[2025 Youyang County Attraction] Travel Guide for Gongtan Ancient Town Wujiang Gallery (Updated May)

**📍Wujiang High-Speed Rail Family Trip Guide** 🚄1. **Transportation**: Take the high-speed train directly to Wujiang Station, then a 10-minute taxi ride to the scenic area, convenient and time-saving. 🏨2. **Accommodation**: Recommended riverside family hotel with children's facilities in rooms, some including theme park tickets. ✅3. **Attractions**: - **Wujiang Gallery**: Enjoy mountain and river views by boat, free admission for children, with interesting storytelling. - **❤️Dinosaur Valley Park**: Interactive area with realistic dinosaurs, perfect for kids to run around and take photos. - **🚲Riverside Trail**: Rent family bicycles, with rest areas along the route. 🍝4. **Food**: Try sour fish soup (mildly spicy), glutinous rice cake, and other local dishes. Most restaurants offer children's meals. 💥5. **Tips**: ☀️- Bring jackets for river breeze and sun hats for protection. -💰 Book high-speed rail tickets in advance and avoid weekend crowds. 🌺Plan your family time with ease!

#discoverchina #travel #thingstodo Gongtan Ancient Town, nestled at the confluence of the Wujiang and Apeng Rivers, is a place so beautiful it feels like a painting. Often referred to as a "hidden paradise," you won't need to envy the beauty of Jiangnan when you visit here. With a history stretching back over 1,800 years, Gongtan is a town rich in both natural scenery and folk traditions. Gongtan is renowned as the "core scenic area and dazzling jewel" of the Wujiang Gallery. The town boasts well-preserved Ming and Qing Dynasty architecture, making it a significant and charming historical site. Location: Gongtan Ancient Town, Youyang Tujia and Miao Autonomous County, Chongqing Ticket Price: Entry: 15 RMB Wujian Gallery Boat Tour: 150 RMB per adult Miao Clothing (outfit and accessories): 50 RMB Makeup: 50 RMB Transportation: By Train: From Chongqing North Station, take a train to Youyang Longtan Station, then transfer to Youyang City North Bus Station to Gongtan. By Bus: From Sijiang Bus Station, take a bus to Youyang City North Bus Station, then transfer to Gongtan. By Boat: From Sijiang Bus Station, take a bus to Pengshui New Bus Station, then a boat from Pengshui Wanzu Dock to Gongtan. By Car: From downtown Chongqing, drive directly to Gongtan Ancient Town. This picturesque town, with its serene riverside views and rich history, offers visitors an authentic and tranquil experience.

The boat sails slowly, the Wujiang River is long, drifting through the gallery on a leaf. One-Day Tour of Wujiang Gallery Jiuli City: Travel through thousands of years, explore the mysterious ruins of Chiyou culture, and feel the vicissitudes and charm of the ancient city. Gongtan Ancient Town: Stroll along the bluestone roads, savor the tranquility and simplicity of the ancient town, and enjoy a journey through time. Wujiang Gallery: Take a gallery boat and cruise the Wujiang River. The scenery on both sides is picturesque, as if you are in a poetic world. Itinerary: 🛳Afternoon: Take a boat on the Wujiang Gallery, enjoy the beautiful scenery along the river, and capture every touching moment with your camera. Sunscreen essentials: Bring sunscreen and a hat to protect your skin from the sun and keep you looking your best. Photography tips: Remember to bring your camera or phone to capture every beautiful moment and leave precious memories. ✨Summary: The Wujiang Gallery one-day tour is a perfect journey that combines history, culture, and beautiful scenery. From the mystery of Jiuli City to the tranquility of Gongtan Ancient Town, and then to the poetic Wujiang Gallery, every part of the journey is unforgettable.

Gongtan, a thousand-year-old town by the Wu River Gallery, hides Chongqing's most pristine beauty. Tired of the same old tourist traps? Why not visit Gongtan Ancient Town in Chongqing? Here, you'll find the most authentic Bayu customs and traditions. 🚗Getting There I drove there myself. Starting from downtown Chongqing, I followed the winding mountain roads, and the scenery along the Wu River was so beautiful that I wanted to stop and take pictures. If you don't want to drive, you can take a bus from the Chongqing Sikongli Transportation Hub to Pengshui, and then transfer to Gongtan. Although the journey is a bit bumpy, it's all worth it. 🏮Ancient Town Impressions As soon as I stepped into the ancient town, the mottled bluestone roads and scattered stilt houses came into view, as if I had traveled back in time to a thousand years ago. The stone road beneath my feet has been polished smooth by time, and every step I took felt the weight of history. The stilt houses built along the Wu River, with their upturned eaves and brackets, exude a simple and elegant atmosphere. Every photo I took turned out great. 🌉Wu River Gallery You must experience the Wu River Gallery boat tour! The emerald green river water shimmers under the sunlight, and the cliffs on both sides vary in shape and form. Sometimes shrouded in clouds and mist, it looks like a fairyland. Listening to the sound of oars breaking the water and watching the green hills and trees on both sides is truly relaxing. 🍜Food Exploration The food in the ancient town is also mouthwatering. The mung bean noodles are smooth and refreshing, paired with a delicious saozi soup. One bite is incredibly satisfying. The pan-fried rice tofu is crispy on the outside and tender on the inside. Dipped in a special chili powder, it's a spicy delight. There are also all kinds of fresh river fish, tender and flavorful. 📸Photo Spots In front of the ancient town's old opera house, put on some ancient costumes and take some atmospheric photos. Standing by the Wu River, with the river and stilt houses as the backdrop, the photos you take will be stunning. At night, the ancient town is brightly lit. Stand on the bridge and take pictures of the night view, and you'll get amazing shots in minutes. 🎈Travel Tips 1. For accommodation, you can choose an inn by the river. Opening the window, you can see the beautiful scenery of the Wu River, but the price is relatively high. There are also some cost-effective guesthouses hidden in the alleys. 2. Remember to check the weather in advance before visiting the Wu River Gallery. The scenery is even more stunning on a sunny day. 3. There are many unique shops in the ancient town where you can find some souvenirs, but remember to shop around. Gongtan Ancient Town is truly a hidden gem, not overly commercialized, and full of life. Guys, come and experience the unique charm of this thousand-year-old town! If you have any questions, feel free to ask me.

Comparable to Meijiang? More ancient than Phoenix? A secluded ancient town deep in Chongqing The last time I came to Gongtan Ancient Town🏡 was ten years ago. When I visited again, I was still immersed in the picture of its history and landscape🍀, and it was hard to extricate myself. The landscape painting "Wujiang Town" created by the Chinese painting master Wu Guanzhong is based on the Gongtan Ancient Town. Many people compare Gongtan with Lijiang and Fenghuang Ancient Town, but they have different regional styles. Gongtan is one of the most dangerous rapids in the Wujiang River Basin. The formation of this dangerous shoal can be traced back to the first year of Wanli in the Ming Dynasty (1573), when a severe flood occurred in Youyang, forming a steep shoal. The west bank of the Wujiang River has towering cliffs, chirping birds and howling monkeys, and dense ancient trees. The east bank has a gentle slope, and Gongtan Ancient Town is located on it🏞. Gongtan Ancient Town has a history of more than 1,700 years and has unique Chongqing local characteristics. There are many ancient buildings from the Ming and Qing dynasties in the town. 1⃣ East Gate Tower It is one of the landmark buildings in Gongtan Ancient Town. 2⃣Xiqin Hall It is called "Red Temple" by the locals. As the largest ancient building in the ancient town, it was built during the Guangxu period of the Qing Dynasty. This was once a place for Gongtan people to pray and enjoy dramas. 3⃣ Chuanzhu Temple The temple enshrines Li Bing, who built the Dujiangyan Irrigation System, making the western Sichuan plain prosperous and for which he was named the Lord of Sichuan. 4⃣Dong Family Ancestral Hall It is separated from Chuanzhu Temple by only a wall and is a typical courtyard building, jointly built by the Dong clan. 5⃣ Yuanyang Building This building consists of two interconnected courtyards and is named Yuanyang Tower because it carries a beautiful and touching love story. 6. Stilt House One of the characteristic buildings of Gongtan Ancient Town, it was built from the Southern Song Dynasty to 1963. 7⃣Ran Family Courtyard An ancient residence with a history of more than 400 years, it was the residence of the chieftain Ran Shenzhi during the Yongzheng period and is like a chieftain museum. Gongtan Ancient Town is worth stopping by to savor slowly. Stay for two days, facing the Wujiang River, and feel peaceful and calm. 🚗It is recommended to drive by yourself, which takes about 5 hours to reach the main city of Chongqing. 📍Address: Gongtan Ancient Town, Youyang County, Chongqing

We set off from Chongqing at 7:00 am and drove along the Baomao Expressway. We got off at Pengshui West and drove along National Highway 211. The total distance is 278 km. Here's a reminder: When driving on National Highway 211, be sure to pay attention to the speed limit signs. Our three cars had just come off the expressway and didn't notice the 80 km/h speed limit sign. As a result, we were caught speeding by the Pengshui traffic police and had 3 points deducted from our licenses. Two of the cars were driving at 88 km/h. We saw many other private cars being stopped behind us, so we would like to remind our friends to pay extra attention! Tip: The entrance fee to the ancient town is 16 yuan. If you want to take a boat tour of the Wujiang Gallery, you need to buy a boat ticket here for 158 yuan. Recommended activity: The Wujiang Gallery is a scenic spot spanning Chongqing and Guizhou. It is the most beautiful part of the Wujiang River. Gongtan Ancient Town is the starting point of the Wujiang Gallery. We boarded the boat from the visitor center. The emerald-green Wujiang River is clear and sparkling. A red painting boat sailed through the water, leaving white waves in its wake. On both sides of the Wujiang River, there are cliffs and abandoned old towns. The cliffs are as steep as if they were carved by nature, while the abandoned old towns are full of ruins and overgrown with weeds. The contrast is striking!

Located at the junction of Youyang County, Pengshui County, and Guizhou Province's Yanhe County, it is 70 kilometers from Youyang County, 60 kilometers from Pengshui County, and 70 kilometers from Yanhe County in Guizhou Province (by waterway). This ancient town has a long history, with verifiable history of over 1700 years. It was originally established as the Fuling Han County by the Shu Han of the Three Kingdoms, and after many changes, it has gradually developed into today's Gongtan Ancient Town. The Gongtan Ancient Town scenic area mainly includes Gongtan Ancient Town, Wujiang Gallery, and a millennium-old group of Phoebe zhennan trees, with landscapes that embody the typical characteristics of a water town, making full use of the unique water network advantages of the Wujiang and Apeng Rivers, with the community settled against the mountains and facing the water. The interlacing of bluestone streets, stilted buildings, various ancient bridges, embankments, and canals, all surrounded by water systems, presents a beautiful picture of a water town. In addition, Gongtan Ancient Town is also the core scenic area of the Wujiang Gallery and a dazzling pearl, renowned as a paradise that looks like a painting. Address📍: Western part of Youyang Tujia and Miao Autonomous County, Chongqing Transportation🚴: It is recommended to drive by yourself, which is more convenient, but during holidays, parking spaces can be very tight, as there are not many parking spaces to begin with. The scenic area is suitable for visiting both during the day and at night. Among so many ancient towns, I find Gongtan Ancient Town to be particularly distinctive. Waking up in the morning and opening the window, the calm lake comes into view, feeling very comfortable. The scenery is too beautiful. A travel destination for ancient water towns in the south of the Yangtze River

Gongtan is one of the famous rapids in the Wujiang River Basin. According to historical records, this beach was created in the first year of the Wanli reign of the Ming Dynasty (1573). The steep beach formed by the flash flood in Youyang The cliffs on the west bank of Gongtan tower into the sky Birds chirp and monkeys cry on the cliffs, and ancient trees grow thickly. The famous Manwang Cave is located in it The east coast has a gentle slope Gongtan Ancient Town is located on it Gongtan Ancient Town has a history of more than 1,700 years. Unique local characteristics There are many ancient buildings from the Ming and Qing dynasties in the town. Among them, Chuanzhu Temple and Sanjiao Temple are more famous. There are many ancient monuments that still retain their original appearance. There are also the Song Dynasty square well, skyscraper stone pillars, and one ditch and thirteen bridges. Built in the 1950s, it once dominated the world Gongtan Stone Arch Bridge, etc. 1️⃣ Chuanzhu Temple The temple enshrines Li Bing Li Bing built the Dujiangyan Irrigation System, which made the western Sichuan plain prosperous, and was named the Lord of Sichuan. According to legend, there was an evil dragon causing trouble in Dujiangyan at that time. Later, he was subdued by Li Bing and peace was restored. Therefore, temples and statues are set up in all waters in Sichuan for worship. 2️⃣Xiqin Hall The most imposing building in the ancient town is the "Xiqin Guild Hall" First built during the reign of Emperor Guangxu of the Qing Dynasty (1875-1908) This was once a place where Gongtan people prayed and watched plays. 3️⃣ Stilt House Gongtan Diaojiaolou was built from the Southern Song Dynasty until 1963 The stilt house is a beam structure made of wood support and beams. Four or five thick wood bundles made of pillars Floors and walls made of several wooden boards One side of the house is a storefront close to the street, and the other side is suspended on three sides. The "building" supported by wooden pillars is used to store goods downstairs and people live upstairs 4️⃣ Bluestone Old Street Another wonder of Gongtan Ancient Town It is a 2,000-meter-long bluestone street. Year after year, it has been worn smooth and jade-like. You can sit, walk, or lie down without worrying about the dust on your body. 5️⃣Ran's Yard Ran's Courtyard has a history of more than 400 years It was the residence of the chieftain Ran Shenzhi during the Yongzheng period. The whole yard is a small Tusi Culture Museum There is a well in the hall indoors, where many old things are placed. Ancient coins, blue and white ceramics, bronze wares Let you fully appreciate the wealth of the ancient wealthy families 6️⃣Huang Family Ancestral Hall Dong Family Ancestral Hall is a ancestral hall jointly built by the Dong clan From the old street, we stepped onto the high stone threshold. Inside is a courtyard with a courtyard and opposite is the main hall. The Dong Family Ancestral Hall was once the gathering place of the highest authority of the Dong family. With the construction of Wujiang Reservoir The old Gongtan Ancient Town was demolished and relocated in 2007. What we see now in Xiaoyinhuai is the new Gonghuai "ancient town" The original ancient town is 1.2 kilometers away Since it is rebuilt according to the original appearance and layout The location of the house remains unchanged, the owner remains unchanged, and the neighbors remain unchanged. Especially when it comes to the special social conditions of ethnic minorities Therefore, the project is also known as "the first move in the world". 📍Ancient town address: Western Youyang County, 70 kilometers away from Youyang County