Scenic spot introduction:
Jianshui Scenic Area consists of two parts: Jianshui Ancient City and Yanzi Cave Scenic Area. There are well-preserved and large-scale Confucian Temples here, as well as a large number of ancient buildings such as Chaoyang Tower, Shuanglong Bridge, Zhilin Temple, and Zhu Family Garden. It is located in Jianshui County, covering an area of 115.5 square kilometers. Jianshui, known as Lin'an in ancient times, is a famous historical and cultural city in China. It has nearly a hundred ancient temples and many well-preserved ancient houses, which can be called the "Museum of Ancient Architecture". Swallow Cave is "one of the largest and most spectacular caves in Asia". In spring and summer, millions of swifts fly and nest in their nests. Every year, it attracts countless Chinese and foreign tourists to feast their eyes on it.Attractions distribution:
The main attractions in Jianshui Scenic Area include: Jianshui Ancient City, Zhu Family Garden, Chaoyang Tower, Swallow Cave, Shuanglong Bridge, Jianshui Confucian Temple, etc.Scenic spot features:
Photography, hiking, leisure, sightseeing, vacation, historic sites, ancient towns, cavesBest time to visit:
It is suitable for all seasons, but the best time to visit Yanzi Cave is August 8 of the lunar calendar every year.
Shopping recommendations:
Jianshui blue and white porcelain, sweet and sour pomegranate, Jianshui bird's nest, Jianshui purple pottery, etc.
Scenic spot location:
China>Yunnan Province>Honghe Hani and Yi Autonomous Prefecture>Jianshui County
How to get there:
(Shuttle bus) Take the shuttle bus to Gejiu, Kaiyuan and Mengzi at Jianshui Passenger Station and get off at Yanzidong. The ticket is 10 yuan and it takes about 30 minutes to
arrive. The drop-off point is 2 kilometers away from the entrance of the scenic spot. You can walk there, or take a local minibus. The fare is 8 yuan and it takes 3 minutes to get there.
Scenic area map:
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Jianshui ticket price:
Tickets for Jianshui Yanzi Cave in peak season are RMB 80 and tickets in off-season are RMB 50;
Tickets to Jianshui Ancient City are free;
Tickets to Jianshui Confucian Temple are RMB 60;
Tickets to Zhujia Garden are RMB 50 Yuan;
Tickets for Chaoyang Tower are 20 Yuan.
Scenic area opening hours:
Jianshui Yanzi Cave is open from 9:00–17:00;
Jianshui Ancient City is open all day.
