Nanning 南宁

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Itinerary
day 1
- Try Laoyou Noodles (老友粉) at Fulaiming Laoyou Fen (复记老友粉).
- Three Streets and Two Alleys (三街两巷) – Wander through this restored historical area with Qing-era architecture, boutique shops, and small museums.
- Guangxi Museum of Nationalities (广西民族博物馆) (optional) – Learn about Guangxi’s ethnic minority cultures (about 20 min by taxi from the old town)

day 2
- Ningzhou Ancient Town Restaurant (宁州古城饭店) for classic Guangxi dishes like beer fish and bamboo rice.
- Qingxiu Mountain (青秀山) – A scenic park with temples, gardens, and a panoramic view of Nanning
- Dinner at Zhongshan Road Night Market (中山路夜市)** – Try grilled oysters, snail noodles, and sour-spicy fruits (酸嘢).
- Stroll along Yongjiang River (邕江夜景) – Beautiful night views with illuminated bridges.

day 3
Nature & Relaxation
- Rice noodle rolls (卷筒粉) from a street vendor.
- Nanning People’s Park (人民公园) – A peaceful green space with a small lake, pagodas, and a zoo (free entry).
- Lunch: Luoshen Luosifen (螺神螺蛳粉) for authentic snail noodles.
- Nanning Botanical Garden (南宁植物园) or Yangmei Ancient Town (扬美古镇) (1-hour drive) – A quieter, well-preserved ancient village by the river.

Accommodation
Andarman, Camry, Borrman, City Comfort
Alternative Names – Ensure it’s not confused with similarly named hotels (e.g., Andaman *Resort* in Thailand). 广西南宁市西乡塘区大学东路118号

No. 118 Daxue East Road, Xixiangtang District, Nanning, Guangxi, China 广西南宁市西乡塘区大学东路118号

Food Recommendations
Laoyou Noodles (老友粉) – A signature Nanning dish with sour, spicy, and savory flavors, made with fermented tofu, chili, and pork or offal.
- Recommended Spot: Fulaiming Laoyu Fen (复记老友粉) – A well-known local chain.
- Snail Noodles (螺蛳粉) – Though originally from Liuzhou, many great spots in Nanning serve this pungent, spicy noodle soup with snails.
- Try: Luoshen Luosifen (螺神螺蛳粉) or small street stalls.

2. Street Food & Snacks
- Rice Noodle Rolls (卷筒粉) – Steamed rice sheets filled with meat, mushrooms, or veggies, served with savory sauce.
- Where to try: Street vendors near Three Streets and Two Alleys.
- Barbecue (烧烤) – Night markets offer grilled skewers with a local twist (try honey-glazed pork or grilled oysters).
- Sour and Spicy Pickled Fruits (酸嘢) – A unique Guangxi snack of fresh fruits pickled in chili, salt, and sugar.
- Best spots: Street vendors or Ahong Sour & Spicy (阿红酸嘢)Day 1: Explore Nanning’s Old Town & Local Flavors