Changting | A quaint ancient city, half filled with fireworks, half with poetry

If you find the ancient city of Quanzhou too crowded, why not take a stroll in Changting Ancient City in Longyan? It offers a more rustic, lively, and homely atmosphere. Changting Ancient City has a history of a thousand years, built by the mountains and waters, with many well-preserved ancient buildings that are also part of the local people's daily lives. I really like this kind of scenery that is full of the marks of time and yet so naturally beautiful. 📍Location: Changting Ancient City, Longyan 🚉Transportation tips: 🚄Take the high-speed train to 'Changting South Station'. After exiting the station, you can take a (about 20rmb) or take the routes 3 or 5 to the county town. If you're driving, just head to the urban area, find a place to park, and the attractions are within walking distance. 🛵There are many shared electric scooters in the urban area, which are an alternative to taxis. 🎫Ticket: No ticket is needed to wander around the ancient city, but to visit the Jizhou Gate, Baxi Pavilion, Dafudi, and Wolong Academy, you need to buy tickets. A combined ticket for these four attractions is 88rmb. 📷The ancient city area is not large, and all attractions are within walking distance, making it very suitable for a citywalk. 🌃The night view is beautiful, with a light show, and a night cruise costs 70rmb per person. There are many homestays in the ancient city, but many are located in the inner alleys where it's hard to reach directly by taxi. Hotels are relatively more convenient for transportation and are not expensive. ☕️There are many popular cafes along the riverbanks of the ancient city, with great views and photogenic spots. It's also nice to just relax in a cafe if you don't feel like walking. The ancient city is small, and a simple tour can be done in half a day. If you want a more in-depth visit or to try all the local delicacies, a two-day trip is recommended. The city is busier on weekends and holidays, so it's suggested to visit on weekdays for a more leisurely small-town vibe.