Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News
Yunnan’s ancient town attracts tourists worldwide
Updated: March 18, 2025 14:57Xinhua
Tourists visit an ancient stage in Shaxi Town, Jianchuan County, southwest China’s Yunnan Province, March 17, 2025. Shaxi, a remote township in Jianchuan County, was once an important trading hub for tea, herbs, silk and salt on the ancient Tea Horse Road, a trade route dating back to the Tang Dynasty (618-907). The ancient temples, old alleys and caravansaries of the ancient town are reminders of past glories and attract tourists from around the world. [Photo/Xinhua]An aerial drone photo shows a view of Shaxi Town in Jianchuan County, southwest China’s Yunnan Province, March 17, 2025. [Photo/Xinhua]Tourists visit Shaxi Town in Jianchuan County, southwest China’s Yunnan Province, March 17, 2025. [Photo/Xinhua]Tourists take photos in Shaxi Town, Jianchuan County, southwest China’s Yunnan Province, March 17, 2025. [Photo/Xinhua]Tourists visit an ancient stage in Shaxi Town, Jianchuan County, southwest China’s Yunnan Province, March 17, 2025. [Photo/Xinhua]Tourists read books at a bookshop in Shaxi Town, Jianchuan County, southwest China’s Yunnan Province, March 17, 2025. [Photo/Xinhua]Tourists visit Shaxi Town in Jianchuan County, southwest China’s Yunnan Province, March 17, 2025. [Photo/Xinhua]Tourists visit a bookshop in Shaxi Town, Jianchuan County, southwest China’s Yunnan Province, March 17, 2025. [Photo/Xinhua]