In that year, Hunan, Guizhou, and Guangxi traveled thousands of miles by car. I was in Yuangu Town, Qiandongnan Town, Guizhou

Hunan, Guizhou, Guangxi, Hubei, Anhui, and Jiangsu traveled thousands of miles by car. I watched the Wuyang River in Yuangu Town, Qiandongnan Town, Guizhou Province May 23]

Depart from Guiyang City, Guizhou Province by self-driving, arrive at Qiandongnan Miao and Dong Autonomous Prefecture in 4 hours, and start a two-day tour in Qiandongnan Museum▏Zhenyuan Ancient Town Ancient Houses, Ancient Lanes, Ancient Wharf▏Zhenyuan Ancient Town Shiping Mountain▏

Travel report:

On May 1, 2021, Qingdao will set off by self-driving. It will take 40 days, with a journey of 10,200 kilometers, passing through 6 provinces and 30 cities, and successfully completing the self-driving ten-thousand-mile trip plan in Hunan, Guizhou, Guangxi, Hubei, Anhui, and Jiangsu.

There is no reason to travel, because the scenery is there!

Traveling is the practice of mood.

Another meaning of travel is to find beauty in places where others are tired of living!

The sky is winding, and what attracts you is always the distance.

For a travel enthusiast, Guizhou Qiandongnan Miao and Dong Autonomous Prefecture is a place that should be visited. If you are tired of the crowds and rows of shops in the scenic area, and want to find a place where you can relax your mind and mind, the secret place Qiandongnan is a place you can consider.

Life perception:

After retirement, traveling has become an important part of my life and a habit. If I don't go out for a while, I feel like something is missing. I feel itchy in my heart, like grass growing. I don't sleep well, and I don't eat well. Strange, as long as you go out, everything will be fine. During the journey, climb the mountains, walk across the rivers, enter the ancient villages, admire the red classics, and feel the majesty and beauty of the mountains and rivers of the motherland.

Preface;

Guizhou Qiandongnan Miao and Dong Autonomous Prefecture:

Qiandongnan Miao and Dong Autonomous Prefecture is located in the southeast of Guizhou Province, on the southeastern edge of the Yunnan-Guizhou Plateau, bordering Hunan in the east and Guangxi in the south. There are more than 20 ethnic groups living in the territory, including Miao, Dong, Han, Buyi, and Shui. The ethnic customs are very strong. Here are the largest Miao villages and Dong villages in the world, unique stilted buildings, wind and rain bridges, and drum towers. There are Dong songs like the sound of nature, and dazzling embroidery, silver ornaments, and batik...

Zhenyuan Ancient Town, Qiandongnan Miao and Dong Autonomous Prefecture:

Zhenyuan ancient town is located in the southeast of Guizhou, adjacent to the west of Hunan. It is known as the key of Yunnan and Guizhou and the throat of entering Guizhou. It has always been an important town in the east of Guizhou and known as the maze in central Guizhou. There are Qinglong Cave, ancient dwellings, ancient piers, ancient wells, ancient lanes, ancient buildings and the rippling Wuyang River in the area.

Learn about the history of Qiandongnan Zhenyuan:

Zhenyuan has a long history. It has a history of nearly 2,300 years since it was established as a county in the 30th year of King Qin Zhao (277 BC).

The ancient town of Zhenyuan was located at the junction of Wuxi Man and Baiyue people in history.

Song Baoyou built Huangping City in November of the sixth year, and named it Zhenyuan Prefecture, which was the beginning of the name Zhenyuan.

In the fourth year of Hongwu in the Ming Dynasty, it was changed to Zhenyuan Mansion, and in the 29th year of Wanli, it was changed to Zhenyuanwei.

In the 22nd year of Emperor Kangxi of the Qing Dynasty, Zhenyuanwei was merged into the county.

On November 8, 1949, Zhenyuan was liberated and became the residence of the Zhenyuan Commissioner's Office.

In 1956, Qiandongnan Miao and Dong Autonomous Prefecture was established, and Zhenyuan was the capital of the autonomous prefecture.

In 1958, the state capital was moved to Kaili, and Zhenyuan was changed to a county.

In 1986, it was listed as a national historical and cultural city by the State Council.

Memory: For Qingdao people who come from the seaside, maybe they have been looking at the beauty of the sea for too long, and the attraction of the sea is not so strong anymore. I always look forward to the scenery of Qiandongnan, Guizhou. I yearn for the long history and beautiful scenery of Qiandongnan, Guizhou, and the unforgettable food of Qiandongnan, Guizhou, which always affects and attracts me. The wonderful imagination that travels through time and space forces me to embark on this mysterious journey. .

Departure from Qingdao on May 1, 2021: Route map for self-driving ten thousand miles in Hunan, Guizhou, Guangxi, Hubei, Anhui and Jiangsu;

Depart from Qingdao---Yueyang City, Hunan Province---Changsha City, Hunan Province---Shaoshan City, Hunan Province---Hengyang City, Hunan Province---Yongzhou City, Hunan Province---Loudi City, Hunan Province---Shaoyang City, Hunan Province City --- Huaihua City, Hunan Province --- Zhangjiajie City, Hunan Province --- Xiangxi Tujia and Miao Autonomous Prefecture, Hunan Province --- Jishou City, Hunan Province --- Tongren City, Guizhou Province --- Zunyi City, Guizhou Province --- Guizhou Anshun City --- Guiyang City, Guizhou Province --- Qiandongnan Miao and Dong Autonomous Prefecture, Guizhou Province --- Qiannan Buyi and Miao Autonomous Prefecture, Guizhou Province --- Hechi City, Guangxi Province --- Baise City, Guangxi Province --- Guangxi Province Chongzuo City --- Nanning City, Guangxi Province --- Guigang City, Guangxi Province --- Laibin City, Guangxi Province --- Liuzhou City, Guangxi Province --- Yangshuo City, Guangxi Province --- Guilin City, Guangxi Province --- Hubei Province Xianning City---Huanggang City, Hubei Province---Xuancheng City, Anhui Province---Wuhu City, Anhui Province---Hefei City, Anhui Province---Chuzhou City, Anhui Province---Nanjing City, Jiangsu Province---Yangzhou City, Jiangsu Province ---Qingdao City

Budget for traveling by car:

According to my travel experience, as long as long-distance self-driving trips do not purchase items, stay in fast hotels or farmhouses, do not eat too extravagantly, and reduce the cost of sightseeing in scenic spots, the husband and wife can basically guarantee all expenses with 400 yuan per day.

Summary of itinerary; 【Southeast Guizhou】

person; couple

Way: self-guided tour

means of transportation; self-driving car

Cost: 400 yuan per person (including gasoline, highway fees, board and lodging fees, tickets, etc.)

Tell me about this trip:

For Qiandongnan, Guizhou, I used to go to Guizhou due to time constraints, and hurriedly passed by Guiyang City. This time, the fifteenth stop of the Hunan, Guizhou, and Guizhou Self-Driving Thousand Miles Tour is arranged in Qiandongnan, Guizhou. I drove from Guiyang City to Qiandongnan for a tour. I was intoxicated by the beautiful scenery along the way and every bit of Qiandongnan. Started the trip to Qiandongnan.

This is the most suitable place for couples to travel, stroll together, and interpret the magnificent and dynamic landscapes in nature. Appreciate the beautiful scenery surrounded by undulating peaks and lush forests, taste the delicacies of Qiandongnan, and walk along the Qiandongnan River at night to have a panoramic view of Qiandongnan's scenery.

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1. Origin of Qiandongnan in Guizhou

For Qiandongnan, Guizhou, I used to go to Guizhou due to time constraints, and hurriedly passed by Qiandongnan. This time, the fifteenth stop of the Hunan, Guizhou, and Guangxi self-driving trip is arranged in Qiandongnan. Let’s take a closer look at Qiandongnan . After the Spring Festival this year, I made a self-driving ten-thousand-mile travel plan in Hunan, Guizhou, and Guangxi. In the beautiful season of Hunan, Guizhou, and Guangxi in May, the couple went all the way south to see the beautiful scenery in southeastern Guizhou. Breathe the air of Qiandongnan, taste the cuisine of Qiandongnan, and put down your pride.

2. Preparation for departure

There is no reason to worry about it, just take a trip as soon as you say it. For the trip, make all kinds of preparations for departure, understand the weather conditions at the destination, and make a list of needed items.

3. Itinerary for Hunan, Guizhou, and Guizhou self-driving ten thousand miles in Southeast Guizhou;

Day1: Qiandongnan Zhenyuan Ancient Town, Zhenyuan Ancient Town Wuyang River Style, Zhenyuan Ancient Town Zhusheng Bridge, Zhenyuan Ancient Town Qinglong Cave, Zhenyuan Ancient Town Museum

Day2: Zhenyuan Ancient Town Ancient Houses, Ancient Lanes, Ancient Wharf, Zhenyuan Ancient Town Shiping Mountain

Travel information:

1. Self-driving car [Guiyang City, Guizhou---Yuangu Town, Qiandongnan Town, Guizhou]

On May 23, 2021, the departure time of Anshun City, Guizhou Expressway is 06.00 o'clock, and the time of arrival at Yuangu Town, Qiandongnan Town, Guizhou Province is 10.00 o'clock on May 23, 2021. The mileage is 260 kilometers and the driving time is 4 hours.

If you have any questions about travel, feel free to leave a message to me

memory:

Hunan, Guizhou, Guangxi, Hubei, Anhui, Jiangsu self-driving ten thousand miles [15th stop] the essence of Yuangu Town, Qiandongnan Town, Guizhou:

The moment you lower your head, you realize the road under your feet. There are no wings left in the sky, but birds are flying.

Self-driving tour route in Guiyang City, Guizhou: Depart from Guiyang City---Yuangu Town, Qiandongnan Town [high speed 260 kilometers, 4 hours]

Day1: Yuangu Town, Qiandongnan Town [free admission]

Zhenyuan Ancient Town is a town under the jurisdiction of Zhenyuan County, Qiandongnan Miao and Dong Autonomous Prefecture, Guizhou Province. It is located on the Bank of Wuyang River and surrounded by mountains. The river meanders through the city in an S shape, with the old Fucheng on the north bank and the old Acropolis on the south bank, which looks like a Tai Chi picture from a distance.

Zhenyuan has a long history. It has a history of nearly 2,300 years since it was established as a county in the 30th year of King Qin Zhao (277 BC).

The two cities of Zhenyuan Ancient Town were built in the Ming Dynasty, and there are still some city walls and gates. There are quite a lot of ancient buildings, traditional dwellings, and historical docks inside and outside the city.

Zhenyuan Ancient Town is known as the key to Dian Chu and the gateway to Eastern Guizhou.

Zhenyuan Ancient Town is an ancient city that exudes tolerance, freedom and harmony. Walking on the Qingshiban Road in Zhenyuan, you will feel as if you have traveled through a time tunnel and came to the Jiangnan water town more than 2,000 years ago.

The ancient city of Zhenyuan is divided into two parts by the Wuyang River. The north bank is the place where the old soldiers were stationed, which is called the Acropolis, and the south bank is the place where the administrative agencies and civilian businesses gather, which is called the Fucheng.

In December 1986, with the approval of the State Council, the ancient city of Zhenyuan was named a famous historical and cultural city.

On January 7, 2020, it was identified as a national 5A-level tourist attraction by the Ministry of Culture and Tourism.

Zhenyuan Ancient Town Style

Stay at the farmhouse in Zhenyuan Ancient Town

Zhenyuan Ancient Town Farmhouse

Sit in the hotel and watch the Wuyang River

Sitting in the hotel watching the train

Sitting in the hotel and looking at the houses

Day1: Wuyang River in Zhenyuan Ancient Town

The Wuyang River in Zhenyuan Ancient Town winds through the whole city in an S shape from west to east, forming nine mountains and one water, one water and two cities.

Zhenyuan Ancient Town's unique Tai Chi picture ancient city style, where the mountains and rivers are integrated into one, and man and nature are one, is known as the Oriental Venice by Chinese and foreign tourists.

Stroll along the bank of Wuyang River, where the mountains are towering and green, and the waters are green. The ancient and beautiful Wuyang River flows quietly between the two cities of Fuwei. The two large stone arch bridges are like two ties crossing the river.

Stroll along the Wuyang River

Day1: Zhusheng Bridge in Zhenyuan Ancient Town

Zhusheng Bridge is a landmark building in the ancient city of Zhenyuan. Zhusheng Bridge was originally named Wuxi Bridge, and the locals call it Old Bridge.

Wuxi Bridge was renamed Zhusheng Bridge to celebrate Kangxi's 60th birthday. The bridge connects Fucheng in the west and Zhongyuan Cave in the northern section of Zhonghe Mountain in the east. It is a large stone bridge across the Wuyang River.

Zhusheng Bridge is built of large square bluestone, with a total length of 135 meters, a width of 8.1 meters, and a height of 14 meters, with a total of 7 holes.

Zhusheng Bridge and Kuixing Pavilion, the seven-hole semi-circular piers seem to form natural circles under the reflection of the green and calm Wuyang River. We can't help admiring the perfect combination of nature, man and man.

"Couples of the Zhusheng Bridge" sweeps away the smoke from the five streams, the Han Dynasty sends the floats to support the bucket, splits the heavy post road, and the Burmese ride across the bridge on elephants. It also makes people look for the long and profound history of the ancient city.

Zhusheng Bridge is the landmark of the ancient town. Since it was once the main channel connecting Hunan and Guizhou, it has been known as the throat of Hunan and Guizhou since ancient times.

Zhusheng bridge style

Kuixing Pavilion of Zhusheng Bridge

Zhusheng Bridge Hanfu Performance

Zhusheng Bridge Miao and Dong Costume Show

The bridge heads on both sides of the Zhusheng Bridge are under the high mountains, just like a bridge connecting two mountains, which is quite spectacular. The south side of the bridge is the ancient town of Zhenyuan.

Day1: Qinglong Cave, Zhenyuan Ancient Town【Tickets】

Qinglong Cave was built in the middle of the Ming Dynasty. It has a history of 500 years. The holy bridge and the incense burner rock are composed of 36 single buildings in six parts, a religious cultural tourist attraction and an architectural expo area.

Qinglong Cave is located at the foot of Zhonghe Mountain, beside the Wuyang River. Boulders and caves merged into one. Taoism, Confucianism, and Buddhism each set up temples, interspersed with their terrain.

Qinglong Cave has both the architectural style of the Central Plains and the characteristics of the Miao and Dong stilted stilts, so that it is called the Southern Hanging Temple and the Ancient Architecture Museum of Guizhou.

Qinglong Cave

guide

Qinglong Cave--Zhongyuan Temple

Qinglong Cave ----- Sutra Library

Qinglong Cave

Qinglong Cave-----Zhongyuan Cave

Qinglong Cave ----- Zhongyuan Cave to see Zhusheng Bridge

Qinglong Cave----Wengong Temple

View of Wuyang River from Wengong Temple

Ziyang Academy

View of Wuyang River from Qinglong Cave

Looking at Qinglong Cave from Wuyang River

Day2: Ancient houses, ancient alleys, and ancient piers in Zhenyuan Ancient Town

Walking through the Zhusheng Bridge is an old street. The lanes here are criss-crossed, with ancient buildings on both sides, cornices and corners, a quiet, we seem to walk through the tunnel of time.

Stepping on the bluestone road more than 200 years ago, looking at the acropolis built in the Ming and Qing Dynasties, and stroking the high fire walls on both sides of the lane, looking for the ancient dwellings left by the merchants in the Qing Dynasty, it is like traveling through time and space and returning to the city. ancient times.

Zhenyuan Ancient Town Old Street

Yandi Palace, also known as the Temple of Fire, is said to be a very small palace in Yandi Palace, which is the best place to photograph Yuping Mountain. The majesty of the whole mountain and the unique shape of the palace are natural.

The layout of the ancient city of Zhenyuan is very interesting. The Wuyang River twists in an S shape, drawing a perfect Tai Chi arc in the ancient city. On one side is Fucheng and on the other is Acropolis.

The buildings on both sides of the streets in Zhenyuan Ancient City are facing the river on one side and the mountains on the other.

Behind the street on the mountain side of Zhenyuan Ancient City are intricate laneways. These lanes in Zhenyuan Ancient City are built along the mountain, layer by layer, full of rhythm, like a row of piano keys.

Zhenyuan Ancient Town Old Street

Zhenyuan Ancient Town Ancient Wharf

Day2: Ancient Alleys of Zhenyuan Ancient Town

The ancient city of Zhenyuan, its architectural style is blue bricks and black tiles, high-sealed fire walls, cornices and corners, carved beams and painted buildings. Every bluestone slab and every blue brick records historical relics and weeps the vicissitudes of the thousand-year-old town.

Zhenyuan Ancient Town is a place with beautiful mountains and rivers.

The ancient alleys in the ancient city of Zhenyuan are known as crooked ways. The alleys here have the quietness of Beijing's hutongs without the rigidity of rules.

The alleys in the ancient city of Zhenyuan have the beauty of water towns like the alleys in the south of the Yangtze River, but they do not have a flat and slopeless layout.

The alleys in Zhenyuan Ancient City have the style of Chongqing Mountain Alleys, but without the noisy atmosphere of the city.

There are alleys in the alleys of Zhenyuan ancient city, wells in the alleys, ditches under the alleys, alleys face the wharf, alleys lead to post roads, and deep houses and courtyards.

There is a saying that there are six signs and ten alleys in the ancient city of Zhenyuan. Now there are still 8 ancient alleys in the ancient city, Sifangjing Alley, Fuxing Alley, Renshou Alley, Chongzikou Alley, Miwharf Alley and so on.

Zhenyuan Ancient Town Ancient Alley

Day2: Zhenyuan Ancient Town Museum [free admission]

Zhenyuan Ancient Town Museum

Day2: Shiping Mountain in Zhenyuan Ancient Town [ticket purchase]

Shiping Mountain is the northern barrier of Yuangu Town, a famous historical and cultural town in China. The main peak is 668.1 meters, which belongs to the Qilian Mountains system, with many rocky peaks, majestic and steep.

Zhenyuan Ancient Town Shiping Mountain

simple dinner

appreciate

When it gets dark in the evening, the whole ancient city is lit up with lights, and the colorful ancient city becomes more charming.

At night, under the illumination of colorful lights, the calm water of Wuyang River sparkles, and the weeping willows of the houses reflected on the river surface become extremely beautiful, and the ancient city of Zhenyuan seems to be a heaven and earth.

Overlook the entire Zhenyuan ancient city at night, appreciate the charm of the ancient city, the scenery is beautiful and amazing.

Ancient Town of Night Town

Zhenyuan ancient city in the morning

If you travel, you may not necessarily spend much money, and if you do not travel, you may not necessarily save much money, nor may you be able to become rich. In life, there are not many times that really belong to you. Living according to your own mind is the best life. When the sun is just right and the breeze is not dry, go meet the people you want to see, see the scenery you want to see, this is a beautiful life

The mountains and rivers along the way are connected and undulating. The zigzag and winding road circling on the mountainside winds around the green hills like strands of ribbons, forming a unique and beautiful scenery. The hazy distant mountains are shrouded in a layer of veil, shadowy, indistinct and far away in the misty clouds and smoke.

You Gan: I am a person who loves to walk around. I have walked through countless mountains and rivers, rivers and lakes. From the south of the colorful clouds in the west, to the Yellow Sea and Bohai Sea in the east, Putuo, which has visited the East China Sea, and continue southward to Hainan, from the Central Plains to Sichuan and Lhasa in the southwest, and from Gansu to Shanxi to Xinjiang in the northwest. , the places you yearn for, look for the highlights of the itinerary, and record them carefully. Most of the love for a place is for someone, something, or a certain experience, as well as the beautiful scenery. Friends, travel to Qiandongnan, Guizhou.

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