[2024 Huayuan Stay] Travel Guide for Qingshuige Inn (Biancheng Chayu Branch) (Updated Sep)

Biancheng Chadong Scenic Area

Chadong Scenic Area is located in Huayuan County, Xiangxi Tujia and Miao Autonomous Prefecture, Hunan Province. It is a place full of history, culture, and natural beauty. Here is a guide to Chadong Scenic Area: - Transportation: - Self-driving: Navigate to Chadong Ancient Town Parking Lot (you can contact the hotel you booked to arrange a carpool or private car directly). - Public transportation: Take the high-speed rail to Jishou East Station, and then take a bus directly to Biancheng Chadong. This will take a long time. - Accommodation recommendations: - Peak season: Book at least one day in advance. You can choose hotels within the scenic area for convenient travel. Recommended: Qingshui Pavilion Inn - Off-season: It is recommended to book hotels within the scenic area, close to the various attractions along the river. Qingshui Pavilion Inn - Food recommendations: - Chadong Rice Noodles: Made with rice noodles as the main ingredient, with shredded meat, wood ear, and bean curd as side dishes. Delicious and flavorful. - Chadong Pickled Radish: Traditional food, sweet and sour, with a unique taste. - Chadong Rice Tofu: Made with rice, with a delicate and smooth texture. Delicious and flavorful. - Chadong Rice Wine: Specialty wine, mellow and sweet, with a unique flavor. - Attraction recommendations: - Chadong Ancient Town: Preserves a large number of buildings from the Ming and Qing Dynasties, such as ancient city walls, ancient streets, and ancient bridges. Full of historical and cultural atmosphere. - Cuicui Island: Named after Cuicui, the female protagonist in the novel "Biancheng". The attractions include the Cuicui statue and Cuicui Garden, which are iconic landmarks of the ancient town. - Qingshui River: The mother river of the ancient town, with crystal-clear water and beautiful scenery on both sides. It is a great place for photography (also known as Huayuan River). - Lala Ferry: A unique mode of transportation, where the boatman pulls the boat across the river, which is very interesting. - Chadong Folk Museum: Showcases the history, culture, folk customs, and natural beauty of the ancient town, allowing visitors to experience the charm of Chadong. - Precautions: - Respect local customs and practice civilized tourism. - Pay attention to safety, especially when playing by the river. - Check the weather forecast in advance and plan your itinerary accordingly. I hope this guide is helpful and that you have a pleasant trip to Chadong Scenic Area!