Traveling in Hongcun, Anhui

Coming out of the Hongcun bus station, the pastoral atmosphere of the small town hits you immediately. A main pedestrian street is lined with shops, bustling with people. The houses feature white walls, black tiles, and horse-head walls, full of Huizhou flavor. It had just rained, and the distant mountains appeared misty, shrouded in clouds. Nearby, there is the hustle and bustle of daily life, while in the distance, there is an ethereal aura. Coming from a concrete jungle, seeing this is inevitably refreshing and exciting. Having bought the tickets online, we scanned our IDs at the entrance of the scenic area to enter. One ticket is valid for three days. Upon entering, we quickly saw a lake, locally called Nanhu, where many students were sketching by the lakeside. There is a small stone path in the lake, which arches into a stone bridge in the middle, dividing the lake into two. The delicate bridge stands gracefully in the water, giving the flat lake a focal point. There are many alleys. Walking in the direction of the water flow leads out, while the opposite direction leads in. There are also many people, with various large and small shops, snack bars, and restaurants, bustling with activity. The numerous homestays each have their own decorations. No need to turn around or look back to find the scenery; it is right beside you, ready to be captured. I took a lot of photos, and they turned out beautifully.