凤凰古城，位于湖南省西部，是中国最美丽、保存最完好的古城之一。其历史可追溯至1,300多年前，以保存完好的明清时期建筑而闻名。古城依偎在沱江两岸，传统的吊脚楼沿江而建，构成了如诗如画的景色。凤凰也是苗族和土家族等少数民族的文化中心，并因著名作家沈从文的文学作品而声名远播，他正是这座古城的故乡。城内狭窄的石板街、古老的城墙以及横跨沱江的古桥，共同营造出一种宁静而永恒的氛围，吸引着来自世界各地的艺术家和旅行者。
Fenghuang Ancient Town, located in western Hunan Province, is one of China’s most beautiful and well-preserved ancient towns. With a history stretching back over 1,300 years, the town is renowned for its unique architecture from the Ming and Qing dynasties. It is situated on the banks of the Tuo River, where traditional stilted houses (called diaojiaolou) are built along the riverbanks, creating a picturesque landscape. Fenghuang is also a cultural hub for the Miao and Tujia ethnic minorities, and it gained significant fame through the works of the acclaimed writer Shen Congwen, a native of the town. Its narrow cobblestone streets, ancient city walls, and intricate bridges over the river evoke a timeless, tranquil atmosphere, attracting artists and travelers from around the world.
