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

Getting There - one hour speed train from Chengdu Attractions - Salt Museum, lantern park, Fantawild Dinosaur Park Fun for the whole family! Spicy food! A city built in and around mountains and rivers. Quaint yet has everything westerners might crave! I call the dinosaur park “Dinosaur Disneyland” because it had amazing simulation rides and other rides for all ages. Definitely worth the ticket price! #familyfun #historyofchina #themepark

📍Zigong Colored Lantern Park. 1 hour and 30 minutes bullet train away from Chengdu City the capital city of Sichuan Province. We took the train from the East Railway Station in Chengdu and arrive at the Zigong Railway Station. The Lantern Park's entrance fee is 118 rmb per person. There are also food stalls outside and inside the park so there's easy access for food if you get hungry. Zigong City is one of China's historical and cultural cities. It is called the Lantern Town of the South Kingdom. All of these lanterns are made of bamboo, silk, paper, glass bottles, and porcelain. We stayed at Yingxiang International Hotel which is a little bit over 400 rmb a night but there are so many cheaper options to choose from. This is a MUST Visit during the long CNY and Spring Festival holiday. #valentinescape #2023travelwish #tripblazers

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I heard that this is the "world's best French toast" so I went straight to this casual French restaurant 🍽 I've always thought it was a stylish restaurant, but I never imagined it was produced by the same person who produced Ultra Violet 😳 All the dishes looked elegant, and everything that was brought to the tables on either side of us looked delicious, so we were distracted 😂 And the French toast was so delicious that it far exceeded our expectations 🥺💓 I would be so happy if I could eat this every morning 🥺 lol I'm curious about the other dishes, so I'll definitely be back 🥰 I'm so happy to have discovered such a great restaurant ❣️ #halloween2021

Finally it’s hairy crab season. We came to one of the most traditional Shanghainese restaurant in town. The hairy crab here was unbelievably tasty. The beautiful golden roe inside was so creamy and buttery. The flesh was not very juicy but I know that’s not the main part. Other dishes were just average. It’s worth a try if it’s just for the crab and the ambiance. . 🥂Hairy Crab $380 🥂Smoked Egg with Walnut $68/two pieces 🥂Crab Roe and Pork Xiaolongbao $128 🥂Cheng Kong Pork $138 🥂Pork Knuckle in Yellow Wine Sauce $58 🥂Sesame Shrimp Toast $52 🥂Dan Dan Noodles $68 🥂Deep Fried Soufflé Egg White with Red Bean . Overall rating: 7/10 . 📍 Hong Kong Old Restaurant 1/F, Prat Mansions, 26 Prat Avenue, Tsim Sha Tsui #halloween2021

The best lantern festival in China A national intangible cultural heritage A dazzling light show at night This is the Zigong Lantern Festival Zigong is a city close to me. I had heard of it before, but only started to pay attention to it in the past two years. I remember the first time I went there was to visit the Salt Industry History Museum, and the second time was to see the lantern festival, which left a deep impression on me and made me want to go again. This time, I finally got to see this visual feast again during the Lunar New Year holiday. The Zigong Lantern Festival has a long history, dating back to the Tang and Song dynasties when people in the Zigong area had the custom of celebrating the New Year by watching lanterns. By the Ming and Qing dynasties, the Zigong Lantern Festival had further developed into various festivals and became a grand folk festival in the Bashu area. Today, the Zigong Lantern Festival has gone global and become the world's number one lantern festival. After a year, the lantern festival is still as stunning as ever. The various lantern sets are still made with great precision, and the combination of dynamic and static lantern sets is even more beautiful. The snake year lantern set "Qingcheng Shuangshu" is undoubtedly the biggest highlight of this year's lantern festival. The entire scenic area is a huge park. After checking the tickets, you can choose to enter from the west gate, where you will see the "Joyful Gate" lantern set. Further ahead, there are two roads, one on the left leading to the north gate lantern set, and one on the right leading to the main park lantern sets. It is recommended to go right first, then head towards the north gate, which is at a higher elevation and offers a panoramic view of the entire lantern festival park. Overall, the Zigong Lantern Festival lives up to its reputation as the "best lantern festival in the universe" according to netizens, with various large lantern sets that are vivid, bright, and full of festive atmosphere. It is worth mentioning that, after talking to the staff on site, I learned that the exhibits at the Zigong Lantern Festival are not designed randomly. They are created through extensive research and the collaboration of dozens or even hundreds of lantern craftsmen over several days. It can be said that each lantern set at the festival embodies the hard work of the lantern craftsmen. Zigong Lantern Festival Scenic Area Address: Dongyandu Avenue, Yantan District, Zigong City Lighting time: 17:00–10:30

Hey guys, here's a detailed guide for a 4-day tour of Chengdu and Shunan Bamboo Sea! Enjoy the bamboo sea! Save this guide now! / 📅Suggested itinerary: Day 1: Arrive in Chengdu -> Free time A private car will pick you up at the airport or train station and take you to Chengdu. Then, you can explore the city at your own pace. Day 2: Shunan Bamboo Sea -> Wangyou Valley Explore the Shunan Bamboo Sea and enjoy the natural beauty of the bamboo forest. Then, head to Wangyou Valley to enjoy the tranquility of the valley and forget your worries. Day 3: Xingwen Stone Forest -> Lizhuang Tourist Resort Explore the Xingwen Stone Forest and admire the unique karst landform. Then, head to Lizhuang Tourist Resort to enjoy a relaxing vacation. Day 4: Salt Industry History Museum -> Shenhai Well -> Zigong Dinosaur Museum Visit the Salt Industry History Museum to learn about the history of the salt industry. Then, head to Shenhai Well to explore the ancient salt well culture. Finally, visit the Zigong Dinosaur Museum to explore the mysteries of dinosaur fossils. / Travel tips: 🎁Pay attention to the prices of local specialties and compare prices to avoid being ripped off. 🍜Don't miss the bamboo feast in Shunan Bamboo Sea, which is delicious and healthy! 🌧️The weather in the bamboo sea is mild in November, but remember to bring an umbrella in case of rain. 🌿Take precautions against mosquitoes when walking in the bamboo forest. 📷There are so many beautiful views, so don't forget to bring your camera and power bank! / Do you prefer the leisure of Chengdu or the tranquility of Shunan Bamboo Sea? Don't forget to follow me for more hidden gems in Sichuan! 🌿🌸

Hey, everyone! Here's your guide to a two-day trip to Zigong, where you can explore the ancient salt capital, enjoy unforgettable food and attractions – all in one handy guide! Let's dive in~ -------------------- 🏃 Suggested Itinerary: Day 1: Old Salt Works 1957 -> Zigong Chinese Lantern World Start your Zigong adventure at the Old Salt Works 1957 and experience the unique charm of this industrial heritage site. In the evening, head to the Zigong Chinese Lantern World for a dazzling display of lights. Day 2: Zigong Dinosaur Museum -> Sister Jiang Memorial On the second day, delve deeper into Zigong's history. Visit the Dinosaur Museum to uncover the mysteries of ancient creatures, and then journey to the Sister Jiang Memorial to honor revolutionary martyrs and experience the spirit of the Red Revolution. -------------------- Attraction Recommendations: 🦕 Zigong Dinosaur Museum: Travel back to the age of dinosaurs with the help of sound, light, and electricity, and witness the awe-inspiring prehistoric giants! The ultra-realistic scenes will make you feel like you're right there in the action. Don't miss it! 🏮 Zigong Chinese Lantern World: Want to witness the beauty of Chinese lanterns? This is the place to be! Exquisite craftsmanship and thousands of dazzling lanterns create an immersive experience, showcasing the magic of light and offering a visual feast. -------------------- 🎒 Packing List: Essential Items for Your Zigong Trip! 👗 Clothing: - Lightweight jacket or thin down jacket to ward off the cool November breeze. - Comfortable sneakers for exploring Zigong's attractions without getting tired. 🎩 Accessories: - Hat and sunglasses to protect your eyes from the bright autumn sun. - Portable umbrella in case of unexpected showers. 💳 Documents: - ID card and wallet – essential for travel and safety. - Discount cards such as student ID and senior citizen card for discounted entry to attractions. 📱 Electronics: - Mobile phone and charger to capture those memorable moments. - Power bank to ensure your devices stay charged. 🍞 Food: - Snacks and bottled water to keep your energy levels up. - Sample Zigong's local snacks for a culinary delight! 💊 Emergency Items: - Common medications such as cold medicine and band-aids, just in case. - Sunscreen, as autumn UV rays can still be strong. 🎉 Zigong, a city full of charm, awaits your exploration! Remember to bring these essentials to make your trip more enjoyable and hassle-free! -------------------- 🎉 Zigong, a city of salt-cured cuisine and lantern culture, is waiting for you to explore! Don't miss out on the wonders it has to offer. See you in Zigong! 🌟

As a Sichuan native, I thought: Before: What's so special about the lantern festival? After: Wow... It was so worth it. The golden sunrise was truly breathtaking! Unfortunately, my phone couldn't capture even a fraction of its beauty. It was a sight to behold. And the mirage at the center was so dreamy. I didn't want to leave. The Zigong Lantern Festival is set up in a circular shape. If you don't want to retrace your steps, you can follow this route: Enter through the west gate, then go to "Joyful Gate," "Bumper Harvest," "New Year Baby," "Twin Beauties of Qingcheng," "Welcoming the God of Wealth," "Dinosaur Valley," "Golden Sunrise," "Extraordinary Ordinary People," "Monkey King," "Mirage," "Punk Twins," "World's No. 1 Lantern," "Honor of Kings," "Smart Dinosaurs," "Peacock Display," etc. Many of the displays are perfect for taking photos from a distance! Additional tips: √ Try to arrive early, as it takes some time to enter the park. √ The park is large, and it takes about 3 hours to explore. √ Wear comfortable shoes, as you'll be walking for a long time. √ The 31st Zigong International Dinosaur Lantern Festival will be held from January 18 to May 5, and the park will be closed on New Year's Eve. Whether you're a Zigong native or not, the Zigong Intangible Cultural Heritage Lantern Festival is worth a visit.

**Zigong Salt Industry Museum** is located in the center of Zigong City and is a museum with the theme of salt industry culture. The museum has a rich collection, from ancient salt-making tools to modern salt industry technology, comprehensively displaying the development history of Zigong salt industry. Visiting the museum, you can learn about the mining history of Zigong well salt, the evolution of salt-making technology, and the profound impact of the salt industry on the development of Zigong City. **Zigong Xinxin Hotel** is a time-honored hotel in Zigong with a superior location, just a few steps away from Zigong Salt Industry Museum. The hotel is elegantly decorated, fully equipped, and offers attentive service, making it an ideal place to stay when visiting Zigong. The hotel also has a restaurant that serves authentic Zigong salt gang cuisine, allowing you to taste delicious food while experiencing Zigong's unique food culture. **Recommended itinerary:** * Morning: Visit Zigong Salt Industry Museum to learn about salt industry culture. * Noon: Taste salt gang cuisine at Xinxin Hotel. * Afternoon: Visit Zigong Dinosaur Museum or Shenhai Well to experience the unique charm of Zigong. **Tips:** * Zigong Salt Industry Museum is closed on Mondays, please arrange your itinerary reasonably. * Xinxin Hotel can be booked in advance, and rooms are in short supply during holidays. The hotel is 2 km from the museum, a 20-minute walk, and you can also visit Fuxi River on the way. Cross the river and pass through the empty hole to reach the museum. * Zigong salt gang cuisine is famous for its spiciness, and you can choose dishes according to your personal taste. * The Salt Industry Museum is much better than Shenhai Well.

I brought my family here! We had a great time! ✅😌🥳 It was so much fun during the New Year! 💕 As soon as you enter the lantern festival, your kids will be drawn to the cartoon snake lanterns 🐍, and they'll be pulling you to take pictures 📸. Then take them to see the Yingge dance, with the drums beating loudly 🥁, and the neat and powerful dance steps, so they can experience the power of our traditional culture. Then the whole family can join in the basketball competition 🏀, and cheer each other on 💪 to win a small prize 🎁, and have a great time 😄. At night, watch the light show, with the lights and the river blending together like a fairy tale. There's also the iron flower show, with molten iron turning into beautiful fireworks, and your kids will be amazed 😮 I'm telling you! A great place to go for the New Year! Baoding Lantern Festival

🏨【Family Hotel Near Zigong Fantawild】—— Longting Holiday Hotel🦕 📍【Hotel Address】: Zigong City, Da'an District, Dashanpu Town, East Bus Station 🚶‍♂️【Location】: Only 500 meters from Fantawild Dinosaur Kingdom and Dinosaur Museum, within walking distance! Lantern Festival Scenic Area, Shenhai Well, and Jiang Jie Former Residence are all within a 5-minute drive, super convenient~ 🦖【Decor Style】: All rooms in the hotel are dinosaur-themed, and your kids will be attracted by the dinosaur elements as soon as they enter the door, as if they are living in "Jurassic World"! 🎡【Nearby Attractions】: - Fantawild Dinosaur Kingdom: A super large dinosaur theme park, your kids will have so much fun! - Dinosaur Museum: Explore dinosaur fossils and feel the charm of the prehistoric world. - Shenhai Well: Learn about the history of the salt industry and experience the ancient salt-making process. - Jiang Jie Former Residence: Experience red culture and learn through play. - China Lantern World: The lantern festival at night is super dreamy, perfect for the whole family to check in! 🌟【Family Highlights】: - Dinosaur-themed rooms: The rooms are full of dinosaur elements, your kids will love it! - Convenient nearby attractions: You can walk to Fantawild and Dinosaur Museum, saving time and effort. - Superior location: Other attractions are also very close, easy to arrange a day trip~ 💡【Tips】: - It is recommended to book in advance, especially during holidays, the rooms are in high demand! - Families with kids can arrange a day trip to Fantawild + Dinosaur Museum, and then go to the lantern festival at night, a full itinerary without being too tired~ In short, Longting Holiday Hotel is definitely the first choice for families with kids! Dinosaur theme + super convenient location, your kids will be happy, and parents will be worry-free, come and experience it! 🦕✨

Zigong Lantern World 🔍 📅 Open to the public from January 18, 2025, 17:00–23:30 (lights on at 18:00 every day, we recommend entering the park a little earlier, especially during the Lunar New Year, as it is said that there will be a lot of visitors) Adults: RMB 118/ticket, Zigong locals: RMB 98/ticket, Seniors or students: RMB 80/ticket 🕐 Duration: 3–4 hours (it may take longer if you want to explore every place in more detail) This year, there are two entrances: the West Gate and the North Gate. There are more visitors at the North Gate, but it is closer to several popular lantern groups. Transportation: There are five large parking lots at the lantern festival site. You can park in No. 1 or No. 2, and then walk to the site. There are shuttle buses from No. 3 to No. 5. Worth seeing: The most worthwhile lantern group to see this year is "The Two Beauties of Qingcheng," which features the White Snake and Xiaoqing, echoing the theme of the Year of the Snake. It is beautiful both before and after the lights are on. The eyes of the green snake and the white snake can move, and all the flowers on their heads can open and close! There are many lantern groups that fit the theme of the New Year, from "Abundant Harvest" at the entrance, to "New Year Baby" further inside, and "Abundance Year After Year," "Welcoming the God of Wealth," and more. Each lantern group is large and looks amazing up close. "Mirage 🏠" is the most beautiful lantern group in my mind, full of details. You can see many elements that appear in traditional culture, such as the 🐉 Azure Dragon, 🐅 White Tiger, Vermilion Bird, Black Tortoise, Kunpeng, Phoenix, and more. "Abundance Year After Year" is very interesting, with bubbles occasionally spouting from the mouths of the koi. "🦚 Peacock Screen" occupies an entire mountain, can you believe it? The peacock's wings change color, and it looks beautiful from both near and far. "Whimsical Ideas," "Wise Dinosaurs," "Punk Twins," and more are all very childlike, and the "Black Wukong" lantern group is even more interesting, so be sure to check it out!

#getgoing2025 Intricately crafted and brilliantly colored lanterns are a traditional decoration for the Chinese new year. This year, in Zigong, southwest china's Sichuan Province, stunning lantern displays light up the festive atmosphere with joy and harmony. The area of Zigong has a long history in ancient China - with the invention and development of "Percussion Drilling rig" being one of the city's accomplishments. Zigong is famous for its abundant production of well salt and is known as the "Salt Capital". The production of well salt in the Zigong area originated in the Eastern Han Dynasty, was famous in the Tang and Song Dynasties, and flourished in the late Qing Dynasty and early Republic of China. There are essentially two cities - that of the old and the new.

🚗🚗🚗Travel Route Day 1: Chengdu Tianfu International Airport → Zigong Dinosaur Museum → Shenhai Well → Salt Industry History Museum → 31st Zigong International Dinosaur Lantern Festival Day 2: Zen Hotel (Zigong Fantawild Dinosaur Kingdom) → Leshan Giant Buddha → Meishan San Su Ci Museum → Jiyue Z Hotel (Meishan High-speed Railway East Station San Su Wanda Plaza) Day 3: Mount Qingcheng Day 4: Mount Qingcheng Chunshanwai Tangwu Hotel → Dujiangyan China Giant Panda Garden (formerly Panda Paradise) → Guanxian Ancient City → Dujiangyan Scenic Area Day 5: Deyang Guanghan Fengdu Hotel → Sanxingdui Museum → Wenshu Monastery → Liyuan Guild Hall - Sichuan Opera Face Changing Show (Wenshu Monastery) → Kuanzhai Alley Day 6: Chengdu Archaeological Center → Du Fu Thatched Cottage → Sichuan Museum → Wuhou Shrine → Jinli Ancient Street Day 7: Chengdu Taikoo Li Chunxi Lin En International Hotel → Chengdu Museum 🧳Recommended Attractions: Dujiangyan Scenic Area: Sanxingdui Museum: Du Fu Thatched Cottage: Wuhou Shrine: Leshan Giant Buddha 📍Other Tips:

Chengdu high-speed rail 🚄 half an hour, Zigong Lantern Festival 🏮🏮 I'm coming! . Stunning visual effects, like experiencing a virtual game or a dream. Zigong Lantern Festival, you're too low-key! It's my first time here, and I regret coming too late! ✔ Mirage, like traveling through a cloud, a dream of prosperity! ✔ Twin Beauties of Qingcheng, Bai Suzhen and Xiaoqing, so beautiful! Their lively eyes open and close. ✔ Fantastic ideas, lanterns designed based on children's drawings, a fairy tale dream! ✔ Bumper Harvest, 600,000 small glass bottles form the grains, amazing! ✔ Peacock Screen, magnificent! ✔ Ordinary People, Extraordinary, travel back to ancient Han and Tang dramas, interact and take photos with many characters. There are also the terrifying and deep Dinosaur Valley, the virtual world of games, and more, a rich experience, no wonder it's the top choice for a family outing during the New Year! . No backtracking tour route (🌟 only I say it's a must-experience❗❗❗): ⛩️ Enter from the West Gate . Bumper Harvest - turn right, Twin Beauties of Qingcheng - God of Wealth - Punk Twins - 🌟 The First Lantern in the World, watch the performance - Honor of Kings - Blessings and Auspiciousness - Mirage - 🌟 Chasing Light Restaurant, surround the terrace and overlook the full view of the lantern festival - 🌟 Ordinary People, Extraordinary, feel surrounded by NPC Han Dynasty scholars and take photos 📸 - Dinosaur Valley - Fantastic Ideas - Light and Shadow Bazaar - Peacock Screen . ⛩️ Exit from the West Gate (North Gate exit, either backtrack or miss the essence) . Tour time is about three hours, from the lights on at 6:30 to 9:30. It will be difficult to get a taxi when you come out, try walking away from the traffic jam, walk to the north side of the P2 multi-story parking lot and then get a taxi, several platforms got one quickly. . Transportation: Chengdu 🚗 self-drive 2.5 hours High-speed rail 🚄, depart from Tianfu Airport Station or East Passenger Station, 0.5 and 1 hour respectively. Tickets: Regular: 118, 80 (students, seniors 65-69), 98 (Zigong Neijiang residents), Spring Festival (1/29-2/12): 168, 98 (students, seniors 65-69), It is recommended to purchase in advance on the platform. Opening hours: 17:00-22:30, 1/17-5/5. Closed on New Year's Eve. New Year's Day to the seventh day: 16:00-23:30. Transportation: You can take a bus or taxi, there is a large parking lot around the scenic area.

Day 18 of my 101-day trip around Sichuan, Yunnan, and Tibet. Due to my need to maintain my membership status at the end of 2024, I made a detour while traveling to Tibet along the G318 National Highway and headed south from Neijiang to Zigong, the birthplace of salt gang cuisine. . Compared to other parts of Sichuan, Zigong is famous for its food, dinosaurs, and lantern festival, but its hotel industry is not as developed. Among the five major international hotel chains, only Hilton Garden Inn is available. So, I chose this hotel for my first visit to Zigong. . The price of this hotel is quite affordable, usually 10,000 points or less than CNY 300 in the off-season. If you plan to explore this city, this hotel is a good choice with great value for money. . The hotel is a standalone high-rise building. It opened in 2023, so it is very new. It has an underground parking lot. The lobby has a double-height ceiling and a beautiful spiral staircase. It feels like a DoubleTree rather than a Garden Inn, which is a bit over the top. . The hotel is friendly to members. I was upgraded to a suite without having to ask. The deluxe suite is 66 square meters, with a square layout. It is a standard one-bedroom, one-living room, two-bathroom, and one-closet design. The guest bathroom is on the left side of the entrance, and the luggage rack and mini bar are on the right. The living room has a sofa set, a standard desk, and a long shelf for storage. There is also an extra bench to make up for the lack of a luggage rack. The living room has half windows, and the view outside is wide as it is located in the high-tech zone. The 65-inch TV can be used for screen mirroring, which is very comfortable. . The mini bar offers free water and tea bags. I received a cardholder as a welcome gift, but no welcome fruit, which was probably forgotten. However, the suite is a cure-all, and the fruit is just a photo prop that I rarely eat. . Both the main and guest bathrooms have smart toilets, and the Peter Thomas Roth toiletries are very useful. . The bedroom is also well-equipped, with a carpet under the bed, a bench at the end of the bed, and a chaise lounge by the window. The closet connects to the main bathroom. The closet is not large, but it has a luggage rack and a separate dressing table, making good use of the space. . The main bathroom is spacious, with a double sink and a large vanity. It has three towels, a bathtub, a shelf, a bath bag, and bubble bath liquid, which is very thoughtful. . The suite is spacious and bright, with no strange smells. It is very comfortable to stay in, with unbeatable value for money. It is a top choice in Zigong.

📍 Itinerary Overview Zigong Dinosaur Museum 🚩 Sightseeing Route Zigong Colored Lantern Park 🏖️ Must-Visit Attractions Dinosaur Museum 🚇 Transportation by car 📷 Photo Spots Dinosaur Museum and Colored Lantern Park 🍜 Local Cuisine 🏠 Accommodation 1.wanxin zhige hotel 💡 Tips Zigong has a lot of beautiful sights to visit so one day is not enough to see it all. Unfortunately we only had a day to roam around and we did not know that the hotel that we booked was outside zigong so we were not able to explore other spots.🏖️Ambiance/Facilities:#weekender family

This year, I was invited to the Zigong Lantern Festival again. Every year during the Spring Festival, a dreamlike and bustling lantern city suddenly stands in this small city in southern Sichuan. The lantern designs this year are also amazing, with magnificent palaces and grand scenes. Many themes are found in traditional culture and expressed romantically with modern materials and technology. The lanterns are dazzling but not confusing, and the giant objects are delightful, as if the heavenly court is celebrating the New Year, with an advanced color scheme belonging to Chinese tradition. But you should know that the pavilions, mythical beasts, figures, and exotic flowers and plants in the pictures are all lanterns, strictly speaking, lanterns. It is now very convenient to go to Zigong, as it only takes 40 minutes to take the high-speed train from Tianfu Airport. I think everyone can come and see it when they have time, as it is the highest level of lantern technology in the world. 🔖Tickets (recommended to book online in advance) January 29–February 8, 2024: Adult ticket CNY 118 each, citizen ticket CNY 98 each, student/senior ticket CNY 80 each February 10–February 24 (the first to fifteenth day of the first lunar month): Adult ticket CNY 168 each, student/senior ticket CNY 98 each February 25 to the end of the lantern festival: Adult ticket CNY 118 each, citizen ticket CNY 98 each, student/senior ticket CNY 80 each (end date to be determined)

Sichuan Zigong is perfect for a family trip! Every year, the Zigong Lantern Festival is a must-see for our family. I have summarized a 2-day Zigong charter tour guide, so save it now! ⭐️Itinerary: Day 1: Departure - Zigong Dinosaur Museum - Zigong Lantern World Day 2: Zigong Fantawild - Return For this trip to Zigong, we chose the 🐬charter tour, which was really worry-free! From itinerary planning to scenic spot explanation, the driver was very considerate and professional, explaining to us along the way. Youyou learned a lot about Zigong's history, culture, and intangible cultural heritage, and her knowledge increased rapidly. The route can also be flexibly adjusted according to our needs, which is perfect for families with children. ⭐️Zigong Dinosaur Museum: Tickets are 40 for adults and free for children. In the old museum, you can see various dinosaur sites, fossil skeletons, and impressive site scenes. The new museum combines high-tech animation to demonstrate knowledge about dinosaurs, which is very suitable for older children. You can finish the tour in about 2 hours. ⭐️China Lantern World: Parking in Parking Lot 2 is the closest to the entrance. After entering the park with your ID card, tour counterclockwise, and you can see the impressive drone show at 7:30. The lantern festival is so impressive that it is definitely worth the trip! ⭐️Zigong Fantawild Dinosaur Kingdom You can experience the dinosaur world, which is a favorite for children. Don't miss the very meaningful performance theater "Fly to the Blue Sky", and the stage effects of the magic ball light and shadow are really beautiful, and Youyou watched it very carefully. There are also various amusement facilities in the park suitable for children under 1m. This Lunar New Year, take your children to Zigong and choose the 🐬charter tour. It is really easy to take your children on a trip. The driver and guide are very familiar with the local routes and activities, which saves us a lot of trouble and allows us to fully enjoy the fun intangible cultural heritage tour.

The Zigong International Dinosaur Lantern Festival opened on January 17. This is the 31st lantern festival. This year's lantern festival is themed "Lanterns Celebrate China, A Myriad of Wonders" and features seven themed areas, 12 extra-large lantern displays, 7 large lantern displays, and over 200 medium and small lantern displays, making it the largest lantern festival to date. 1⃣️Intangible cultural heritage: The lantern festival incorporates intangible cultural heritage such as porcelain, Sichuan opera, colorful lanterns, blow molding, and paper cutting. 2⃣️Technology: Cutting-edge technology such as artificial intelligence is used to create AI mechanical dinosaur lanterns and the "Dinosaur Valley" scenic area. 3⃣️Park activities: 600 drones perform every night. After the Spring Festival, there will be special themed performances every weekend and on important holidays. 4⃣️Food: The lantern festival features famous intangible cultural heritage and specialty food brands from all over the country, with nearly 100 specialty restaurants on site, allowing visitors to experience "Sichuan food, Zigong flavor." 5⃣️Lighting time: January 17–28 Ticket prices: During the first to fifteenth days of the first lunar month, adult tickets are CNY 168 each, and senior and student tickets are CNY 98 each. From January 18–27, February 13, and after, adult tickets are CNY 118 each, and senior and student tickets are CNY 80 each.

The 2025 Zigong Lantern Festival is finally open! Drive 2.5 hours from Chengdu to Zigong to see the lanterns. ✅First stop: 🛎️Store: Qiu Jin Stir-fry · 30 Years of Salt Gang Jianghu Cuisine (Zigong Branch) 📍Address: Room 204, 2nd Floor, Pingqiao Xijie, Gongcao Road Authentic Zigong stir-fry cuisine, a 30-year-old restaurant in Chengdu, freshly made to order, no pre-made dishes, stir-fried and served immediately, full of flavor. 🟡Recommended: Spicy Rabbit Stomach, Spicy Beef Tripe, Spicy Rabbit, Fresh Rabbit, Spicy Chicken Wings, Ginger Frog, Fish Balls... ✅Second stop: 🛎️Store: Yanwei Qiu Jin · Zigong Cold Food (Zigong Branch) 📍Address: No. 666, Dangui Street Specializing in Zigong snacks, perfect for home and travel, now offering New Year gift boxes, customizable, great as New Year gifts or souvenirs. 🟡Recommended: Spicy Beef, Spicy Chicken, Cold Rabbit, Cold Tofu, Dry Chicken Wings, Fish Skin Peanuts, Spicy Chicken Cubes, Spicy Triangular Bones... ✅Third stop: 🏮 Zigong · Chinese Lantern World 📍 Sichuan Province, Zigong City, Da'an District, 50 meters north of Dongyandu Avenue, Chinese Lantern World Industrial Cultural Park Phase I 🟡Recommended to enter from the west gate, visit in the following order: Joyful Gate - Bountiful Harvest - New Year Dolls - Twin Beauties of Qingcheng - Welcoming the God of Wealth - Steampunk - The First Lantern in the World - Honor of Kings - Mirage - Abundance Year After Year - Extraordinary People - Wise Dinosaurs - Peacock Screen . Arrive early to queue, it's very crowded during the Spring Festival. The west gate is the most convenient, but also the most crowded. Keep an eye on children, it's easy to get separated in the crowd. 🎠Opening hours: Officially open on January 18, 2025 / 17:00-23:30 (lights on at 18:00) 🎫Tickets: January 18, 2025 - January 27, 2024 Adult ticket: 118 yuan/ticket January 29 to February 12 (the first to fifteenth day of the lunar new year) Adult ticket: 168 yuan/ticket 🚘Self-driving: 🧭Navigate to "Chinese Lantern World Parking Lot" There are 5 large parking lots nearby. P1P2 parking lots require walking, 3rd and 5th parking lots have shuttle buses to the distribution center. 🚌Public bus routes: Public Lantern Viewing Tourist Line (Line 6, 8, 10)

It’s coming❗️It’s coming❗️Zigong Lantern Festival🎏It’s coming‼ ️ This year it was amazing, there were so many people when the early bird tickets went on sale that it was hard to walk. Really~really~really so so so so beautiful🥳 As a native of Zigong who has watched the Lantern Festival dozens of times, I kept saying "Wow wow wow wow..."🤩after entering the park. The most popular lighting set this year is undoubtedly "White Snake and Green Snake". After watching it live, it did not disappoint❗️Except for Xiaoqing's slightly baby fat, Baishe can be said to be 360° beautiful without dead ends🥰exquisite and gorgeous. Apart from the "Twin Beauties of Qingcheng", I feel that this year's lighting set is more exquisite than in previous years. And basically every light group can move, the design is really wonderful🥳 There are also several large light sets that are particularly interesting, don’t miss them‼ ️ 1️⃣Enter from the West Gate: Good harvest and happy New Year 2️⃣Go right: Qingcheng Twins, Welcoming the God of Wealth (Green Snake and White Snake are here, and it is also the place with the most people) 3️⃣ Dinosaur Canyon, Golden Mountain in the Sun, and Mirage: All are suitable for viewing from a distance, and the best view is from the other side of the lake 4️⃣Punk Twins, King of Glory: Cyberpunk style is full~ 5️⃣The Monkey King: 🐒It feels like "Transformers" 6️⃣Peacock Screen: The best viewing location is at the entrance of the cafe on the top of the mountain on the other side of the lake 📣Personal suggestion: Enter from the West Gate and exit from the West Gate. This will form a complete closed loop. If you exit from the North Gate, you will miss a part. Having said so much, but seeing is believing👀 You must go to the Zigong Lantern Festival to watch it in person to truly experience its charm. As a native of Zigong, I have watched it almost every year since I was a child, and it really brings surprises every year 🎉 and innovations every year. Every year when I look at it, I think this year is the peak, but the new year brings many new ideas and surprises. 📆Opening & lighting time: ❶1.18 - 1.27 ⇨17:00 - 22:30 (lights on at 18:30) ❷The first day of the Lunar New Year to the seventh day of the Lunar New Year⇨16:00 - 23:30 (lights turn on at 18:00) ❸8th to 15th day of the Lunar New Year ⇨ 16:00 - 23:00 (lights turn on at 18:00) 🎫Tickets: ❶1.18 - 1.27⇨Adult ticket 118, Citizen ticket 98, Student ticket/Senior ticket 80 ❷New Year's Day ~ New Year's Day ⇨Adult ticket 168, student ticket/senior ticket 98 ❸During this Lantern Festival: Free Travel Card 368/card

🕗8:30-10:30 World of Chinese Lanterns First stop, the World of Chinese Lanterns. Experience the charm of lights and art combined, as if you are in a dreamlike sea of colorful lanterns, beautiful beyond words. 🕙10:30-12:30 Lantern Park Next, head to Lantern Park. Here, the greenery is lush, and the colorful lanterns are dotted around, making it a great place for a leisurely stroll, enjoying the harmony of nature and art. 🕛12:30-14:00 Longfengshan Park In the afternoon, head to Longfengshan Park, climb to the top, and overlook the beautiful scenery of Zigong, feeling the grandeur of the mountains and the tranquility of nature. 🕒14:00-16:00 China Lantern Museum Next, head to the China Lantern Museum, which is full of rich lantern history and culture, allowing you to gain an in-depth understanding of the craftsmanship and heritage of lantern making. 🕕16:00-17:00 Food time Finally, leave time to taste authentic Zigong cuisine, such as the spicy and delicious Zigong Salt Gang cuisine, leaving your taste buds with unforgettable memories. Travel tips🌟 1. Plan your itinerary in advance to ensure you have enough time. 2. Wear comfortable shoes for easy walking. 3. Bring water and snacks with you in case you need them. 4. Keep quiet in the museum and respect the cultural heritage.

#chinatraveltips The 31st Zigong International Dinosaur Lantern Festival is ready to dazzle visitors on Jan 17 in Zigong, southwest China's Sichuan. This iconic event will showcase its largest-ever display, featuring over 200 high-tech lantern sets inspired by intangible cultural heritages. 17th January 2025-The 31st International Dinosaur Lantern Festival in Zigong opened grandly recently. This lantern festival is themed "Lights Celebrate China, Thousands of Weather", showing the richness and diversity of the Chinese land. This lantern festival will lead tourists to appreciate the profoundness of Chinese culture and the wonderful natural landscape through 12 groups of super-large lanterns, 7 groups of large lanterns and more than 200 groups of small and medium-sized lanterns.

3-Day Tour of Zigong, Leshan, and Nanchong: Enjoy the food and the scenery! This detailed guide will help you explore the three cities without wasting time. Save it now! -------------------- Must-visit attractions: - 🏮 Zigong China Lantern World: The city of lanterns is waiting for you to explore! The exquisite craftsmanship and thousands of lanterns will make you feel like you are in a dream world. Enjoy an immersive tour and experience the charm of light and shadow! - 🏞️ Suji Ancient Town: Travel back in time and experience the ancient charm. Located on the bank of the Qingyi River, this is the hometown of Qiaojiao beef, and the ancient town is full of stories waiting for you to discover. -------------------- Tips: 🛫 Zigong Airport is conveniently located, and buses and taxis are good options. 🎉 Leshan has a rich culture and customs, so be sure to experience the local culture and customs! 🎁 Nanchong has a wide variety of specialties, such as beef and rice noodles, which are affordable. Shop till you drop! 📸 Don't forget to take photos in front of the beautiful scenery to capture the moment! 💡 Pay attention to the weather and local holidays, and plan your itinerary accordingly. -------------------- The food in Zigong, the mountains and rivers in Leshan, and the history in Nanchong are all waiting for you to explore. Don't forget to like and save this post, and start your trip to southern Sichuan!

Zigong North Railway Station, formerly known as Zigong Station, was built in 1958 and was once the main station for Zigong residents to take trains. It witnessed Zigong's journey from tradition to modernization and carries the memories and nostalgia of countless Zigong people. With the opening of the high-speed railway in 2021, Zigong officially entered the high-speed railway era, and Zigong Station was renamed Zigong North Station, with its function gradually shifting to freight transportation. Today, only train 5635/5636 from Neijiang to Zhaotong stops at Zigong North Station every day, but freight trains are frequent, continuing to contribute to Zigong's economic development. Although this old station is no longer as busy as it used to be, the stories of departure and return are forever engraved in the memories of Zigong people.

The "Can't Make Latte Art" coffee shop is very honest. The barista can't make latte art, but the taste is good. Whether it's cake or coffee, it's delicious and affordable, so it attracts people to check in. A real community coffee shop, located in the old town of Santaisi, on the ground floor of an old building, not very big. Simple and plain decoration, you can come and go as you please, it's so friendly. Chatting with the owner, I heard his love story. It turns out that he came to this small city in southern Sichuan to follow his lover. Earlier, they were doing mobile coffee, driving wherever they wanted to go. Now, his wife wants to go home, so they returned to Zigong together. They rented a storefront next to their home and continued their coffee career, only now it has changed from mobile to fixed. Opposite the coffee shop is a cake shop, which sells both coffee and cakes. The rent is low, so the price is cheap, and the cost performance is really high. The owner said that it is no problem to support a family.

Explore the secrets of Dinosaur Kingdom with your little one 🏞️ On the weekend, I took my little one and my mom to Zigong for an unforgettable family trip. We stayed at the Zigong Minyoun Royal Hotel (Fantawild Dinosaur Kingdom), not only because it's close to the Zigong Dinosaur Museum, but also because of its fun themed rooms that make kids feel like they're in a fairy tale. As soon as we entered the room, my little one was so excited that she couldn't wait to explore her "new territory." 👩‍👧‍👦 Fairy tale themed rooms, a happy place for kids 🏰 The hotel's family-themed rooms are really eye-catching! As soon as you enter, you're greeted by warm and dreamy decor, with cartoon patterns on the walls and beds designed like little tents, as if inviting kids to an indoor camping trip. My little one was immediately drawn to the bed, happily rolling around on it, and even her nap time was extra sweet. 💖 A food paradise for the whole family 🍽️ The hotel's all-day dining restaurant, "Eat & Drink Station," offers a wide variety of buffet options, from authentic Zigong cuisine to international delicacies. Breakfast is especially diverse, with everything from hot porridge to crispy bread and freshly squeezed juice, satisfying the taste buds of the whole family. My wife and I could enjoy the food while watching our little one happily try different dishes, a happiness that's hard to describe. 😋 A convenient location 📍 The hotel is conveniently located, making it easy to visit the Zigong Dinosaur Museum and other nearby attractions. It's only a 20-minute drive from the high-speed rail station, and those driving can easily find parking. Every time we returned to our comfortable room, we could feel the warm service of the hotel staff, making us feel at home. 🚗 A perfect choice for family entertainment 🎉 In addition to comfortable accommodations, the hotel offers a variety of entertainment facilities, such as a children's play area and a reading corner, allowing kids to learn while having fun. The hotel's Creative Station meeting room is also perfect for family gatherings or small events. We even held a small family gathering there and had a warm and enjoyable evening. 🎉 This family trip left us with wonderful memories. If you're planning a family trip, consider the Zigong Minyoun Royal Hotel (Fantawild Dinosaur Kingdom). It will surprise you! 🌟