Holiday Reverse Travel: Hidden Fuxi Village in the Border Area of Guangdong, Guangxi, and Hunan

Holiday Reverse Travel: Hidden Fuxi Village in the Border Area of Guangdong, Guangxi, and Hunan, a secret ancient village preserving the most original Lingnan poetic charm Having traveled through all the popular villages in the Pearl River Delta, if you ask which place can make you shed all your fatigue, Fuxi Village in Huaiji, Zhaoqing, is definitely my personal favorite recommendation—this is my third time coming here. Huaiji is not just about bamboo fungus; this millennium-old village hidden in the mountains of western Guangdong holds a unique romance where Lingnan water towns blend with karst landscapes. This time, besides the must-visit ancient village core area, we also found several secret scenic spots known only to locals. If you want to escape the crowds and find some peace during the holiday, be sure to save this Fuxi Village guide～ 🚗 Transportation Guide - High-speed rail: Take the high-speed train to Huaiji Station, then transfer to a county shuttle bus to "Fuxi Village Entrance," followed by a 10-minute taxi ride to reach the village. - Self-driving: About 2.5 hours from Guangzhou, accessible via the Pearl River Delta ring expressway, with free parking available at the village entrance. 🗺️ 3 Days 2 Nights Holiday Highlights Route Day 1: Depart from Guangzhou → Fuxi Ancient Village Core Area (stroll ancient alleys, visit ancestral halls) → Yanyan Karst Cave Day 2: Xiashuai Zhuang and Yao Ethnic Township → Eagle Peach Valley Hiking → Nighttime stargazing in Fuxi Village Day 3: Langmei Village Terraces → Liuzu Rock → Return trip 🌟 Must-Visit Spots in Fuxi Village: Millennium Ancient Village · Karst Secret Realm - 🏯 Fuxi Ancient Village Core Area: Lingnan’s “Maze Ancient Village,” with well-preserved Ming and Qing dynasty blue bricks and black tiles! The Xie Clan Ancestral Hall features carved beams and painted rafters, and the “seven horizontal and eight vertical” ancient alleys intersect like a chessboard. Walking on the bluestone paths, you might encounter elders sitting at doorsteps mending shoes, full of everyday life charm. - 🌌 Yanyan Karst Cave: A 20-minute drive from Fuxi Village, the “Number One Wonder Cave in Lingnan” lives up to its name! Inside, stalactites take on countless shapes, and in the early morning, thousands of golden swifts swirl out. At dusk, light filters through the cave entrance, creating a fairyland-like scene. - 🌾 Langmei Village Terraces: Hidden in a mountain hollow, known as the “Little Hani of Lingnan.” In autumn, the rice waves roll, and the layered terraces reflect the blue sky and white clouds. Every snapshot is a healing masterpiece, and best of all, there are almost no tourists. Other Unmissable Attractions - 🛖 Xiashuai Zhuang and Yao Ethnic Township: The only Zhuang and Yao ethnic township in Guangdong, 30 minutes from Fuxi Village. It preserves Zhuang and Yao architectural styles and offers experiences like Zhuang brocade weaving and Yao long drum dance, immersing visitors in ethnic minority culture. - 🪨 Liuzu Rock: Legend has it that the Sixth Patriarch Huineng once lived here in seclusion. The cave is quiet and serene, with powerful stone carvings at the entrance. It’s perfect for visitors who enjoy niche cultural sites. From the top, you can overlook the entire karst peak forest. 🏡 Hidden Gems (Few People, Beautiful Scenery!) - Eagle Peach Valley: A hiking secret spot behind Fuxi Village, with babbling streams and towering ancient trees along the way. In autumn, wild fruits hang heavily on branches. The endpoint is a natural waterfall and deep pool, ideal for creek tracing and picnics, taking in a whole piece of natural landscape. - Fuxi Village Old Oil Mill: A century-old wooden oil press mill where traditional oil pressing tools can still be seen. Villagers occasionally demonstrate ancient oil pressing methods, full of the texture of time. 💡 Holiday Travel Tips - Fuxi Village and surrounding attractions are mostly in mountainous areas, so comfortable hiking shoes are recommended, along with sun protection and mosquito repellent. - Don’t miss local specialties: Huaiji bamboo fungus chicken soup, Fuxi stuffed tofu, and Xiashuai oil tea. The farmhouse restaurants at the village entrance offer authentic and affordable flavors. - Recommended accommodation in the ancient village is the “Fuxi Homestay,” a renovated old blue brick house with windows opening to ancient alleys and rice fields, providing a fully immersive experience. This millennium-old village hidden at the junction of Guangdong, Guangxi, and Hunan has no commercial hustle, only the tranquility of mountains and waters and the warmth of culture. If you don’t want to squeeze into popular tourist spots during the holiday, come to Fuxi Village and slow down to feel the poetry and relaxation of a Lingnan ancient village～