Zhouzi Ancient Town, the last pier town on the Jialing River, has been rated as the most beautiful small town in China.

With the breeze blowing and the river flowing, I walked on the bluestone road, feeling the unique charm of this ancient town. 🌿 This is Zhouzi Ancient Town, a hidden place in Nanchong, Sichuan, a place that makes people fall in love at first sight. If you are tired of the hustle and bustle of the city and want to find a quiet and historical trace, then you must not miss Zhouzi Ancient Town. 🏰 Here, every step is history, every brick and tile tells the past story. The ancient town is surrounded by mountains and rivers, and the sparkling waves of the Jialing River seem to whisper to us, telling the ancient town's past. The early morning of Zhouzi Ancient Town is the most beautiful moment of the day. 🌅 When the first ray of sunlight shines on the river, the ancient town gradually wakes up. You can sit quietly in front of Lianxi Temple, feel the academic atmosphere of Zhou Dunyi, or look up at the glory of history under the stone archway of Wanshou Palace. The bell of the God of Wealth Tower is melodious, and the boats at the ancient pier are quietly moored, each of which is a moving picture. If you are tired, you might as well find a small shop on the ancient street and try the local special food. 🍢 Zhouzi Ancient Town's twist is famous far and near, sweet, salty, pepper and salt, all kinds of flavors are available, and you will want to eat it after eating. There are also dried tofu, Guokui, dried fish, these authentic snacks, which will definitely satisfy your taste buds. In the afternoon sun, it is most suitable to wander aimlessly in the ancient town. 🚶‍♂ The Ming and Qing buildings on the ancient street are well preserved, the wooden doors and windows, the bluestone foundation, every place reveals the simplicity and tranquility of the ancient town. You can taste it slowly here, feel the tranquility and peace away from the hustle and bustle. Of course, the charm of Zhouzi Ancient Town is far more than these. 🌟 There are also rich cultural activities, Jialing River boatman's number, clam dance, water dragon dance, crying marriage song, each kind of folk customs shows the deep cultural heritage of the ancient town. Here, you can not only see the relics of history, but also feel the living history. So, if you ask me, where is the most worthwhile ancient town? I will tell you without hesitation: Zhouzi Ancient Town! 👣 Come here, slow down, listen to the dialogue between the river and the ancient town, feel the simplicity and tranquility, and experience a time travel!