Wenzhou Linkeng Ancient Village

Wenzhou Linkeng Ancient Village Lin Keng Village is located in the first town in East China - Yantan Town, Yongjia County. Here, in ancient times, Located in a remote area with dense bamboo forests and surrounded by mountains on three sides, Houyin is known as "Linkeng" due to its isolated location and numerous streams and valleys. It is renowned for its beauty, often referred to as the "Peach Blossom Spring". The village was founded during the Ming Dynasty and is a historic and culturally rich ancient village, serving as the ancestral home of the Mao clan for 45 generations, with a history of over 700 years. The architecture of Linkeng village features typical Zhejiang-style mountain dwellings, with a simple and natural aesthetic, unique shapes, and smooth lines that complement the beautiful surrounding mountains. It perfectly embodies the essence of wood and stone, and the philosophy of "harmony between man and nature" advocated by ancient Chinese scholars. It represents the most typical, perfect, and diverse forms of mountain dwellings in the Zhejiang mountainous region, making it a treasure trove of architectural and cultural heritage, a village museum, and an important basis for the study of local culture. In addition to the ancient dwellings, the village also boasts ecological tourism resources such as Dadu Rock, Moonlight Cave, Sanjie Rock, Shuangzhu Peak, and Sanzhe Waterfall, making it a place of exceptional natural beauty.