【China｜Zhangzhou, Fujian】

Take a leisurely walk in Yunshuiyao and Taxia Village in Zhangzhou and feel the two completely different atmospheres. Yunshuiyao is well-known, crowded with tourists, and the commercial atmosphere is like a veil, quietly shrouding it. Next to the ancient plank road, there are rows of souvenir shops with hawking sounds coming and going. In front of the traditional earthen buildings, there are many photo check-in points. The original quiet charm has been diluted a lot. The pure simplicity of the past seems to be hidden in the bustle. In comparison, Taxia Village is as peaceful and peaceful as a paradise. The stream meanders through the village, and the sound of gurgling water is accompanied by the shadows of the trees. Among the scattered earth buildings, the elderly sit at the door and chat about home affairs, and the children laugh and chase. Time slows down here. While walking, the breeze blows through the hair, carrying the fragrance of earth and vegetation, as if you can hear the whisper of time. Suggestions for visiting: When going to Yunshuiyao, you can choose to enter the park as early as possible in the early morning. Before the large tourist groups arrive, you can quietly appreciate the tranquility of Yunshuiyao in the morning light. Focus on visiting a few classic earth buildings to avoid the peak crowds. In the afternoon, we went to Taxia Village and found a bed and breakfast by the stream. We walked along the river bank in the evening and enjoyed the beautiful sunset. In the evening, we tasted authentic farm food and let our taste buds be immersed in this leisurely rural style. Enjoy the uniqueness of Taxia Village. Disturbed leisure.