Phoenix Ancient Town | Nanny-level travel guide, recommended for collection.

Xiangxi is the full name of Xiangxi Tujia and Miao Autonomous Prefecture, located in northwestern Hunan Province. It has a long history, profound cultural heritage, and beautiful natural scenery. Today, I want to strongly recommend a place of extreme beauty - Xiangxi Furong Town. Furong Town, originally named Wangcun, is an ancient town with a history of over 2,000 years. It is like a shining pearl, and it has the reputation of "a thousand-year-old ancient town hanging on a waterfall" because of the magnificent waterfall flowing through it. 🚉 Transportation Guide: High-speed rail: You can take the train to Fenghuang Ancient Town Station. After exiting the station, take a shuttle bus directly to Nanhua Gate. Airplane: You can first fly to Tongren Fenghuang Airport, then take the airport bus to Chengbei, and then take a taxi to the ancient town. Self-driving: Navigate directly to the parking lot. You can reach the ancient town directly without going through the visitor center. 🏨 Accommodation Recommendations: Middle reaches of Tuojiang River: The most prosperous area, also the best place to enjoy the night view. If your budget allows, you can consider a river view room in the middle reaches. There's a reason why it's expensive. Upper and lower reaches of Tuojiang River: If you prefer a quiet environment, you can stay here. If you are driving, you can choose to stay in the lower reaches, which is closer to the parking lot. ❤ Reasons for Recommendation: 1. Open the East Gate Tower: As the gateway to the ancient town, the East Gate Tower has witnessed the vicissitudes of Fenghuang. Standing on the tower, you can have a panoramic view of the stilted houses on both sides of the Tuojiang River. 2. Boat trip on the Tuojiang River: Take a flat-bottomed boat and drift downstream, feeling like you are "swimming in a painting". The lights on both sides of the river are dazzling, reflecting on the shimmering water surface, creating a beautiful scene. 3. Shen Congwen's Former Residence: Step into the birthplace of the literary giant, and it seems as if you can hear the stories about Biancheng whispering in your ears. 4. Stone slab alley: Wander through the intricate stone slab alleys of the ancient town, each step echoing with history. You may stumble upon a small shop or cafe with a story. 5. Night view of Tuojiang River: As night falls, the lights on both sides of the Tuojiang River gradually light up, reflecting in the water, forming a flowing ink painting. Take a walk along the river and feel the tranquility and romance of the ancient town. 6. Night tour of Fenghuang: Romance under the flickering lights. 🍜 Food Recommendations: Taste feast: Fenghuang on the tip of your tongue 1. Blood-soaked duck: As Fenghuang's signature dish, this dish combines the deliciousness of duck meat and the glutinous rice, spicy and flavorful, leaving you wanting more. 2. Miao sour soup fish: Sour and spicy, with tender fish meat, it is a must-try dish to experience Miao customs. 3. Ginger candy: Ginger candy shops can be found everywhere in the streets and alleys. They are made on the spot, sweet and spicy, and are a great gift for friends and family. 4. Snack exploration: Don't forget to try Fenghuang's local snacks such as Shefan, Liangfen, and glutinous rice cake. Each bite is an ultimate temptation for your taste buds.