Li Zhuang Ancient Town | Misty Rain Like Jiangnan · Mountains and Waters Like Ink Painting

Hey everyone, today I want to take you to a place full of historical charm—Li Zhuang Ancient Town. Here, every brick and tile tells a thousand-year story, as if time has stood still, making visitors reluctant to leave. Stepping into the ancient town, the smooth and textured stone paths beneath your feet feel like walking on the veins of history. The well-arranged ancient buildings along the streets, with wooden doors and windows exuding a rustic atmosphere, seem to instantly transport you back in time. The carved eaves and weathered walls all tell stories of the past. Here, you can escape the hustle and bustle of the city and find a peaceful haven for your soul. Location: Li Zhuang Ancient Town, Cuiping District, Yibin City, Sichuan Self-driving: Navigate to Li Zhuang Tourism Resort Transportation: 🚘Self-driving: About 3+ hours from Chengdu High-speed rail🚄: Take the high-speed train to Yibin West Station, then transfer to Bus No. 45 directly to the ancient town Bus🚌: Routes 39, 45, Tourist Lines L01, L02, L03 go directly to the ancient town Admission🎫: Free Scenic area shuttle: 10 yuan/person, stops on demand Moon Field Scenic Area boat ride: Adults daytime: 50 yuan/person; nighttime: 60 yuan/person Children daytime: 25 yuan/person, nighttime: 30 yuan/person (includes minors 1.5m and under) Highlights 1⃣️ Li Zhuang Ancient Street The old site of Li Zhuang hasn't been overdeveloped, with many original residents still living there, but every alley is very clean. The main street along the Yangtze River has been "refined," making it exquisite yet rustic. Enjoying tea and the breeze at the riverside tea houses is truly delightful! 2⃣️ Moon Field This is a Jiangnan water town scenic area next to the clock in Li Zhuang Ancient Town, featuring gray bricks and black tiles, small bridges over flowing water, wooden boats, and an authentic ancient style that perfectly recreates a true Jiangnan water town. It's free with few crowds and perfect for Hanfu photography, especially by the water with buildings in the background. In the sunset, it really feels like you're in a Jiangnan water town. 3⃣️ Dongyue Temple Dongyue Temple is a building from the Ming and Qing dynasties and the former site of Tongji University's Engineering College. The first rays of morning sunlight shine on this ancient building, bringing it to life. The bluestone steps and old white walls are steeped in time, telling stories of history. 4️⃣ Kuixing Pavilion Originally built in the early years of Emperor Guangxu's reign during the Qing dynasty, it's an all-wooden octagonal pavilion structure. From the top, you can view the entire town and the Yangtze River scenery. 5️⃣ Nine Dragon Stele A stone carving in front of Huiguang Temple Hall, featuring nine dragons soaring through the sea of clouds with an imposing presence. 6️⃣ Hundred Cranes Window The 50 window doors in the Zhang family ancestral hall each have 2 exquisitely carved cranes, totaling 100, each with different postures and lifelike details, surrounded by colorful clouds, known as the "Hundred Cranes Auspicious Clouds" windows. 7️⃣ Spiral Hall The red grand hall features an elaborate octagonal caisson ceiling. The entire building uses no nails and is a rare Ming dynasty architectural masterpiece in southern Sichuan. Accommodation: We stayed at the Li Zhuang Siyue Hotel, which has a great location right next to the Li Zhuang archway, convenient for visiting both Moon Field and the ancient town. Hotel guests can ride the scenic area shuttle for free with unlimited trips.