Recently, many friends in the background have asked me in private messages, which cities in China have a long history and are suitable for a cultural trip?
I happened to have compiled some travel photos and notes recently, so I'm going to talk to you about this topic today and share my private travel list!
China has a long history, and many cities have gone through thousands of years of wind and rain, but still exude charming charm.
There are some cities, even if you haven't been to them, those familiar historical stories and legends are enough to make you yearn for it.
nanking
This city is the ancient capital of the Six Dynasties and has witnessed the rise and fall of too much history.
If you think about it, the city was built in 571 B.C., and now it has a history of 2593 years.
Walking on the streets of Nanjing, you can feel the heavy sense of history, the mottled bricks of the Ming City Wall, as if telling an ancient story, and every brick and tile in the presidential palace has witnessed the ups and downs of modern China.
Speaking of Nanjing, we have to mention the Qinhuai River, a river that has flowed for thousands of years, witnessing the prosperity and loneliness of Jinling City.
You can take a boat on the river and feel the Qinhuai style in the sound of oars and lights, or you can stroll along the river and taste authentic Qinhuai snacks.
By the way, don't forget to try the duck blood vermicelli soup when you arrive in Nanjing, the fragrant duck soup is paired with smooth vermicelli, and then sprinkled with a handful of green coriander, the taste is absolutely amazing!
From the Confucius Temple, you can take the subway to Sun Yat-sen Mausoleum and feel the great personality of Mr. Sun Yat-sen.
As you climb the steps up the mausoleum, you will be infected by the solemn atmosphere around you, and your heart will be filled with admiration.
You can also visit the Presidential Palace, which was once the seat of the national government, and you can still hear the echoes of history when you walk through it.
Chengdu
This city has always been so prosperous because of Dujiangyan, and its history of more than 2,500 years is not built.
The pace of life in Chengdu is relatively slow, especially suitable for relaxing, finding a teahouse, ordering a pot of tea, listening to the commentary, and feeling the leisurely life of old Chengdu.
Speaking of Chengdu, how can we be without our lovely rolling?
Chengdu's panda base is world-famous, looking at those cute panda babies, the mood is instantly better, it's just cute!
There is also a lot of popular science knowledge about pandas in the base, and you can learn about the living habits of these rare animals.
In the evening, you can also go to Jinli to feel the nightlife of Chengdu, all kinds of snacks, bars, and lively.
Be sure to try Chengdu's hot pot, hairy belly, duck intestines, yellow throat, just think about it and drool!
The aroma of the spicy pot is fragrant, and with the chilled Weiyi soybean milk, it is simply delicious!
Xi'an
This city is the ancient capital of thirteen dynasties, and the history of 3,000 years of capital construction is shocking when you think about it!
Terracotta Warriors, Big Wild Goose Pagoda, ancient city walls, any scenic spot can let you travel back to ancient times.
There are also many delicacies in Xi'an, such as meat sandwich buns, cold skins, and mutton steamed buns, each of which makes people have endless aftertaste.
The meat bun is crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, the fat and thin cured meat is full of aroma, and it is a perfect match with a bowl of hot mutton soup!
Xi'an's Muslim Street is also a must-visit, with a variety of snacks such as lamb skewers, grilled naan, and spicy soup, which will definitely make you feast your mouth.
In the evening, you can go to the Tang Paradise to watch a performance and feel the prosperous scene of the Tang Dynasty.
The gorgeous costumes, beautiful music, and wonderful performances will take you back to that glorious era.
The capital is Beijing
The city has a history of more than 800 years, and the Forbidden City, the Temple of Heaven, the Summer Palace, these royal buildings, each of which is full of a sense of history.
Walking between the red walls and yellow tiles of the Forbidden City, it seems that you can feel the majesty and grandeur of the emperor and general.
There are also many delicacies in Beijing, such as roast duck, fried noodles, and bean sauce burnt rings, there is always one for you.
Peking duck has a crispy crust and tender meat, served with a thin lotus leaf cake, sweet noodle sauce and shredded green onions.
After visiting the Forbidden City, you can go to Shichahai for a stroll, in winter, Shichahai will freeze, you can experience ice sports, in summer, you can sit by the lake to drink tea and chat, feel the life of old Beijing.
Hangzhou
The history of the city dates back to 222 BC, and the beauty of West Lake and the fragrance of Longjing tea make people linger.
Boating on the West Lake, enjoying the scenery of the lake and mountains, and feeling the comfort of the breeze is really a great enjoyment of life.
There are also many delicacies in Hangzhou, such as West Lake vinegar fish, Dongpo meat, and flower chicken, each of which is mouth-watering.
The West Lake vinegar fish is tender and tender, and the sweet and sour sauce is appetizing, which makes people have an endless aftertaste.
From the West Lake, you can go to Lingyin Temple to burn incense and worship the Buddha, feel the breadth and profundity of Buddhist culture, you can also go to Xixi Wetland to feel the tenderness of the water town in the south of the Yangtze River, and you can also go to Songcheng to experience the ancient life.
How about it, friends, do these five cities have their own merits?
Each city has its own unique charm that is worth slowing down and savoring.
If you have the opportunity, you must take a walk and feel the depth of Chinese history and the profundity of culture!