The Wine Capital Bamboo Charm · Sanjiang Yibin

Yibin, located at the southern edge of the Sichuan Basin, is where the Yangtze River, Jinsha River, and Min River converge, earning it the title "The First City of the Yangtze River." Known as the First City of the Yangtze River, Wuliangye’s fine liquor intoxicates through the ages. Where these three great rivers embrace, a millennium of wine fragrance is brewed, nurturing a secret emerald bamboo sea. This is the realm of Li Zhuang’s paper-thin Bai Rou (white pork) knife skills, the spicy symphony of Ran Mian (burning noodles) igniting on the tongue, and the immortal martial arts world of bamboo sword debates from "Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon." 【Famous Features】: Yibin Wine Capital: The hometown of Wuliangye, with air filled with the aroma of liquor. Bamboo Sea Secret Realm: Home to the world’s largest bamboo forest landscape. Ran Mian Hometown: The origin of this intangible cultural heritage delicacy. Historical Note: During the War of Resistance, the ancient town of Lizhuang sheltered Tongji University, where Liang Sicheng wrote "A History of Chinese Architecture." 【Local Must-Visit Spots】: 1. Shunan Bamboo Sea 🌿 Emerald Corridor: A thousand-meter bamboo tunnel with picturesque light and shadow; 🚣‍♀️ Sea within a Sea: Bamboo rafting, filming location of the movie "Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon." 2. Xingwen Stone Sea 🌏 Sinkholes and Caves: A geological park exploring giant funnels and underground karst caves. 3. Wuliangye Scenic Area 🏭 Jiusheng Mountain: Overlooking the entire distillery, featuring a giant liquor bottle building for photo ops. 4. Lizhuang Ancient Town 📜 Spiral Hall + Tongji Old Site: A Ming Dynasty wooden structure without nails, a cultural mark of the War of Resistance. 【Ticket Prices】 1. Shunan Bamboo Sea: Peak season 100 RMB/person (January to November) Off-season 60 RMB/person (December) 2. Xingwen Stone Sea: Peak season (January 1 - November 30) 80 RMB Off-season (December 1 - December 31) 40 RMB 3. Yibin Wuliangye Distillery: Free. Visitors can pay 19.9 RMB for a sightseeing bus ride. Non-local visitors can also present their ID to receive a Ran Mian voucher to enjoy a free authentic bowl of Ran Mian at designated partner locations. 【Food Guide】 🍜 Yibin Ran Mian: Must-try at “Liu Chen Street Ran Mian” or “One Noodle Fate”; 🥩 Lizhuang Bai Rou: The slicing skills of master He Sandao in the ancient town are exceptional. Lizhuang Bai Rou Eating Tip: The authentic way is to roll the meat with chopsticks and dip it in sauce to prevent the slices from sticking to your lips. Ran Mian Ordering Terms: Yibin locals always order “Li Tang” with Ran Mian — not broth, but free noodle soup! Original soup transforms the original food, a wisdom of dry noodle eaters. “Mian Qing” = No scallions 🧅 “Ti Huang” = Noodles cooked firmer 🍝 “Kuan Tang” = Extra red oil soup 🌶️ 🛬【Travel Tips】: 🚶 Suggested Itinerary: Day 1: Shunan Bamboo Sea (Emerald Corridor → Guanhai Tower → Xianyu Cave → Sea within a Sea bamboo rafting), stay at Bamboo Sea homestay; Day 2: Morning at Wuliangye Scenic Area → Hejiang Gate to see the confluence of three rivers → Afternoon at Guanying Ancient Street → Night tour of Yangtze River Park light show; Day 3: Option A (Xingwen Stone Sea sinkholes + caves), then return. 🚶 Suggested Itinerary 2: Day 1: Shunan Bamboo Sea (Emerald Corridor → Guanhai Tower → Xianyu Cave → Sea within a Sea bamboo rafting), stay at Bamboo Sea homestay; Day 2: Morning at Wuliangye Scenic Area → Hejiang Gate to see the confluence of three rivers → Afternoon at Guanying Ancient Street → Night tour of Yangtze River Park light show; Day 3: Lizhuang Ancient Town + Bai Rou experience, then return. 🏨【Accommodation Guide】: Inside Shunan Bamboo Sea Scenic Area: 🌟 Zhuan Yin Su Homestay: Bamboo views from your window ◦ 💎 Peach Blossom Land Resort Hotel: Surrounded by hot springs and bamboo forest, a high-end choice. 🧡【Tips】: Transportation: High-speed rail: Chengdu → Yibin in 1.3 hours, convenient taxis and buses in the city; Self-driving: 4.5 hours from Chengdu to Yibin. Seasonal Tips: 🌧 Rainy season (June to August) brings misty bamboo seas; bring non-slip shoes and rain gear; ☀ Autumn and winter have less rain in the bamboo sea; Xingwen caves maintain a constant 18°C, accessible year-round. Fun Facts: 1. The landmark square at Hejiang Gate features a zero-kilometer stone tablet of the Yangtze River, perfect for photos. 2. Hidden emerald ring: The “Sea within a Sea” lake in the bamboo sea has a small island shaped like a ring from aerial views; couples can raft to the island to hang love locks. 3. Must-order at the full bamboo feast: Bamboo fungus egg (unopened bamboo fungus embryo) with a jelly-like texture, available only in limited quantities during the rainy season. #Trip.comCustomTravel #Trip.comTravelExpert #ShunanBambooSea