I am a lazy person. I have time to sleep and travel, but I can't find the time to write travelogues. Actually, it's not that I can't find time to write, but I feel it's too troublesome and afraid of stopping writing halfway through, wasting half a day's time. This time, it can also be considered as a travelogue imitated by Dongshi, based on my personal itinerary, hoping to help fellow hikers heading to Xiangxi.

This trip to Xiangxi was also done casually by me, and I didn't do much preparation before. I hastily scanned the online guide for backpackers and happily went there.

Phoenix Town

Firstly, we arrived at the renowned Phoenix Ancient Town, which is listed among the three major cities of romantic encounters (Lijiang, Phoenix, Yangshuo), and gained widespread fame for Shen Congwen's novel "Border Town".

I was not prepared at all, so I came here and felt at ease. I thought it was just a small town, so I could just go for a day according to my heart.

The weather is very nice, nestled by the mountains and water, with towering stilted houses on both sides, creating a beautiful atmosphere.

I think it's a bit similar to Huizhou architecture, but it's a bit commercialized.

In the leisure time of the ancient town, there are also elderly people doing such needlework, which finally retains the charm of the ancient town.

After all, the ancient town is not a lawless place. The Peach Blossom Land was also shaken by storms during turbulent times.

The 'rice tofu' in 'Furong Town'.

A bowl arrived, but the taste was not as delicious as described in the book. Perhaps it was difficult for people in that turbulent era to taste delicious food.

After finishing the rice and tofu, continue strolling around. This sitcom is quite good, Tujia beauties~

In the ancient city of Phoenix, there is a very popular firewood food restaurant that really uses firewood to make food. The taste is delicious, tasty, not expensive, and the restaurant environment is quite good. This is also why I came to the ancient city of Phoenix, so the food gave me a little comfort. I highly recommend it. We ate firewood fish, which was slaughtered on site, and the ingredients of the dishes were relatively fresh. I like it, and it's pink

Phoenix is not too big, I've been strolling around for almost a day, only taking a rough look, and then driving to Zhangjiajie. The last picture of Fenghuang Ancient City, the sky is starting to dim a bit.

zhangjiajie national forest park

We drove over 200 kilometers all the way to Zhangjiajie and randomly found an inn to rest (listening to the Ya'anju specialty inn). It was quite good, with free parking and a great environment. It was also close to Zhangjiajie National Forest Park, which was convenient for sightseeing. Staying here the next day and enjoying the forest park was also very convenient.

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On the first day in Zhangjiajie, I didn't know what to eat, so I asked the innkeeper. The innkeeper recommended local stone pot fish, three pot dishes, etc. So I searched for the most popular restaurant online and had a meal of stone pot fish and three pot dishes. They were really good, the food was well made, the taste was good, the price was affordable, and the service was also in place. They were very enthusiastic. It seems that there is a reason for the high popularity. I support them

The next morning, I got up quickly, drove to Wulingyuan National Scenic Spot Scenic Area, entered the park, and first came to Jinbian Stream.

The morning sunshine shines into the forest, very bright.

Clear stream water

It is said to be a century old divine turtle

A cute treasure by the stream

Gold and silver as stepping stones, I wish you all promotion and wealth~

The divine eagle guards the whip, hence the name Golden Whip Creek.

Water surrounds four doors

The Hundred Dragon Sky Ladder is very spectacular, the tallest, fastest, and heaviest elevator in the world, and is included in these three Guinness World Records.

The speed is very fast, reaching the top of the mountain in just 2 minutes at a vertical distance of over 300 meters. During the ascent of the ladder, you can see the stunning Zhangjiajie scenery of "48 Generals in Formation" on the opposite side

There is an observation deck outside the elevator, which is quite rough.

There is an observation deck outside the elevator, which is quite rough.

Hallelujah Mountain, formerly known as Qiankun Pillar, was the filming location for the floating mountain in Avatar

Mount Hallelujah and the Hundred Dragon Ladder look very harmonious.

Confusion stage and backyard, I can't distinguish them clearly~

The first bridge in the world, a stone slab connecting two mountain peaks, and a towering cliff below, a wonder!

Let's follow along and see the stone together. Of course, it requires some imagination. I can't remember what it's called, but it's just a beautiful scenery.

This seems to be a bandit stronghold called 'Wulong Village'.

The tomb of Marshal He Long, worship!

Here are some sunset scenes, they are really beautiful

After dark, I dare not run recklessly and cautiously return to the city. drowsiness strikes, and I sleep soundly. I will drive back at noon the next day, ending my two-day journey like a breeze