2025 Xichang Travel Guide: Must-see attractions, popular food, hotels, transportation routes (updated in June)

For a May Day holiday destination within Sichuan, I highly recommend Xichang. A 3-hour high-speed train ride away, it offers delicious food and fun activities. During May Day, you can also immerse yourself in the beauty of jacaranda blossoms. Best Jacaranda Viewing Spots 📍Hangtian North Road (Classic Spot) ✔️Old trees line both sides of the road, creating a truly stunning scene. ✔️Jacaranda ice cream is a perfect photo prop. 📍Tingtao Town ✔️The most romantic jacaranda library. 📍Jianchang Ancient City + Tangyuan Garden ✔️Experience a blend of ancient architecture and a shower of purple blossoms. ✔️The light is softest after 4pm. 📍Qionghai Wetland Park ✔️Rent a bike and cycle along Qionghai Lake. ✔️Navigate to "Birdwatching Island" for the best views. 📍Dashiban Village ✔️Yi ethnic customs + purple sea of flowers. 📅Bloom Forecast ✅April 20 - early May ✅Rain will accelerate the blossoms' withering. 📸Photography Tips 🔹Outfit: White/light purple dresses are most photogenic. 🔹Technique: Jacaranda trees are tall, so find the right angle. 🚗Transportation Tips ▪️3-hour high-speed train from Chengdu to Xichang West Station. ▪️Taxis or electric scooter rentals are recommended within the city. ▪️Hangtian North Road has traffic control on weekends, making it better for taking photos. 🍜Must-try Food ♦️Barbecue (both fire pit and skewers are great). ♦️Mutton rice noodles. ♦️Huili shredded chicken. ♦️Liangshan snow yogurt (limited edition jacaranda packaging). 💌Tips 1. Xichang has strong UV rays! Pay attention to sun protection. 2. Hangtian North Road has heavy traffic in the morning, so be careful when taking photos. Escape the city this May Day holiday and join us in Xichang for this romantic purple spectacle! 🌸

Take a weekend trip from Chengdu to Xichang, Daliang Mountain! Direct high-speed train! Go to Daliang Mountain in November to enjoy spring! It's already beautiful to the next level...😭😭 When the sun is out, the live broadcast is so beautiful that I am speechless! There are few people in the off-season and the weather is good, so it's worth it~ Cycle around Qionghai Lake and go to Daliang Mountain to experience a drama feast~ - 1️⃣Time arrangement: Depart from Chengdu East Railway Station, take the high-speed train at 8 am, and arrive in Xichang at 11 am 2️⃣Accommodation: Because I want to go to the drama festival and cycle around Qionghai Lake! So I chose to stay near Torch Square, which is super convenient to go anywhere! It's also close to the high-speed train station~ 3️⃣Fun routes in Xichang, Daliang Mountain in November‼️ (The wonderful November is looking forward to the Daliang Mountain Drama Festival! It's worth it...) ✔️Daliang Mountain Drama Festival It's time for the annual drama festival, which is being held in Daliang Mountain... There are many wonderful and interesting dramas from November 8 to November 19! This time I watched "Bamboo Courtyard", which is very interesting. It was adapted from Kurosawa's movie version 🎞️ Rashomon! After watching it, I feel that the world is a huge mental hospital... The music and actors are very interesting~ ✔️Torch Square (watch drama + parade + torch) At Torch Square, you can not only watch dramas and experience various drama workshops, but also participate in local ethnic parades in the evening! Go to Torch Square at 6 pm to watch the live-action drama "Areniu", which is so shocking... You can also see the iron flower performance! Who is happy! It turns out to be me! ✔️Tingtao Valley (art collection block is so fun) This block is very rich~ There are dramas, pet parks, art exhibitions, bookstores, cafes, tea rooms... and hotels 🏨 Every place is suitable for taking photos 📸 You can also overlook Qionghai Lake from the top floor of many stores! The sky ladder is also here ✨ ✔️Qionghai Lake one-day tour 👭Route: Qionghai Hotel - Moonlight White Coffee - Bihai Yuntian Hotel to the seaside route - Moonlight Town - Qionghai Park - Baiyue Hotel - Yinlin Beach - Tingtao Town 💗Tips: Walk along the coast of Qionghai Lake! There are so many beautiful spots~~ You can get life photos in minutes! It is recommended that you wear beautiful dresses! It's really beautiful~ 4️⃣Food: Heizai BBQ, Zhangji BBQ, Xiaoyucun Spicy Fish Fillet... Other comments can be added hahahahaha! Liangshan Snow is also delicious~ I like this kind of yogurt drink . I really love my first trip to Xichang, Daliang Mountain! There are so many treasure spots, hurry up and collect them! There are so many types of drama performances that I am dazzled~ It's so interesting~ Two days and one night in Xichang, Daliang Mountain, just read this article~

First time for a drama festival I flew to 📍Sichuan Xichang Unexpectedly, in the gradually cold November, this place is still warm and overflowing. The azure and healing Qionghai Sea Ancient villages and towns with few people A treasure town where you can watch dramas and travel at the same time It's really worth a visit! - 🚩My 2 days and 1 night itinerary Day 1: Diaoyutai—Qionghai Hotel—Moon West—Tingtao Valley—Torch Square Day 2: Jianchang Ancient Town - Dashiban Ancient Village - How to play⁉️ 1️⃣Qiong Seaside (Daliangshan Drama Festival Lake Space) ✔️Around the lake: If the weather is good, the lake will be very blue and you can walk and play along the lakeside boardwalk, which is comfortable and healing all the way. ✔️Moon West: The cruise ship terminal and the Moon Goddess statue are all here. ✔️Diaoyutai: The wooden plank road leading to the center of the lake is great for taking photos. ✔️Qionghai Hotel: Surrounded by mountains and water, you can come here in the afternoon to drink coffee and enjoy the breeze, which is full of holiday feeling~ - 2️⃣Tingtao Valley (Daliangshan Drama Festival Mountain Space) ✔️It has the only valley theater in the country, a place that combines natural environment and art. Not only can you watch plays, but you can also go shopping. There are cafes, theaters, art galleries, and study rooms. There is an entire art district. Finally, you can go up to the observation deck and overlook Qionghai Lake! ✔️I watched the performance of "Guangling Jue Xiang" here in the afternoon and it was very enjoyable! In the evening, we watched the puppet show "Othello" from Georgia. The lively puppet performance drew constant applause from the audience! - 3️⃣Torch Square (Daliangshan Drama Festival City Space) A landmark building in Xichang City, the Daliangshan Torch Festival is held here every year! The 56 torch pillars represent 56 ethnic groups, and each pillar has a different totem. - 4️⃣ Jianchang Ancient Town Although it is in the city, there are not many people. You can overlook the entire ancient city by climbing the city wall. It is suitable for a niche ancient city citywalk! - 5️⃣ Dashiban Ancient Village The quaint village is very suitable for taking photos of the Yi people. There is also a Lingying Temple inside, and the orange-yellow walls are particularly bright. - ✈️About transportation ▪️Airplane: Can reach Xichang Qingshan Airport ▪️High-speed rail: arrive at Xichang West Station

Jinlin sand beach is a perfect location to enjoy the sun while making sand castles next to the water body. It’s easy to find a parking and there is a shuttle service to the beach. We also enjoyed a group cycle on our way back. Though it was tough to climb, the way down was equally fun. There is also a Buddhist temple nearby, the sound of prayers are soothing and relaxing. Suggest to take along a folding tent and plenty of drinking water and snacks with you. You can also take a walk along the Qionghai sea and enjoy the greenery. #freehotelstay #beachlife

Lushan Guangfu Temple is located in Xichang City, Sichuan Province. It was built in the Ming Dynasty and has a history of more than 600 years. The temple preserves a large number of cultural relics and historical sites from the Ming and Qing dynasties. Every March and April, the temple's cherry blossoms are in full bloom, like a painting by Hayao Miyazaki. It is said that these cherry trees were planted by Japanese monks in Guangfu Temple during the Ming Dynasty and have a history of more than 400 years. These cherry trees were introduced from Japan and are of the "Fuji Sakura" variety. #Mainland China Attractions

Lingying Temple was built in the Tang Dynasty and is located in Xichang City, Sichuan Province. It covers an area of ​​about 5,000 square meters. The building complex is mainly composed of the Main Hall, Heavenly King Hall, Sutra Library, Guanyin Hall, Bell and Drum Tower, etc. The Main Hall is a two-story brick and wood structure that houses a statue of Sakyamuni Buddha. The temple is located in a mountainous area and it is recommended to bring appropriate cold weather gear. #Mainland China Attractions

🍃Xichang is truly a treasure place The scenery is as good as Yunnan, and the photos come out great too📷 Just got back from Xichang, you can follow my notes haha Purely sharing with no ads⬇️ ✈️About transportation Chengdu South - Xichang West, total 3 hours (took the 8:00 AM high-speed train, arrived at 10:55) 🏠Accommodation We stayed near Manxin, which is convenient for Qionghai Lake and nearby attractions like Jianchang Ancient City and Tang Garden 🚗Route plan⬇️ Day1️⃣ Xichang West Station → Yinlin Beach → Jinlin Beach Day2️⃣ “Jeju Island Branch” → Crooked Neck Tree → Diaoyutai 🍃“Jeju Island” Xichang branch is just down to the right from the hotel lobby, really great for photos 🍃Diaoyutai, taking photos on the long boardwalk is really photogenic, but it’s a bit crowded and you need to queue, next to the Crooked Neck Tree 🏝️Yinlin Beach Less crowded than Jinlin Beach, the sand is bright white and a bit dazzling hh, with coconut trees by the sea🌴 🏖️Jinlin Beach Got lucky and caught a beautiful sunset🌅, enjoying the evening breeze, so romantic 📌Little tips Bring different clothes hahaha, change as you go while taking photos, basically every attraction has restrooms for changing

🌟Day 1: Full of Nature and Romance • Morning: Chase the Jacaranda Rain on Hangtian North Road (Blooming season from April to May, a must-go! The whole street is shrouded in purple mist, with creative stalls full of atmosphere, road closures on weekends for easy photo shoots) • Noon: Street food tour on Famous Shops Street → Beef and lamb offal noodles with pickled cabbage soup, spicy cold buckwheat noodles to cut the grease, and Ma Shui River’s fried potatoes sprinkled with chili powder that will make you stomp your feet in delight! • Afternoon: Rent a bike (20 RMB/hour) at Qionghai Wetland to cycle around the lake, watch water birds skim over the reeds, and take super healing Japanese-style photos on the wooden boardwalk • Evening: Wait for the sunset at Jinlin Beach’s Orange Sea, where the sunset dyes the lake surface honey-colored. Remember to bring a light jacket to guard against the evening breeze • Night: Gather around the barbecue stalls in the small fishing village, enjoy grilled tilapia fillets crispy outside and tender inside, garlic-covered grilled shells, paired with chilled beer—the perfect way to enjoy nightlife 🌟Day 2: Encounter of Culture and Vibrancy • Morning: Walk the bluestone roads of Dashiban Ancient Village, the orange walls of Lingying Temple paired with jacaranda are stunning! Rent Yi ethnic costumes (50 RMB/set) and photo shoots start at 100 RMB, perfect for instant great shots • Noon: Eat Tuotuo meat at the foot of Lushan Mountain, Yi-style pickled cabbage soup with rice can be eaten three bowls straight, then take the cable car up the mountain (one way 30 RMB) to visit Guangfu Temple, the Earthquake Monument Forest, and the Slave Society Museum—great for learning • Afternoon: Daydream by the lake at Moonlight Café, take “pretending to be at Erhai Lake” photos at Diaoyutai Pier, touch the century-old city wall bricks in Jianchang Ancient City, and the Tang-style architecture of Tangyuan looks even better with lights on at dusk 🏨 Accommodation Highlights • Luxury: Qianxun Tangji Shuxiang Shijia (Tangyuan center, ancient style courtyard + hot springs), Qionghai Hotel (State Guesthouse garden, sea view from the window) • Cost-effective choice: All Season Qionghai Branch (5-minute walk to the wetland, rich breakfast) 🍢 Foodie Must-Try List ✔️ Charcoal Grill: Sit around the charcoal fire grilling pork belly, paired with baby cucumbers to cut the grease ✔️ Yi Ethnic Tuotuo Meat: Bone-in black pork cooked until falling off the bone, dipped in chili powder—irresistibly fragrant ✔️ Fengxinling Tilapia: A must-order in the pickled chili pot! Fish meat coated with potato starch soaking up the sour and spicy sauce, about 50 RMB per person to eat until you can barely stand 📌Tips: Visiting in June is perfect to catch both the jacaranda bloom and Torch Festival, sunscreen for the day and a jacket for the night, the ancient city night view is even more photogenic than daytime~

Nestled in Xichang, the "Moon City," **Starway Xichang Qionghai Wetland Park Wanda Plaza Hotel** offers the perfect blend of urban convenience and natural beauty, making it an ideal base for exploring the ecological wonders of Qionghai. Though not directly lakeside, the hotel is just a **10-minute walk** from Qionghai Wetland Park, where you can immerse yourself in the refreshing breeze of this "Plateau Pearl" and relish the pristine environment of Xichang's "natural oxygen bar." 🌿 Qionghai: Xichang's Ecological Gem As Sichuan's second-largest natural freshwater lake, Qionghai is renowned for its **34-square-kilometer crystal-clear waters** and surrounding wetland landscapes. With a spring-like climate year-round (average temperature of 17.2°C) and abundant sunshine (over 2,400 hours annually), the lake is fed by snowmelt and tributaries of the Jinsha River, forming a unique L-shaped shoreline. Mornings invite lakeside strolls to watch egrets dance, while evenings are perfect for cycling around the lake as the sunset paints the sky gold. The hotel's prime location ensures easy access to these natural delights. 🏨 Starway Hotel: Quality Service for a Relaxing Stay While the lake isn’t visible from your window, the hotel compensates with **thoughtful service and comprehensive amenities**: - Hygiene Assurance: Strict high-standard cleaning protocols, including fresh linens for every guest, ensure a worry-free sleep environment. - Modern Conveniences: High-speed WiFi, 24-hour hot water, cozy bedding, and soundproofing help you unwind after a day of exploration. - Prime Location: Adjacent to Wanda Plaza for dining and shopping, and just a **10-minute drive** from downtown, balancing tranquility with convenience. 🌟 Why Choose Starway? For travelers seeking **great value and authentic local experiences**, Starway serves as both a gateway to Qionghai’s ecology and a window into Xichang’s livable climate. Spend your days exploring landscapes and return to a comfortable room at night, where clean, warm hospitality adds ease to your Liangshan journey. Check in at Starway—let Qionghai’s breeze refresh you and Xichang’s sunshine brighten your holiday! ☀️

The gem of Xichang! You can't miss this hotel when visiting Xichang! Half of Xichang's romance comes from the moonlight over Qionghai Lake, while the other half is hidden in the night views from this hotel - Moon City Hotel. ◆ Highlights Located beside Moon Lake Park and close to Xichang Bus Station and High-Speed Rail Station. The hotel is a landmark building on Xichang Aerospace Avenue, with rooms on floors 10-14 offering panoramic city views. Featuring 180° floor-to-ceiling windows, smart room controls, and ultra-comfortable zero-pressure goose down bedding. Transportation Conveniently located near Xichang Bus Station, High-Speed Rail Station, and the ancient town. Breakfast The hotel provides complimentary breakfast for two, offering freshly made noodles, wontons, and rice noodles. The house-made wontons with chili oil and Sichuan pepper oil are delicious! Also featuring fluffy buns, fresh soy milk, and various options for different dietary preferences, including salads. #XichangTravelGuide #HotelsWithGreatViews #XichangMoonCityHotel

🌟 **3 Days & 2 Nights Budget Travel Guide to Xichang | The Sunshine City for Just $468 Per Person** Who says travel has to be expensive? This cost-effective Xichang guide shows you how to savor Yi cuisine, tour Qionghai Lake, and visit Lushan Mountain for just **$468**—perfect for students and couples on a budget! --- 💰 **Cost Breakdown (Per Person)** ✅ Accommodation: $60 × 2 nights = $120 (hostel/shared guesthouse) ✅ Transportation: Round-trip bullet train from Chengdu $146 + local buses/shared e-bikes $30 = $176 ✅ Food: $20 × 6 meals = $120 (street snacks + budget eateries) ✅ Tickets: Lushan Guangfu Temple $5 + Qionghai Lake (free) = $5 ✅ Extras: BBQ split bill $40 + snacks $7 = $47 **Total: $468** (can be even lower with flexibility!) --- 🗓️ **3 Days & 2 Nights Itinerary** **Day 1: Budget Tour Around Qionghai Lake** - **Morning**: Take the bullet train to Xichang, then Bus 106 straight to Qionghai Lake ($2) - **Noon**: Grab street food (rice rolls $6 + Liangshan Snow yogurt $5) - **Afternoon**: **Free fun!** Hike or rent a shared bike to loop Qionghai (Wetland Park—Moonlight Town—Little Fishing Village) - **Evening**: Watch the sunset at Golden Scale Beach (no ticket) - **Night**: Share a table for firepot BBQ ($40/person, recommend roadside stalls in Little Fishing Village) **Day 2: Lushan Mountain + Yi Culture** - **Morning**: Take Bus 22 to Lushan, hike up/down (skip the cable car), but hide snacks from monkeys! - **Noon**: Buy fruit at the market (strawberries $5/lb) + cold noodles ($8) - **Afternoon**: Free visits to **Torch Square** and **Yi Ethnic Slave Society Museum** - **Night**: Try **Yi fast food** at the market (TuoTuo pork + buckwheat cakes $15) **Day 3: Low-Cost Hidden Gems** - **Option A**: Bus to **Hetao Village** for panoramic Qionghai views (no ticket) - **Option B**: Shop at **Nantan Farmers’ Market** for bitter buckwheat tea ($10/bag) - **Return**: Bullet train back to Chengdu (pack Yi-style buns for the ride) --- 🍢 **Eat Well on a Budget!** ▪️ **$5 range**: Rice rolls, Liangshan Snow yogurt, roasted potatoes ▪️ **$10 range**: Beef/lamb rice noodles, buckwheat cakes, fried potatoes ▪️ **$15 range**: Yi fast-food combo, tipsy shrimp (small portion) **Tip**: The cheapest, most authentic eats hide in markets and alleys! --- 🛏️ **Budget Stays** 📍 Qionghai International Youth Hostel ($30/bed, lakeside) 📍 Old Town guesthouses ($50/person for shared rooms, great transit) --- ⚠️ **Tips** 1️⃣ Book bullet train tickets 15 days early—opt for the cheapest **D-series** trains 2️⃣ Sun protection! Xichang’s UV is strong—hats + arm sleeves save money over sunscreen 3️⃣ Avoid Yi Torch Festival/National Week—hotel prices double --- **“$468 isn’t a limit—it’s another way to explore.”** Qionghai’s sunsets are free, Yi village songs cost nothing, and budget travel still fills your backpack with memories!

Luojishan Travel Guide 1. Introduction to Luojishan Located in Puge County, Liangshan Yi Autonomous Prefecture, Sichuan, Luojishan is named for its resemblance to a "maiden's hair bun." This 4A-rated national scenic area is famed for its alpine lakes, primeval forests, glacial relics, and hot spring waterfalls, earning it the title "Sister Mountain of Mount Emei." - Best seasons: May–October (summer retreat, autumn foliage); winter (Dec–Feb) offers snowscapes, but some sites may close. - Altitude: The main peak stands at 4,359m, with tourist areas between 2,000–3,500m. Acclimatize to avoid altitude sickness. 2. Transportation Guide ① How to get there? - By air: Nearest airport is Xichang Qingshan Airport (~60km from Luojishan), with flights from Chengdu/Chongqing, then transfer by bus/charter. - By train: Xichang West Station (3hrs from Chengdu by HSR), then taxi/bus to Luojishan Town (~1.5hrs). - By car: - From Chengdu: ~5–6hrs (via G5 Expressway + provincial roads). - From Xichang: ~1.5hrs (S212 provincial road). ② In-park transport: - Shuttle bus: Park entrance → cableway base (~30min mountain drive). - Cableway: Asia’s largest elevation-drop sightseeing cableway (45min one-way, ~1,000m vertical). Highly recommended—hiking up is strenuous. 3. Must-Visit Attractions ① Heilongtan (Luojishan’s "Pearl") - Glacial lake with crystal-clear water, framed by snow peaks. Perfect for photos. - Tip: ~1hr lakeside loop hike; capture mountain reflections on clear days. ② Xiancao Lake & Pearl Lake Cluster - A series of glacial lakes with emerald-blue waters, scattered like jade. - Hiking route: Heilongtan → Xiancao → Pearl Lakes (~2–3hrs). ③ Luojishan Jiujiuli Hot Spring Waterfall (World’s Largest) - Highlights: Natural hot springs cascade down cliffs—bathe under waterfalls! - Location: Separate ticket required (~40min drive from Luojishan Town). - Tip: Crowded in peak season; visit early or avoid weekends. ④ Glacial Grooves & Ancient Relics - Unique Quaternary glacial landforms for geology enthusiasts. ⑤ Alu Cliff & Sea of Clouds Viewpoint - Overlook rolling clouds and snow-capped peaks at sunrise/sunset. 4. Itinerary Ideas ① One-Day Trip (Compact) - AM: Park entrance → shuttle → cableway → Heilongtan → Xiancao Lake. - PM: Pearl Lakes → glacial grooves → cableway down (or visit Jiujiuli). ② Two-Day Trip (In-Depth) - Day 1: Main park (Heilongtan/Xiancao hike), overnight in Luojishan Town/hot spring hotel. - Day 2: Jiujiuli Waterfall + Qionghai Wetland Park (en route back). 5. Accommodation ① Near Park Entrance (Luojishan Town) - Budget: Yi-style homestays (¥100–200/night). - Mid-range: Luojishan Resort Hotel (heated floors, ¥300–500/night). ② Near Jiujiuli Hot Springs - Hot spring hotels (includes entry ticket, ¥500–800/night). ③ Xichang City (for return trips) - Lakeside options like Qionghai Hotel (¥400–600/night). 6. Food Recs ① Yi cuisine: Tuotuo pork, buckwheat cakes, sour potato soup. ② Xichang BBQ: Firepot-style (pork belly, fish skewers). ③ In-park: Pack snacks—limited dining options. 7. Pro Tips ① Tickets (2024): - Luojishan Park: Combo ticket (entry+shuttle+cableway) ≈¥250/pax. - Jiujiuli Hot Springs: Peak season ≈¥200; off-season ≈¥150. ② Essentials: - Altitude prep: Avoid exertion; carry oxygen (sold onsite). - Layer up: Cold even in summer. - Sun protection: Strong UV—sunglasses/hats mandatory. ③ Avoid Pitfalls: - Cableway may close in high winds—check weather. - Skip Jiujiuli on holidays to evade crowds. Ideal for nature lovers, hikers, and hot spring seekers! Pair with Qionghai Lake or Lugu Lake for extended trips. 🌄

🚗 Transportation Guide - High-speed train: Chengdu → Xichang (approx. 3 hours, 149 yuan) - Bus: Take Bus 106 from Xichang West Station directly to Qionghai Lake (2 yuan) - Rental: Bicycles (20 yuan/day) or electric scooters (50 yuan/day) available at the scenic area entrance 🎫 Ticket Fees ▫️ Qionghai Wetland Park: Free entry ▫️ Xiaoyucun Pier: Boat ride 30 yuan/person (must-try!) 📝 Itinerary 🌅 Morning: Lakeside Cycling - Rent a bike and ride along the route from "Bird-Watching Island Wetland → Moonlight Scenery Town," stopping to snap photos at the viral reed marshes - Pass by "Qionghai Park" for free sky-mirror reflection shots 🍜 Lunch: Firepot BBQ - Recommended: "Li Xiaochang Specialty BBQ" (50 yuan/person), must-order small intestines and drunken shrimp ⛵ Afternoon: Boat Ride + Sunset - Take a wooden boat ride from Xiaoyucun Pier (30 yuan) - Hike up "Lushan Mountain" for a panoramic view of Qionghai Lake (5 yuan entry to Guangfu Temple) - Arrive at "Golden Scale Beach" by 18:00 for a breathtaking sunset (free) 💰 Expense Breakdown ✔️ Transport: 149 yuan round-trip train + 4 yuan bus ✔️ Food: 50 yuan BBQ + 10 yuan snacks ✔️ Activities: 20 yuan bike rental + 30 yuan boat ticket Total: Approx. 200 yuan 💡 Pro Tips 1️⃣ Sunscreen! The plateau UV rays are intense 2️⃣ Arrive before 7 AM to catch Qionghai's morning mist 3️⃣ Book weekend tickets early to avoid sold-out seats A soul-soothing getaway for the price of a hotpot meal – perfect for students! #XichangTravel #BudgetTravel #QionghaiChecklist

| A Comfortable Stay at Starway Hotel. 🏨 Recommended Accommodation: Starway Xichang Qionghai Wetland Park Wanda Plaza Hotel 📍 Prime Location: Adjacent to Qionghai Wetland Park, with an e-bike rental station right at the hotel entrance for ultra-convenient departures! 🛏️ Stay Highlights: ✔️ Hearty Breakfast: Start your day energized with the hotel’s delicious and varied breakfast options. ✔️ Hygiene Assurance: After cycling, a refreshing hot shower + soft, clean bedding instantly soothes fatigue. ✔️ Thoughtful Service: The front desk offers bike rental advice and route suggestions to help you plan efficiently. 📍 Cycling Route (Loop Starting from the Hotel): 1️⃣ Bird Island Wetland: Active birdlife in the morning, perfect for photography. 2️⃣ Fishing Platform/Moonlight Charm Town: Classic Qionghai landmarks with picturesque lakeside boardwalks. 3️⃣ Silver Scale Beach: A quiet white-sand spot for a short break. 4️⃣ Dashiban Ancient Village: A historic Yi village, with the orange walls of Lingying Temple as a must-visit. 5️⃣ Golden Scale Beach (Ideal for Sunset): Coconut trees + "Little Sanya" vibes, great for afternoon tea. 6️⃣ Fishing Village: Enjoy Qionghai’s signature drunken shrimp and BBQ for dinner before heading back. 7️⃣ Jianchang Ancient Town + Tang Garden: Nighttime strolls among illuminated retro architecture, then return to the hotel. 🌟 Why Choose Starway Xichang Qionghai Wetland Park Wanda Plaza Hotel? → Time-Saving & Effortless: Bike rentals + breakfast + accommodation all in one for seamless travel. → Comfort Guaranteed: After intense cycling, a clean bathroom and bedding are key to recovery! → Central Location: Midway along the lakeside loop, convenient for clockwise or counterclockwise rides. 📌 Tip: The hotel offers luggage storage, so you can explore hassle-free even after checkout~

June sunshine is just right 💦 Qionghai Lake shimmers with sparkling ripples Palm trees sway by the sandy shore 🌴 This "Little Spring City" has romance etched in its DNA 🚶‍➡️ A weekend trip is all you need for maximum fun Bookmark this freshly baked guide now! 💯 Must-visit spots: 🌅 Qionghai Lake A freshwater paradise! Cycling around the lake is incredibly therapeutic. Catch sunrise at Bird-Watching Island in the morning – the boardwalk photos look like seaside shots~ The Black Swan Café by Qionghai is lovely too, with vast lawns perfect for coffee and chilling 🏖️ Jinlin Beach Living up to its "Sichuan's Little Sanya" reputation! Coconut groves + white sand + azure lake waters. Best light after 4pm 🏡 Dashiban Ancient Village 600-year-old Yi ethnic village! Orange walls with blue tiles – the saffron walls of Lingying Temple make phenomenal photo backdrops 🏯 Jianchang Ancient City Night views are UNMATCHED! Ascend Datong Gate for panoramic city lights, with alleys full of artsy boutiques 🏔️ Nearby attractions: 🌾 Gukede Alpine meadows + purple azalea seas (June) – breathtakingly beautiful ❄️ Luojishan Mountain Inky-blue lakes + primeval forests. The cable car ride through sea of clouds is awe-inspiring ♨️ Jiushijuli Waterfall Hot Springs 40℃ thermal waters cascade down cliffs – soak while rainbows form 🍖 Xichang delicacies: Firepot BBQ, Xiaoyucun grilled fish, Liangshan burgers, lamb rice noodles, Dechang rolled noodles, Liangshan Snow yogurt, Mianning local cuisine, drunken shrimp. Plus amazingly cheap and delicious fruits! 🚶‍♀️‍➡️ Weekend bullet train itinerary: DAY1: Chengdu → Xichang → Qionghai Lake → Jianchang Ancient City DAY2: Dashiban Village → Jinlin Beach → Return Pack your bags this weekend For sunbathing, BBQ feasts, and flower oceans! 🎉🎉 Feeling tempted, fellow travelers? Click → "Chat with TA" at bottom left to customize your perfect trip!

I was confused about what to eat with my sisters, so I finally saw this shop on the internet. It was really unexpected after I went there😍 🌟• Dishes Recommendations 1️⃣◦ Main foods: The sauce of meat sauce pasta and black pepper pasta is rich, hanging over each noodle, rich in texture; beef curry rice rice grains seasoned, beef tender, curry aroma. 2️⃣◦ Meat: The steak is tender and juicy without fishy smell, the pork neck tastes great, super high value for money, is a must-order dish. 3️⃣◦ Specialty snacks: There are four pieces of sandwiches strung with skewers, with a stunning combination of mango and meat. 🏠• Ambient: The store is exquisitely decorated and full of atmosphere, and every corner is suitable for taking pictures. Whether it’s a gathering with friends or a couple’s date, it’s going to make you feel good. 📍Address Below Dacheng (navigate An An’s kitchen) 💰• Average consumption: 100+ dollars per person, which is medium consumption among Western restaurants in Xichang, but the quality of the food and the environment are definitely worth it. 🏨 Accommodation recommendation Because we came by high-speed rail, we chose a hotel near Xichang West Station - Xichang Beautiful Mountains. Personally, I think the comfort is quite good, and the surroundings are not noisy, the environment is good.

A hidden gem I discovered when traveling to Xichang with kids - Starway Xichang Qionghai Wetland Park Wanda Plaza Hotel! Perfectly located between Qionghai Wetland Park and Wanda Plaza, making everywhere super convenient to reach~ ✨Why we recommend: 🛏️ Clean and spacious rooms Our family room was a generous 35㎡ Bedding changed daily with thorough disinfection Hygiene is top priority when traveling with kids! 👶 Extremely kid-friendly Front desk provides these for free: ✔️Children's toothbrushes ✔️Kids' slippers 🚗 Perfect location • Short walk to Qionghai Wetland Park • Just across the street to Wanda Plaza Tangyuan • 15-minute taxi ride to Lushan Scenic Area 🍳 Nearby food recommendations: • Hotel buffet breakfast has great variety • Wanda Plaza offers numerous dining options • Local favorite BBQ and home-style restaurants nearby 💡 Real experience: Spotless cleanliness with thoughtful service Makes traveling with kids so worry-free!

Life has no mistakes, every stroke is divine will. Perhaps you don’t shine brightly or even seem a bit clumsy, but your existence itself is a star, is romance, is crystal clear, is one-of-a-kind. [Glister][Glister][Glister] We often habitually belittle ourselves, especially those with a pessimistic core—anxious over others' opinions, insecure in the face of others' excellence. I often think: pushing too hard backfires, while gentle strength builds momentum. Relax when it’s time to relax, strive when it’s time to strive—balance is key. [Tulip][Tulip][Tulip] We’re so used to comparing ourselves to others, but life is long—no need to crush yourself into dust. [Star][Star] Stars always glow. Maybe you’re not as polished as others, but you have your own unique light. Someone will always come toward that light. Some things call for fullness, acceptance, patience, and prayer. Life has no mistakes, every stroke is divine will. 🏨 Hotel Recommendation: Guomai Fengchao Hotel (Xichang Qionghai 17° Wanda Plaza Branch) You were born in summer—the sunlight fierce, yet timely breezes always come. Summer nights are dark, yet dotted with fireflies. Ice pops are cold, yet sweet in every bite. Cicadas roar loud, yet soothing sounds persist. I find it all fascinating, and all so like you. May you forever blaze as brilliantly as summer. [Yeah][Yeah]

#June travel support fund Xichang, where I took the train while traveling in Chengdu It was more fulfilling than I thought, and there were many beautiful natural places everywhere, so if you ride a motorcycle and look at the scenery, it seems like it would be a real healing experience They say purple flowers bloom from the end of April to mid-May? If I get the chance, I should definitely go back next year to see them.

Unlike other mountains in Sichuan, the Daliang Mountains feature gentle and wide ridges with fragile ecosystems dominated by sandstone and limestone. The limited arable land and challenging transportation due to steep terrain make long-term living here exceptionally difficult—requiring more than just mental resilience. That's why I deeply admire the young volunteers who teach here, some staying for years—they're truly remarkable people! The photo shows a typical Yi village in the heart of Daliang Mountains, with traditional dark blue roofs and yellow/white walls, topped by "En Niao" (eagle) statues on the rooftops. On clear days, it exudes unique charm.

Stay Experience at Xichang Guantang Hotel (Qionghai 17° Tangyuan Branch) 🌟 First Impressions: This hotel gave me an instant feeling of warmth and comfort. Its prime location near Qionghai Scenic Area makes it perfect for a relaxing vacation. 📌 Hotel Environment: The design blends modern and classical styles, with a spacious, bright lobby and elegant decor. Rooms are well-equipped with comfortable bedding, and some offer partial views of Qionghai Lake that lift your spirits. 🚕 Transportation: Located within Qionghai 17° Tangyuan, about 15km (30-minute taxi ride) from Xichang Qingshan Airport. Nearby bus stops are available, but driving or taking taxis is more convenient. 💰 Price & Value: Rates range from 400-600 yuan on weekdays, slightly higher during holidays. Good value considering the location and facilities. 🛌 Hotel Features: 1⃣ Clean, tidy rooms with medium-firm mattresses for great sleep quality 2⃣ Separate wet/dry bathrooms with complete toiletries 3⃣ Friendly, responsive front desk service 4⃣ Varied breakfast buffet featuring local snacks 5⃣ Small gym and leisure area available 🏙 Nearby Attractions: Qionghai Wetland Park is within walking distance (best visited at dawn/dusk); Luojishan Scenic Area (30km away) makes a good day trip; Lushan Scenic Area offers panoramic Qionghai views; Xichang Satellite Launch Center (1-hour drive) is worth visiting. Local food recommendations: Qionghai fish, Yi ethnic barbecue, and buckwheat cakes.

If you're looking for a tranquil retreat during the Dragon Boat Festival, Lingying Temple in Sichuan is an excellent choice. Nestled amidst mountains and rivers, Lingying Temple boasts ancient and elegant architecture, with its flying eaves and intricate brackets bearing the marks of time. The temple is enveloped in the soothing aroma of incense, creating an atmosphere of peace and calm. During the Dragon Boat Festival, the surrounding greenery provides ample shade, and the occasional breeze carries the refreshing scent of nature. At the temple, you can offer sincere prayers and immerse yourself in the solemn and harmonious ambiance. Stroll along the stone-paved paths within the temple grounds, admire the beauty of traditional architecture, and listen to the monks chanting sutras, leaving all worries behind. Just outside the temple lies breathtaking natural scenery, with lush mountains and clear waters complementing each other. The fresh and invigorating air adds to the charm. Visiting Lingying Temple during the Dragon Boat Festival allows you to experience the rich Buddhist culture while indulging in the beauty of nature, making it a truly unforgettable journey.

Hey everyone, just got back from a trip to Xichang, and the afterglow is still strong! The wetlands outside Qionghai Hotel are absolutely amazing to explore. I must share my travel guide with you all. 💫 Itinerary Planning 1⃣️ • One-day itinerary: Start your morning at Qionghai Hotel, first head to Bird Island Wetland to catch the sunrise (Bird Island is the perfect spot for sunrise viewing). 🍃 Then take a leisurely stroll through Bird Island Wetland, enjoying the unique themes of each area. For lunch, try local Xichang specialties like Tuotuo meat or drunken shrimp at nearby restaurants. In the afternoon, visit Dream Water Town Wetland for a boat tour along the scenic waterways. 🌄 End your day at Xibo Crane Shadow Wetland, watching the sunset under the banyan trees. 2⃣️ • Two-day itinerary: On the first day, check in at your hotel in the morning (I personally recommend Moon Sea Wetland Hotel, which is close to Qionghai). After settling in, explore Bird Island Wetland and have lunch nearby. 🍃 In the afternoon, visit Moonlight Romance Town to soak in the laid-back local vibe and take a boat ride on Qionghai from the pier. 🌃 Enjoy dinner in the town, trying local BBQ and other delicacies. On the second day, wake up early and head to Dream Water Town Wetland for a refreshing walk along the ecological forest trail. After lunch, make your way to Xibo Crane Shadow Wetland and spend the day there until evening. Before leaving, explore the city center for some local souvenirs. 🥛 Don’t forget to try Liangshan Snow yogurt—it’s delicious and makes for great photos too. Highly recommended!

Xichang Qionghai General's Mansion Night Mooring Junting Hotel | Lakeside Charm, Starlit Nights 🌌 Location & Surroundings – Poetic Lakeside Living 📍 Address: Haibin Middle Road, Xichang City (near Qionghai-Lushan Scenic Area) 🚗 Convenient Transportation: - Approximately 30-minute drive from Xichang Qingshan Airport - 5-minute walk to Qionghai Wetland Park - 10-minute bike ride to Lushan Scenic Area Nearby Cuisine: Firepot BBQ, Drunken Shrimp, Yi Ethnic Flavor Restaurants 🏮 Hotel Highlights – General’s Mansion, Nighttime Elegance A blend of history and culture, this hotel was transformed from a Republic-era general’s mansion, featuring gray-brick walls, carved doorways, and an ambiance steeped in nostalgia. Courtyard aesthetics with traditional Chinese garden layouts, pavilions, winding corridors, and lantern-lit nights transport you back centuries. Lakeside living: Some rooms face Qiong Lake directly, offering morning mist views and nighttime fishing lights. 🌊 Qionghai Scenery – Four Seasons of Beauty, Day and Night 🌅 Morning: Misty lake views with egrets gliding across the water—perfect for a leisurely bike ride around the lake. 🌇 Evening: Sunset paints the lake crimson, with Lushan’s reflection like ink; lakeside boardwalks offer stunning twilight vistas. 🌃 Night: On clear nights, gaze at the plateau’s starry sky, with the moon mirrored on Qiong Lake—serene and boundless. 📸 Must-Visit Nearby Attractions 1. Qionghai Wetland Park (walking distance): Seasonal flower fields and birdwatching, including Siberian seagulls in autumn/winter. 2. Lushan Scenic Area (10-minute drive): Hike for panoramic lake views and explore the ancient Guangfu Temple. 3. Moonlight Town (3 km away): Lakeside cafés and boutique B&Bs, ideal for relaxation. 4. Luojishan Mountain (1.5-hour drive): Glacial lakes and primeval forests, perfect for day hikes. 🍃 Tagline *"Moor by Qiong Lake, sleep by the water. The general’s mansion’s grandeur meets the lakeside’s tenderness."* ✨ Stay Experience Keywords** 【Historic Elegance】【Lakeside Stargazing】【Cultural Immersion】【Slow Travel Life】

When tidal lines retreat to reef roots, they etch silver-scaled tear stains upon the mudflats. We measure the terminator with wings, grinding vows into blood-stained olive branches between beaks, only to plummet weightlessly when monsoons betray. Fate flips its palm between lunar phases—some spend half-lives building crystal castles, shattered to dust by the tide's kiss at dawn's dispersal. Midnight fishing nets, sharply defined by longitude and latitude, fray into starlight scabs under surging currents. In whirlpool depths, we trace destiny's rings with tiptoes, letting quicksilver drips cast palm lines into prophecies. As dandelions rend silk at dusk, each seed replays the ancient omen: the lightest wanderings anchor the heaviest farewells. 🌟 Highlights: I penned my youth in ink, yet the hue ran faint—too pale to script "promising futures" or "unbridled freedom." Thus I journeyed through mountains and seas, staining my brush with maple leaves and ocean brine, writing of time flowing like water. The world holds more than mundane sights; there's poetry and distant horizons...[CoconutTree][CoconutTree] 🏨 Hotel Recommendation: Guomai Fengchao Hotel As Haruki Murakami wrote: *"Truthfully, I wasn’t ready for twenty—it felt like someone pushed me from behind. I thought my twenties would be for mountains, oceans, and sunsets, yet here I am, still finding myself."* Will twenty glow brighter? Yes. I crave sunlight, all things radiant, and joy—even at twenty.

First Online Release⚠️ Xichang's Jacarandas Deliver Apocalyptic-Level Visual Impact 3 Streets, 3 Dimensional-Shattering Experiences Clear Your Phone Storage Before You Go👉🏻 📍3 Interdimensional Portals Hidden by Aliens 1️⃣【Cyber Mothership】Aerospace North Road 💥Ultimate Move: Giant Flower Waterfall Wall + Floating Moon Installation ⏰Time-Limited Zone: Empty Shots Possible 9AM-6PM (Other Times Packed with Crowds) 📸Secret Spot: "Blue Tears" Graffiti Wall Behind Gas Station 2️⃣【Cultivation Dungeon】Jianchang Lane 🎎Time-Travel Outfit: Ming-style Hanfu + Oil-paper Umbrella + Classical Fan 💡Pro Tip: Collect Stamps for Cultural Ticket That Doubles as Photo Prop (+10086 Style Points) 3️⃣【Stargate Tunnel】Chuangye Innovation Road 🚁Aerial Code: Use 70mm Lens for Interstellar Wormhole Effect 💣Noob Alert: Never Use Auto-Focus (Petal Blur Face Warning) 🎬Sci-Fi Photo Tactics ▫️Human-Machine Fusion: Telephoto Lens + Reflector (Petal Rain Effect, No Editing Needed) ▫️Prop Master: Liangshan Snow Yogurt Bottle (Remove Wrapper for Light Filter) ▫️Fashion Awakening: Silver Waist Chain + Gradient Purple Dress (Yi Ethnic Ame Skin Unlocked) ▫️Peak Time: 7:30AM at Aerospace North Road for Crowd-Free Shots (Beat the Guards!) 🚀Interstellar Travel Guide ✔️Chengdu Special Forces Express: C57 Train (6:40AM Direct to Flower Sea) ✔️Local Anti-Crowd Route: Jianchang Lane → Yongquan Street → Sipailou (Avoids 99% Tourists) ✔️Tour Hack: Choose Packages with "Qionghai Blue Tears" Night Tour (Double the Shots) ⚠️5 Local-Only Hacks 1️⃣ Buy Granny's Jacaranda Ice Cream Near Aerospace North Road Restroom (+1 Hidden Skin) 2️⃣ Bring Foldable Stool for Jianchang Lane Low-Angle Shots (Beats 90% Hanfu Enthusiasts) 3️⃣ Use Yi Ethnic Chalua as Reflector (Max Ethnic Style Buff) 4️⃣ Drone Smugglers' Time: Weekdays After 7PM (1-Hour Surveillance Blind Spot) 5️⃣ Navigate to "Wind Chime Alley" for Jacaranda x Bougainvillea Color Combo

A must-visit market in Xichang🥗 🌿 Living in Orange, strolling through Nantan Market | The perfect collision of Xichang fireworks 📍In the early morning, we set off from the Orange Hotel🏨 and plunged into the fireworks of the South Altar✨ Today, I want to take you to a more "wild" place - Nam Tan Market. As one of the largest street markets in Xichang, the early morning at Nantan is always lively like a market that never ends. 🍄[South Forum Must-Buy List] ✅ Wild mushrooms: matsutake mushrooms, chicken joints, beef liver mushrooms, the stall owner will enthusiastically teach you how to distinguish whether "see hand green" is poisonous (these two days the types of mushrooms are still relatively few). ✅ Bee chrysalis: lively jumping bandages, locals say fried is the most fragrant, but I'm shrinking sand hahaha ✅ Purple water chestnut + pumpkin tip: Xichang specialty wild vegetables, cooking soup and stir-fry are fresh to drop eyebrows. ✅ Cool Mountain Snow Yogurt: Available at the entrance of the market, with fire pot barbecue is great (back to the hotel supper just right!). Fruit must-buy list⬇️ Blueberries 🫐: very sweet and big (the point is very cheap, I buy those only ten dollars a catty) Jufeng Grape🍇: Locally produced in Xichang, very sweet, very strong grape flavor. 🏨 Tired of shopping? Orange Hotel waiting for you to come back, carrying the loot back to the hotel, ten minutes drive. 🔹 Qionghai 17 Degree Night Market Strategy: After shopping at the market, go to the next night market at night to grab skewers, perfect closed loop. 📸 Food check-in Tips Hurry early or late: the mushrooms in the south are the freshest in June-September, arrive before 7 o'clock to grab the "head water goods" (now there are wild head water mushrooms, the soup is super fragrant) 🍄

The top class in Xichang's snack industry! The fairy dipped potatoes at the entrance of Junbo School🔥 Help! Discover a treasure shop in Xichang that makes starch lovers crazy - Junbo Ah Hao dipped potatoes! It's a 20-year-old restaurant at the school gate. Locals have been eating it since they were young. It's so fragrant that they can't even walk! ✨ Must-order ace item ✅ Signature dipped potatoes are crispy on the outside and soft on the inside, and a "click" sound is super healing! Dip in secret chili powder, it's so spicy that you'll sweat and still want to sip your fingers! ✅ Fried konjac becomes a god! Served with homemade sauerkraut, a bite is very addictive ✅ Sour and spicy fries are refreshing and refreshing, sweet and sour triple attack, eating three bowls is no problem! ✅ There are also fried fresh mushrooms, popped tofu... you won't be fooled no matter what! ✅ If you can accept to eat fried chicken tail must try haha, fragrant to burst 💰$15 per person to eat to your heart's content! Full of a big bowl full of ingredients, students and workers ecstatic! 📍It's right next to the gas station opposite Junbo Secondary School, remember the one with the longest queue! (List of must-eats for locals) 🏨Accommodation Recommendation⬇️ Xichang Beautiful Mountain Water Hotel, personally think quite good, beautiful environment, clean and hygienic. 📍【Excellent Location】: Located in the downtown business district, super convenient to go anywhere! It is just 12 km from Xichang Qingshan Airport and 3 km from Xichang Railway Station. You can also easily check in Xichang Satellite Launch Center and Xichang Ancient Town.