Chengdu Surrounding Tour—Less-known ancient town reachable within 1h!!!
In the embrace of Chengdu, there is a hidden ancient town that has not been invaded by commercial atmosphere. It is like a living novel of the market, full of the smoke of the world. Sichuan is famous for its numerous ancient towns, but Luocheng Ancient Town stands out with its uncarved original appearance.
Historical Background:
Luocheng Ancient Town, since the first year of Chongzhen in the Ming Dynasty (1628), has quietly sat in the corner of history, witnessing 400 years of wind, frost, rain and snow, still retaining the original charm of Bashu culture during the Ming and Qing Dynasties. As one of the top ten ancient towns in Sichuan, its main street layout is like a huge ship, known as the 'Noah's Ark of China'.
Attractions Features:
The 'Ship-shaped Street' here extends from east to west, with the bow pointing to the east, facing Lingguan Temple, and the 'ship cabin' in the middle is a towering theater, where there will be opera performances during festivals. Strolling in the ancient town, you can enjoy the local famous mutton soup and handmade large tangyuan under the tile roof, and spend a satisfying lunch time. In the afternoon, on the 'ship deck', basking in the warm sun, tasting a bowl of covered-bowl tea, or imitating the local old people to play the long card '247', feel the slow life rhythm here.
In Luocheng Ancient Town, every corner is full of tranquility and satisfaction, as if time has slowed down here.
Transportation:
Leshan United Station 16
👍Most Recommended:
Drink a bowl of covered-bowl tea
Eat a bowl of ice powder
Check in at Ship-shaped Street
Walk around the streets and take retro old photos
Flip tickets
📷Recommended Photography Locations:
- Skyline: Located in the rear cabin of the ship-shaped street, the eaves on both sides extend outward, forming a long and narrow skyline, which is a good place for shooting.
- Theater Archway: In the middle of the ship cabin, there are lion dance performances in the morning, which is an excellent place to capture the humanistic atmosphere.
- Lingguan Tower: The arched gate on the first floor and the windows on the second floor are all excellent photo locations, especially during the time of incense.
- High-level viewing platform: The highest building on the ship-shaped street, you can overlook the entire ancient town from a high place.
Notes:
①Luocheng Ancient Town is located in Qianwei County, Leshan City, Sichuan Province, 70 kilometers away from Leshan City, about 50 minutes by car, 160 kilometers away from Chengdu City, about 2 hours by car. You can also choose to take the high-speed rail to Qianwei Station, and then take a taxi 15 kilometers to the ancient town, which takes about 25 minutes. The ancient town tickets are free, parking is convenient, there is a parking lot, and there are also free parking spaces on the side of the road.
②It is recommended to go there around noon for shooting. The sun will pass through the eaves and form a narrow band of light, and there are also mottled light leaks to create a better atmosphere. The characteristic mutton soup of Luocheng Ancient Town must be tasted. Even I, who don't like mutton, think it's delicious.
Luocheng Ancient Town