MAN SHI XIA BING

Before going to Fenghuang Ancient Town, I read the guide and found that Manshi Shrimp Cake was recommended by many people, so I went there to try it. The storefront is relatively small, and the sign is very old. The words are not clear, and it is easy to miss it if you are not careful. When I arrived at the store, a customer in front asked: Can't you sell me this ready-made one? The boss replied: This one has been around for a long time and is not delicious. Thumbs up to the boss. The shrimp cake is made of small river shrimp wrapped in flour paste and fried, which is quite fragrant.

Hi! Just got back from Fenghuang Ancient Town, here's my recommendation! This hidden gem, hailed by New Zealand writer Rewi Alley as "China's most beautiful small town," truly made my dream of "mist and rain drifting south of the Yangtze River, mountains and rivers as stained with ink" come true! 🍃 --- 🚄 Getting There ✔️ High-speed rail directly to Fenghuang Ancient Town Station! After exiting the station, transfer to a shuttle bus (7 yuan/person) for a 20-minute ride to the ancient town. ✔️ Alternatively, take the bus to Huaihua South or Tongren Station, then transfer to a bus or shared carpool (approximately 1 hour). ❌ Walking is the only option within the ancient town, so remember to wear comfortable shoes! --- 🏮 Must-Do Experiences 1️⃣ Tuojiang River Rafting (💰45 yuan) Be sure to go in the evening! As the rowboat crosses Rainbow Bridge, the stilt houses on both sides light up. It's like a real-life version of "Spirited Away" 🌉 2️⃣ Snow Bridge Camera (Free) Same angle as in "Big Fish and Begonia"! Standing on the bridge, you can capture the Tuojiang River and the S-curved stilt houses. The morning mist is breathtakingly beautiful. 3️⃣ Hongqiao Fengyu Tower The second-floor observation deck is perfect for panoramic views 📸. Grab a cup of "bamboo milk tea" and enjoy the river view – the atmosphere is captivating. 4️⃣ Rock Jumping A super fun way to cross the river! We recommend going before 9 AM to avoid the crowds and easily capture stunning ethnic-themed photos. 5️⃣ Nanhuamen City Wall The perfect spot for panoramic views of the ancient city. At sunset, golden light bathes the rooftops, making it so relaxing you won't want to leave the mountain. --- 🍜 Food Hot and Small List ✅ Must-Try: Blood-Cake Duck, Xiangxi Rice Noodles, Fried Small Fish and Shrimp, Shefan ✅ Snacks: Cuicui Miao Cake (glutinous rice cake wrapped in sauerkraut), Manshi Shrimp Cake (freshly fried, super fresh) ✅ Souvenirs: Ginger Candy, Wooden Hammer Pastry, Miao Silver Jewelry (remember to bargain!) ❌ Don'ts: The barbecue at the riverside bar street is expensive and unpalatable! --- 🏡 Accommodation Tips ▪️ Looking for value: Choose a B&B outside the ancient city for a quiet and affordable price. ▪️ Looking for a nostalgic stay: Stay in a stilt house on the Tuojiang River for breathtaking views (though soundproofing may be a bit lacking). ▪️ I stayed at the Fenghuang Qingcheng B&B, where the terrace offers views of the morning mist, and the housekeeper even gave me a hand-drawn map. --- 💡 My Experiences ① The main entrance fee to the ancient city has been cancelled! However, you need to purchase tickets separately for smaller attractions. ② Be sure to bargain for Miao clothing rentals! 30-50 yuan/hour, including makeup, is a reasonable price. ③ 6-8 a.m. is the least crowded! Enjoy the empty city to yourself for photos! ④ Avoid touts; they're easy to rip off. ⑤ Rainy days are even more picturesque! Prepare a transparent umbrella as a photo prop. --- "Waiting for a city of misty rain, just for you. Sharing a lifetime of love, just with you." The ancient charm and romance of Phoenix are worth a special trip. 💕 👉Click on the favorites to unlock more hidden gems! #PhoenixAncientCity #ShenCongwenBorderCity #HunanTravel #EthnicStylePhoto #XiangxiTravel

What are you eating in Fenghuang Ancient Town? Here are 8 must-try restaurants! 💯 1️⃣ Xiong Xiaobao Fresh-Cut Roasted Beef 📍Address: Inside Fenghuang Ancient Town ✨Recommendation: Local Yellow Beef + Basil Leaf-Wrapped Pork Low-temperature, slow-roasted technique ensures tender and juicy meat! 👌A favorite for both adults and children~ 2️⃣ Teng Mazi Local Cuisine 📍Address: 500 meters from the scenic area entrance 💫Signature: Home-style Hunan Cuisine Perfectly spicy and incredibly satisfying! A local's private dining room with a bright and spacious atmosphere! ✨ 3️⃣ Gazi Restaurant 📍Address: Next to Hongqiao Bridge 🔥Must-Tries: Stone Pot Fish + Blood Duck + Millet Wine Each dish is generously portioned and pairs perfectly with their signature rice wine! 😋 4️⃣ Ma Ge Food Stall 📍Address: Inside Fenghuang Ancient Town 🌟Specialty: Freshly cut and grilled late-night snacks Garlic eggplant, beef skewers, homegrown young chives...a hearty, home-cooked vibe! 🌙A must-try for late-night snack lovers! 5️⃣ Su Ji Fresh-Cut Beef Noodles 📍Address: Inside the Old Town 🥢Recommendation: Clear Beef Noodles in Broth + Sweet and Sour Fried Egg The owner is incredibly friendly and will even share tips on the sights! The pickled pepper side dish on the table is incredible! 🌶️ 6️⃣ Guang Lao Dry Steamed Spare Ribs 📍Address: Inside the Old Town Shopping District 🍲Must-Try: Dry Steamed Spare Ribs + Qingyuan Chicken Light and delicious, for those who crave spicy food, check this out! Get the flavors of Guangdong cuisine✅ 7️⃣ Full Food Shrimp Cakes 📍Address: Fenghuang Ancient Town Snack Street 🦐Specialty: Freshly fried shrimp pancakes Super thin batter, top-notch cooking! One of the top three must-buy snacks! 🏆 8️⃣ Grain Shop 📍Address: Left of Hongqiao Entrance 🌽Must-buy: Corn Cakes 3 for 10 yuan! Freshly ground and incredibly fragrant, the stall grinding corn on a stone mill is so charming! 📝Foodie Tips: - It's so good that you'll always have to queue! Try it during off-peak hours. - Blood-soaked duck and stone-pot fish are must-try Fenghuang specialties. - Remember to pair them with local rice wine for a more intense flavor! 🍶 #FenghuangAncientTown #HunanFood #Must-EatTravel #AncientTownExplore #TasteofXiangxi

🍂 Trip Highlights ✔️ Tuojiang River Morning Mist: Enjoy the deserted rock jumping and the reflections of the stilt houses from 6-7 AM in the privacy of your own home. ✔️ Secret Miao Village: Explore Dehang Miao Village or Shanjiang Miao Village for the Autumn Festival (end of September). ✔️ Sleepless Night in the Ancient City: Tuojiang River Rafting and Wanming Pagoda Light Show. ✔️ A Taste of Western Hunan: Blood-soaked Duck, Sour Soup Fish, and Rice Tofu. 🗺️ Recommended Itinerary (3-Day, 2-Night Highlights) Day 1: Slow Time in the Ancient City. Morning: 🚄 Changsha South → Huaihua South (1.5-hour high-speed rail ride) → Shared car ride to Fenghuang (60 yuan/person, 1 hour). 🏨 Stay in a stilt house B&B by the Tuojiang River (recommended: the river view room at Shadow Cafe). Afternoon: 🚶 Ancient City Walking Route: Hongqiao → Dongzheng Street (Tie-Dye Experience) → Shen Congwen's Former Residence → Rock Jumping (Backlit Sunset Photography) Evening: 🛶 Tuojiang River Night Cruise (80 RMB/person): Boat transfers before 7:30 PM to avoid tour groups Best photo spot: Wanming Pagoda and stilt houses Day 2: In-Depth Miao Village Tour (Choose One) Option A: Dehang Miao Village 🚐 Round-trip chartered car tour, 150 RMB/person (1.5-hour ride) 🌾 Experiences: Watch the Miao drum dance during the "Autumn Festival" at the end of September Hike to Liusha Waterfall (China's tallest waterfall) Option B: Shanjiang Miao Village 🚌 Direct access from the Ancient City North Gate Bus Station (25 RMB/person) 🏮 Activities: Dress in Miao clothing and make batik (50 RMB/set) Enjoy a long table banquet and drink Lanmen wine Day 3: Morning Mist Photography + Return Trip 6:00 AM Photographing the Tuojiang River Morning Mist: 📸 Location: Beimen Wharf for morning mist shots of Tiaoyan Rock, and Nanhua Bridge for panoramic views from above 9:00: Xiong Xiling's Former Residence → Chen Dounan's Residence (Republican General's Mansion) Afternoon: ☕ Relax at a café in the ancient city ("Su Coffee" has a fantastic second-floor view) 🚗 Share a car to Huaihua High-Speed ​​Railway Station 🏨 Accommodation Guide Location Recommended B&Bs Autumn Specials Recommended Prices Mid-Channel Tuojiang River Jiuye Banshan B&B Rooftop Terrace for Morning Mist Photos (Crowd-Free) 400 RMB Near Hongqiao Molan Art Hostel Smart Toilet + Free Miao Clothes Rental 300 RMB Escape Qingxi Zen Temple Minimalist Zen Style, just outside the ancient city 500 RMB 💡 Saving Tip: Weekday room rates drop 50%, and triple during National Day! 📸 Photography Tips Morning Fog: Use an ND filter for long exposures of the fog-shrouded Tuojiang River Drone shots require advance registration (there are many no-fly zones in the ancient city) Cultural Lenses: Photograph a Miao grandmother carrying a bamboo basket from the East Gate Tower Photograph fishing boats and cormorants in Shawan Scenic Area ⚠️ Avoiding Scams Fraud Alert: Refuse offers of "free photos" followed by high-priced photos Be cautious when purchasing Miao silverware (look for the "999" stamp) Attire Recommendations: A light jacket in September and a sweater in October (cold and damp by the river) Bring non-slip shoes (the moss at the jumping rocks can be slippery) 🍜 Must-Eat List Blood Duck: Junzi Restaurant (Biaoying Street, Tuojiang Town) Sour Soup Fish: Zui Xiangxi (Hongqiao Middle Road Branch) Snacks: Cuicui Miao Cake (mobile stall inside the ancient city) Manshi Shrimp Cake (freshly caught and fried shrimp) 💰 Budget Guide (Per Person) Activities Economic Experience Transportation 300 RMB (High-Speed ​​Rail + Shared Car) 500 RMB (Chartered Car) Accommodation 300 RMB (2 Nights) 800 RMB Food 200 RMB 500 RMB Experiences 200 RMB (Rafting) 600 RMB (Miao Village) Total 1000 RMB 2400 RMB "As Jumping Rock looms in the morning mist, this place, once called 'China's Most Beautiful Town' by New Zealand writer Rewi Alley, finally reveals its most poetic beauty." #HunanTravel #FenghuangAncientCity

Thirteen years of experience making shrimp cakes 🫓. I think I should call her "Old Lady." When I arrived, I saw her busy at work. Doing one thing for so many years is truly remarkable. 👍 📍 Located in Fenghuang Ancient Town, Jinping Road This was my first time eating shrimp cakes outside the city, by the sea. The fried shrimp cakes were crispy and delicious, not greasy at all. The freshly fried, lively little shrimp 🦐 made them a perfect snack. 🿼 Eating while enjoying the river view, it felt like time slowed down. It was so relaxing. 😌 #FoodFestival #TrueDeliciousSnacks #LocalFood #MyMidnightFood #LocalSpecialSnacks