Millennium-Old County · Cultural Santai

Santai County — historically known as Zizhou, a civilized ancient county with over 1,300 years of history. A 2-day 1-night itinerary to visit Qiongjiang Ancient Town, climb Yuntai Temple, and tour Du Fu Thatched Cottage, feeling the profound heritage of millennium-old history and culture.

Qiongjiang Ancient Town

Millennium-Old History

Yuntai Temple

Taoist Sacred Site

Hometown of Cuisine

Local Specialties

1.37 Million

Population

Santai County Qiongjiang Ancient Town Landscape

Santai County Qiongjiang Ancient Town Panorama

Qiongjiang Ancient Town preserves well-maintained Ming and Qing dynasty architectural complexes, hailed as the "Museum of Ming and Qing Architecture in Northwest Sichuan"

Santai County Two Days One Night History and Culture Tour

Ancient town exploration + Taoist culture + Poet Sage's footsteps, feel the unique charm of Santai

                    
Duration
2 Days 1 Night

                    
Main Destinations
Qiongjiang Ancient Town, Yuntai Temple, Du Fu Thatched Cottage

                    
Target Audience
History and culture enthusiasts, ancient town explorers, religious culture researchers

                    
Per Capita Budget
¥300-¥550

Ancient Town and Taoist Culture Experience

Qiongjiang Ancient Town and Yuntai Temple In-Depth Tour

Trip Highlights

Full day of historical culture experience

Attractions

Qiongjiang Ancient Town

A national-level historical and cultural town, preserving a large number of Ming and Qing dynasty ancient buildings, renowned for ancient temples such as the Wangye Temple and Dizu Temple, as well as traditional western Sichuan folk houses. It is hailed as the "Museum of Ming and Qing Architecture in Northwest Sichuan."

Yuntai Temple

A famous Taoist temple in Sichuan, first built in the Tang Dynasty, with most existing buildings constructed during the Ming and Qing dynasties. It is the largest Taoist architectural complex in the northwest Sichuan region, known as the "Second Largest Taoist Temple in Sichuan."

Qiongjiang Cliff Tombs

A national key cultural relics protection unit, a cluster of cliff tombs dating from the Eastern Han Dynasty to the Northern and Southern Dynasties periods. The tomb chambers feature exquisite stone relief carvings, serving as important physical materials for studying ancient Ba-Shu culture.

Practical Information

Travel Tips

Learn about ancient town historical background
Prepare hiking gear
Bring a camera to document ancient architecture
Wear comfortable walking shoes

Accommodation Recommendations

Qiongjiang Ancient Town B&B
Santai County hotel
Farmhouse near Yuntai Temple

Poet Sage Culture Experience

Du Fu's Footsteps and Local Culture

Trip Highlights

Literary history and local culture

Attractions

Zizhou Du Fu Thatched Cottage

Built to commemorate the great Tang Dynasty poet Du Fu's residence in Santai County (formerly known as Zizhou), it showcases Du Fu's poetry creation and life experiences during his time in Zizhou, serving as an important venue for studying Du Fu's life.

Santai County Museum

A comprehensive museum showcasing Santai County's history and culture, with a rich collection of cultural relics, particularly Han Dynasty artifacts and Tang and Song Dynasty cultural heritage. It serves as an important window into Santai's history and culture.

Qinquan Temple

An ancient temple first built in the Tang Dynasty, named for the spring water inside the temple that sounds like a zither. The temple preserves steles and ancient architecture from various dynasties, making it an important Buddhist cultural site in Santai County.

Practical Information

Special Experiences

Du Fu poetry recitation
Local culture experience
Traditional handicraft making
Santai cuisine tasting

Return Suggestions

Purchase Santai specialty products
Taste authentic local cuisine
Organize cultural experiences
Allow ample time for return journey

Santai County Must-Try Foods

Santai Fermented Black Beans

A traditional Santai County specialty, made with premium black beans through multiple fermentation processes. It has a rich aroma and is an excellent cooking seasoning.

Santai Century Eggs

Traditionally crafted century eggs with amber-colored egg white and dark green yolk. The texture is smooth and the flavor is unique, making it a famous local specialty.

Tongchuan Fermented Black Beans

A specialty of Tongchuan Town in Santai County, with a long history and unique production craftsmanship. The beans are plump and the aroma is rich, making it an important ingredient in Sichuan cuisine seasoning.

Santai Liangfen (Jelly Noodles)

A local specialty snack made with premium pea starch, served with special seasonings. The texture is smooth, sour and spicy, and appetite-whetting — a perfect summer refresher.

Santai County Travel Tips

Best Seasons