Not Wuzhen, but a hidden gem ancient town just 1 hour from Chengdu!!

It feels like stepping into a water town in Jiangnan This stunning ancient town under the snow-capped mountains Built in the Eastern Han Dynasty, known as the 'last of the Western Sichuan plains' A centuries-old town preserved on the ancient Tea Horse Road With blue tiles and white walls built along the water Small bridges, flowing water, and the hustle and bustle of daily life You can stroll through the entire town along the stream Or sit by the flowing water to drink tea and relax . 📍Xinchang Ancient Town, Dayi, Chengdu 🚘 About 1 hour drive from Chengdu city 🗺️ My two-day trip around Chengdu: day1 Chengdu - Heming Mountain - Xinchang Ancient Town (stay) day2 Xinchang Ancient Town - Bamboo Art Village - Chongzhou Baita Lake - Chengdu Here's a little secret, you can drive directly to the entrance, and many local households offer parking for 10 yuan, which saves you a bit of walking. 【About food】 The ancient town has a lot of delicious food, but the best are 🍚: Zhou Xuewang (main store) (lots of queues) 🫓: Fried cakes (everywhere, very tasty) 🍵: There are many afternoon tea spots by the river, choose a place you like to have tea.