2025 Xiushan County Travel Guide: Must-see attractions, popular food, hotels, transportation routes (updated in July)

Upon arriving in Xiushan, I was immediately captivated by the luxurious ambiance of Zoulie Hotel! The lobby is adorned with Tujia brocade decorations, complemented by modern artistic lighting, blending ethnic charm with a touch of contemporary style. The rooms are spacious and bright, with floor-to-ceiling windows offering breathtaking views of the Wuling Mountains. The bedding is as soft as clouds, ensuring a restful night's sleep. My favorite feature is the rooftop infinity pool, where you can swim while overlooking the entire town. The view at sunset is particularly stunning! Breakfast is a delightful fusion of Southeast Chongqing specialties and international cuisine, featuring dishes like rice tofu and oil tea paired with freshly baked bread, satisfying every taste bud. The staff are warm and courteous, even handling luggage with meticulous care, making you feel as cozy as being at "home." The hotel's location is excellent, within walking distance to Xiushan Lantern Plaza, where you can enjoy lively local folk performances at night. If you're traveling to Xiushan, Zoulie Hotel is undoubtedly the top choice for experiencing the charm of the mountain city!

Border Town, a small town on the Tuojiang River, where the years are peaceful and quiet, and one foot steps on three provinces - the place where Cuicui and her grandfather live in Border Town by Shen Congwen. The story of Cuicui and the big yellow dog in the book, Border Town, is depicted in the colors of Huang Yongyu; Border Town, is sweet in Zuying's folk songs; Border Town, is vivid in the ink fragrance of Shen Congwen. The town is small, retaining the local tobacco flavor, and a small river The river flows quietly and meanders in twists and turns. The Lala Ferry, which has been open for decades, goes back and forth on the river, busy but not noisy. There is a row of small vendors in the square, selling all kinds of delicious snacks. The aroma wafts through the air, tempting your taste buds. It is a very suitable place to enjoy it quietly and relax. spirit. You can make a plan in advance. We came here on a whim, but luckily it was worth the trip. We will come again next time. Tips for playing 1⃣ Hong'an Ancient Wharf: There is a Lala Ferry connecting to Chadong Ancient Town, 2 yuan per person; 2⃣Hong'an Ancient Wharf: Cruise ships travel back and forth between the two sides, and the cruise ships here are from Hunan. The boat is a bit old, 25 yuan per person; 3⃣The pier under the staircase: This is the Chongqing cruise ship, which is slightly bigger and newer, and also 25. The management here is strict, with each boat only allowed to carry 8 people; in Hunan, the boats are packed full. Personally, I feel that if you want safety and comfort, you should take a cruise ship in Chongqing. If you want an old-fashioned experience, you should take a cruise ship in Hunan. The cruise routes on both sides are similar. They will go around Guizhou, where there is only a barren mountain; then they will stop at the docks in Chongqing and Hunan, but they will not go to Cuicui Island. Duration: several minutes. 4⃣Hongcha Bridge: connects Hong'an and Chadong Ancient Town, and can be crossed on foot or by car; 5⃣ Horse riding: You can experience it if you are interested. 🍕 Food recommendations: For horn fish, it is recommended to eat it at Cuicui Renjia Fishing House by the river in Hong'an Town. It tastes good and you can also overlook the entire view of Chadong on the opposite bank! Blood Ba duck: Blood Ba is made of duck blood and glutinous rice. It is very glutinous and the duck meat is also very delicious! Rice Tofu: Tofu made from rice, served with vinegar and local chili sauce! Stir-fried bacon with garlic moss: Smoked bacon, fatty but not greasy, and the garlic moss is also super delicious! Beef in Sour Soup: A Guizhou specialty, the beef is very fresh and the sour soup goes really well with rice! Oily Baba: Four for one dollar, there are several flavors, all very delicious! 🚗Transportation: It is recommended to drive there by yourself, which takes about 6-7 hours from the main city of Chongqing. 🚄The train can only go to "Xiushan Station" and then transfer to a minibus. Although the traffic was more troublesome in the past, transfers are very convenient and the people I met on the road are very friendly. I hope it won't be as commercialized as Fenghuang Ancient Town. Currently all attractions are free. If you have enough time, you can choose to stay here. It is said that the night view of the border town is also very beautiful.

#favouriteitinerary Built in 1481, Tianhou Temple, also known as Tianshang Temple or Mazu Temple, is a rare example of Anhui-style architecture in the Ba-Yu region. Originally part of the Fujian Guild Hall, it now serves as a private museum. The temple features distinct horse-head walls, blue-tile roofs, and intricate carvings, making it a fascinating cultural site. Personal Opinion: Tianhou Temple's unique architecture and rich history make it a must-visit for anyone interested in cultural heritage.

Chongqing to Border Town, 2-day weekend trip|||[Itinerary] 1. Buy a round-trip train ticket in advance to Xiushan Station. Take the train at 4 am, and start your trip after arriving in Xiushan. The main activity is to eat. The beef mung bean noodles and stone buns are near the train station. The fried buns are really delicious! I didn't get to try the beef buns or Jia Hua buns because I went too late and they were sold out. 2. Take a slow walk around the main city and then take a bus from the main bus station to Hong'an Ancient Town, which takes about 50 minutes. After arriving, I first visited Hong'an Ancient Town. It is relatively small and there are not many people in the off-season. I prefer Chadong Ancient Town. 3. Chadong Ancient Town is really beautiful! The weather was great, and the ancient town at sunset was stunning. 4. In the evening, I was tired from walking, so I found a small bar to drink, listen to music, and enjoy the scenery. It was very relaxing. 5. The ferry is no longer available. Hong'an Ancient Town and Chadong are separated by a bridge. You can also choose to take a cruise for CNY 25 or CNY 5. 6. The homestay I chose was also good. I went to Chadong again at around 8 am to experience the morning there, which was very charming. 7. I was lucky to catch the market, which is held six times a month. It was very lively! 8. For those who like a slow-paced life, it is really an enjoyable experience. [Food] 1. The beef mung bean noodles are very cost-effective and unique. 2. The fried buns (the meat is fried), rice cakes (the filling is fried tofu and minced meat, which is very fragrant), crispy rice (with various seasonings, the crispy rice is very crispy, but it is a bit hard to chew), and glutinous rice (the difference from Guizhou glutinous rice is that there is no crispy pork, and the rice is also white) are also delicious. 3. The pickles are average, only the radish is delicious, and the other dishes are just cold dishes.

The best food check-in spots for National Day For dinner today I chose the boiled steak hotpot from Pao Ding’s. The newly launched wild style caught my eye. There are many varieties of mushrooms in the wild mushroom platter, each one is fresh and delicious. The free-range yellow beef from Guizhou's mountains is tender and juicy, and paired with a tomato-based hot pot, it's simply a delicacy. After eating hot pot, strolling along Chongqing Nanbin Road and admiring the beautiful scenery at night is a rare enjoyment!

Chuanhegai Tourist Area is located in Yongdong Township, Xiushan County, Chongqing City, about 40 kilometers away from the county seat. It covers an area of 28 square kilometers. Known as the "Garden in the Clouds", it has an average altitude of about 1,200 meters and an annual average temperature of 12.1 degrees Celsius. It is a mountainous ecological landscape with grasslands and flower seas. Here is a travel guide: • Transportation: • Self-driving: Departing from Chongqing Main City, drive along Baomiao Expressway, exit at Xiushan Interchange, and then drive along National Highway 319 to Chuanhegai Scenic Area. • Public transportation: Take a train or long-distance bus from Chongqing Main City to Xiushan County. Then take a bus from Xiushan Bus Station to Longchi Town. After getting off at Longchi Town, you can take a rural passenger bus or motorcycle to Chuanhegai Scenic Area. • Accommodation: • Starry Sky Hotel: The only hotel in the scenic area, offering a variety of room types, with relatively high prices. • Camping: There is a camping base in the scenic area, where you can bring your own tent or rent a tent from the scenic area. • Food: • Local specialties: Such as Xiushan native chicken, Xiushan tofu, etc. • Restaurants in the scenic area: Offering a variety of cuisines at moderate prices. • Attractions: • Comb Mountain: Composed of 18 parallel mountain ridges, evenly distributed between the ridges. From a distance, it looks like a green comb. • Sawtooth Rock: Named after the sawtooth-shaped rocks, it is one of the iconic attractions of Chuanhegai. • Golden Toad Seeking Phoenix: Composed of Phoenix Rock and Golden Toad Stone, it resembles a golden toad looking up at a phoenix. • Zhu's Mother-in-law Viewing Platform: One of the best places to enjoy the sea of clouds and sunrise. • 45 Turns: The road from Pingma Village, Hong'an Town to Chuanhe Village, Yongdong Township, is known as the "Chongqing's Most Winding" road, with beautiful scenery along the way. • Precautions: • Chuanhegai Scenic Area has a high altitude and a low temperature. It is recommended to bring warm clothes. • Some road sections in the scenic area are in poor condition. Please drive safely. • Amusement projects in the scenic area are subject to additional charges. You can choose to participate according to your personal interests. The above guide is for reference only. You can adjust it according to your interests and time. Before traveling, it is recommended to check the weather and opening hours of the scenic area in advance to better plan your itinerary.

1. Attraction Introduction Chuanhegai is famous for its unique alpine meadow scenery, magnificent peaks and clear skies. The scenery here varies with the seasons, making it a great place to get close to nature and relax. 2. Transportation Guide 1. Self-driving: Drive to Chuanhegai Scenic Area according to the navigation. There is a standard parking lot in the scenic area. 2. Public transportation: Take public transportation to a nearby county or town, and then transfer to a special bus to Chuanhegai. 3. Tour Route 1. Take a sightseeing bus to enjoy the beautiful scenery along the way and feel the breeze. 2. Arrive at Comb Mountain and watch the unique comb-shaped rock formations. 3. Stroll in the alpine meadow, take photos and check in, and enjoy the tranquility and beauty of nature. 4. Go to the Love Grassland and feel the romantic atmosphere. 4. Food Recommendations 1. Tujia bacon: rich in flavor, fat but not greasy. 2. Wild mushroom soup: delicious and nutritious. 5. Precautions 1. The temperature on the mountain changes a lot, so bring appropriate clothes. 2. Pay attention to sun protection and bring items such as sunglasses and sunscreen. 3. Comply with the regulations of the scenic area and do not damage the ecological environment at will.

| West Street. ◾️Xiushan West Street is located in the western part of Xiushan County, Chongqing City, along both sides of the Meijiang River. It retains the complete old city style since the establishment of the county in the first year of Qianlong of the Qing Dynasty, with an ancient charm. The stilted buildings by the river have green tiles and blue bricks, with carved beams and painted pillars, flying eaves, and a poetic and picturesque atmosphere of the ancient ferry in the border town. ◾️Xiushan West Street used to be the economic and cultural center of the old city of Xiushan. At that time, commerce was prosperous, and merchants gathered here. It witnessed the changes of history and inherited the memory of Xiushan. It is the street with the most profound history in Xiushan and was once the first street of Xiushan. ◾️West Street has one vertical and four horizontal streets. Some ancient buildings from the Ming and Qing Dynasties are still preserved, with main attractions including old residences, large houses, ancient theaters, specialty shops, river transport docks, and famous sites such as the Bagua Well and the Tianhou Palace. Reconstructed in 2014, today's West Street carries a strong flavor of the border town, lanterns, and the Tujia and Miao ethnic styles. 📍Travel Tips Geographical Location: Near No. 19, Huan Cheng West Road, Xiushan Tujia and Miao Autonomous County, Chongqing City. Ticket Information: None. Opening Hours: All day, all year round. Tour Time: 3-4 hours. Tour Recommendation: The night view of West Street is nice and worth a visit.

⛰【Travel Guide】 📍Detailed address: Bianhong Road, Xiushan Tujia and Miao Autonomous County, Chongqing 🚗Transportation guide: 🕙Opening hours: All day 💰Ticket price: Free 🌟Highlights: Inside the territory of Hong'an Town, there is the Hong'an Ancient Town, a Chongqing municipal-level historical and cultural famous town; there are also attractions such as the former site of the Liu-Deng Army's entry into Sichuan headquarters, 'Elephant Trunk Drawing Water', and the majestic Jiulong Slope. 📌Small Tips: A very peaceful little town

| The Border Town under Shen Congwen's pen | Step across three provinces in one stride. "Waiting for a city's misty rain, just for you; crossing a lifetime of love, only with you" Strolling through Chadian, I stepped into Shen Congwen's words. In Chadian, I found the real Border Town that Shen Congwen described, no need to crowd into Fenghuang anymore Chadian has more of the Border Town's artistic conception and feeling. Location: Chadian Ancient Town Scenic Area, Biaocheng, Huayuan County, Xiangxi Tickets: Ancient town is free Lala Ferry (Hunan-Chongqing) ¥2 Boat tour (Step across three provinces) ¥25 Parking: There is a parking lot inside the ancient city Transportation: 1. Self-driving: Depart from Guilin, take the Baomao Expressway 2. High-speed rail travel: Take a train to Jishou, then a bus to Huayuan County, and finally a bus to Border Town Attractions: Cuicui Island, Baijia Calligraphy Park, Riverside Stilted Buildings, Bisha Spit, Lala Ferry, Chongqing Hong'an Ancient City, etc. How to step across three provinces? 1 "Two provinces" back and forth between Hunan and Chongqing At the old pier, there are many small awning boats, which have been the traditional means of transportation for people on the riverbank for thousands of years, the "Lala Ferry". A steel cable connects the ancient towns of Chadian in Hunan and Hong'an in Chongqing, and the boatman pulls back and forth on the cable with a bumpy wooden stick. As the cable makes a clanging sound, the boat reaches the opposite shore in no time. A ride only costs 2 yuan, and it takes two to three minutes. If you're not satisfied, you can take a few more rides. 2 "Three provinces" back and forth between Hunan, Chongqing, and Guizhou, there are many small awning boats beside the Chongqing pier, 20 yuan per person can tour three provinces, stopping at the boundary markers of the three provinces in the middle. What is the "No Man's Land Island"? It is an island in the river of about 500 square meters under the Chahong Bridge. Before liberation, it was always a refuge for bandits, mountain thieves, and fugitives from murder cases. Today's "No Man's Land Island" is under the jurisdiction of Hong'an Town, Xiushan, Chongqing, and a hotel called "No Man's Land Island Resort" has been built. Although the no-man's-land area no longer exists, the place names and stories related to "No Man's Land" have been preserved. How to enjoy Border Town cuisine Restaurant | A bite of three provinces Specialty dish | Jiaojiao Fish Combining the culinary features of Sichuan, Hunan, and Guizhou, the taste is sour and spicy

Hong'an Ancient Town is also known as Border Town because of its special geographical location. It is located at the junction of Chongqing, Hunan and Guizhou. It is across the river from Biancheng Town in Huayuan County, Xiangxi Prefecture, Hunan Province to the east, and is connected to the mountains and rivers of Zaijia Town in Songtao County, Tongren City, Guizhou Province to the south. It is the gateway to southeastern Chongqing and is known as "three provinces with one foot". It is the core area of ​​"Border Town Scenery" and is also the prototype of "Border Town" written by literary master Shen Congwen. Biancheng Village is surrounded by Hong'an River, Qingshui River and Jiulong Mountain, forming a border town pattern of "surrounded by mountains on all sides, with mountains behind and water in front", "surrounded by mountains and water outside, and a city locked deep inside". The village is crisscrossed with rivers. The Qingshui River divides Biancheng Village and Biancheng Town (Hunan Province) into two parts. The Hong'an River meanders through the west side of Hong'an Biancheng Village and merges with the Qingshui River from the south, forming two beautiful islands: Sanburan Island and Cuicui Island (Chadong Town). There are many historical elements in Hong'an, mainly including Lala Ferry, Sichuan-Hunan-Guizhou boundary monument, Monument to the March into the Southwest, Chairman Mao's Quotations Tower, islands (no man's land), street paving, Sola ferry, Hongcha ancient ferry, river pier and boat-catching stones, courtyard walls, etc. The Sichuan-Hunan-Guizhou boundary monument was erected when Xiushan was under the jurisdiction of Sichuan. In front of the stone tablet are inscribed "The Southeastern Gateway of Sichuan" in large characters, accompanied by a couplet that reads "After travelling thousands of miles, we have now reached the Land of Heaven; now, with just a few steps, we have entered the Xiushan Mountains." The words "Border Town of Sichuan, Hunan and Guizhou" were written at the end, with a self-encouragement attached: "Miao, Han and Tujia people work together to achieve great things, and Hong and tea will all work together to build a well-off society." The March into the Southwest Monument was built in 2009. The main body is more than ten meters high. The five large characters "March into the Southwest" engraved on the front were written by Deng Xiaoping in a book published in 1988 to commemorate the 40th anniversary of the founding of the Southwest Service Corps. Hongcha Ferry is located between Hong'an Wharf of Hong'an Group, Hong'an Border Town Residents Committee and Huayuan Chadong Wharf of Hunan Province, on the border of Songtao, Guizhou Province, and is the junction of Chongqing, Hunan and Guizhou provinces (cities). The ferry is 130 meters wide and covers an area of ​​1,500 square meters. On November 6, 1949, the Second Field Army of the Chinese People's Liberation Army led by Liu Bocheng and Deng Xiaoping built a pontoon bridge here to cross the river, taking the first step towards the liberation of Chongqing. Steel ropes are now used to fix the two banks to form a lala ferry, allowing border residents to travel freely. "A small bamboo pole with a movable iron ring was erected at the bow of the ferry. A steel cable was stretched across the water at both ends of the river bank. When someone wanted to cross the river, they would hang the iron ring on the waste cable, and the people on the boat would hold the rope and slowly pull the boat across to the other side." Today, the Lala Ferry described in "Border Town" remains the same, except that the waste cables have been replaced with steel cables. Hong'an Ancient Town

It is located in the upper reaches of the Yangtze River and the southeast of Chongqing City, 47 kilometers away from Xiushan County. The town covers an area of ​​52 square kilometers and has a population of 16,000. Known as "one foot in three provinces", it is located at the junction of Chongqing, Hunan and Guizhou. It is across the river from Biancheng Town in Huayuan County, Xiangxi Prefecture, Hunan Province to the east, and is connected to Zaijia Town in Songtao County, Tongren City, Guizhou Province to the south. It is the gateway to southeastern Chongqing. Hong'an Ancient Town is located in the upper reaches of the Yangtze River, in the southeast of Chongqing City, and in the southeast of Xiushan County, 47 kilometers away from the county seat. It is the junction of Chongqing, Guizhou and Hunan, and is known as the "Gateway to Southeast Chongqing". It is a place where one foot steps into three provinces, and it is also the prototype of "Border Town" written by Shen Congwen. Zhang Kai, a famous person in Qing Dynasty, once wrote in a poem, "When the road to Shu is near, the spring breeze blows in several places; it blows the rain from Guizhou and rolls in the clouds from Chu", which describes the geographical advantage of "stepping on three provinces with one foot". There are many ancient buildings in Hong'an Ancient Town, with unique craftsmanship and shape, and distinctive Tujia and Miao village style. The natural attractions such as "Elephant Trunk Water Suction", "Jiulongpo" and the "No Man's Land" island are all well-known. Hongan Town is nestled in the mountains and beside the water, with green trees, rippling rivers and picturesque scenery. The most interesting thing about Hong'an Old Street is the cable-pulled ferry, which is connected to the docks on both sides by a steel wire, and also serves as the power source for the ferry to travel back and forth. After the boat was full, the old boatman sat leisurely on the wooden square platform in the boat house, using a two-foot round log with small grooves as a winch, which he clamped on the steel wire for crossing the river and towed the boat to the other side little by little. #Attractions Photography Guide #Ancient Town Tourism

⛩ Hong'an Ancient Town is located at the junction of Chongqing, Guizhou, and Hunan provinces, also known as 'One Step into Three Provinces,' and is the 'gateway to southeast Chongqing.' Across from it is the town of Chadian in western Hunan, which is the prototype location for the novel 'Border Town' by the great writer Shen Congwen. 📷 Attractions check-in: Old street view: Hong'an in Chongqing at night is very beautiful, and you can even see the moon in the sky. Lala Ferry: From Chadian in Hunan to Hong'an in Chongqing, the two sides face each other across the river. Take the Lala Ferry for a fun cross-province experience. Chadian Ancient Town: This area belongs to Huayuan County in western Hunan, with buildings in the form of Miao stilted houses. There are small shops in the alleys, snack and specialty stores, etc. The most beautiful part is by the Qingshui River, where you can rent a boat to tour the scenery on both sides, or take the Lala Ferry to the opposite bank. Hong'an Tea Cave Bridge: This bridge connects Chongqing and Hunan, with most people taking photos on the Chongqing side, probably because of the 'Sichuan-Hunan-Guizhou Border Town' monument. Turn left out of Chadian Ancient Town and keep walking to get there, passing a small square and the local rural commercial bank on the way. One Step into Three Provinces: In addition to Hunan and Chongqing, there is also Guizhou territory here. After checking in at the monument by the bridge, you can see the 'One Step into Three Provinces' sign on the right-hand power pole. Follow the arrow direction towards the Qingshui River (use navigation if you have a poor sense of direction), and after passing a few restaurants by the river, you will see the tri-provincial boundary marker. 🚗 Travel tips: Depart from Chongqing by high-speed train for 4 and a half hours to reach Xiushan, then take a bus to Hong'an for 1 hour, or you can choose to drive yourself. 🍜 Food recommendations: Corner Fish: Recommended to choose any riverside restaurant at night, personally think it's a must-try in the border town. Rice Tofu: The ones encountered in Chadian are a bit tastier. Mung Bean Noodles: A local shop with generous portions, meaty and tasty. Ice Cream: Affordable, so I had three ice creams one afternoon. Oil Tuo Tuo: Feels okay, a bit oily.

Qing Dynasty poet Zhang Kai's 'To Xiushan' 'The Shu Road sometimes ends, and the spring breeze is divided in several places. The rain from the Guizhou region is blown here, and it rolls into the clouds of the Chu sky' vividly depicts the unique endowment of Xiushan Autonomous County in Chongqing City, 'one foot steps on three provinces, and three provinces share one city'.

Hong'an Ancient Town, located in the upper reaches of the Yangtze River, southeast of Chongqing City, southeast of Xiushan County, 47 kilometers away from the county seat, is the junction of Chongqing, Guizhou, and Hunan provinces, known as the 'Southeast Gate of Chongqing', a place where one foot steps into three provinces. The famous Qing Dynasty scholar Zhang Kai once wrote a poem saying 'There is a near time in the Shu Road, how many places are divided by the spring breeze; the rain from the Qian region is blown here, and it is rolled into the clouds of the Chu sky', depicting the geographical advantage of 'one foot stepping into three provinces'. The ancient architectural group in Hong'an Ancient Town stands, with its unique craftsmanship and shape. The whole town of Hong'an is surrounded by mountains and water, with green trees and clear waves in the river, picturesque scenery. The most flavorful thing in Hong'an Old Street is the Soladu River boat, which is connected to the two banks by a wire, and also ties the power of the ferry. After boarding the passengers, the helmsman uses a two-foot round wood with a thin groove as a winch, and pulls the boat to the opposite bank bit by bit on the river crossing wire.