[2024 Huayuan Attraction] Travel Guide for Hong'an Ancient Town (Updated Sep)
Ancient Towns
Address:
Biancheng Road, Xiushan County, Chongqing
Opening times:
Open year round, 24/7Open
Recommended sightseeing time:
2-3 hours
Phone:
023-85059908
Have you ever been to Biancheng Hong'an, a place where you can find ancient simplicity and poetry?
I. Introduction to the scenic spot
Biancheng Hong'an is located at the junction of Chongqing, Hunan, and Guizhou, with one foot in each province. There are ancient stilted houses, clear rivers, and a rich historical and cultural atmosphere. Shen Congwen's novel "Border Town" adds endless romance and poetry to this place.
II. Traffic guide
1. Self-driving: Navigate to Biancheng Hong'an, and enjoy the beautiful natural scenery along the way.
2. Public transportation: Take a long-distance bus to a nearby town, and then transfer to a local bus or taxi to get there.
III. Travel route
1. Stroll through the old street: admire the ancient stilted houses and feel the traces of time.
2. Visit the Three No-Man's Island: learn about its unique historical background.
3. Take a Lala ferry: experience a unique way of water transportation.
4. Climb Cuicui Island: admire the Cuicui statue and recall the touching story in "Border Town".
IV. Food recommendations
1. Hong'an pickled fish: the fish is tender and the taste is sour and spicy.
2. Rice tofu: the texture is delicate, and it is served with special sauces, which are unique.
V. Precautions
1. Respect local customs.
2. Pay attention to water activity safety.
3. Protect the environment and do not damage ancient buildings and natural landscapes.
BIN. Sam 2452
Border Town | Hong'an Ancient Town
| Hong'an Ancient Town. ◾️Hong'an Ancient Town is located in the upper reaches of the Yangtze River, in the southeast of Chongqing, 47 kilometers away from Xiushan County. This is the border town described by Shen Congwen, where the tragic love story in "Border Town" takes place.
◾️Hong'an Ancient Town is situated at the junction of Chongqing, Hunan, and Guizhou, known as the place where "one foot steps into three provinces." It serves as the gateway to southeastern Chongqing, with National Highway 319 running through the entire area, and the Qingshui River flowing eastward around the ancient town. This is the border town for both Hunan and Chongqing people, and "Border Town" endows it with profound cultural significance, giving the ancient town a rich charm.
◾️The architectural style of Hong'an Old Street features unique Miao and Tujia characteristics, offering a different experience of multicultural integration. The entire old street is about a thousand meters long, with varying terrain that adds to its charm. Standing on the higher parts of the street, you can see rows of fire-sealing tubes arranged unevenly on both sides of the street, forming an impressive architectural complex.
◾️The old street is lined with ancient buildings, characterized by unique craftsmanship and design. Natural attractions include Fuxing Bank, Elephant Trunk Water Absorption, Jiulongpo, Sanbuguan, Yulu Tower, and the Monument to Liu and Deng's Army Marching to the Southwest. From the 319 line that crosses the town, you can enter the old street and climb the solid and heavy stone steps. This is a quaint and peaceful town far from the hustle and bustle.
📍Travel Tips
Geographical Location: Hong'an Town, Xiushan County, Chongqing
Opening Hours: Open all year round
Ticket Price: Free
Famous Attractions: Southeastern Chongqing's First Gate, Monument to Liu and Deng's Army Marching to the Southwest, Elephant Trunk Water Absorption, Jiulongpo, Sanbuguan Island.
Public Transportation: Take a train from Chongqing North Railway Station (Longtou Temple Railway Station) to Xiushan, then transfer to a bus to Hong'an.
Self-driving Information: Navigate directly to Hong'an Ancient Town, accessible via the Chongqing-Hunan Expressway.
Penelope@Mr
Hong'an Ancient Town in Xiushan, Chongqing
⛰【Travel Guide】
📍Detailed address: Bianhong Road, Xiushan Tujia and Miao Autonomous County, Chongqing
🚗Transportation guide:
🕙Opening hours: All day
💰Ticket price: Free
🌟Highlights: Inside the territory of Hong'an Town, there is the Hong'an Ancient Town, a Chongqing municipal-level historical and cultural famous town; there are also attractions such as the former site of the Liu-Deng Army's entry into Sichuan headquarters, 'Elephant Trunk Drawing Water', and the majestic Jiulong Slope.
📌Small Tips: A very peaceful little town
PAULA GOMEZ
Hong'an Ancient Town in Xiushan, Chongqing | An ancient and simple old town!
⛩ Hong'an Ancient Town is located at the junction of Chongqing, Guizhou, and Hunan provinces, also known as 'One Step into Three Provinces,' and is the 'gateway to southeast Chongqing.' Across from it is the town of Chadian in western Hunan, which is the prototype location for the novel 'Border Town' by the great writer Shen Congwen.
📷 Attractions check-in:
Old street view: Hong'an in Chongqing at night is very beautiful, and you can even see the moon in the sky.
Lala Ferry: From Chadian in Hunan to Hong'an in Chongqing, the two sides face each other across the river. Take the Lala Ferry for a fun cross-province experience.
Chadian Ancient Town: This area belongs to Huayuan County in western Hunan, with buildings in the form of Miao stilted houses. There are small shops in the alleys, snack and specialty stores, etc. The most beautiful part is by the Qingshui River, where you can rent a boat to tour the scenery on both sides, or take the Lala Ferry to the opposite bank.
Hong'an Tea Cave Bridge: This bridge connects Chongqing and Hunan, with most people taking photos on the Chongqing side, probably because of the 'Sichuan-Hunan-Guizhou Border Town' monument. Turn left out of Chadian Ancient Town and keep walking to get there, passing a small square and the local rural commercial bank on the way.
One Step into Three Provinces: In addition to Hunan and Chongqing, there is also Guizhou territory here. After checking in at the monument by the bridge, you can see the 'One Step into Three Provinces' sign on the right-hand power pole. Follow the arrow direction towards the Qingshui River (use navigation if you have a poor sense of direction), and after passing a few restaurants by the river, you will see the tri-provincial boundary marker.
🚗 Travel tips:
Depart from Chongqing by high-speed train for 4 and a half hours to reach Xiushan, then take a bus to Hong'an for 1 hour, or you can choose to drive yourself.
🍜 Food recommendations:
Corner Fish: Recommended to choose any riverside restaurant at night, personally think it's a must-try in the border town.
Rice Tofu: The ones encountered in Chadian are a bit tastier.
Mung Bean Noodles: A local shop with generous portions, meaty and tasty.
Ice Cream: Affordable, so I had three ice creams one afternoon.
Oil Tuo Tuo: Feels okay, a bit oily.
BRIANNA HARRINGTON
Hong'an Ancient Town
Hong'an Ancient Town, located in the upper reaches of the Yangtze River, southeast of Chongqing City, southeast of Xiushan County, 47 kilometers away from the county seat, is the junction of Chongqing, Guizhou, and Hunan provinces, known as the 'Southeast Gate of Chongqing', a place where one foot steps into three provinces. The famous Qing Dynasty scholar Zhang Kai once wrote a poem saying 'There is a near time in the Shu Road, how many places are divided by the spring breeze; the rain from the Qian region is blown here, and it is rolled into the clouds of the Chu sky', depicting the geographical advantage of 'one foot stepping into three provinces'. The ancient architectural group in Hong'an Ancient Town stands, with its unique craftsmanship and shape. The whole town of Hong'an is surrounded by mountains and water, with green trees and clear waves in the river, picturesque scenery. The most flavorful thing in Hong'an Old Street is the Soladu River boat, which is connected to the two banks by a wire, and also ties the power of the ferry. After boarding the passengers, the helmsman uses a two-foot round wood with a thin groove as a winch, and pulls the boat to the opposite bank bit by bit on the river crossing wire.