Dongguan! Xixi Ancient Village | A small village from the Ming and Qing dynasties with free admission, stroll through the ancient city, away from the hustle and bustle!

Travel Guide to Xixi Ancient Village in Liaobu Town, Dongguan 1. Basic Information 🎫 Tickets: Free, so you can enjoy the tour without any burden. ⏰ Opening hours: Open all day, welcome to visit at any time. 🚗 Transportation: - Self-driving: You can easily reach Xixi Ancient Village by navigating. There is free parking at the entrance to facilitate your travel. - Bus: Take bus No. 366 or 369 and get off at Xixi Ancient Village Entrance Station. But please note that there are fewer bus services on Route 369, so be sure to reserve enough time for your return trip to avoid delays. II. Historical Evolution Xixi Ancient Village was built in the first year of the Tianqi reign of the Ming Dynasty (1621) and has a long history of about 400 years. It was originally named Luxi Village and later changed to Xixi Village. This place was once a prosperous commercial center and is now affectionately called "Little Lijiang". The village is built on the gentle slope of the natural mountain, facing east and west, and is located on the banks of the Hanxi River. It is not only an ancient village, but also a place full of cultural heritage. There are a large number of ancient buildings in the village, such as ancestral halls, study rooms, etc. These buildings not only reflect the glory and tradition of the Yin family, but also showcase the unique artistic style of Lingnan ancient architecture. 3. Characteristics of the Ancient Village 💫 Night view of the ancient village: "The east wind blows thousands of flowers into bloom at night, and blows down stars like rain." When night falls, the ancient village of Xixi seems to be covered with a dreamy veil. The ancient buildings are decorated with lights, and the bright lights illuminate the streets as bright as day, which is magnificent. The cruise ship in the pond is as bright as a night pearl, reflected on the water, dreamy, romantic and peaceful. Walking into the deep alley, "I searched for him among the crowd for hundreds of times. Suddenly I turned around and there he was, in the dim light." The ancient atmosphere hits you in the face. The bricks and tiles from the Ming and Qing Dynasties, the uneven bluestone roads, and the wooden doors and windows with traces of time all look particularly charming under the reflection of the lights. 📸 Take photos and check in: Every building, every street, and every brick and tile in the ancient village are shooting points. Whether it is the details of the ancient buildings or the green plants on the road, you can easily take photos with a classical and artistic style. - The gate of the ancient village is solemn and majestic, and it is an iconic place that must be visited when entering the ancient village. - The exquisite courtyard layout of the ancient house showcases the traditional garden art of Lingnan. - The lakeside trestle offers a beautiful view of the lake and the ancient village buildings. - Yuezui Xixi has its own unique charm, and the bright lights at night create a romantic and dreamy atmosphere. - Artistic Shop Street, with various art shops on both sides of the street, with distinctive features, full of creativity and artistic atmosphere. - The alleys in the ancient village also have their own charm. Each alley has its own unique characteristics. In summer, you can see the lotus pond, the moonlit West Creek, the snack street and the marriage tree. 🍱 Food and Hanfu: There are snack and beverage shops in the ancient village, as well as many stalls selling handicrafts, where you can find your favorite small items. You can also rent Hanfu. Many beautiful young ladies took photos in the ancient village with hairpins on their heads. It was so beautiful! Imagine that you are wearing Hanfu and strolling on the streets of an ancient village, as if you have traveled back to ancient times. 4. Tips 1. Respect local culture and customs, maintain civilized tours, and allow the beauty of the ancient village to continue. 2. Wear comfortable shoes, as some roads in the ancient village may be paved with cobblestones, which will allow you to enjoy the tour better. 3. The public restroom is not very clean, so try to use it when dining in the restaurant, which is both convenient and hygienic. 4. Dongguan's 369 bus runs very rarely, so please leave plenty of time for the return trip to avoid delaying your trip. 5. There are many food options on "Fuxi Road" outside Xixi Ancient Village. You can go there to taste the local delicacies after your visit. The recommended visiting time is about 2 hours, so that you can fully appreciate the charm of Xixi Ancient Village.