towns – Spress https://en.spress.net Spress is a general newspaper in English which is updated 24 hours a day. Wed, 23 Jun 2021 17:27:05 +0000 en-US hourly 1 191965906 The ten most beautiful towns in China, how many have you been to? https://en.spress.net/the-ten-most-beautiful-towns-in-china-how-many-have-you-been-to/ Wed, 23 Jun 2021 17:27:05 +0000 https://en.spress.net/the-ten-most-beautiful-towns-in-china-how-many-have-you-been-to/ In China, there are many beautiful small towns that can relieve our gloomy mood. They are not magnificent, but they have their own unique style. They are not prosperous. However, there are always one or two scenes that instantly hit us and envelop us. The heart of the thick shell. In this issue, we will take you to the top ten most beautiful towns in China.

  1. Wuzhen, a living fossil of oriental culture

    Wuzhen has a history of more than 6,000 years and has typical characteristics of a water town in the south of the Yangtze River. It has still fully preserved the style and structure of the ancient water town in the late Qing Dynasty and the Republic of China.

    Its unique layout of towns with rivers forming streets, bridges as roads, streets and bridges interdependent, and roads and waters, constitutes a beautiful picture of people with small bridges and flowing water, standing quietly in the water pavilion and stone alley, which makes people There is a wonderful illusion that travels through time and space.

    Among the many buildings in Wuzhen, the most typical and characteristic is the Water Pavilion. Half of it is on the shore and half of the attic suspended in the water, for several miles, while the water is on the boat, the boat passes under the window, rippling in the meantime!

  2. Fenghuang, an ancient town in Border Town

    Phoenix is ​​named after the mountain on the back of it resembles a phoenix. It is a gathering place of ethnic minorities dominated by the Miao and Tujia nationalities.

In addition to the unique ethnic customs and beautiful landscapes of Phoenix, the most attractive thing is the architectural monuments of Ming and Qing Dynasties. Strolling on the stone street in the city, on both sides are the quaint courtyards from the Ming and Qing Dynasties, as well as the towers made of purple sandstone, the blue brick walls, and the atmosphere of ancient history permeates every corner. 3. Yi Yaoli, the hometown of ceramics Yaoli is a small town under the city of Jingdezhen. Because it is adjacent to Jingdezhen, it is quite famous for its ceramic craftsmanship, and is known as the “Holly Origin, the Hometown of Tea, and the Sea of ​​Forests”. The beauty of Yaoli is different from other tourist towns. It is located in a mountainous area with a forest coverage rate of 94%. As there is no excessive development, the natural landscape and ancient buildings are well preserved. 4. Lijiang, a paradise on earth The ancient city of Lijiang has a history of more than 800 years. Xu Xiake described the official residence of the Mu clan chieftain in the ancient town of Lijiang in “Diary of a Tour to Yunnan”: style. In addition to Mufu, Lijiang also has Wangu Tower, Black Dragon Pond, and cultures that contain the essence of the Naxi, Han, Bai, Yi, and Tibetan ethnic groups. They complement each other and blend together. The mystery of Dongba culture gives it even more. Added a bit of original color. 5. The source of peach blossoms in Wuyuan The beauty of Wuyuan comes from its most simple and primitive beauty. The rape blossoms in early spring, the red maple leaves in autumn, and the characteristic village buildings will make you have to be amazed. Wuyuan has well preserved 113 ancient ancestral halls of the Ming and Qing dynasties, the 28th building of the ancient mansion, 36 ancient houses and 187 ancient bridges. Reflecting the scattered villages in the water, the weeping willows swaying in the wind by the river, and the smoke rising in the evening, all these elements are like the Taoyuan Wonderland described by a top painter. 6. Heaven and Earth, Jiuzhaigou Jiusaigou is the first nature reserve in China whose main purpose is to protect natural wind. It consists of a valley with a depth of more than 50 dry meters, most of which is covered by forests. There are Shuzheng Village and Heye Village in the ditch. It was named after nine Tibetan villages. It is a piece of land that has never been polluted. It has a distinctive scenery that changes in the four seasons of spring, summer, autumn and winter, and has won the reputation of “Heaven on Earth, Heaven on Earth”. In summer, she is lush and full of vitality; in winter, white snowflakes dance like spirits in this quiet valley, making people forget all the disputes in the world. 7. Pingyao, a famous cultural city The ancient city of Pingyao is a famous cultural city with a history of more than 2,700 years. It is also known as the “four best-preserved ancient cities” together with Langzhong in Sichuan, Lijiang in Yunnan, and Shexian in Anhui. It is also the only ancient city in my country that has successfully declared the world cultural heritage with the entire ancient city. Ancient county town. Pingyao is known as “Little Beijing”. The wooden structure of Zhenguo Temple, the colored sculpture of Shuanglin Temple and the vicissitudes of the ancient city wall are collectively called the Pingyao Three Treasures. In the meantime, it’s like traveling to the Ming and Qing dynasties, with courtyards, slab streets, shops, temples, and residential buildings with ancient characteristics appearing in front of you, which can not help but create the illusion of going back in time. 8, the ancient city of Fengshui Langzhong The ancient city of Langzhong is said to be a city of Fengshui because the location and architecture of this place are very compatible with Fengshui. The location of the ancient city is completely in accordance with the theory of ancient Fengshui in my country, and it is in line with the “four disciplines of geography”-“dragon” and “sand”. The image of “six” and “water”. The checkerboard pattern of buildings in the city forms a group of buildings with different styles such as “half-bead”, “product” and “multi” shapes. It is a complete example of the complete “Heaven and Man” in the selection of ancient city sites in my country. The city still preserves 1.78 square kilometers of ancient street scrolls with Tang and Song patterns and Ming and Qing styles, and thousands of ancient courtyards. 9. Zhouzhuang, a small ink painting town Zhouzhuang is a typical Jiangnan town, although it is small but very delicate. 60% of the residences here still retain the Ming and Qing styles. There are nearly a hundred classical houses and more than 60 brick gatehouses. The bricks and tiles used in people’s lives are all cultural relics. When visitors walk into this place, they walk into history. The ancient town is surrounded by water, the river is the street, and the street is connected by bridges, so that visitors can hear the sound of the water no matter which direction they are walking in, and see the awning boats that go back and forth on the water. Boats are the most common means of transportation here. People live by the water, and even if they go out to a door, they need to row and row along the river. 10. Xitang, a Thousand-Year Water Village Xitang is a thousand-year-old ancient town. There are 9 rivers in the ancient town, which cut the town into 8 plates. This natural pattern has also derived many bridges with unique characteristics. It is called “Nine Dragons Holding a Pearl” or “Eight Faces”. The beauty of Xitang is typical of the tranquil beauty of the south of the Yangtze River. When the sun sets, the setting sun is slanting, fishing boats sing late, and it is like a poetic picture. After reading the ten most beautiful towns in China, how many have you been to? Like our sharing, welcome to follow forward or comment!

]]> 27103 One of the top ten famous towns in Sichuan, an important post on the Southern Silk Road, dependent on mountains and rivers https://en.spress.net/one-of-the-top-ten-famous-towns-in-sichuan-an-important-post-on-the-southern-silk-road-dependent-on-mountains-and-rivers/ Wed, 23 Jun 2021 06:24:07 +0000 https://en.spress.net/one-of-the-top-ten-famous-towns-in-sichuan-an-important-post-on-the-southern-silk-road-dependent-on-mountains-and-rivers/ The ancient town of Shangli, located 27 kilometers outside the city of Ya’an in Sichuan, is an important post on the Southern Silk Road and a famous historical and cultural town in Sichuan. A friend in Chengdu said that if you go to Western Sichuan, you can play Shangli Ancient Town and Liujiang Ancient Town, and you don’t need to go to other ancient towns. So of course I have to come and take a look at it. At the tourist distribution center outside Ya’an city, take a yellow bun and go to the ancient town for about half an hour. There are many homestays in the town, settled well, just walk around. There were no people on the street either. There were dark brown wooden buildings on both sides, but there were more shops open for business than Liujiang. Flowers and grasses are indispensable in the ancient town, and the hydrangea is blooming well at the door of this store. Take a photo. Mirabilis, when I was young, it was called Yefanhua in the countryside because it always bloomed in the evening. From the beautiful and beautiful Liujiang Ancient Town with open water to here, I always feel that Shangli Ancient Town is not enough to see, but after a few steps, I saw the river and the old bridge covered with green vines. I feel that Shangli also has its special features. The beauty. Compared with Liujiang, it is smaller and more refined, with a hint of firework. The old slate bridge is covered with moss and vines, reflecting in the water, as thick as an oil painting. There are scattered Ming and Qing buildings, towering ancient trees in the ancient town, and there are many relics of Tang and Song Dynasties on the Ancient Tea Horse Road. Han Family Courtyard. The parents at the door all encouraged us to go in and take a look, saying that the inside was very big and beautiful. Anyway, the tickets are not expensive, 10 yuan per person, just go in. When I walked in, the courtyard looked like it had just been celebrated. There were tables and chairs laid out before being removed. Several fellow villagers sat chatting together. There was beef boiled in a pot, gurgling and fragrant heat, and the table was placed on the table. With a large plate of cut beef, people were chatting, drinking and eating meat. An uncle greeted: Come, eat beef! Brother Er and I grabbed two pieces unceremoniously. The owner of this house was probably a martial artist who walked the darts in his early years. The typical buildings in Western Sichuan, with carved beams and painted buildings, are very particular about it. However, it was finally too old and lost its glory. Intricate carvings on the windows. In the lush flowers and trees of the backyard, a cat with a very character. After shopping, continue walking along the old street. There are bamboo utensils for sale on the street, which are indispensable in rural life. The courtyard of a restaurant is large and square, and it can be seen that it is a good family from the past. Deep-fried stalls, there are fish from the river, shrimps, and various insects~~ The Erxian Bridge is the best part of the ancient town. It is a curved arch bridge with green vines all over the bridge. It was built in 1776 and has a history of more than two hundred years. Under the bridge, the green river flows across. Where there is a drop, it looks like a small waterfall. Almost all the shops on the street are open, although there are no people except a few tourists who pass by occasionally. The stage at the end of the street. The restaurant in Linshui, but it’s not time for dinner, so there are no noisy people, and it looks a bit deserted. The bridge on the upper lane is very old, and the weeds grow on the bridge, which looks very old at a glance. Someone was washing by the river, accompanied by a rushing sound. The moss on the bridge attracted me, and I lay there with the second brother and took photos for a long time. It is also very interesting to look at the magnified world under the macro lens. This moss was originally very small, but it was still blooming with needle-sized flowers. Nowhere in the daytime, youth just comes. The moss flowers are as small as rice, and they also learn to bloom peony. It’s getting late, go to dinner with the second brother. An inconspicuous restaurant, but the dishes are really delicious. Especially this bacon and bamboo shoots, the salty bacon, the freshness of the bamboo shoots, and the just right spicyness of the peppers made me and the second senior applaud at the same time. Later, every time we eat a dish that is not satisfactory, we will miss this evening, this bacon bamboo shoot.

]]> 26930 Mengli Wuzhen, one of the many ancient towns in China, I want to go again after I have been there https://en.spress.net/mengli-wuzhen-one-of-the-many-ancient-towns-in-china-i-want-to-go-again-after-i-have-been-there/ Wed, 23 Jun 2021 04:30:08 +0000 https://en.spress.net/mengli-wuzhen-one-of-the-many-ancient-towns-in-china-i-want-to-go-again-after-i-have-been-there/ When it comes to Jiangnan water towns, there will always be endless topics. Their unique style of white walls, black tiles, small bridges and flowing water are also attracting countless tourists. As someone said: “Who doesn’t have the feeling of an ancient town yet, right? Right?”. Among the many ancient water towns, the six ancient towns in the south of the Yangtze River are the most famous, and among these six ancient towns, Wuzhen is definitely one of the best. Regarding the history of Wuzhen, ancestors lived and thrived here more than 7000 years ago, and the history of its establishment as a town has a long history of more than 1,300 years. Looking down on Wuzhen from the air, the dense river channels, the houses built by the river and the ancient stone bridges are the cultural context of the entire Wuzhen. Wandering boats in it bring a moving humanistic atmosphere. Wuzhen is divided into east and west gates. Most of the tourists come to Wuzhen, which is actually Xizha. Wuzhen Xizha not only has the original Jiangnan water town, but also has a profound cultural heritage accumulated over the past millennia. Although Xizha is now a popular 5A tourist attraction with an endless stream of tourists, which is what we call a more serious commercial atmosphere, fortunately, the soul of the ancient water town is still there. There are 12 small islands, more than 70 stone bridges… I believe many people will also take a look when they travel to Wuzhen. The stone bridge is not only an important transportation channel for the Jiangnan water town, but also a beautiful scenery line. The stone bridge in Wuzhen is crowned. The most ancient town in the country, “Qiaoliqiao” is also a major landscape in Wuzhen. It is a must in the bridge landscape, and it is the kind of scenery that you will never tire of. The misty rain in the south of the Yangtze River is hazy, and if it was a light rain, walking in Wuzhen, it would be even more felt. Many people may also know that milk tea Liu Ruoying is the spokesperson of Wuzhen. She once said this: “The heart of Wuzhen, I have been here, and I have never left.” What I want to say is: “Even if you have never been here, you must appear here. In a dream”, it is no wonder that a northerner feels as if he has been there when he first went to Jiangnan Water Village. In the hot summer, the most comfortable time in Wuzhen is in the morning and evening. There are few tourists in Wuzhen in the morning, and you can even see the scene of smoke. In the evening, Wuzhen is relatively more lively. At this time, the temperature is more comfortable and you are walking on the quaint bluestone road. , Or find a small shop to sit down, or sit by the river for a while, it feels very free and comfortable. In this trip to Wuzhen, in addition to walking around the alleys, we also checked in many scenic spots, such as Wuzhen Old Post Office, Zhaoming Academy, Happy Hall, Water Market Wharf, Yuelao Temple, Muxin Art Museum and so on. This old post office is a testimony to the economic prosperity and commercial development of Wuzhen in history. Wuzhen Post Office was founded in 1903 and has a long history of more than 100 years. It is still in use today. You might as well go in and send a postcard to a friend or TA. Water City Pier is a place where you must check in in the morning, and it is also a great place to have breakfast. In the morning, when the morning mist has not cleared, many people have gathered here, and there are also many small shops, including tea houses, snack bars, tofu stalls, butcher shops, a fried dough stick, and a bowl of soy milk. Perhaps it is the start of a beautiful day in the water town. The best way. The natural color dyeing workshop in Wuzhen is an online celebrity check-in spot, especially the large drying field here. Seeing the blue calico hanging straight on the wooden poles in front of you, it feels like stepping into a TV series, which makes people linger. I don’t know, have you been to Wuzhen recently? What special scenery did you encounter? If you haven’t been to Wuzhen, would you come here to check in if you have a chance? Welcome to leave comments.

]]> 26909 There is a small mountain town hidden in southern Zhejiang, rich in natural landscapes, as well as thousand-year old villages and ancient red towns. https://en.spress.net/there-is-a-small-mountain-town-hidden-in-southern-zhejiang-rich-in-natural-landscapes-as-well-as-thousand-year-old-villages-and-ancient-red-towns/ Tue, 22 Jun 2021 17:35:07 +0000 https://en.spress.net/there-is-a-small-mountain-town-hidden-in-southern-zhejiang-rich-in-natural-landscapes-as-well-as-thousand-year-old-villages-and-ancient-red-towns/ This is Xiaoshu’s travel wandering house, watch the world with me. Into Suichang Coming to Suichang, this small city hidden in the mountains of southern Zhejiang has an unparalleled natural environment and humanistic environment. Here you can live in the water, feel the freshest air of nature, and listen to what happened 80 years ago. The red story that happened in the ancient village of the ancient town. The last time I passed Suichang in a hurry, I didn’t have a deep tour. This time, I decided to go deep into Suichang, only to find that there are so many delicious and fun things here. Wait for me to reveal the secret to you all the time. 1. Thousand Foshan There are many mountains in Zhejiang, especially in southern Zhejiang, surrounded by mountains and beautiful mountains, so many trips to Zhejiang will not be able to go around the mountains. In Suichang, Lishui, there is a mountain that is very closely related to the Buddha. Even the name of the mountain bears the word “Buddha”. It is the Thousand Buddha Mountain of Suichang, known as the small Jiuzhai in the south of the Yangtze River. Thousand Buddha Mountain is a national 4A-level tourist attraction. It is located in Shilian Town, Suichang County, 30 kilometers away from the county seat. The transportation is convenient. Generally, everyone chooses to come by car. Because the rocks on the mountain are of different shapes and there are thousands of Buddha statues hidden in the mountain, it is named Qianfo Mountain. It has long been heard that Tang Xianzu, the magistrate of Suichang County in the Ming Dynasty, once praised Qianfoshan with the verses of “Sunset at sunset, Yunxia Cuixuan, rain and wind film, smoke and waves painting boat”, and now you can finally see it. The Future Temple is the most famous attraction in Thousand Buddha Mountain. There is a natural mountain Maitreya Buddha in the temple, with a height of one hundred meters, sitting east facing west, with a kind face and a smile, wearing a natural robes with open Buddha hands to protect all living beings. It is said that since this magical Buddha was discovered, many incredible causes and strange celestial phenomena have occurred in front of the Buddha. At the entrance of Thousand Buddha Mountain, there is an aesthetic space. People who have been to Thousand Buddha Mountain will come to this specially created Yaochi Zen aesthetic experience space. Surrounded by water in front of the door, the natural outdoor courtyard makes people yearn for. The tea room with more than two hundred square meters on the first floor provides tea for pedestrians to rest. Although there is a flow of people, no one makes a lot of noise. Xu is the place where the Buddha lived in awe, awe-inspiring. 2. Dushan Ancient Village When you come to Zhejiang, you must come and visit the primitive ancient villages, especially in the mountains of southern Zhejiang, where there are many primitive ancient villages and ancient villages. Self-driving Suichang, southern Zhejiang, along the Wuxi River into the ancient village in the mountains, there is an ancient village with a history of more than a thousand years, Dushan Ancient Village, a village that is truly hidden in the mountains. The ancient village of Dushan was listed as one of the three historical and cultural protection areas in Zhejiang 30 years ago. The ancient village is built on the mountain and has a quiet and quiet environment. The people here seem to live a life of isolation, outside the mottled residential walls. There are rows of ancient stones piled up, and the stone road has a unique charm, which brings me into the past time. There are not many people in the village. The main surname is Yan, and there are other surnames such as Dong, Feng, Zhang. The folk customs are simple and the villagers live a leisurely life, like a paradise hidden in the mountains, self-sufficient and independent. 3. Wangcunkou Ancient Town Wangcunkou Ancient Town, a red ancient town in the mountains of southern Zhejiang, is called Wangcunkou because most of its residents are named Wang. The ancient town is located in the eastern foothills of Jiulong, a national nature reserve, adjacent to Dushan Village, a provincial historical and cultural reserve in the north, adjacent to scenic spots such as Nanjianyan and Shenlong Valley in the east, Chongshan in the south, and Wuxi River in the west. At the entrance of the ancient town, there is an exhibition hall at the entrance of the Chinese Workers’ and Peasants’ Red Army advancing division struggle history. It is dedicated to telling the prosperous years that took place here. You can come here to learn about the history before visiting the ancient town. The patriotic education base at Wangcunkou has become a red wealth. Red revolutionary elements can be seen everywhere in the ancient town. For example, the predecessor of Cai Xiangmiao was the former site of the Soviet government. As the evening approaches, the red lanterns hung in front of every house are lit up, adding to the simple and isolated atmosphere of the town. When you come to the ancient town of Wangcunkou, you must wear a red army uniform to feel it, so that you can feel it. At the Southern Zhejiang Cadre Hotel, you can rent a red army uniform. Hats, clothes, pants, and belts are all available. Walking in the ancient town, people passing by will say “Look, Little Red Army”. You can come to the Liaoyuan Shooting Center to feel the charm of shooting. The virtual shooting here is still very interesting. 4. Thousand Foshan Hotel & Food This time, I mainly stayed at Qianfoshan Health Hotel, which is located at the exit of the scenic spot. It is very convenient. It is said that it is the most inconsistent Zen rest homestay in Lishui. This is a healthy meditation hotel that integrates accommodation, catering, conferences, leisure, health care, and training. It has more than 60 zen guest rooms, Naran Life Research Institute, DIY health theme restaurant, health SPA, and meditation seminars. , Health preservation place, natural Yaochi Xianju, Naran Life Club living room, is one of China’s four major exercise bases, and one of China’s outdoor yoga health care bases. The hotel rooms are all named with poetry, Qinghuan, Qianmo, Qingqiu… It always reminds people of Wang Wei a thousand years ago. He lived such a life, dwelling in the mountains and sleeping, like meditation into concentration, giving all his body and mind to the mountains and rivers. . The rooms in Thousand Buddha Mountain Hotel are all in the form of tatami mats, with floor-heated Zen rooms and low futons, which are most suitable for meditation and meditation. Bathing, praying, meditation, burning incense… the plants and trees in every room are filled with warmth. I have to say that the hotel’s food is also mouth-watering, all of which are local specialties in Suichang. Suichang Spicy Ribs. The ingredients are simple but sophisticated. Fresh pork ribs, high-quality sweet potato powder, and high-quality peppers are the key to heat. The flavor of old Suichang can be transformed into a pot and a spoon. The ribs are wrapped in the secret sauce, sweet and spicy, spicy and salty, enough to taste and serve, it is a must for those who like spicy food. Farmhouse’s three-story hot pot, the “three-story” hot pot is a famous pig-killing dish. The dish tastes mellow and not spicy. Cut the braised pork that has been sautéed into the bones, fold it in three layers and slowly warm it over the fire. The unique flavors of radish, pork blood, and meat blend together. The more mellow the flavor becomes, the higher the level. The small health hot pot is one serving per person, the portion is just right, and the nutrition is balanced. It includes fungus, vegetables, shrimp meatballs and lamb. Five, Guzhen County Food In the ancient town of Wangcunkou, I was planning to eat Red Army meals, but because I didn’t prepare for the Dragon Boat Festival holiday, I ate some of their home-cooked dishes with the locals. This is really authentic, like some dishes with mint, almost every dish Peppers are used in the dishes, which is also a very magical way of eating. Among the county cuisine, I chose the chef’s restaurant and ordered a few local Suichang specialties, which also impressed me deeply, such as chopped pepper brain flower, dragon’s claw mushroom, beef side bamboo shoot pot, three powdered fruit. It’s a local special dish, there are actually many more, but because I can’t eat spicy, most of the dishes I order are not spicy, but Suichang has a heavy taste, not everyone is used to it. 6. Homestay When you come to Suichang, you have a wide range of accommodation options. You can choose a standardized hotel like Qianfoshan Health Hotel or a homestay. For example, Meixi Homestay, which is not far from Qianfoshan Health Hotel, is a good choice. . The bed and breakfast is very quaint, with a variety of room options, and the rooms next to the river are very large, and the living is very spacious, with its own balcony, and you can enjoy the mountains and rivers on the opposite bank. It is very comfortable.

]]> 26771 The 4 county towns in Shaanxi that are most suitable for health and summer vacations, the environment is so cool and there are many long-lived elderly https://en.spress.net/the-4-county-towns-in-shaanxi-that-are-most-suitable-for-health-and-summer-vacations-the-environment-is-so-cool-and-there-are-many-long-lived-elderly/ Tue, 22 Jun 2021 13:50:06 +0000 https://en.spress.net/the-4-county-towns-in-shaanxi-that-are-most-suitable-for-health-and-summer-vacations-the-environment-is-so-cool-and-there-are-many-long-lived-elderly/ This is Xiao Yu’s travel diary, stop and go, and watch Shaanxi with me. Summer is here, and the weather is getting hotter and hotter. Many friends want to find places suitable for summer vacation, leisure and health preservation. Xiaoyu has recommended several places for everyone one after another, but sometimes the travel experience will inevitably vary from person to person, and it is not absolutely authoritative. However, my country recently announced the 2020 “Top 100 Counties in Health and Health Care in China”, and 4 counties in Shaanxi have been selected. The counties evaluated by experts should be more authoritative. Friends who want to travel in the summer may wish to refer to it. The four counties are: Ankang Shiquan County, Ankang Zhenping County, Baoji Feng County, Tongchuan Yijun County. “Top 100 Health and Health Counties” is the result of a comprehensive investigation, including health and health resources, health and health environment, health and health facilities, and health and health development level. But in any case, a livable and travelable environment is essential. Shaanxi’s selection of these four county towns is not surprising. Because they are all representatives of Shaanxi’s beautiful mountains, waters and scenery, some have been royal summer resorts since ancient times; some are known as “Longevity Towns.” In the scorching summer, pick a wave! Shiquan County: never changed its name in 1500 Does the name of Shiquan County sound like a good environment? Shiquan is easily reminiscent of the famous phrase “Qingquan Shi Shangliu”. In fact, Shiquan County, which was founded in the first year of the Fei Emperor in the Western Wei Dynasty (552 AD), really got its name because of “there are many springs in the rocky crevices in the south of the city, and the runoff is endless”. In 1500, this small city located in the hinterland of Qinba and on the banks of the Han River has never been renamed, and the landscape seems to have become its background. Shiquan has a good ecological environment, with beautiful mountains and clear waters and a forest coverage rate of 72.2%. It is also an important water conservation area for the National South-to-North Water Diversion Project. The tourism industry in Shiquan is relatively mature. For example, Houliu Water Village, Yanxiang Cave, Yanshan Waterfall, Zhongba Grand Canyon, etc., are all well-known scenic spots in the province. I have visited Shiquan County many times before and after, and I am still very impressed with this county seat. When visiting Shiquan, in addition to seeing the scenery and visiting scenic spots, you can also taste the famous stone pot fish. Shiquan Old Street is full of shops selling stone pot fish. Don’t miss it when you come here. Zhenping County: The Hometown of Chinese Longevity Culture Zhenping County is located at the southernmost tip of Shaanxi, adjacent to Hubei and Chongqing. It is a small mountain town with “one foot in three provinces”. Because of the heavy mountain barriers, Zhenping has always been in a state of being “raised in a deep boudoir without knowing it.” The highway was just opened here in August last year. Although it still takes 4 to 5 hours to drive from Xi’an, it is much more convenient than before. Zhenping is located at the source of Danjiang Reservoir. Its forest coverage rate is as high as 86.4%, and its annual average temperature is 12.1℃. It is known as the “natural heart of the country, Bashan medicine township, and health paradise”. How good is the natural environment in Zhenping? Look at the longevity elderly here! As of 2020, there are 191 elderly people over 90 years old in Zhenping, and the oldest person is 104 years old, far exceeding the international and domestic longevity standards. Because Zhenping is also “the hometown of Chinese longevity culture”. Compared with Shiquan, the scenic spots in Zhenping are not too famous. Feidu Gorge, Jixinling, and Lawei Town are the main scenic spots in the county. In summer, friends who want to find a small town to take the summer vacation for retirement, might as well consider Zhenping! Feng County: Located in the small town of “South Shaanxi” in Guanzhong Fengxian County is located at the southern foot of the Qinling Mountains and the source of the Jialing River. With a forest coverage rate of 80.4%, this small city with a population of 110,000 makes it a good place to escape the summer heat. Although the administrative area of ​​Fengxian County belongs to Baoji City, it can be regarded as a small city in southern Shaanxi in a geographical sense. Feng County is also rich in tourism resources. There are Jialing River Source Scenic Area, Tongtian River Forest Park, Fengxian Zibai Mountain, Lingguan Gorge Scenic Area, Xiaosha Temple Scenic Area, Phoenix Lake Scenic Area, and so on. In addition to self-driving, you can also take a green train to Fengxian. In this way, you can not only appreciate the scenery along the line, but also feel the elegance of China’s first electrified railway-Baocheng Railway, which is a different kind of travel experience. Yijun County: China’s Summer City Compared with the first three county towns, Yijun County, located in Tongchuan City, is a small town in Guanzhong. Many people don’t understand Yijun, and they may have questions: Why is this place known as “China’s Summer City”? In fact, as early as the Tang Dynasty, Yijun was the seat of the Royal Summer Palace. The county name of Yijun also came because of “suitable for the emperor to escape the summer heat.” Yijun County has an average elevation of 1395 meters and an average summer temperature of only 19℃. It is a veritable summer resort. Yijun County has a pleasant climate, a long history, and both cultural and natural sights. For example, Xuanzang hand-planted the Sala tree, the Northern Wei Dynasty Grottoes, Yunmeng Mountain Taoist Resort, the Great Wall of the Wei Dynasty in the Warring States Period, dry farming terraces, the scenic spot of Fudi Lake and so on. In addition, it is only 130 kilometers away from Xi’an, and it can be reached in 2 hours by car. Compared with other counties, it has more transportation advantages. It is worth visiting. Have you ever traveled to these 4 county towns in Shaanxi that will be selected as one of the top 100 healthy and healthy counties in China in 2020? Which one do you prefer? There are other small towns that are not on the list but suitable for health and wellness, and everyone is welcome to recommend them~ If you want to know more about less popular and fun tourist destinations, you are welcome to pay attention to Xiaoyu’s travel diary. Discover more beautiful worlds with Xiaoyu!

]]> 26717 A trip to Morocco in North Africa: Meet the blue and white towns on the Atlantic Ocean https://en.spress.net/a-trip-to-morocco-in-north-africa-meet-the-blue-and-white-towns-on-the-atlantic-ocean/ Thu, 17 Jun 2021 12:55:07 +0000 https://en.spress.net/a-trip-to-morocco-in-north-africa-meet-the-blue-and-white-towns-on-the-atlantic-ocean/

A small country actually has its advantages, especially for those of us foreign tourists who come to North Africa. This trip to Morocco, a small country in Africa, only has a one-week time budget, but you can basically visit the main cities and towns of Morocco: Chefchaouen, Asilah, Casablanca, Marrakech, Essaouira, almost a day or two Can win a city, after all, the distance between the city and the city is not far, driving by car is the most ideal way to travel. Driving east from the world-class “net red and blue city” Chefchaouen, a two-and-a-half-hour drive can reach Asilah, a quiet small town on the shore of the Atlantic Ocean. The closest Moroccan city to this small town is Tangier, which is where you reach from Spain across the Strait of Gibraltar. So this town, like Tangier, has a very strong southern Spain style. Almost all the buildings in the small town are It is a combination of white and blue, so it is also called “blue and white town”. Fortunately, the road conditions on this road are good and there are few cars. The first feeling of entering Asilah City is quiet. Along the way, I couldn’t imagine what Asilah would be like, what kind of story would happen. For Asilah, I can’t find a guide at all. Even where the Riad bed and breakfast I booked is, I found it in a daze. I don’t know how other tourists find this secret place. It is completely different from other Moroccan cities and small towns I have visited. The biggest feeling is that there are very few people here, and there are even fewer tourists. The strongest feeling after coming to the town is that the world is suddenly muted, and all noise and interference are blocked. I have been to Essaouira and Chefchaouen. My initial hypothesis: Asilah will be a fusion of them-because there is the Atlantic Ocean like Essaouira, it should be warm and slightly salty. The smell of the sea breeze and the fisherman who fished; because it is closer to Spain, there should be blue house buildings similar to Chefchaouen and residents who hate taking pictures, right? As a result, Asilah is Asilah, it has its own style and breath. Walking along the alleys of Medina is like watching an art exhibition. And when you pay attention to your surroundings and find that it is quiet, you are the only one. Walking in the alleys of the old city where there are almost no people, the walls of the white houses around us are full of graffiti of various styles, some of them are exaggerated, some are delicate and gentle, we just walked and watched, and suddenly met a street corner. “Colored Box”. In fact, it was not a box, but a wooden independent small house. The exterior wall made of wooden planks was graffitied in various exaggerated colors. When I raised my camera to take a picture of this strange big guy, I poked a head out of the window. Smiled to me and said, you can’t take pictures here. But it was precisely because of this smile that I knew that he was not disgusted or disgusted, so I stepped forward to chat with the old man. He is a local artist, and this house is one of his proud works. Of course, he often changes his ideas, transforming this wooden house into various colors and themes. So on this topic, I chatted with him about the murals that can be seen everywhere in the city. He told me that the town of Asilah hosts a mural festival every August. Artists from all over the world will come to this quiet Atlantic town to use their imaginations and their views on the times and society through colors and patterns. Let it out and smear it on a white or blue wall. Every year, the public will also select some of the most popular works, and they will be preserved. He said that Asilah’s well-preserved city walls and gates record its history, and today’s murals have revived the old city of Asilah’s Medina! At this time, I suddenly realized how different this magical town was from my previous assumptions. I began to believe that classic saying– You can never truly understand any place where you have never really set foot, even if you have touched this piece of land thousands of times in your books. Walking out of the gates of Medina, warm colors appeared on the Atlantic Ocean. When the evening came, the pedestrians on the streets of Asilah gradually increased. People walked along the seawall and rested on the rocks when they were tired to watch the sunset. We also went to the bottom of the seawall and watched the setting sun sink into the sea in the distance. The sunset here is also so peaceful, with a little loneliness and little comfort. We were a little tired and wanted to find a restaurant to eat early, so we walked into the city. I naturally wanted to taste the local seafood by the sea, and suddenly I remembered the old artist-the only person I know in this small town. So according to a short memory, I tried to find the alley I just passed by, but the old man’s house was closed, and it seemed that he had gone back to his real home. Just as I was looking around, I saw the smiling face of a little girl who looked like a teenager. She was a school child. She should be able to speak English, right? I asked her, do you know which restaurant in Asilah is the best? She said a name without hesitation, I took out the phone and asked her to type the name of the store on my screen, and then I actually found the store in the navigation, the location is on the seaside road, and I read the reviews and said it was possible to eat Enjoy the sunset over the Atlantic Ocean. This should be the most popular seafood restaurant in the local area. From the description on the Internet, I guessed that it should be very lively. When I found the restaurant, I thought I had gone wrong. It’s the meal now, and the entire huge luxury restaurant counts us, and there are only three tables of guests in total. The diners at the neighboring table threw kind smiles at us from time to time, and we also greeted each other friendly. At this moment, you don’t have to worry about any trivial matters, just appreciate it and enjoy the seafood feast, and you will feel quite satisfied. I stayed in Asilah for one night and listened to the owner of the hotel. Asilah’s current fame has surpassed Chefchaouen, and has become an Internet celebrity destination for more and more young people from all over the world to come to Morocco to take pictures and check in. Its influence on Twitter and Facebook is very high. Indeed, the next morning, I paid special attention to the state of some tourists on the streets of Asilah. They really like to take pictures and punch in cool, enchanting, or charming actions on the streets of small towns.

]]> 24420 The only province in the country with only 3 towns? https://en.spress.net/the-only-province-in-the-country-with-only-3-towns-2/ Thu, 20 May 2021 21:16:12 +0000 https://en.spress.net/the-only-province-in-the-country-with-only-3-towns-2/ Located in the South Central Coast, this is quite a special case when the province has only 3 towns, much less than other localities.

1. Which province in Vietnam has only 3 towns? Phu Yen
Ninh Thuan
An Giang According to the list of administrative units of the General Statistics Office, Ninh Thuan is currently the only province in the country with only 3 towns. These are Tan Son town (Ninh Son district), Khanh Hai town (Ninh Hai district) and Phuoc Dan town (Ninh Phuoc district). Image: Vu Minh Quan. 2. Which city is the provincial capital of Ninh Thuan? Phan Rang
Phan Rang – Thap Cham
Cham Towers Phan Rang – Thap Cham city is currently the provincial capital of Ninh Thuan. In this city, there is Po Klong Garai tower, which has been ranked as a special national monument in 2016, which is also a place that attracts many tourists. Image: Vu Minh Quan . 3. Phuoc Binh National Park is located in which district of Ninh Thuan? Uncle Ai
Ninh Phuoc
Thuan Nam Phuoc Binh National Park is located in Bac Ai district, established in 2006. Bac Ai is a mountainous district in the north of the province, currently has no town, only 9 communes. This destination has cool and fresh nature amidst the dry, sunny and windy land of Ninh Thuan. Image: Vi Linh . 4. To which district in Ninh Thuan can check-in with Dam Nai wind power field? Thuan Nam
Thuan Bac
Thuan Phuoc Coming to Thuan Bac district, visitors can check-in with Dam Nai wind power field, which many young people liken as beautiful as Europe. Thuan Bac district is located in the north of Ninh Thuan province, bordering Khanh Hoa province, currently has only 6 communes, no town. Image: Nguyen Y Nhi. 5. What is the remarkable destination in Thuan Nam district, Ninh Thuan province? Mui Dinh
Ca Na
Both are correct Thuan Nam district has no town, only 8 communes. Coming to Thuan Nam district, you can explore Mui Dinh and Ca Na. Mui Dinh is located in Phuoc Dinh commune, has a wild and charming natural scenery with white sand, blue sea, majestic undulating rocky mountains. Ca Na is a commune of the district, with beautiful beaches and pure white salt fields. Image: Ha Duy. 6. Which district of Ninh Thuan has Nam Cuong sand hill, Bau Truc pottery village, My Nghiep brocade weaving village…? Ninh Phuoc
Ning Chu
Ninh Hai Ninh Phuoc district has places attracting tourists to explore such as Nam Cuong sand hill, Bau Truc pottery village, My Nghiep brocade weaving village…. This district currently has Phuoc Dan town and 8 communes: Phuoc Son, Phuoc Thai, Phuoc Hau, Phuoc Thuan, An Hai, Phuoc Huu, Phuoc Hai, Phuoc Vinh. Image: Phan Khanh . 7. Coming to Ninh Hai district of Ninh Thuan, which grape village can visitors visit? Thai An Grape Village
Thai Phien Grape Village
Thai Bao Grape Village Coming to Ninh Hai district, visitors can visit Thai An grape village, which is green and full of fruit. In addition to taking pictures to check-in, do not forget to enjoy attractive grape honey or buy seaweed jam as a gift. Image: Son Trinh . The fan field is as beautiful as the West sky in Ninh Thuan seen from above Not only possessing unspoiled nature, Ninh Thuan also attracts visitors with man-made works such as wind power fields.

]]> 16694 The only province in the country with only 3 towns? https://en.spress.net/the-only-province-in-the-country-with-only-3-towns/ Sun, 16 May 2021 13:07:06 +0000 https://en.spress.net/the-only-province-in-the-country-with-only-3-towns/ Located in the South Central Coast, this is quite a special case when the province has only 3 towns, much less than other localities.

According to the list of administrative units of the General Statistics Office, Ninh Thuan is currently the only province in the country with only 3 towns. These are Tan Son town (Ninh Son district), Khanh Hai town (Ninh Hai district) and Phuoc Dan town (Ninh Phuoc district). Photo: Vu Minh Quan. Phan Rang – Thap Cham city is currently the provincial capital of Ninh Thuan. In this city, there is Po Klong Garai tower, which has been ranked as a special national monument in 2016, which is also a place that attracts many tourists. Photo: Vu Minh Quan. Phuoc Binh National Park is located in Bac Ai district, established in 2006. Bac Ai is a mountainous district in the north of the province, currently has no town, only 9 communes. This destination has cool and fresh nature amidst the dry, sunny and windy land of Ninh Thuan. Photo: Vi Linh. Coming to Thuan Bac district, visitors can check-in with Dam Nai wind power field, which many young people liken as beautiful as Europe. Thuan Bac district is located in the north of Ninh Thuan province, bordering Khanh Hoa province, currently has only 6 communes, no town. Photo: Nguyen Y Nhi. Thuan Nam district has no town, only 8 communes. Coming to Thuan Nam district, you can explore Mui Dinh and Ca Na. Mui Dinh is located in Phuoc Dinh commune, has a wild and charming natural scenery with white sand, blue sea, majestic undulating rocky mountains. Ca Na is a commune of the district, with beautiful beaches and pure white salt fields. Photo: Ha Duy. Ninh Phuoc district has places attracting tourists to explore such as Nam Cuong sand hill, Bau Truc pottery village, My Nghiep brocade weaving village…. This district currently has Phuoc Dan town and 8 communes: Phuoc Son, Phuoc Thai, Phuoc Hau, Phuoc Thuan, An Hai, Phuoc Huu, Phuoc Hai, Phuoc Vinh. Photo: Phan Khanh. Coming to Ninh Hai district, visitors can visit Thai An grape village, which is green and full of fruit. In addition to taking pictures to check-in, do not forget to enjoy attractive grape honey or buy seaweed jam as a gift. Photo: Son Trinh.

]]> 14976 10 most romantic towns not to be missed when coming to Europe https://en.spress.net/10-most-romantic-towns-not-to-be-missed-when-coming-to-europe/ Sun, 16 May 2021 03:25:07 +0000 https://en.spress.net/10-most-romantic-towns-not-to-be-missed-when-coming-to-europe/ If you like lakeside resorts, sunbathing, boating, hiking and having great views, this is definitely the perfect choice.

Ohrid, Macedonia. Located between Macedonia and neighboring Albania, Ohrid sits next to a large lake of the same name, one of the oldest and deepest lakes in Europe. In the town, there are still preserved stone honeycomb churches from centuries earlier. Follow the path, one side is rustling pine forest, one side is steep cliffs, right below is St John’s church on the shore of Kaneo Bay. The location and architecture of this Christian church is so beautiful that it is perhaps even more famous than Macedonia itself. Titisee-Neustadt, Germany. Titisee-Neustadt is located south of the Black Forest, on the north coast of Titisee. The town is located on a small river called Seebach, this is an ideal resort location with high-class Spas and fresh nature. Long-distance routes start from the Seestrasse footpath and offer spectacular views from a tower perched atop Hochfirst (1,190 meters). Renting a bicycle is a great way to explore the area. Hallstatt, Austria. Hallstatt – the most beautiful lakeside town in the world surrounded by the misty Alps – has been a destination for many visitors. Throughout its long history, Hallstatt still maintains its enchanting charm with old churches, wooden houses, and medieval castles with unique architecture creating a quaint small town. It is recognized by UNESCO as a world heritage site and is the most popular tourist attraction in Austria. Savonlinna, Finland. Four hours away from Helsinki, Ovaninlinna Castle on Lake Saimma hosts a famous opera festival every July and August. There are also lots of water activities: fishing, kayaking, swimming. In the Savonians, guests can enjoy meals at a beachfront restaurant that serves traditional local dishes. Image: Getty Images Mikołajki, Poland. There is a lot to discover around Poland’s majestic Masurian Lake: besides the resort towns of Wegorzewo, Olecko and Gizycko that are noisy and crowded in the summer, Mikołajki Town is a perfect destination. perfect. The town is characterized by red-roofed houses, bridges and marinas: visitors can rent a boat and take the waterway to Gizycko or cross the lake to Orzysz. Talloires, France. On the shores of beautiful Lake Annecy, the tranquil village of Talloires was created when the Haitian dictator “Baby Doc” Duvalier arrived as political asylum in 1986. Abbaye de Talloires restaurant dates back to the 17th century and is famous for its restaurant. Excellent wine list along with artistic cuisine. In addition, Talloires has many beautiful beaches, which are interesting places for cycling and hiking. Castiglione del Lago, Italy. On the corner of Lake Trasimeno, near the Tuscan border in Umbria, the village of Castiglione del Lago dates back to Roman times. Walls and gates from the 13th century still stand, and the medieval churches have magnificent murals from the 19th century. Morcote, Switzerland. Amid the hills on the southern shore of Lake Lugano, Morcote is one of the most beautiful villages in Switzerland. There is a dreamy feeling when walking on the narrow streets, watching the ancient buildings and romantic botanical gardens by the river. You can do the 5-hour hike to Lugano via a trail atop Monte San Salvatore, which offers great views. Sigtuna, Sweden. Sweden’s oldest town was founded on the shores of Lake Mälaren, west of Stockholm. Built in 980, it is the perfect place to discover the history of Sweden. As well as a medieval center and several ruined churches, it’s home to 40 of the region’s famous rocks, carved by the Vikings. A 30-minute drive from the center, the 17th-century Skokloster castle is the largest private house in Sweden. In addition, this is a great spot for outdoor adventures, swimming, sailing and other water sports. Iznájar, Spain. An hour’s drive north of Malaga, the small town of Iznájar is built around the ruins of a 1,200-year-old Moorish castle. Although the ruins are in a state of repair, they provide excellent views of the surrounding area and are accessible on foot through the town’s winding streets.

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