Chapter 45 Mu Mansion!

"Brother Su, where are you going to play today? Do you need me to give you a simple guide?"

As soon as Su Chen went downstairs, he ran into Boss Yu who was watering the plants in the yard.

"I'm still thinking about where to go today. With Boss Yu's guide, I can save a lot of trouble!"

Hearing this, Boss Yu immediately put down the kettle in his hand and took Su Chen to the public rest area.

I don’t know where Boss Yu got this water bottle from, it’s just like the one I used when I was in school!
"Come, try the milk tea I made. I don't know if it suits your taste!"

A full cup, still steaming.

He blew gently and took a small sip. The aroma of tea and milk spread in his mouth, making Su Chen unable to help but drink a few more sips.

"Boss Yu, your milk tea is really good. You must have put a lot of thought into it!"

Boss Yu chuckled when he heard this, "Brother Su, to be honest, this milk tea doesn't take much effort. The raw materials are all from Lijiang, but I personally went to the production area to collect them!"

Su Chen also understood in his heart that Yunnan Province is a major tea-producing province, and many famous teas are produced here.

"I wonder if Boss Yu has any stock? Can you give me some when I leave?"

"Hahaha~ These are all small things. As long as Brother Su has a good time in Lijiang!" Boss Yu's face was almost blooming with smiles.

After all, it is a happy thing if your milk tea is liked by others.

During our stay, the inn's waiter brought us some Lijiang's special breakfast dishes, which were delicious when paired with milk tea.

The two of them had almost finished eating, and Boss Yu got to the point, "Brother Su, do you want to stroll around the ancient town or go to Jade Dragon Snow Mountain?"

"Is there any explanation for this?" Su Chen looked at Boss Yu with some confusion.

"It's not that there is a saying, but if you want to go to Jade Dragon Snow Mountain, it's not just to climb the mountain. There are many places worth visiting around it. They are all on the same line. You can visit several places in one day!"

"If you are just wandering around Lijiang Ancient Town, I suggest you visit the Mu Mansion, which is the Lijiang version of the Forbidden City and a must-visit place to learn about Naxi culture!"

Climbing mountains... Su Chen is not very interested in it. It feels like he is just asking for trouble. He also has to pay attention to altitude sickness and the like. He doesn't want to suffer.

Of course, the purpose of going out to play is to have fun, not to torture yourself.

You don't have to climb the mountain, but you can go and see the few attractions that the boss just mentioned.

Su Chen also inquired in detail, places like Baisha Ancient Town, Qianguqing Scenic Area and Lugu Lake are still worth visiting.

The two chatted for a while, and Boss Yu gave a general strategy.

The first stop is to the Mu Mansion. After all, it is located in the ancient town of Lijiang, which is the closest to Su Chen.

The second stop is the Qianguqing Scenic Area. Basically, you can stay there until night to see everything.

There are various performances in the scenic area in the afternoon, and in the evening you can also participate in Yunnan Province’s special program - dance and singing!

After coming out of the inn, Su Chen went straight to the Mu Mansion.

The inn where he lived was not very far from the Mu Mansion and could be seen from his bedroom. When Su Chen walked towards the Mu Mansion, he finally understood the saying that goes "If you don't look at the mountain, you will die!"

After walking for about half an hour, Su Chen finally arrived at the Mu Mansion.

The Lijiang Ancient Town in the daytime is another kind of scenery. Not many people!!!
This also surprised Su Chen. When he went out last night, the ancient town was so crowded that every street was filled with tourists.

Su Chen didn't see many people along the way, and most of them were elderly people who came to play with tour groups.

I think those who come to Lijiang to play are here for the charming night of Lijiang!
"Does anyone need a temporary tour guide? It only costs 10 yuan!"

Just as Su Chen was about to go in... he heard a male tour guide next to him holding a flag and shouting loudly!
The tour guide was a bit dark and not very tall. He wore a Tang suit and a pair of light-colored sunglasses. He would occasionally exchange a few words with the people around him.

Seeing that many people were following him, Su Chen also became interested. After all, ordinary people would not be able to understand a scenic spot with profound cultural heritage like the Mu Mansion without someone to explain it!

"Guide, let me sign up!" Su Chen did not hesitate and strode over.

“10 Yuan discount!”

The tour guide handed over a QR code and Su Chen scanned it and paid ten yuan directly!
After waiting for a while, a few more individual customers came, and there were about twenty people in total.

"Hello everyone, I am the tour guide Xiao Hei. Now please follow my steps to see the scenery of Mu Mansion!"

The tour guide Xiao Hei raised the tour guide flag in his hand and waved it, then led a group of people inside.

As soon as you enter the Mu Mansion, you will see a huge square.

"The square you see is the former military parade ground. People would gather here during wars!"

After a quick look around the square, our black tour guide led everyone towards a building.

"Council Hall!"

When he reached the door of the meeting room, the black tour guide stopped.

"Do you see the three plaques under the eaves?"

"All three plaques are inscribed with 'Serving the Country with Sincerity'! They were awarded by three emperors of the Ming Dynasty, namely Emperor Hongwu, Emperor Chengzu of the Ming Dynasty and Emperor Jiajing. If you are interested, you can check the details online!"

Su Chen looked at his phone and took a few photos. If he didn't take a few photos while traveling, it would be a waste of time!
A Tusi Mansion is half of the history of the nation! This is not only a scenic spot, but also the Lijiang Ancient Town Museum. It shows the changes of the entire Naxi culture and also includes the changes of the times over hundreds of years.

I have heard that there is the Forbidden City in the north and the Mu Palace in the south. After a tour, Su Chen still felt a little unsatisfied.

Especially when standing on the attic of the Mu Mansion, you can see the entire Jade Dragon Snow Mountain and the entire Lijiang Ancient Town from afar. You will feel like you are in charge of everything and own the entire ancient town.

It was almost twelve o'clock when Su Chen came out of the Mu Mansion. After walking all the way, his stomach was already growling with hunger.

"I don't know if the food in this restaurant recommended by Boss Yu is good. If it's not, I'll have a good chat with him when I get back!" Su Chen muttered while rubbing his hungry stomach.

This restaurant was specially recommended by Boss Yu when he was traveling, saying that you won't be able to complain after eating so many of them!
After walking for about ten minutes, Su Chen walked out of the ancient town before he saw the sign of the store!
“Lijiang cured pork ribs!”

In fact, there are many famous cured pork ribs restaurants in the ancient town, but Boss Yu repeatedly recommended that he eat outside, saying that the taste is better and more authentic!

I don’t know if it’s because it’s noon, but there aren’t many people around. Su Chen found a seat by the window and ordered the signature cured pork ribs, cured ham pot and a few side dishes.

You can enjoy delicious food while appreciating the scenery of the ancient city.

　The author has had some health problems these days, and I would like to say sorry to everyone. I will soon recover and the pace will be faster in the future.

　　
　
(End of this chapter)