I thought Wuzhen was beautiful... until I visited Yibin

Here's a travel guide to Yibin, including information on attractions, food, and accommodation. Attractions - Natural Landscapes - Shunan Bamboo Sea: Located in Zhuhaitown, Changning County, it's China's largest original "green bamboo park" combining mountains, water, caves, lakes, and waterfalls. The scenic area features lush bamboo forests interspersed with streams, waterfalls, and lakes. You can stroll through the emerald corridors and experience an ocean of bamboo. - Xingwen Stone Sea: Located in Shihai Town, Xingwen County, it features karst landforms with huge caves and unique stalactites. The surface stone sea, sinkholes, and underground caves form a distinctive landscape. - Historical and Cultural Sites - Lizhang Tourist Resort: Located in Lizhang Town, Cuiping District, it's the first ancient town along the Yangtze River. It has many Ming and Qing dynasty buildings such as the Spiral Temple and Kuixing Pavilion. You can also experience war resistance culture and taste Lizhang's "Three Whites." - Yibin Museum: Located in the Bamboo Culture Ecological Park in the Three Rivers New District, it houses a rich collection including Neolithic pottery and bronze artifacts from the Warring States and Western Han periods, offering deep insights into Yibin's history and culture. - Urban Leisure Sites - Cuiping Mountain Scenic Area: It's Yibin's urban green lung with lush bamboo forests and evergreen mountains. The mountain features the Zhao Yiman Memorial Hall. You can hike up the mountain to enjoy the scenery and pay tribute to revolutionary martyrs. - Three Rivers Cruise: At the confluence of the three rivers in Yibin, you can take a cruise to enjoy night views of Landmark Square, the Three Rivers Confluence, and White Pagoda Mountain, experiencing Yibin's beautiful night scenery. Food - Yibin Burning Noodles: A Yibin specialty snack with chewy noodles topped with crushed peanuts, bean sprouts, chili oil, and other seasonings, creating an aromatic and rich flavor. - Lizhang White Meat: The signature dish of Lizhang Ancient Town, made from marbled pork that's boiled and sliced thinly. The translucent slices are dipped in a special sauce, offering a rich taste without being greasy. - Shuanghe Grape Well Jelly: Made with quality glutinous rice and water from Grape Well, this jelly is white as jade with a smooth, tender texture. Paired with brown sugar syrup, it's refreshingly sweet. Accommodation - Luxury: Yibin Celebrity Hotel, adjacent to the Jinsha River bank, offers serene river views; Yibin Wanda Realm Hotel provides panoramic views of the three rivers and city lights. - Family-friendly: Trip.com Farm Resort (Yibin Lizhang Banqiutang Joint Venture), offers a rural atmosphere with complete facilities, suitable for elderly and children. - Budget: Choose homestays or hotels near Wanda Plaza, which are affordable and conveniently located.