Things to do in Zigong

It's very suitable for younger children; it's quite large, and we didn't get to see all the attractions because our kids were too young. The only downside was the food – it was terrible. A simple cone ice cream cost 16 yuan (and was extremely sweet). Personally, I didn't think it was a good place to eat; the other attractions were fine.

I visited the dinosaur museum once during my elementary school graduation trip. I was young then, but it left a deep impression on me. Now that I'm working and have a family, I decided to come back. The renovation and upgrades have greatly improved the experience. Technology has made a huge difference; the introduction to dinosaur history and the videos make the information more intuitive, three-dimensional, and easy to understand and remember. The new cultural and creative products are also very stylish. I bought hand towels and a lumbar support, which are both practical and meaningful souvenirs—great!

Located in the Xiqin Guild Hall, the ancient Chinese architectural style, with its carved beams and painted rafters, vividly presents the history and culture of Zigong's salt industry. The process of well digging, water pumping, transportation, and salt production is explained in a concise and vivid way. The innovative use of natural gas and gravity well technology, based on operations research, allows you to extract the salt volume. It's a worthwhile experience!

The Zigong Lantern Festival truly lives up to its reputation as a World Cultural Heritage site. The lanterns are large, magnificent, and incredibly beautiful, with vibrant and diverse colors. As a family outing, we took the children to see the paper lantern festival, a World Cultural Heritage site, allowing them to experience the joy of play…

A very worthwhile attraction to visit, and we even hired a guide; unfortunately, we couldn't see the brine extraction process, and seeing it separately would cost an extra 200 yuan, so we could only watch it via video; the current policies for seniors and children at tourist attractions are really thoughtful, as they are all free of charge.

I heard that the Zigong lanterns are different every year, attracting tourists from all over the country and the world. This year was my first time to visit Zigong in Sichuan. It was really unique. The bundled lights, colored lights, and a series of lights were really first-class, better than any other light show I have been to.

Although it is a relatively unknown site, the entire sculpture is still very historical. This national key cultural relics protection unit, hidden deep in the mountains, is well worth a visit.

This lantern museum is amazing! I thought the free reservation would be enough for a quick visit, but it ended up taking over two hours. It covered the history and traditions of lanterns, characteristics from all over China, representative lantern styles, folk activities related to lanterns, and exhibitions from around the world. It also showed the latest developments and material innovations in lanterns! Very comprehensive and professional.

1. Xianshi Ancient Town was built in the Sui Dynasty and has a history of more than 1,400 years. It is located on the banks of the Fuxi River in the northern part of Yantan District, Zigong City, Sichuan Province. It was once an important salt transport port in ancient times. Many Qing Dynasty buildings are preserved here. The ancient buildings and bells of ancient temples lined up on the streets make the whole ancient town full of historical weight. 2. There are four streets, five stacks, five temples, one ancestral hall, three docks, one carp and three archways, nine monuments and ten lands in the ancient town. These buildings not only reflect the perfect combination of architectural design and style of ancient towns in my country, but also are specimens of the customs and customs of the town in southern Sichuan. 3. Xianshi Ancient Town has not had too much commercial development, retaining its original living conditions, and residents still maintain their traditional lifestyles. The food here is also very distinctive, and tofu rice is a local delicacy. 4. Visitors can feel a leisurely and peaceful atmosphere here. There is no need to rush to visit, and they can slowly savor the charm of the ancient town. Due to the low degree of commercialization, tourists can enjoy a more peaceful experience here. 5. Although it is about 10 kilometers from downtown Zigong, the road conditions may be poor and it takes about 40 minutes to drive there [^2^]. However, once you arrive, you will find that this ancient town is unique and worth a visit.

Parking is convenient at the Maojiaba boarding point for the night cruise on the Fuxi River, with ample underground parking spaces, and it's a short walk to the pier. The night view is atmospheric and the river scenery is delightful, making for a very pleasant experience overall.