Where to go on May Day? Of course, domestic travel is the first choice! So where to go in the country? Lijiang, Shangri-La, Fujian, Hunan, Shaanxi, and Xinjiang are all places you can’t miss!
Lijiang, Yunnan
The ancient city of Lijiang with a history of more than 800 years is located in the middle of Bazi, Lijiang, covering an area of ??about 3.8 square kilometers. It was built in the late Southern Song Dynasty. It was the Xuanfu Division on Lijiang Road in the Yuan Dynasty, the Lijiang Military and Civilian Mansion in the Ming Dynasty, and the residence of the Lijiang Mansion in the Qing Dynasty. The ancient town of Lijiang has a unique site selection. The layout makes full use of the mountain topography and the surrounding natural environment. It is surrounded by Xiangshan Mountain, Jinhong Mountain, and Monkey Mountain in the west. It is naturally connected to the open flat dam in the east and south. It avoids the cold wind from the northwest and faces the southeast. The light source forms an overall pattern of sitting in the northwest and looking to the southeast. The water from the Yuquan River, which originates at the foot of Xiangshan Mountain in the north of the city, enters the city in three streams, and then divides into numerous tributaries, flowing through the streets and alleys throughout the city, forming a poetic picture of "water flowing in front of every house, and willows hanging behind every house." The streets are informally arranged but freely distributed. The main street is next to the water, and the alleys are next to the canals. More than 300 ancient stone bridges complement the river, green trees, ancient lanes, and ancient houses. It has the atmosphere of a plateau water town with ancient trees, small bridges, flowing water, and people. With its aesthetic charm, it is known as "Venice of the East" and "Suzhou on the Plateau". Scenic spots and historic sites can be seen everywhere in the territory, the natural landscape is colorful, and the national culture is dazzling.
Transportation in Lijiang
There are currently no direct flights from Hangzhou to Lijiang. You can choose: Hangzhou-Chengdu-Lijiang transfer, Hangzhou-Kunming-Lijiang transfer, Shanghai-Lijiang direct flight, and surrounding areas In other cities, you can also choose to transfer from Chengdu or Kunming. Try to book your tickets in advance. China Southern Airlines' Happy Flight is a good choice. It is very cheap to book your tickets one month in advance. You can also transfer to Lijiang by bus in Kunming to save costs.
Take the train to Kunming or Panzhihua and transfer to bus to Lijiang.
After arriving in Kunming, take a bus to Kunming Station (1 yuan) or take a taxi to the train station (Kunming Station) (within 15 yuan, Kunming Airport is the closest airport to the city), at the train station There is a long-distance bus station next to it, where there is a long-distance bus to Lijiang. From 8:00 am to 13:00 noon, there is an average bus every hour, and in the evening from 19-21:30, there is a bus to Lijiang every 30 minutes ( The night bus is a sleeper bus). There are two types of buses to Lijiang. One is a high-speed bus, which is mostly imported. The fare is 168 yuan. The other is an ordinary sleeper bus, the fare is 150 yuan. The running time is In about 9 hours, the sleeper car arrived in Lijiang at about 6 o'clock the next morning.
Fun attractions in Lijiang
Lashihai is 15 kilometers away from the ancient city. It takes more than 20 minutes by car. There is a station at Zhongyi Market. The price is 5 yuan per person. Renting a car is 30 yuan for a round trip. The main features of the scenic spot are It is for lake viewing and migratory bird watching in winter. Local villagers have built a horse farm to collect horse riding fees to increase their income. The entertainment quality is not high, but friends who like horse riding can go there. Friends who don’t have time to go to Lugu Lake in winter can watch migratory birds here.
Shuhe Ancient Town is 4 kilometers away from Lijiang. You can take a bus for 6 yuan round trip, take a taxi for 15 yuan, or ride a bicycle for 15 yuan (rent a car). People who live there can get in directly or from the inn. Just turn sideways and play. Tickets: 30 yuan. The highlight of Shuhe Old Street is the quaint and beautiful street from Xiaosifang Street across Qinglong Bridge to Jiuding Longtan. It takes about 3 hours to visit. Friends who like it can stay there and enjoy the tranquility. Sunlight.
Heilongtan Park is on the edge of the Lijiang Yuhe Corridor, about one kilometer away from the ancient city's iconic waterwheel. It is now open to the public for free (originally 60 yuan ticket), but foreign tourists have to pay an ancient city maintenance fee of 80 yuan before they can enter. For fun, my feeling is that you can go in and have fun when you have time. Look for the path from above. You may be able to turn in, but you must pay attention to safety and the environment is quiet. Take some photos of the reflection of the snowy mountains or bask in the sun in a daze. How many people It's a good place to play old K. I like the turquoise water, blue sky, snow-capped mountains and the reflection of white clouds in the water. Friends who don’t like artificial landscapes don’t need to go.
Baisha Ancient Town is one of the ancient Tea Horse Road towns. It is undeveloped. If you visit it in spring or autumn, it usually doesn’t make much sense. However, foreigners like to go there. There are murals in Baisha Ancient Tomb. Tickets are 35 yuan.
As the symbol of Lijiang, many friends want to see the Jade Dragon Snow Mountain. However, I feel that you don’t have to go up to the snow mountain. On the contrary, it is more beautiful when viewed from a distance. The reporter said that a visit to the Jade Dragon Snow Mountain costs around 500. It’s not worth it at all. As a self-guided tourist attraction, try to choose high-quality ones. Meili around Lijiang is good and more beautiful.
Lijiang’s food and accommodation
Lijiang is a famous scenic spot and a world-famous tourist city. Millions of people from all over the world come to visit Lijiang every year. Lijiang is also a tourist city with more than 30 A small city with a population of 10,000. Mainly focusing on tourism, there are more than 2,000 hotels, so you don’t have to worry about accommodation. There are more than 600 inns in the ancient city alone. Usually there is an inn more than 10 meters away in densely populated areas. It can be said that they are everywhere. This is the peak tourist season, so book in advance. Otherwise, you can always find a satisfactory inn when you come, and the price is not expensive. It is recommended to stay in a standard room for 50 yuan. Try to stay in the surrounding areas and avoid the center of the ancient city. Taking into account the issue of food, this will not only save money on food , and live a little quieter.
As for food, I think everyone must think that Lijiang is a tourist city and food is very expensive. I can tell you clearly that food here is not expensive if you find the right place. Because the rent in the ancient city is too high, it is very expensive. The cost of water, electricity and transfer fees are very high, so eating in the ancient city is very expensive. How expensive it is, you can imagine which city has the highest consumption in the country. However, there are some snack bars run by locals near the Old Town of Lijiang that are very cheap. Since these stores are owned by their own houses and have preferential policies from locals, the operating costs are very low, so the food prices are very cheap, and the food is practical and economical.
Things to note when traveling around Lijiang
“There is no free lunch in the world.” I think everyone knows this truth. With the development of tourism, various dark sides are also indirectly reflected. Yes, some people are greedy for petty gains and end up being deceived everywhere. Instead of saving money, they end up getting more money. So when you come here, try not to talk to some solicitors on the street, and don't listen to introductions from friends from other places, unless the friends who introduce you are a few. If you have been to Lijiang for the first time or have some business in Lijiang, otherwise you will be fooled. There are some idle people in Lijiang who specialize in this matter, either soliciting customers on the street or in bars. Everyone thinks they know a good person and obeys his words. However, they end up being deceived, wasting their time and money. How to avoid similar things from happening? When you come, try to ask and read as much as possible, find some clubs with good reputations to travel to, or talk to the reception desk through the recommendation of the owner of the inn where you stay. This way, when something unpleasant happens, you can find a recommender to avoid making mistakes. Affects play mood.
Location: Shangri-La Features: Original ecological mountain holy lake In Shangri-La, people's "dream Garden of Eden", there is a mysterious and beautiful original ecological scenic spot - Pudacuo National Park. The natural lakes and wetlands, forest pastures, river valleys and streams, deep ravines and cliffs, and flowers blooming all over the mountains and plains have not only become a paradise for photographers, but also attracted many tourists. Even Xie Na and Zhang Jie chose to hold their romantic wedding here. . May is the most beautiful season here. It’s time to escape from the sweltering city and breathe the fresh air with the fragrance of flowers! If you want to fully visit Pudacuo Scenic Area, it is best to spend a day immersed in the scenery of lakes and mountains. For a distance of about 70 kilometers, you need to take an environmentally friendly sightseeing bus in the scenic area to reach the fixed scenic spots. You can get on and off at any time, which is very convenient. The journey begins at Shudu Lake in Hongshan District, a world natural heritage site called "Three Parallel Rivers". Walking along the plank road around the lake, you can see spruce, fir, birch, etc. reaching into the sky, some are green, some are tender green, some are goose-yellow, different levels of green are scattered around each other, and the dense shade blocks out the sun, making it majestic. From time to time, you can catch a glimpse of rare birds and animals running and jumping by. The meadow by the lake is full of flowers, green grass and full of vitality. On the lake, small groups of wild ducks roam freely, and sand gulls gather and fly in the water; on the shore of the lake, there are dots of cattle sheds, and cattle and sheep disappear and appear in the grass, which is full of leisurely and wild fun. Bitahai, one of the holy lakes in the hearts of Tibetans, means a place where oak trees are carpeted in Tibetan. It is an important international wetland protection zone. This pearl on the plateau is very pure and beautiful, the water is as clear as a mirror, and it is quiet and quiet. Mountains surround Bita Sea, and the surrounding virgin forests are filled with towering ancient trees that are thousands of years old. The mountains are filled with rhododendrons and colorful wild flowers. There are also many animals such as fritillaries, red-footed chickens, white pheasants, macaques, and squirrels. Passing by tourists, the birds are singing and the flowers are fragrant, and it is infinitely beautiful. After walking on the plank road for about 30 minutes, you can take a boat tour around the lake and arrive at the island in the lake with the best views. Here, you can enjoy two wonderful sights: Lao Xiong fishing for fish. In late spring and early summer, the petals of azaleas are scattered in the lake. The fishes become drunk after eating and float on the water. This is the famous spectacle of azaleas. The bears in the forest can come to feed without any effort. This is A great view of the old bear fishing.
Looking closer, the skylight, cloud shadows and flower meadows are reflected in the blue and clear sea water, and the mist is misty, like entering a fairyland; in the distance, huts dot the primitive villages, with smoke curling from cooking stoves, horse bells tinkling, and the simplicity and comfort full of human fireworks make you feel... People's hearts are intoxicated, and they never want to leave. Tips Transportation: You can take a China Southern Airlines flight directly to Shangri-La, and then take a shuttle bus to Pudacuo. Food: Food in the scenic area is simple. You can return to Shangri-La County to taste the food. The original Tibetan food such as glutinous rice cake, yak meat, butter tea, highland barley wine, etc. will give you a taste of folk customs. Shopping: Woodenware, thangkas, yak horn bone carvings, etc. Fujian
Location: Gulangyu Features: Come to Gulangyu to listen to the waves, the piano and the sound of rain. It’s not very interesting to visit all the scenic spots in a hurry. You can only feel its uniqueness by savoring it carefully. mood. The air is filled with graceful music, stacked colorful houses, century-old European-style houses, lazy kittens everywhere, and specialty shops in the streets and alleys, allowing the restless heart to calm down from the hustle and bustle of the city and enjoy facing the sea. A life of spring flowers. The sea on Gulangyu Island does not have the momentum of excitement, but it adds a lingering and charming feeling. In the blue sea water, gentle microwaves ripple with delicate sunshine, dazzling but not burning; the cool sea breeze caresses the skin, there is no dizzying strong salty smell, only the light smell of rain; the tireless kiss of the waves Standing on the rocks, the sound of rustling waves brings comfort and comfort; the shadows of boats in the distance, slowly parading, further highlight the vastness of the sea. Ancient houses made of colorful bricks are hidden in the quiet alleys that crisscross. The ancient Greek, Gothic, Roman, and Baroque buildings and furnishings make people get lost in the images of all nations, and for a moment they feel like they have traveled through ancient time and space. As the "Music Island" named by the Chinese Musicians Association, it has more than 100 musical families and the per capita piano ownership rate ranks first in the country, which is enough for tourists to have close contact with music. Of course, the precious musical instruments in the Piano Museum and Organ Museum are not to be missed. You can also go to Haitangguo to listen to puppet shows and Nanyin. The concert hall also has free performances every night, and you can even listen to concerts on the grass under the banyan tree. Each of the small shops in the streets and alleys has a literary style. Just walk into one and you can spend half a day. You can use the free wifi in the store to share your journey on Weibo and WeChat, use your camera to record every interesting corner, pick up a pen to draw and paste it on the commemorative wall, and choose sentimental postcards to send to relatives and friends. Or not thinking about anything, petting the cat that rubbed against the chair, chatting with close friends, watching the rain dancing in the wind with the music of the piano, taking a sip of warm latte, and getting drunk in the bright night view of Gulangyu Island. Tips: Transportation: From Guangzhou to Xiamen, you can take bus No. 27, take a taxi to the pier, and then take a ferry to the island. Food: Zhang Sanfeng milk tea, Pan Xiaolian yogurt, Malasang juice, Chencan Western tea shop, Xilinge sour plum soup, Babycat cake shop, Huang Shengji preserved meat, Linji fish balls, etc. are all famous restaurants where you can taste special snacks . Shopping: Bead embroidery, lacquer thread carving, colored porcelain, first-day covers, postcards. In addition, at the Piano Museum, you can buy the imprint box and keychain of the piano in the museum, which are carved from black walnut wood. They are exquisitely crafted and can be kept as souvenirs. Hunan
Location: Qianzhou Features: Traveling through ancient city heritage Qianzhou, which is as famous as Fenghuang Ancient City on the South Great Wall, has been an important commercial and military center since ancient times. Today, Qianzhou, which has gone through thousands of years of ups and downs, has faded away from the bustle and hustle and bustle, has accumulated an antique charm, and has returned to a quiet and leisurely life. As a famous cultural and historical city in western Hunan, when you come to the ancient city of Qianzhou with a history of thousands of years, you must of course walk through the streets and alleys to visit the former residences of ancient celebrities and truly experience the beauty of "Greater Western Hunan". In this ancient Miao town, the ancient buildings of the Ming and Qing Dynasties are still well preserved. Stroll along the variegated ancient streets and lanes, look at the ancient stilted buildings, and visit Sanmenkai, Luo Rongguang’s former residence, Tianwang Pavilion, Guanyin Pavilion, Confucian Temple, Wenchang Pavilion and other cultural institutions Landscape, you can learn about local history and culture firsthand. You can also climb Bijia Mountain and Xianzhen Mountain, overlooking Meiwang Lake and Wanrong River, and enjoy yourself in the pure natural scenery. In Qianzhou, you might as well visit the Tujia and Miao people who have lived here for generations, experience the mysterious and simple life, and appreciate the unique ethnic customs.
If you want to deeply experience the culture of Western Hunan, you can’t miss coming to Baigongfang to watch the masters who have settled here perform national crafts and folk art performances, Tujia brocade, Tujia hand-waving dance, Xiangxi pasted paintings, Xiangxi Miao drums, etc. The level of excitement is amazing. You can also watch the "Gelangdu" performance of Xiangxi's intangible cultural heritage, which focuses on sacrificial culture. The performers are all inheritors of local folk "intangible cultural heritage". Many musical instruments and props are unique to the local area, which is a very rare opportunity. Tips on transportation: Guangzhou can take a train to Jishou, and then take a bus along the route of Qianhong Stone Forest-Fenghuang Ancient City-Dehang Miao Village-Qianzhou Ancient City to visit various places, and then take an air-conditioned train back to Guangzhou in Qianzhou Ancient City. This is how you travel. No need to repeat the journey. Food: Qianzhou salted duck is a famous traditional specialty of Jishou, Xiangxi. It has been exported to Japan and Southeast Asia as early as the Qing Dynasty. Wash it with cold water first, cut it into small pieces without adding any seasonings, and steam it in a pot until the muscles are separated from the bone. It is edible, with golden color and sweet meat, as well as Miaojia sour fish, bacon, etc. You can taste Xiangxi cuisine at Baiweifang in the ancient city. You can choose from hundreds of varieties in ten series such as barbecue, stir-fry, deep-fried, marinated, and pickled. Shopping: Embroidery, paper-cutting, silver jewelry Xinjiang
Location: Korla Features: Many gorgeous and wonderful scenery. The latitude of southern Xinjiang is lower than that of northern Xinjiang, and the weather picks up earlier than that of northern Xinjiang. The best tourist season starts in May, so go there at this time Korla is the most suitable place to visit. Korla City is a good place for tourism and adventure. There are many cultural relics and scenic spots in the city, the most famous of which is Tiemenguan Pass located in the north of the city. Tiemenguan Pass is located in the rugged Kuruktag Mountain, eight kilometers north of Korla City. The Silk Road of more than 2,000 years ago entered a 30-kilometer-long canyon along the Kongque River from here. The canyon is winding and deep, and the walls are like knives and axes. According to research, a pass has been established here since the Jin Dynasty. Because of its dangerous location, it was named Tiemenguan. It is a natural barrier between the Yanqi Basin and the Tarim Basin. It has been a battleground for military strategists since ancient times. Today, in the Tieguan Gorge, a large reservoir has been built on the river dam. A section of the ancient Silk Road that used to be extremely dangerous has been submerged in the vast expanse of clear water. The newly built hydropower station delivers powerful current to various places. In the canyon, surrounded by mountains and rivers, the trees are lush, the flowers are blooming, and the pavilions and pavilions are scattered and dotted among them. Another famous attraction in Korla is the Grand Canyon of the Korla Horticulture Farm, which is about 100 kilometers away from the urban area of ??Korla. The Grand Canyon is nearly 3,000 meters above sea level, and the walls on both sides are nearly 1,000 meters high. The widest part of the valley is about 50-60 meters, and the narrowest part is about 30 meters. Clear spring water flows at the bottom of the valley, and dense virgin shrubs grow on both sides. There are 6 waterfalls in the nearly 3-kilometer-long canyon. The highest is nearly 400 meters high and the lowest is about 30 meters. The rock directions and colors on both arms of the canyon are very strange and charming. The west side of the canyon is an alpine grassland with large pine forests and a variety of wild animals, plants and unique and charming natural landscapes such as the "line of sky". Lop Nur is also a must-see when visiting Korla. Lop Nur is located in the northeastern part of Ruoqiang County. It was once the second largest inland lake in my country, with an altitude of 780 meters and an area of ??about 2,400-3,000 square kilometers. It is famous for being located in the ancient "Silk Road" hub in the eastern part of the Tarim Basin. The Lop Nur people here are still the oldest ethnic group in Xinjiang. They live by Xiaohaizi on the banks of the Tarim River. They "do not grow grains or herd livestock. They only fish for food in small boats." Their dialect is also one of the three major dialects in Xinjiang, and its folk customs , folk songs and stories all have unique artistic value. This is a nation that eats only fish, and its rich nutrition makes many people immortal. They are all good laborers in their eighties and nineties, and there are even grooms who are a hundred years old. Tips Transportation: Fly directly from Guangzhou to Urumqi and then transfer to Korla, or take a train from Urumqi. After arriving in the city, you can take public transportation or rent a car to reach various attractions. It is recommended to rent a car and drive yourself. Along the way, you can enjoy the scenery that is far different from the south. Food: The food in Korla basically maintains the Xinjiang flavor with some Mongolian flavors. In addition to the kebabs, naan, noodles, hand-made rice, etc. that are available throughout Xinjiang, the most distinctive food in Korla is the grilled fish in Bosten Lake. In addition, Korla is famous for its fragrant pears, which are juicy, tender, sweet and delicious. Shopping: The Bayingolengzhou Plain where Korla is located is rich in dozens of kinds of fruits such as fragrant pears, apricots, grapes, melons, etc. The Korla fragrant pear, known as the "King of Fruits", is one of the representatives. The Apocynum grown here, the handicrafts woven from it, and the Apocynum tea, tablets, and Apocynum smoke made from it as raw materials are also the first choice for shopping.
In addition, Bazhou’s long-staple cotton, Korla’s tomatoes, Qiemo’s Qieqian jade, Luobu’s licorice, and the exquisite costumes and handicrafts of various ethnic groups in Bazhou will also make people fall in love. Shaanxi
Location: Xi'an Characteristics: "Chang'an has been an imperial capital since ancient times". The oldest and most historical city in China is Xi'an. Come here to experience the imperial style of this ancient city. , is definitely a good choice. The Terracotta Warriors and Horses are located at the northern foot of Lishan Mountain, more than 30 kilometers east of Xi'an City, and 1,500 meters east of the cemetery. They are one of the greatest discoveries in the history of world archaeology and are known as the "Eighth Wonder of the World." They were selected by the United Nations in 1987. It is listed in the "World Cultural Heritage of Humanity" catalog by UNESCO and has now been rated as a national 5A tourist attraction. Huaqing Pool is located at the northern foot of Lishan Mountain in Lintong District, Xi'an City. It is 30 kilometers away from Xi'an in the west, adjacent to Lishan Mountain in the south, and adjacent to the Weishui River in the north. It is an ancient Chinese palace famous for its hot spring pools. It was regarded by the Zhou, Qin, Han, Sui, and Tang dynasties as A piece of geomantic treasure land is the Hexingguan Bieyuan, where some stone buildings are built, Lishan Hot Spring is built, or Luo City is built, and the Daxing Hot Spring Palace is built. In 1982, Huaqing Pool was listed as one of the first batch of key scenic spots in the country and is now a national 5A tourist attraction. The Shaanxi History Museum is located at No. 91 Xiaozhai East Road, Xi'an City. It is China's first large-scale modern national museum. Its internal facilities and exhibits are of a high level, making it the best museum in my country. The architectural design is majestic and splendid with the style of the times. It not only reflects the royal momentum of the ancient capital of the 13 dynasties, but also incorporates the design techniques of traditional gardens and residential buildings. Tips Transportation: The flight from Guangzhou to Xi'an is very convenient, and taking the train all the way north is also a good experience. For the convenience of tourists, Xi'an has multiple tourist buses that depart from the East Square of Xi'an Railway Station and go to major scenic spots such as Huashan Mountain, Terracotta Warriors and Horses, Famen Temple, Taibai Mountain, Qin Shi Huang's Mausoleum, etc. Food: "The history of Xi'an can be proved by the city walls; the civilization of Xi'an can be proved by the forest of steles; the snacks of Xi'an can be proved by the streets and alleys." The most distinctive thing in Xi'an is the pasta, which is moderately priced and generous in portion. Roujiamo, mutton steamed buns, trouser belt noodles, etc. are all delicacies not to be missed. If you want to change your taste, Xi'an also has local flavors, hot pot, Western food, etc. You can also taste a variety of snacks in Muslim Street. Shopping: Xi'an's commercial district is concentrated in major commercial districts such as East Street, Jiefang Road, Xiaozhai, Tumen, Kangfu Road, and Weiyang Avenue. Here are the city's largest department stores, shopping malls, arts and crafts stores, women's and children's supplies stores, etc. East Street is Xi'an's traditional commercial street and a good place for shopping. If you want to buy some tourist souvenirs, you can go to Shuyuanmen Cultural Street. Beiyuanmen Muslim Street is a gathering place for local specialty foods. If you are interested in antiques, you can go to Huajue Lane Antique Street, Baxian'an Antique Market and Duchenghuang Temple Small Market. Be careful not to touch the so-called antiques piled up to prevent being defrauded.
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