Yunnan Off-the-Beaten-Path Travel Guide, the Forgotten Yi Ethnic Ming and Qing Ancient Village

Likeng Village, an ancient Ming and Qing village that remains 'unnoticed in a secluded place,' has been abandoned before it was even developed. This is also the most representative traditional ancient village in Weishan, backed by green mountains, facing a clear stream, with a well-ordered layout. The residential buildings rise along the mountain in three rows: upper, middle, and lower. Unfortunately, the preservation is not very good, and some of the residential houses have collapsed. So, how did Likeng Village get its name? It is said that there was an ancient well in the village that produced good water, which could cleanse people's eyes, hence it was beneficial to guests, thus the name Likeng Village. I think this name is very warm and extremely friendly. Just like the villagers here, who are all simple and kind. 🎈Likeng Village Travel Tips 🎈 ✅Likeng Village is about 8-9 kilometers away from Weishan Ancient Town ✅A taxi ride there costs about 20 yuan, and it's hard to get a taxi back, so be sure to negotiate with the driver in advance to pay an extra ten yuan for a return pick-up (call the driver in advance) ✅Ming and Qing architectural complex, a must-visit for those who like ancient architecture and villages ✅The surrounding fields are very comfortable, especially good for photography 🎈Weishan Travel Tips 🎈 ✅The streets and alleys of the ancient town ✅Gongchen Tower ✅Xinggong Tower ✅Li Meng Book House ✅Nanzhao Museum ✅Weishan Folk Museum ✅Wenhua Academy ✅Confucian Temple ✅Intangible Cultural Heritage Tie-Dye ✅Jiama 🚩Recommended Surrounding Tours of Weishan ✅Ancient Capital of Nanzhao ✅Yi Ethnic Homeland ✅Taoist Holy Land ✅Bird Path Stronghold ✅Source of the Red River ✅Harmony Huicun Village 🍵Weishan Ancient Town Food Recommendations ✅Old Wang's Crossing the River Rice Noodles (a century-old shop in the ancient town, only open in the morning) ✅Su Lao San Ancient Noodles ✅Rice cakes, corn cakes ✅Old Second Restaurant (average 60 yuan per person) ✅Master Kun (average 50 yuan per person) 🏠Weishan Ancient Town Accommodation Recommendations ✅Many options during the off-season, many inns are particularly cozy ✅Book in advance during peak season 🌟PS: Mingbang Inn (the courtyard environment is great, and the landlady is very nice) 🚩Weishan Ancient Town Tourist Routes ✅Route One: Nanzhao Cultural Square - Mengyang Park - Confucian Temple - Xinggong Tower - Liu Family Courtyard - Ke Family Courtyard - Nanzhao Museum - Yuhuang Pavilion and Wenhua Academy - Weishan Snack Street - Jinshi Square - Gongchen Tower - Shi Family Courtyard - Xu Family Courtyard - Folk Museum - Local Brand - Wenxian Square ✅Route Two: Wenxian Square - Local Official Square - Miss Liang's Mansion - Xu Family Courtyard - Gongchen Tower - Yuhuang Pavilion and Wenhua Academy - Shi Family Courtyard - Weishan Snack Street - Jinshi Square - Nanzhao Museum - Ke Family Courtyard - Xinggong Tower - Nanzhao No. 8 Courtyard Liu Residence - Confucian Temple - Mengyang Park - Nanzhao Cultural Square 🚩Taoist Famous Mountain Weibao Mountain ✅Mountain Gate - Nanzhao Earth God Temple - Wenchang Palace - Linggong Hall - Qingxia Palace - Yuhuang Pavilion - Sanhuang Hall - Guanyin Hall - Kuixing Pavilion - Doumu Pavilion - Sanqing Hall - Daoyuan Palace - Cangfuzi Hall - Peihe Tower - God of Wealth Hall - Three Princess Hall - Changchun Cave - Xuanzhu Observatory - Yuanjue Temple 🚩Historical and Cultural Famous Village Donglianhuacun ✅Mosque ✅Ma Family Courtyard ✅Horse Gang Culture Exhibition Room ✅Hui Ethnic Ancient Residences 🚙Transportation Information ✅High-speed train to Weishan Station, take a sightseeing bus for 2Y/person from the station, about 20 minutes from Dali ✅Self-driving to Weishan, it takes about 1-1.5 hours to drive from Dali to Weishan Ancient Town 💰Ticket Information ✅Weishan Ancient Town is free, some small attractions require separate tickets