What are the top ten ancient towns in Sichuan?

The top ten ancient towns in Sichuan are Shangli, Zhao Hua, Huanglongxi, Liujiang, Fu Bao, Yongjiang, Longhua, Tiefo, Moxi and luoquan.

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Shangli Ancient Town is one of the top ten ancient towns in Sichuan. The 48,000-mile long March of the Red Army passed through this ancient town. The characteristics of Shangli ancient town include different styles of bridge culture, unique arched culture, rare and interesting spring culture, vivid tower culture and exquisite architectural culture.

2. Luoquan Ancient Town

Luoquan ancient town is located in the deep mountain at the junction of Renshou, Weiyuan and Zizhong counties in Sichuan, and is hidden by Zhuxi River, a tributary of Tuojiang River. It is famous for the discovery of salt wells in the middle of Qing Dynasty. At that time, luoquan town businessmen gathered and were very lively. Now, only a well-preserved salt temple remains, revealing the ancient desolation.

Walking through the ancient streets and temples of the ancient town, you can walk into the leisure of the people in the ancient town of Qingwafangli. Luoquan people who have experienced vicissitudes are hardworking, simple and generous. Women like to be busy with needlework in intimate chat, while old people drink tea and listen to opera, and the warm sunshine shines on their satisfied faces.

3. Moxi Ancient Town

Moxi Town is located in the south of Luding County, Ganzi Prefecture. Although the ancient town has experienced vicissitudes, people can also see its long historical traces from its numerous ancient buildings in the Ming and Qing Dynasties.

The ancient Chinese architecture still retains that dignity, and the prayer bell of a Gothic church built by French missionaries has been echoing for a century. The blending of Chinese and western cultures has added another interest to this ancient town.