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💖In the southeast of Shaanxi, at the southern foot of the Qinling Mountains, there is a place that is gently caressed by time - Manchuan Ancient Town. This is a dreamland where history and modernity intertwine. Every bluestone slab and every carved wooden window tells the story of past prosperity and today's tranquility! 🏝️Must-visit attractions: Manchuanguan Ancient Street: Walking into the ancient street is like stepping into the urban life of the Ming and Qing Dynasties. There are shops on both sides, with signs swaying in the wind, selling a variety of handicrafts and authentic snacks😄. Don’t forget to try the local specialties “Eight Major Items”, which is a feast for your taste buds. Shuangxi Tower: As the landmark building of Manchuan Ancient Town, Shuangxi Tower attracts attention with its unique symmetrical beauty. On every festival day, wonderful opera performances are staged here, allowing people to experience the cultural heritage through ancient art. Thousand Buddha Caves: The thousands of Buddha caves hidden in the green mountains are a rare treasure house of religious art. The Buddha statues in the cave are of various shapes and lifelike. The quiet atmosphere makes people slow down their pace involuntarily and purify their souls. Game guide: 1⃣️It is recommended to start the tour in the early morning. The ancient town is the most peaceful at this time. You can avoid the bustling crowds and enjoy this rare tranquility alone. Starting from the ancient street, first go to the Shuangxi Tower to experience it, then stroll along the stone road to Ganfo Cave 🕳️. On the way, go into several handicraft shops to see those artworks full of local characteristics. 2⃣️In the afternoon, choose a teahouse by the river to take a break, order a cup of green tea🍵, and look at the flowing water and people outside the window. Time seems to have stopped here. In the evening, go to the observation deck near the ancient town to watch the sunset! 🏦Accommodation tips: There are various accommodation options in Manchuan Ancient Town, including inns that retain their ancient style as well as modern and comfortable hotels. It is recommended to try staying in an antique inn, such as "Shuiyunjian Inn" or "Gudao Renjia", wooden houses, carved beds 🛏️, so that you can feel the romance of traveling through time and space at night! Other tips: ❶ Taste authentic food: Manchuan’s special snacks are not to be missed. The "eight big items" also include pickled fish, bacon, fried fern, etc. Every bite is the ultimate temptation to the taste buds. ❷ Participate in folk activities: During festivals, the ancient town will have a variety of folk activities, such as community fire 🔥, dragon dance 🐉 lion dance 🦁, etc. Joining in them can allow you to experience the local cultural atmosphere more deeply 😌. ❸Ecological hiking: The natural scenery around the ancient town is equally charming. You can arrange half a day for a short hike 🚶🏻‍♀️, such as going to the nearby Jinqian River to enjoy the freshness 🆕 and tranquility of nature.