Luzhou City
Luzhou (泸州 Lúzhōu) is a city in East Sichuan. Known for its long history, rich culture, and famous liquor industry, Luzhou sits at the confluence of the Yangtze and Tuo Rivers. It is often referred to as the "Liquor City" because it is home to one of China’s most renowned baijiu distilleries, Luzhou Laojiao. The city offers visitors a mix of natural beauty, ancient history, and the modern charm of China's growing economy.
Understand
[edit]Luzhou has a history dating back over 2,000 years. It was an important river port for trade and a key site during several dynasties. The city’s name translates to "city of the reeds," reflecting its natural landscape near the riverbanks.
Today, Luzhou is a vibrant city known for its role in the production of baijiu(白酒), particularly the famous Luzhou Laojiao brand, a strong distilled spirit that has gained international recognition. It also boasts a growing economy and developing tourism sector, attracting visitors with its picturesque river views, ancient towns, and cultural heritage.
It belongs to the subtropical humid climate zone, and the southern mountainous area has a distinct three-dimensional climate.
As of the end of December 2022, the city has 3 urban districts and 4 counties, and the population is 5 million.
Districts
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| Metropolitan Area (Jiangyang District, Naxi District, Longmatan District) |
| Outer City Area (Lu County, Hejiang County, Xuyong County, Gulin County) |
Get in
[edit]By plane
[edit]- 1 Luzhou Yunlong Airport (泸州云龙机场). Offering flights to major Chinese cities such as Beijing, Shanghai, and Guangzhou.
By train
[edit]- 2 Luzhou Station (泸州站). Major cities in Sichuan and neighboring provinces. Chengdu is about 2.5 hours away by high-speed train.
By bus
[edit]Luzhou has a well-connected bus system, with frequent services to nearby cities like Chongqing, Yibin, and Zigong.
Get around
[edit]Luzhou has a range of transportation options for getting around the city.
By Public Bus
[edit]The city has an extensive bus network that covers major attractions and neighborhoods.
By taxi
[edit]Taxi with meter is cheap, expect to pay ¥10 from the city center to the South Bus station.
By Bicycles
[edit]Renting a bicycle is a great way to enjoy the riverside scenery and explore local parks.
See
[edit]The following lists the attractions in the urban area (Jiangyang District, Naxi District, Longmatan District). For details of Lu County, Hejiang County, Xuyong County, and Gulin County, please see the respective entries.
- Luzhou Daqu Old Cellar (泸州大曲老窖池). National Key Cultural Relics Protection Unit, including the cellar group and wine-making workshop in Yinggoutou area, Dingji workshop, the cellar group and wine-making workshop in Xiaoshi area, and the cellar group and wine-making workshop in Luohan area.
- Baoen Pagoda (报恩塔). National Key Cultural Relics Protection Unit.
- Longnao Bridge (龙脑桥). National Key Cultural Relics Protection Unit.
- Song Tombs in Lu County (泸县宋墓). National Key Cultural Relics Protection Unit. Including Puqiao Tombs and Changlinggeng Tombs.
- Luopanzui Tombs (罗盘嘴墓群). National Key Cultural Relics Protection Unit.
- Luxian Longqiao Group (泸县龙桥群). National Key Cultural Relics Protection Unit.
- Luxian Qushi Manor (泸县屈氏庄园). National Key Cultural Relics Protection Unit.
- Yuchanshan Cliff Sculpture (玉蟾山摩崖造像). National Key Cultural Relics Protection Unit.
- Zhujiashan Donghua Poetry Society Site (朱家山东华诗社旧址), Jiangyang District. Sichuan Provincial Cultural Relics Protection Unit.
- Longtouguan (龙透关), Jiangyang District. Sichuan Provincial Cultural Relics Protection Unit.
- Luzhou City Wall (泸州城垣), Jiangyang District. Sichuan Provincial Cultural Relics Protection Unit.
- Zhangba Longan Forest (张坝桂圆林), Jiangyang District. Sichuan Provincial Cultural Relics Protection Unit.
- Jiangyang Wild Goose Pagoda (江阳雁塔), Jiangyang District. Sichuan Provincial Cultural Relics Protection Unit.
- Former Site of Lianyi Company Building (联一公司大楼旧址), Jiangyang District. Sichuan Provincial Cultural Relics Protection Unit.
- Jiangyang Xiyuan (江阳熙园), Jiangyang District. Sichuan Provincial Cultural Relics Protection Unit.
- Huguoyan Inscription (护国岩题刻), Naxi District. Sichuan Provincial Cultural Relics Protection Unit.
- Tianxian Town Anti-Japanese Primary School Site (天仙镇抗战小学旧址), Naxi District. Sichuan Provincial Cultural Relics Protection Unit.
- Huguojun Mianhuapo Battlefield Relics (护国军棉花坡战场遗迹), Naxi District. Sichuan Provincial Cultural Relics Protection Unit.
- Jinfeng Temple and murals (金凤寺及壁画), Naxi District. Sichuan Provincial Cultural Relics Protection Unit.
- Naxi Longqiao Group (纳溪龙桥群), Naxi District. Sichuan Provincial Cultural Relics Protection Unit.
- Tianxiandong Price Stone Carving (天仙硐物价石刻), Naxi District. Sichuan Provincial Cultural Relics Protection Unit.
- Mengxianting Cliff Tombs (梦仙亭崖墓群), Longmatan District. Sichuan Provincial Cultural Relics Protection Unit.
- Sanxi Winery Site (三溪酒坊遗址), Longmatan District. Sichuan Provincial Cultural Relics Protection Unit.
- Zui Baxian "Xiu De Cao Fang" Winery (醉八仙“修德槽坊”酿酒作坊), Longmatan District. Sichuan Provincial Cultural Relics Protection Unit.
- Mengxianting Cliff Sculptures and Stone Carvings (梦仙亭摩崖造像及石刻), Longmatan District. Sichuan Provincial Cultural Relics Protection Unit.
- Luohan Guo Family Ancestral Hall (罗汉郭家祠堂), Longmatan District. Sichuan Provincial Cultural Relics Protection Unit.
- Dongwo Hydropower Station (洞窝水电站), Longmatan District. Sichuan Provincial Cultural Relics Protection Unit.
- Ledaojie Village (乐道街村), Tianxian Town, Naxi District. Famous Historical and Cultural Village in China
Do
[edit]Buy
[edit]- Luzhou Laojiao Baijiu (泸州老窖). You can't leave Luzhou without picking up a bottle of Luzhou Laojiao baijiu. There are many stores and distilleries around the city that offer tastings and sales.
- Longan Fruit (桂圆水果). Luzhou is famous for its longan orchards, and fresh longans are widely available when in season. You can also buy dried longans, which are popular for their sweet flavor.
Eat
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[edit]Stay safe
[edit]Emergency numbers: 110 for police, 120 for ambulance, 119 for fire.
Hospitals
[edit]- The First Affiliated Hospital of Southwest Medical University (西南医科大学附属第一医院).
- Luzhou People's Hospital (泸州市人民医院).
- Luzhou Traditional Chinese Medicine Hospital (泸州市中医院).