Sichuan Dujiangyan tourism

Dujiangyan is a county-level city under the jurisdiction of Chengdu, located in the northwest of Chengdu Plain, named after Dujiangyan, a world-famous ancient water conservancy project. Dujiangyan Scenic Area mainly includes Fulongguan, Erwang Temple, Anlan Cable Bridge, Yuleiguan, Lidui Park, Yulei Mountain Park, Yunv Mountain, Lingyan Temple, Puzhao Temple, Cuiyue Lake and Dujiangyan Water Conservancy Project. Opening hours: 8:00-17:30 in winter and 8:00-18:00 in other seasons.

Dujiangyan, built in the Warring States Period, still plays an increasingly important role after more than 2,000 years of wind and rain. The ancient weir without dam for thousands of years can be called the harmonious unity between man and nature. Dujiangyan City was also in the earthquake zone during the Wenchuan earthquake in 2008. However, in the face of the huge earthquake, Dujiangyan Water Conservancy Project showed the superb ancient architectural art and exquisite material selection. The original project was basically intact, and people had to admire it. After two thousand years, it still stands in front of our eyes and benefits mankind. This is a scene that we have to visit in Dujiangyan City.

Optimal travel time

July-August is the best time to travel to Dujiangyan.

Dujiangyan is a famous summer resort. During the hottest summer every year, Dujiangyan and the surrounding Qingcheng Mountain remain cool at 22℃. When you come here in summer, you can not only go rafting in Hongkou, but also catch up with the lively Summer Night Beer Festival and feel like a carnival.

In addition, if you want to enjoy the coolness in early summer, you can also go to Dujiangyan in Tomb-Sweeping Day to celebrate the grand water festival every year.

Dressing guide

Dujiangyan has an average annual temperature of around 15℃ and a very pleasant climate. The average temperature in Dujiangyan in July is about 24℃. When you go to Dujiangyan in summer, you can go into battle cool, but it may be a little cold in the morning and evening, so you can prepare a thin long sleeve. If you go to Hongkou forest and other places, you should prepare a slightly thicker one. It's best to pay attention to the weather forecast and take an umbrella before going out. The average temperature in Dujiangyan in January is about 5℃, so you only need to do the usual warm-keeping work, and you don't need to take extra thick warm-keeping clothes.

consumption level

Dujiangyan local consumption is not high, mainly spent on tickets and accommodation. The express train and bus tickets from Chengdu to Dujiangyan are not expensive, 15-17 yuan; 90 yuan, a ticket for Dujiangyan Scenic Area, contains many scenic spots. Accommodation prices vary, about 100-500 yuan/night. Dujiangyan is a small city with convenient public transportation. Even taking a taxi (by the meter) is around 10 yuan. 30-40 yuan per person can have a very good authentic meal. On the whole, Dujiangyan is enough to visit 300 yuan in one day.

Dujiangyan, located in Chengdu, Sichuan Province, is a city with a long history and rich cultural heritage. As a part of the world cultural heritage, Dujiangyan is not only an ancient water conservancy project, but also a charming tourist attraction. The following are some major attractions of Dujiangyan:

1.** Fish Mouth Diversion Dike * *: Fish Mouth is one of the core projects of Dujiangyan, which is located in the middle reaches of Minjiang River. Through ingenious design, the river water is naturally divided into Neijiang River and Waijiang River, realizing the miracle of water diversion without dam. The fish mouth not only shows the wisdom of the ancient working people technically, but also becomes a beautiful landscape with its unique shape. Visitors can feel the extraordinary wisdom and great achievements of the ancients in water control here.

2.** Treasure Bottle Mouth * *: Treasure Bottle Mouth is another core project of Dujiangyan, which is located at the end of Neijiang River in Minjiang River and looks like a bottleneck, controlling the flow of water. The design of the bottle mouth is exquisite, which not only ensures the demand for irrigation water, but also effectively prevents flooding. Standing next to the bottle mouth, visitors can enjoy the rushing and tranquility of the Minjiang River and feel the perfect combination of nature and human wisdom.

3.** Feisha weir spillway * *: Feisha weir is an important part of Dujiangyan, which is mainly used for flood discharge and sediment discharge to ensure the water quality of Neijiang. The design of flying sand weir skillfully uses the natural force of water flow to deposit sediment on the weir body, thus maintaining the clarity of Neijiang. Visitors here can not only appreciate the exquisite ancient engineering technology, but also enjoy the beautiful scenery on both sides of the Minjiang River.

4.** Fulongguan * *: Located in Dujiangyan Scenic Area, Fulongguan is a Taoist temple built to commemorate Li Bing and his son. The architectural style of Fulongguan is simple and elegant, and the statue of Li Bing and his son is enshrined in the temple for people to pay their respects and worship. Visitors can feel a strong religious atmosphere here and learn about the great deeds of Li Bing and his son.

5.** Erwang Temple * *: Erwang Temple is a temple built to commemorate Du Yu, the king of Shu, and his son, the turtle spirit. It is located at the foot of Yulei Mountain on the east bank of Minjiang River in Dujiangyan. The architectural style of Erwang Temple is unique, and there are deities of Du Yu and turtle spirit in the temple. Visitors can learn about the history and culture of ancient Shu and feel the richness of history here.

6.** Anlan Cable Bridge * *: Anlan Cable Bridge spans the Minjiang River and is a suspension bridge with a long history. Walking on the bridge, visitors can feel the shaking of the bridge and the magnificent scenery of the Minjiang River. Anlansuo Bridge is not only a traffic facility, but also a unique landscape, which attracts many tourists to experience and take photos.

7.** South Bridge * *: The South Bridge is an important bridge in Dujiangyan City, connecting the north and south banks of the city. The architectural style of the South Bridge is simple and elegant, and there is a viewing platform on the bridge, where visitors can enjoy the beautiful scenery and urban features of the Minjiang River. There are many food and shopping places around the South Bridge, which is a good place for tourists to relax and entertain.

8.** Yuleiguan * *: Yuleiguan is an important pass of ancient Shu Road, located in the northwest of Dujiangyan City. Yuleiguan has a dangerous terrain and was once a battleground for military strategists in history. Visitors can feel the fierceness of ancient wars and the vicissitudes of history here, and understand the importance of ancient Shu Road.

9.** Lidui Park * *: Lidui Park is a leisure park in Dujiangyan City, located on the Neijiang side of Minjiang River. There are trees and flowers in the park, which is a good place for citizens and tourists to take a leisurely walk. Lidui Park also has children's amusement facilities and fitness equipment, which is suitable for the whole family to travel.

10.** Songmao Ancient Road * *: Songmao Ancient Road is an important passage from ancient Sichuan to Tibet, starting from Dujiangyan City. There are beautiful scenery along the ancient road and rich historical and cultural relics. Visitors can hike along the ancient road and feel the massiness of history and natural beauty.

To sum up, Dujiangyan is not only famous for its excellent water conservancy projects, but also attracts countless tourists with its rich history, culture and beautiful natural landscape. Dujiangyan is a tourist destination not to be missed, whether it is a tourist who is interested in history and culture or a tourist who likes natural scenery.