🌿 Nanxi River Hidden Gems | 190% Underrated Ancient Towns & Nature Escapes

#discoverchina Forget the usual touristy spots — if you’re craving that untouched, cinematic kind of travel vibe, this is your sign to explore the lesser-known corners of Nanxi River (楠溪江). Think ancient villages tucked under cliffs, misty waterfalls, and cozy old streets filled with retro cafés. Here’s my deep-dive route 🌊✨ 🏞 ① Furong Ancient Village (芙蓉古村) Compared to the bustling Wuzhen, Furong feels like a peaceful time capsule. Hidden beneath towering cliffs, this thousand-year-old village oozes quiet charm. 🎟️ Entrance: 20 RMB 📸 What to See: Chen Clan Ancestral Hall (陈氏宗堂) Furong Pavilion (芙蓉亭) 5 cultural exhibition halls Glowing Pearl Square (夜明珠广场) 🏮 ② Lishui Street (丽水街) A poetic, lived-in old street full of personality. It’s only 300 meters long, but its curved shape, retro record shops, and lantern-lit alleyways give it major cinematic energy. 🎟️ Entrance: 15 RMB 📸 What to See: Vinyl Record House (黑胶馆) “Water•Love Wheel” Café Local snack stands Panoramic deck at the end of the street 🌄 ③ Linkeng Ancient Village (林坑古村) My absolute favorite spot for dreamy photos! It’s like a quieter version of Huangling’s autumn harvest scenes. The village is built along a staircase-style mountain slope — perfect for blue-hour shots at dusk. 🎟️ Entrance: Free outside the harvest season 10 RMB during Shaiqiu (晒秋) season 🗓 Shaiqiu Time: Nov 15 – Dec 30 📸 What to See: A Mu’s Private Kitchen (阿木私厨) Guofu Drying Platform (国福晒秋平台) The bridge in front of the restaurant (trust me, it's a vibe) 🌊 ④ Longwan Lake National Forest Park (龙湾潭国家森林公园) Pristine water, fairy-tale bridges, and mini waterfalls — this is your go-to for peaceful hiking and a nature detox. Some people even call it “Mini Iceland” for its icy-blue hues in winter. 💡 Bonus: They’ve added cool high-altitude adventure courses for those who like a thrill! #thingstodo #travel