At the meeting of rivers that forms the main Yangtze, Yibin is China's 'first city on the Yangtze' — famous for the misty Bamboo Sea, the powerful Wuliangye baijiu, and old riverside towns.
History & culture
An ancient junction on the southern Silk Road and Yangtze trade, Yibin grew wealthy on river commerce and distilling; its Wuliangye liquor is one of China's most prestigious spirits.
What to see & do
- ◆The Shunan Bamboo Sea (Zhuhai) forest
- ◆Lizhuang ancient town on the Yangtze
- ◆Wuliangye distillery heritage
- ◆Bowang Mountain and river confluences
- ◆Hanging coffins of the Bo people (Gongxian)
What to eat
- ●Yibin 'burning' noodles (ranmian)
- ●Bamboo-shoot dishes from the Bamboo Sea
- ●Sichuan river fish
Getting there
Yibin has an airport and high-speed rail (Yibin West) ~1h from Chengdu; the Bamboo Sea is a further drive into the hills.
Avoid the pitfalls
- The Bamboo Sea is a large scenic area needing most of a day — plan transport.
- Baijiu is very strong (50%+ alcohol); taste in moderation.
- Hill roads to outlying sights are slow; pad your schedule.
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