华光驿站私房菜

A local restaurant with very good business. It is always full of people during meal time. The environment is good and clean. The service is also quite good. The taste is good. We all think it is delicious. It is suitable for a group of friends to dine together. Great place!

It is said to be an old shop, the taste is good, it is worth recommending.

I chose this store based on the high ratings online, but the actual situation was significantly below expectations. The environment is average, the floor is slippery, the food is served quickly and the portions are large, but the taste is average. I ordered the recommended teppanyaki beef tenderloin, but what came up was a plate of fried beef slices with onions. I asked the waiter, "Is this beef tenderloin?" The answer is beef tenderloin. Now that you're here, just eat what you can! But the beef was not cooked well and was hard to swallow, so I had to order stir-fried pork with green peppers, which looked good but was oily and tasteless. I also ordered a dry pot cauliflower which was also very homely. It is recommended to continue to improve the cooking level to gain sincere praise from customers.

The sound of rain is the first ray of morning light awakening Langzhong. Holding umbrellas, we walked into the alleys where the bluestone pavement reflected the sunlight, raindrops falling from the umbrellas forming a curtain. The steaming white mist from the snack bar, wrapped in the aroma of oil, wafted towards us. Dough sticks tumbled in the wok, forming golden blossoms, and the sanzi sprinkled on top of the oil tea resembled golden threads on a gray silk surface. Someone gently blew on the shell of a tea egg, revealing the ochre-brown texture within the cracks, a miniature of the bricks of the ancient city wall. The plaque of Zhuangyuanfang seemed particularly tranquil in the rain, and we took photos there. Passing through the gate, someone said it felt like crossing a threshold in time. The eaves on both sides of Wumiao Street dripped with continuous streams of rain, washing the black tiles to a gleam. Zhongtian Tower stood in the center of this winding alley, its three-story eaves like an unfolding history book—built in the Tang Dynasty, destroyed by the wars of the late Ming Dynasty, and then reborn like a phoenix during the reign of Emperor Kangxi. We stroked the mortise-and-tenon joints of the column bases, the wood grain bearing the test of three hundred years of wind and rain. Ascending the staircase, the wooden steps creaked softly, echoing the footsteps of past visitors. Gazing from the balcony, the ancient city stretched out in the mist, the Jialing River a flowing indigo ribbon, the distant green mountains shrouded in clouds and fog, like a long, wet ink painting. The stone lions at the Zhang Huanhou Shrine were glossy black from the rain. We walked slowly within the shrine, listening to the rustling of the iron horses on the eaves in the wind. The banyan tree, reputedly planted by Zhang Fei, has its roots entwined with the earth, an immortal sculpture. The stone tablet in front of the tomb reads, "Tomb of Han General Fei," and I suddenly remembered the line from the "Records of the Three Kingdoms": "Yu treated his soldiers well, but was arrogant toward the literati; Fei respected the gentlemen, but showed no concern for the petty." This general, who served in Baxi County for seven years, finally rests in peace on the land he once protected. Ming Dynasty inscriptions within the temple bear witness to the traces of successive renovations, their flaking inscriptions like the kisses of time. The afternoon rain gradually subsided, and the eaves and corners of Huaguang Tower stirred up a light mist. As we ascended the tower, a ray of light leaked through a gap in the clouds, instantly shattering the Jialing River into a thousand silver scales. Jinping Mountain, nestled in the center of the river, reflected in the water like a freshly painted landscape painting. The Feng Shui Museum, originally a quaint courtyard, housed a celestial sphere, a celestial globe silently rotating within the hall, and a twenty-four-way compass gleaming with wisdom within its glass case. We pored over photocopies of ancient feng shui texts, listening to the guide explain the mysteries of Langzhong, where "river light embraces the city walls on three sides, and mountains envelop it in misty clouds on all four sides." This city was a masterpiece of astronomy and geography. At dinner, the sweet and sour flavor of Baoning vinegar fish melted on our tongues. Among the three unique Langyuan broths, Zhang Fei beef, steamed buns with white sugar, and Baoning vinegar complemented each other so well. Everyone raised their chopsticks and chuckled, saying the taste would be etched in their memories. As we strolled along Dadong Street, the streetlights lit up a warm orange. The aroma of herbs rose from the wooden tub of vinegar foot bath. As the hot water reached my ankles, the day's fatigue melted away into the night, along with the aroma. Back at the B&B's observation deck, fragrant local tea steamed from a small purple clay teapot. Someone peeled a tangerine, its crescent-shaped petals stacked like a small flower on a porcelain plate. We gazed at the twinkling lights of the ancient city and reminisced about the "south of Langzhou City is rare in the world" we'd read in our youthful textbooks, and the wonder of actually setting foot on this land. Amidst the fragrant tea, someone whispered, "Some places are destined to only be understood at this age, their youthful wrinkles concealed within them."

📍 Why visit Langzhong? ✅ One of China's four great ancient cities, with 2,300 years of history, it's less crowded than Lijiang and more lively than Pingyao! ✅ Three Kingdoms culture, Feng Shui-inspired ancient towns, and night views of the Jialing River—all perfect for photography, food, and cultural experiences! ✅ Directly accessible by high-speed rail from Chengdu in just 2 hours, perfect for a weekend getaway! ✅ Itinerary (2-Day, 1-Night Highlights) Day 1: Journey Through the Three Kingdoms and Explore the Ancient City Morning - 9:00 High-Speed ​​Rail Arrives in Langzhong, Heading Directly to the Ancient City (10-Minute Taxi) - 9:30 Zhang Fei Temple (Must-See! Touch the Bronze Statue of Zhang Fei for Good Luck) - 10:30 Gongyuan (Experience the Imperial Examination and Take Photos in Hanfu for Extraordinary Photos) Lunch - 12:00 Enjoy the Three Specialties of Langyuan (Zhang Fei Beef + Steamed Buns with White Sugar + Baoning Vinegar, Recommended: "Li's Kitchen") Afternoon - 14:00 Climb to the Top of Huaguang Tower (Excellent View of the Jialing River Surrounding the Ancient City) - 15:00 Feng Shui Museum (Play with the Interactive Installations and Test Your Feng Shui Fortune) - 16:30 Explore the Ancient Streets (Zhongtian Tower, Zhuangyuanfang, Vinegar Foot Bath) Evening - 7:00 PM Jialing River Night Cruise (The illuminated Huaguang Tower is breathtaking!) - 8:30 PM Vinegar Drinks at a Vinegar Bar (recommended: "Vinegar Factory Story" for a sweet and sour refreshing experience) Day 2: Hidden Gems of Nature and Slow Living Morning - 8:00 AM Jinping Mountain Hike (Free! Enjoy panoramic views of the ancient city from the White Pagoda on the summit) - 10:00 AM Tengwang Pavilion (a lesser-known attraction, Tang Dynasty-style architecture) Lunch - 12:00 PM River Food (Jialing River Fish Hotpot, recommended at "Huaguang Inn") Afternoon - 2:00 PM Hu Family Courtyard (a wealthy Qing Dynasty merchant's residence, featuring exquisite wood carvings) - 3:30 PM Souvenir Shopping (Zhang Fei Beef, Baoning Vinegar, Handmade Silk) - 4:00 PM Return 🚄 Transportation Tips 🔸High-speed Rail: Chengdu East → Langzhong (2 hours, 80 yuan), Chongqing North → Langzhong (1.5 hours) 🔸Self-Drive: Chengdu 3 hours, Chongqing 2.5 hours (parking at the "Ancient City Parking Lot," 20 yuan/day) 🍜 A Must-See for Foodies! Top 5 Langzhong Restaurants 1. Zhang Fei Beef (Vacuum-Packed Spicy/Five-Spice Dishes, Perfect for Gifts) 2. Steamed Buns with White Sugar (Soft and Slightly Sweet, a Must-Have for Breakfast!) 3. Northern Sichuan Liangfen (Sour and Spicy, Appetizing! Look for "Zhao Ji Liangfen") 4. Baoning Vinegar Ice Cream (A quirky and refreshing experience, the vinegar and milky flavors complement each other perfectly) 5. Youcha Sanzi (Crispy and Flavorful, a Local Breakfast Favorite) 🏠 Accommodation Recommendation: Stay in a Ming or Qing Dynasty House! - [High-End Experience] Du Family Inn (Century-Old Siheyuan, Carved Ancient Bed, 600+/night) - [Best Value] Hou Family Courtyard (Filming Location of "The Night Emperor"), 300+/night) - [Student-Friendly] Ancient City Youth Hostel (50 RMB/bed, Great Atmosphere) 💡 Tips for Avoiding Scams ⚠️ Be wary of "free tours"; they may be sales pitches! ⚠️ For the Jialing River cruise, choose the 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM route for the most stunning night views! ⚠️ Wear comfortable shoes! The bluestone pavement in the ancient city is bumpy! 📸 Popular Photo Spots 1. Top floor of Huaguang Tower (panoramic views of the Jialing River and the ancient city) 2. Zhongtian Tower intersection (perfect symmetrical composition) 3. Under the red lanterns of the ancient street (the atmosphere is incredible when the lights are on in the evening) 4. Jinping Mountain White Pagoda (drone view!) #LangzhongTravel #SichuanTravel #WhereToGoWeekend #ThreeKingdomsCulture