[2024 Zhaoqing Attraction] Travel Guide for Piyun Ancient Building (Updated Sep)
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Historical Architectures
Observation Decks
Address:
Renmin Middle Road, Duanzhou District, Zhaoqing City, Guangdong Province
Opening times:
Open today at 09:00-11:30,13:00-16:30Opening Soon
Recommended sightseeing time:
2 hours
Phone:
0758-2834074
Piyun Tower
Guangdong's thousand-year-old Song Dynasty ancient city wall offers a zero-cost, quaint photography spot right here, where it feels as if time has reversed, immersing oneself in the long river of history.
The wall still retains bricks from the Song, Yuan, Ming, Qing, and the Republic of China periods, and can be called a brick museum. It is also the only one in Guangdong,
and one of the rare examples in the country with a relatively complete main body and surrounding city wall from the Song Dynasty.
Walking along, one arrives at Piyun Tower.
What we see today is not the original structure but a modern imitation ancient building constructed in 1989. This imitation ancient building is majestic and magnificent,
making me feel as if I am in the midst of ancient glory. Piyun Tower also offers free access to climb and look into the distance.
Every city wall has its unique charm and history. These buildings carry the memories of their respective hometowns, making us love and cherish this land even more. Let us witness the beautiful moments of Zhaoqing's ancient city wall.
Mr. Braeden Huel V
Zhaoqing 2 Days 1 Night Leisure Travel Guide
Wow! Zhaoqing is really a fun place close to Guangzhou! Let me use vivid language, along with some cute emojis, to reorganize a leisure travel guide for two days and one night in Zhaoqing for you!
🌟Day 1🌟
On the first day, we boarded the train to Zhaoqing, and a 40-minute high-speed train ride took us through the busy city to this beautiful destination. Upon arriving at Zhaoqing East Station, we immediately transferred to the city rail to Zhaoqing Station, which was convenient and fast, and the ticket price was very affordable, only 28 yuan! 🚄
After arriving in Zhaoqing, we couldn't wait to take a taxi to the first attraction—Qixingyan. There are spectacular bald cypresses here, and a water spray every 20 minutes, truly a place that refreshes the soul! Taking photos here is definitely a great choice!
Then, we walked along Songcheng Arcade Street and the ancient city wall Piyun Tower, feeling the unique historical atmosphere of Zhaoqing. The iconic text wall of Zhaoqing is right next to HEYTEA, be sure to take a photo here! In the evening, after tasting the local cuisine, we returned to the hotel full and rested.
🌟Day 2🌟
The itinerary for the second day was to go to Dinghu Mountain, a highlight of Zhaoqing! We first came to Baoding Garden, where you can throw a wishing ball! Throw a wishing ball, make a wish, and maybe it will come true! 💫
Next, we came to Butterfly Valley, where there really are butterflies, and they even land on your hand! This is definitely a great place to take photos, no filter needed, a natural oxygen bar! However, you need to take a boat back and forth, and the price of 35 yuan is still worth it.
Then, we visited Qingyun Temple, where you can light incense and pray, feeling the peaceful atmosphere. Finally, we came to Feishuitan, where the waterfall has a large volume of water and is very spectacular! The downstream water is also great for playing in the water and washing feet, very refreshing! However, it should be noted that the Feishuitan sightseeing car cannot reach there, and you can only walk.
In the end, we walked to the Summer Villa to take the sightseeing car back, ending this wonderful trip to Zhaoqing!
Hehe, this trip was really great! The beautiful scenery and food of Zhaoqing left us with wonderful memories, looking forward to coming again! 🌈🌞
Grace.Butler.68
The 'Blossom' atmosphere at night in Zhaoqing is simply maxed out!
This is not Shanghai, it's the arcade streets of Zhaoqing.
This place was once a road that has been part of the ancient city of Zhaoqing for a thousand years.
In the past one or two hundred years, it has formed an arcade street with a combination of Chinese and Western styles.
Focusing on retro and intangible cultural heritage, it has become a trendy spot for check-ins!
Recommended sightseeing route:
Song City Wall → Piyun Tower → Liqiao Tower → Fucheng Ruins Park → Arcade Street
This arcade street was built in the late Qing Dynasty and early Republic of China.
It is a combination of European architecture and the Lingnan 'bamboo tube house' style.
But it's not just arcades; there are also some characteristic or time-honored buildings,
for example: Duanzhou Christian Church, Stereophonic Cinema.
Although it is not yet fully perfected,
the Republic of China style is quite strong~ The arcade street is even more atmospheric when lit up.
It's like Zhaoqing's version of 'Blossom', and occasionally there are various activities,
very lively, you must come and see.
🎈Address: Renmin Middle Road, Duanzhou District, Zhaoqing City, Guangdong Province
🚋Transportation: Songcheng Second Road or Renmin South Road bus routes, other bus stops include routes 1, 2, 5A, 9, 10, 12, 18, 28
🎫Admission: Free
🕞Opening hours: 09:00-17:00
TravelMelodies
Stay in the picturesque Seven Star Crags, and explore the ancient charm of the Southern Song Dynasty in Zhaoqing|||Zhaoqing
|||Zhaoqing. Stay in the picturesque Seven Star Crags, and explore the ancient charm of the Southern Song Dynasty in Zhaoqing|||Zhaoqing, which has a rich natural landscape, Seven Star Crags, karst landforms, the pearl of Zhaoqing, boating on the lake, can't help but marvel at the charm of nature, nearby Yanqian Village, retains ancestral halls, ancient buildings, Lingnan villages, the collision of old and new creative designs, gave birth to various petty bourgeoisie cafes, romantic restaurants, is Zhaoqing's literary West Street!
The famous Songcheng ancient city wall, touching the history of a thousand years, as if traveling through ancient and modern times, the only ancient city wall in the province that basically preserves the main body and integrates defense and flood control functions, the green bricks on the city wall show the traces of the Song, Yuan, Ming, Qing, and Republic of China.
How to play in Zhaoqing, we have arranged for you~
Songcheng Wall——Pi Yun Tower——Li Qiao Tower
📍Address: Renmin Middle Road, Duanzhou District, Zhaoqing City, Guangdong Province
Opening hours: 08:00-17:30
The old Second Horse Road, full of retro style, Lingnan culture, you can also see labor insurance stores, hardware stores, full of life.
【Songcheng Arcade Street】
Ancient city wall (you can park nearby here)➡️Arcade Street➡️Straw Shoe Street➡️Zhengdong Street➡️Mice Alley➡️Zhongya Alley➡️Zhaoqing Museum➡️
Passing attractions: Duanzhou Christian Church
📍Location: Chengzhong Road, Fufor Road, Duanzhou District
Stamp card: China Post Office (opposite Zhaoqing City Government)
【Zhaoqing City Museum (New Museum)】
Ticket: Free (register with ID)
Address: No. 5, Shizi Road, Duanzhou District, Zhaoqing City
Time: 9:00—17:30 (closed on Mondays, except holidays)
Recommended accommodation in Zhaoqing: Wyndham Hotel Zhaoqing
When you come to Zhaoqing, you must stay in the Wyndham Hotel, which is full of environmental style and can overlook the Seven Star Crags Scenic Area~ Enjoy the lake and mountain scenery, jog along the Star Lake in the evening, very comfortable~
The hotel lobby has a huge curved LED screen, the overall design is based on the landmark scenery of Zhaoqing, the color tone is warm and majestic, the aerial view is beautiful, the whole scenic area is integrated, the mountains and rivers are one color, everywhere is exquisite, everywhere is filled with the atmosphere of artistic design.
Viewing Bubble Pool Room
The room is spacious, I especially like the bathroom with separate wet and dry areas, enjoy the fun of the bubble pool without leaving the room, I highly recommend the hotel's professional Thai SPA.
Hotel highlights:
Outdoor European lawn, holding an outdoor wedding here is really romantic to the extreme~
Hotel facilities:
Complete sports facilities, gym, outdoor tennis court. Go-kart + various amusement facilities, indoor children's playground
Light European architectural style, various water-friendly facilities, constant temperature swimming pool, children's water park, outdoor warm mineral spring, mineral spring bubble pool, you can also enjoy the fun of swimming in winter!
Xuan All Day Restaurant:
Winter is the most suitable for hot pot, gathering with friends, rolling is happiness and joy, is the leisure and comfort of the holiday.
Delicious dishes must be paired with fine wine, Buddha jumps over the wall, sashimi, oysters, cute desserts~ Rich dining, happy and forget to return!
Bali: Main family set meal, cost-effective~
Southeast Asian cuisine is both appetizing and popular, on the top floor of the hotel you can taste delicious food while overlooking the lake and mountain scenery, red curry roast duck, green lemon steamed fish, sour and spicy just right, Thai sugarcane sweet shrimp is loved by everyone, dessert Nyonya pastries, eat satisfied!
JetsetterAdventures77
Roaming Zhaoqing Ancient City Wall/Songcheng Qilou Street
Zhaoqing Ancient City Wall is located in Songcheng Road, Duanzhou District, Zhaoqing City, Guangdong Province, built in the Song Dynasty, it is the most iconic ancient building in Zhaoqing; the ancient city wall is still well preserved, which is rare in the country.
Zhaoqing Ancient City Wall is a national key cultural relics protection unit.
Opening hours: 8:00～17:30 Free admission
Transportation: self-driving, taxi, bus
Tour route: Zhaoqing Museum—Micang Lane/Baogong Well—Ancient City Wall—Piyun Tower—Liqiao Tower—Prefecture Ruins Park—Zhongya Lane—Songcheng Qilou Street
Tour highlights:
1. Zhaoqing Museum (free), displaying Zhaoqing's history and ancient relics, after visiting, you can have a better understanding of Zhaoqing, worth visiting.
2. Zhaoqing Ancient City Wall, a national key cultural relics protection unit, has a relatively complete ancient city wall, including Piyun Tower, Liqiao Tower, Micang Lane/Baogong Well and other ancient sites, which can be savored and photographed.
3. Songcheng Qilou Street, just opened at the beginning of the year, lacks commercial atmosphere, you can visit and experience.
4. Zhongya Lane is located between Zhaoqing Museum and Qilou Street, there is a 66-meter-long mural of 'Ancient Lane Songqing' on the wall, if interested, you can visit and tour.
Warm tips:
1. Zhaoqing Ancient City Wall is located in the city center, which is convenient for touring.
2. The ancient city wall is not fully connected, you need to walk through the alley to get from Piyun Tower to Liqiao Tower.
3. Songcheng Qilou Street is nearby, you can walk there for a visit.