Recently, the beautiful scenery of Sichuan has once again ignited the enthusiasm of the world, shining like a bright pearl on the land of China.
When I lightly clicked on the video that filled the screen, for a moment, I felt as if I had traveled through time and space and was in the prosperous, dreamlike city of the Tang Dynasty that never sleeps.
However, after delving into the comment area, I suddenly realized that this was not the grand scene of the Tang Dynasty, but the “Sleepless City of the Song Dynasty” belonging to Sichuan people.
This dreamlike street is like a moving picture scroll, lying quietly in the embrace of Meishan City, Sichuan Province.
Its name is full of poetry and charm – Dongpo Impression Water Street.
The design of the street cleverly integrates the culture, humanities and natural landscape of Meishan. It is modeled on the waterfront style of Lijiang and combined with the essence of Dongpo culture, making people feel like they are immersed in the architectural style of the Song Dynasty.
Although this street is antique, it is full of ancient charm without any compromise. Water Street is winding and divided into three sections: Dongpoli, Crossing Shengshi and Dongpo Impression, with a total length of about 1,500 meters.
The path paved with bluestone slabs is flanked by finely carved archways on both sides. Everywhere exudes a simple atmosphere, which makes people love it.
The neighborhood is dotted with cultural venues such as museums, cultural relics exhibition halls, and Su Shi Memorial Hall. While enjoying the beautiful scenery, tourists can also have an in-depth understanding of traditional culture and feel the heavy sense of history.
Some people say that the day here is unremarkable, but at night, it is breathtakingly beautiful.
When the afterglow of the setting sun shines on this ancient city, it always makes people feel like they are in another world. And when night falls and the lights turn on, the entire Water Street seems to have fallen into a peaceful age.
The lights stretch along the edge of the building, the lanterns float on the lake, and the antique buildings look even more charming in the night.
For a moment, it was as if he had traveled back to the prosperous days of the Song Dynasty’s Sleepless City.
When you come to Sichuan, how can you miss the local specialties? There are a wide variety of restaurants and snacks here, and every bite is unforgettable.
Tourists can take a cruise and slowly enjoy the gorgeous street scenes on both sides of the strait; they can also find a bar, sit down and have a drink, enjoy the cool breeze and feel the unique comfort.
In addition, there are also wonderful special performances to enjoy. The mix and match of various traditional elements and fashion elements is dazzling.
Here, new songs and laughter echo in the fireworks and willow alleys, and the sound of flutes and pipes and pianos is played in teahouses and restaurants.
The prosperity of the Song Dynasty was like spring flowers blooming in the water streets of the 21st century. The eyes are full of beauty and prosperity, like a river flowing with gold.
Today, the story of Dongpo Impression Water Street continues, waiting for us to write a new chapter.
The charm of Meishan goes far beyond this ancient street. This city has rich cultural heritage and intoxicating natural scenery, which makes people forget to leave.
If you come to Sichuan, you might as well get out of the bustling Chengdu and come to this small town only 40 minutes away from Chengdu by high-speed rail to feel the unique charm here.
When coming to Meishan, “Sansu Temple” is a must-visit stop.
As the former residence of Northern Song Dynasty writers Su Xun, Su Che and Su Shi, it has always been a place where literati expressed their admiration.
Surrounded by red walls, surrounded by green water, sparse ancient trees, shaded by green bamboos, and pavilions, it is solemn and elegant, making people feel the beauty of solemnity and sparseness coexisting.
In addition, “Liujiang Ancient Town” is also a scenery not to be missed.
The stilted buildings with gray bricks and gray tiles, the markets built near the water, and the green mountains and rivers are perfectly combined to form an elegant landscape painting.
Although this place is not luxurious and dazzling, it has a natural charm that makes people linger and forget to leave.
“Gaomiao Ancient Town” is a relatively niche attraction. It is remote, primitive, simple and quiet. Compared with the ancient towns that are already bustling with people, it looks even more peaceful and simple.
The scenery of Hongya Town decades ago is almost completely preserved here, without too much commercial atmosphere. It is antique and full of vicissitudes, making people feel a kind of quiet beauty of time.
Finally, there is the natural wonder of “Wawu Mountain”. As early as the Tang and Song Dynasties, it and Mount Emei were known as the “two wonders in Sichuan”.
Lu You once wrote a poem praising it: “The tiled roofs on the mountains are covered with clouds, and the water reaches the cracked ground.” The natural scenery here is breathtaking, especially in summer, it is an excellent summer resort for Sichuan people.
In short, the beautiful scenery and customs of Sichuan make people linger.
Whether it is the bustling night view of Dongpo Impression Water Street or the unique charm of Meishan, they are all worth savoring.
In midsummer, the sun is blazing and heat waves are raging elsewhere, but here, the temperature is always constant, with a pleasant climate of about 20 degrees, just like a paradise.
Yanu Lake is quiet and deep, reflecting the blue of the sky and the white of the clouds. The green mountains around it are like a moving picture, and the lake is boundless with rippling blue waves.
The forest coverage rate of 98% is like a natural barrier, isolating the heat wave from the outside world from the dense shade of trees.
The breeze in the mountains blows gently, with a hint of coolness, soothing people’s inner irritability and uneasiness. Facing the green and cold streams, people can’t help but be intoxicated and willingly immersed in this tranquility and beauty.
Yuping Mountain, as a forest health resort in China, has already spread its reputation all over the world. It was once hailed as “the most beautiful forest camping site” by “Green Times” and attracted countless tourists to visit.
The winding forest paths in the mountains, lined with cedar trees, are lush, quiet and elegant. Occasionally, a hint of Linlan mist drifts gently by, seeming to add a bit of mystery and fantasy to this green world.
In Yuping Mountain, you can try staying in a tree house, which is a unique experience of close contact with nature. When you are in the tree house, you feel like you have become a part of the forest and integrated with nature.
Here, you can immerse yourself in the tranquility and harmony of the forest and feel the breath and pulse of nature.
Qiliping in the middle of the mountain is an ideal place for Meishan people to escape the summer heat and maintain health. Every weekend or holiday, people come here one after another to stay away from the hustle and bustle of the city and enjoy a rare tranquility and leisure.
The air here is fresh and pleasant, the climate is like spring all year round, and there are natural treasures such as high-quality natural mineral water and pollution-free organic humus soil. These natural gifts make Qiliping a real health resort.
There is another mysterious and sacred place in Meishan – Wuying Church.
It stands on an open hillside in the Sino-French Science and Technology Park, blending harmoniously with the surrounding environment, like a dreamy southern European world.
The church seemed to disappear without a trace in the sunlight, leaving only tranquility and solemnity.
It stands among the flowers, but it seems that it has never left a trace in the long river of history, leaving only a mysterious legend and the reverie of countless tourists.
Although Meishan is not a mature tourist city, its tourism value cannot be ignored.
It not only has the unique charm of Su Shi culture, but also has the most extreme scenery and many mouth-watering delicacies.
In the hustle and bustle of the city, Meishan is like a bright pearl, quietly exuding its light, allowing people to take a break from the hustle and bustle and enjoy a rare peace and beauty.