Noodles: One of Panzhihua's specialties, known for its tender lamb and fine rice noodles. • Yanshan Cuisine: Yanshan County's specialty cuisine, characterized by its spicy and savory flavors. • Panzhihua Fruits: Panzhihua is the only subtropical fruit production base in Sichuan, producing mangoes, loquats, wax apples, pomegranates, cherries, and other fruits. • Copper Hotpot: One of Panzhihua's traditional dishes, cooked in a copper pot with various ingredients, offering a delicious flavor. Notes: • Panzhihua has a hot climate, so be sure to take sun protection and moisturizing measures. • When visiting Ertan Hydropower Station, pay attention to safety and follow the instructions of the staff. • When exploring Zhuanxu Dragon Cave, pay attention to safety and do not touch the stalactites in the cave. • When soaking in a hot spring, pay attention to the temperature and time to avoid scalding.