Scenic spot introduction:
Qingyan Ancient Town is one of the four ancient towns in Guizhou (Qingyan, Zhenyuan, Bing'an, and Longli) and is known as one of the most charming towns in China. The architectural layout of the town follows the pattern of the Ming and Qing Dynasties. It is surrounded by city walls and is divided into inner and outer cities. The ancient buildings of the Ming and Qing Dynasties are densely staggered in the city, with exquisite design and exquisite craftsmanship. Temples, pavilions, painted pillars, carved beams, and flying horns are alternated with double eaves. At the same time, Qingyan is home to a diverse collection of humanities, including historical celebrities Zhou Yuhuang and Zhao Yijiong, the number one scholar in the late Qing Dynasty (the first literary scholar in Guizhou history). Behind the historical culture, architectural culture, religious culture, farming culture, food culture, and revolutionary traditional culture, multi-ethnic groups live together, making it a must-visit place in Guizhou.Attractions distribution:
Qingyan Ancient Town is located in the southern suburbs of Guiyang City, with a total area of 6.7 square kilometers. In the town, there are cultural relics such as the Qingyan Missionary Case Site, Zhuangyuan Mansion, Mr. Ping Gang’s former residence, and the Red Army Long March Combat Command Headquarters, which shocked China and the world in modern history, as well as the Zhou Wang’s daughter-in-law Liu’s Jiexiaofang, Zhao Lilun’s Baishoufang, and Zhao Caizhang’s Baishoufang. The stone archway and back street, Wenchang Pavilion, Ciyun Temple, Wanshou Palace, Yingxiang Temple, etc. Zhou Enlai's father, Deng Yingchao's mother, Li Kenong and other revolutionary predecessors and their families also lived secretly in Qingyan, leaving behind a number of ancient artifacts.Scenic spot qualifications:
National 5A scenic spotScenic spot features:
Leisure, history and culture, ancient town tour, ancient town, architectureTravel Notes of Travellers:
- Sword travels the world: A tour of Qingyan Ancient Town
- Travel Guide: Guizhou Huangguoshu Free Travel Guide for Three Days 2018
Best time to visit:
All seasons
Shopping recommendations:
Qingyan Town’s tofu fruit, soaked tofu, tofu skin, Zhuangyuan hoof, Zhuangyuan bladder, chicken spicy horns, etc. are rich in nutrients and can be eaten in a variety of ways. They are famous local snacks.
Scenic spot location:
China>Guizhou Province>Guiyang City>Huaxi District
How to get there:
Bus route:
1. There is a shuttle bus to the suburban station next to Guiyang Hebin Park every day. Take bus No. 38 directly, every half hour, 3 yuan/person; you can also take the bus on Yan'an West Road Take the shuttle bus from Guiyang to Huishui or Guiyang to Gaopo at the Passenger Terminal and get off at Qingyan.
2. After taking a bus from other places to Jinyang Bus Station, you can take bus No. 223 (fare 3 yuan) to Huaxi, then transfer to a minibus to Qingyan Ancient Town, or take bus No. 29 from Jinyang Bus Station Take bus No. 210 to Hebin Park, then transfer to bus No. 210 to Qingyan Ancient Town.
Self-driving route: Guihui Avenue-Yinbai Expressway-X01-Qingyan Line-Dongzao Road-Y099-Guzhen, or Huaxi Avenue-Qingxi Road-Tonghui Road-Qingyan Line-Qingma Road- Y099—ancient town
Scenic area map:
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Qingyan ticket price:
Pass: 80 yuan, including the ancient town block, South City Gate, North City Gate, East City Gate, West City Gate, ancient town wall, Ciyun Temple, Former Residence of the Number One Scholar, Wenchang Pavilion, Zhaogong Temple, Wanshou Palace, Longquan Temple, and Shoufo Temple.
Scenic area opening hours:
09:00-17:00
