The most enchanting town on the ancient tea route
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For draining reasons, the floors have difference in height with the ground of the alley, while in front of some doorways, there are also steps to obstruct water from getting in. |
Recommended scenic spots nearby:
Inside the garden-like Tianfu Hot Spring Hotel, Zhougongshan Hot Spring is exploited from 3,000 meters under earth.
Provincial natural reserve, Mt. Haizi and National Forest Park Mt. Wawu, both on the way to Daocheng, a well-known unspoiled natural beauty.
How to get there:
Buses run from Chengdu, capital of Sichuan Province, to Yaan, every half hour.
Ticket: 48 yuan.
Or rent a car in Chengdu. It's 145 km between Chengdu to Yaan, 40 yuan for toll. Then it takes about 40 minutes from Yaan to Wangyu ancient town.
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Picturesque scenery of Wangyu ancient town |
Gourmet food:
Besides the most famous local delicacy, Yayu fish, fresh bamboo shoots are worth a taste. Preserved meat and braised chicken are savory dishes with strong local flavors.
Accommodation:
There are two hostels neighboring each other inside the ancient town, namely Wangyushi Hostel, and Qingshiban Hostel.
