2024 Hongcun Travel Guide: Must-see attractions, popular food, hotels, transportation routes (updated in December)

Ancient Village At The Foot Of Mt. Huangshan

Stopped by this breathtakingly beautiful village before my trip to Mt. Huangshan — it’s literally the ancient village in Chinese paintings. This 900-years old village is called Hongcun. It’s so quiet and peaceful there, definitely one of the best historic sites I’ve ever been to. If you’re planning a hike to Mt. Huangshan, I highly recommend you to stop by and take a stroll around Hongcun. Hiring a local tour guide would also be a good idea if you want to learn more about this village that has been listed as one of UNESCO World Heritage Sites! #momentsmission #unforgettableexperiences #thanksgiving #scenicspotguide

March / April are the best times to see the bright yellow fields of rapeseed flowers surrounding villages in Anhui - and Lucun is one of those villages you can explore to enjoy an escape into nature. From Shanghai, you can take a high speed train to Huangshan North Train Station, which is only around 2.5-3 hours. Then, to reach Lucun Village, you can either take a bus from Huangshan North or hire a driver for the day. We decided to hire a driver for a day, at 350 RMB per day, to take us around a number of villages in the area. Lucun is located near Hongcun Village, so you could easily schedule in a visit to at least two or three villages in one day if you’re pressed for time. Lucun is one of the smaller villages, charming and tranquil, and is said to be around 1,000 years old. while strolling through, we saw locals simply getting about their day prepping meals, washing clothes or heading out into the fields to work. The surrounding areas was beautiful - with bright yellow fields surrounding the immediate area around the village, and huge rolling hills in the distance. 📍Lucun Village, Anhui Province, China Ticket Price: 50 RMB #unforgettableexperiences#historicculture#loveflowers#urbanexplorer#qingmingtravel

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If you haven't experienced the concept of "the end of a life, no dream to Huizhou", then pick a normal morning, and go to Hongcun to understand. Because I lived in Hongcun for one night, I walked in the empty Hongcun before the tour group arrived in the morning. At this time, the Nanhu Lake and the Moon Marsh were particularly beautiful. The early mornings were full of layers and the ancient village was full of charm.

Hongcun | This is the Huizhou of my dreams, no need to avoid!

Hongcun | This is the Huizhou of my dreams, no need to avoid! Before going, I read a lot of posts about avoiding Hongcun. The main points were that the tickets were expensive and not worth the price, it was too commercialized, and there were too many people. Even the driver on the way there said that Hongcun and Xidi were similar, and you only needed to visit one. But how can a Chinese person escape the "I'm already here" rule? Luckily, I went, and the scenery in Hongcun is really beautiful! I recommend Hongcun because this is what Huizhou looks like in my dreams. The blue bricks, black tiles, and horse-head walls are typical Huizhou architecture. The Huizhou merchant culture and clan culture are worth learning about in this ancient village that is hundreds of years old.

Jiangnan Summer Vacation: Huangshan and Hongcun

"The place of a lifetime, no dream of Huizhou" I often saw this quote when planning my summer vacation. Perhaps it doesn't mean what people think it does, but it is enough to guide people there. We traveled from Nanjing to Huangshan and decided to rent a car for a deep tour. The blue sky, white clouds, and black-tiled houses along the way made me feel bored until we drove into Yixian County and arrived at Hongcun. The mottled walls and distant mountains told me that we had arrived in Huizhou. Hongcun is bustling with tourists, students sketching, and busy shopkeepers. Hongcun is also quiet, with grandmothers washing clothes by the Moon Pond and making pancakes by Nanhu Lake, seemingly completing their daily routine for years. No tourists or urging could affect them. Hongcun's beauty lies in its different colors at different times of the day. In the morning, it is blue; at noon, it is green; in the evening, it turns orange. In the morning, the blue sky reflects in the water. The water is the same color as the sky. When I open the window, the quiet village seems never to have been lively. The staggered horsehead walls tell me they have been like this for many years. At noon, the hot sun shines through the trees onto the walls, and the water turns green. The flowing water tells us about its 800-year history. In the evening, the sunset turns Hongcun orange. I have never been so close to the sunset anywhere else, as if it wants to catch up with us and stop us. Quiet and bustling, reality and fantasy, past and present, contradictory qualities perfectly blend and coexist harmoniously in Hongcun.

Southern Anhui Hongcun | "A thousand years of heritage, elegant Huizhou"

| "A thousand years of heritage, elegant Huizhou". Walking into the ancient Huizhou village, every brick and tile reveals the wisdom and ingenuity of the ancients. Come to Hongcun to feel the true atmosphere of Jiangnan and experience the "living" cultural relics around you. From the misty haze to the sudden burst of sunshine, Hongcun instantly transforms into the Peach Blossom Land described by Tao Yuanming. The misty rain and the black, white, and gray Huizhou architecture blend into one, beautiful like an ink painting 😍 Being in it, it's truly mesmerizing! If someone asks where the fairyland is, it must be in southern Anhui, Hongcun! 🪇 Recommended Route Scenic Entrance - Nanhu Lake - Nanhu Academy Jingde Hall - Moon Pond (shaped like a cow's stomach) - Lexu Hall - Jingxiu Hall - Chengzhi Hall - Shuren Hall - Taoyuan Residence - Red and White Ancient Trees Ticket 🎫: 94 yuan, valid for three days, free entry and exit First time scan QR code, then use ID card/ID photo for re-entry 🚗 How to get to Hongcun Driving around is more convenient. Take the high-speed train to Yixian Station and then take a taxi You can take a bus to Hongcun ⚠️ What is worth playing in Hongcun ▪️ Go to Nanhu Academy to feel the elegance and wisdom of ancient Huizhou culture. ▪️ There are many small and exquisite teahouses in the village, find one to taste the local Huangshan Maofeng tea. ▪️ Stroll around Chengzhi Hall, known as the "Folk Forbidden City". ▪️ The live stage play "Hongcun Aju" is highly recommended and very spectacular. ▪️ Taste various local Huizhou delicacies in Hongcun. ▪️ Make an appointment for intangible cultural heritage paper-cutting to experience the unique culture. 📷 How to take photos ▪️ The best spots for photography are Nanhu Lake and Moon Pond ▪️ Lower the camera angle if there are many people ▪️ Nanhu Lake is the most classic panoramic spot for photographing Hongcun, and it looks even more beautiful like a Jiangnan landscape painting on rainy days. ‼️ The small bridge on Nanhu Lake is where Li Mubai led his horse in the movie "Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon", don't miss taking a similar shot ‼️ Moon Pond is famous for its half-moon-shaped lake surface, known as the "Sky Mirror" in ancient villages, shaped like a cow's stomach, symbolizing contentment and happiness when the water is full 🥩 Delicious food in Hongcun ▪️ A must-try local specialty in Huizhou is stinky mandarin fish, which smells bad but tastes delicious. ▪️ The famous local moldy tofu is quite unique ▪️ Huizhou milk tea, Huangshan biscuits, dried plum vegetable and bacon biscuits, osmanthus wine, etc. ♦️ Stay in a homestay outside the scenic area: close to the scenic area, more convenient, and cheaper ♦️ Stay in a homestay inside the scenic area: free Hongcun tickets, and you can experience living in a century-old Huizhou building, with Hongcun in the morning mist looking like a fairyland

Anhui·Hongcun Ancient Village 2/2

The site selection and layout of Hongcun Town, as well as the beautiful scenery of Hongcun, are all directly related to water. It is an ancient village that has been meticulously planned. The planning and design of the artificial water system inside and outside the village are quite exquisite and ingenious. Experts have praised Hongcun as a 'harmonious blend of cultural and natural landscapes, a rare ancient village in the world with detailed planning.' It has been referred to by Chinese and foreign architectural experts as a 'pearl of traditional Chinese architecture' and a 'living textbook for studying the history of ancient Chinese water conservancy.'

Hongcun is no longer far away, and it also offers better value for money

Free travel is here for a limited time, allowing you to fully enjoy the charm of Huangshan Yi County. The misty rain lingers over Sanjie Street, and the ninety-nine alleys come to life. The landscape of southern Anhui is picturesque, and its elegance is fully displayed in Hongcun. In a place of utter devotion, one dreams not of Huizhou. The misty rain has soaked Sanjie Street and the ninety-nine alleys, and the ink-wash Jiangnan of southern Anhui is displayed one by one in Hongcun. In summer, Chengkan is in my heart, and the sight of lotus leaves reaching to the sky arouses endless longing. Yet, fate has brought me to Huangshan Yi County in winter. It is at this time that Yi County welcomes the opening of the Changjinghuang High-Speed Rail. With a high-speed rail ticket to Yi County, you can not only enjoy the benefit of free admission to Yi County's attractions but also deduct the cost of one night's accommodation. Therefore, a free visit to Hongcun is too tempting! Hongcun is as affectionate as water. As soon as you set foot in Hongcun, you can see Nanhu Lake and the Painted Bridge. This is also the place where Li Mubai led his horse in the movie 'Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon'. Stroll to the Hongcun Post Office, pick a favorite cultural or fridge magnet, and take it home to remember. At Nanhu Academy, experience the Jiangnan style unique to Huizhou and the literary thoughts of the ancients. At the center of Hongcun is a crescent-shaped Moon Pond. The ancients valued the waxing and waning of the moon, the fullness and spilling of water, hence the special shape of this Moon Pond. Hongcun is full of people sketching, where you can appreciate the style of Hongcun through others' eyes and paintings. Recommended Hongcun tour route: Start from Nanhu Lake, pass by Nanhu Academy, Jingde Hall, Moon Pond, Wang's Ancestral Hall, Chengzhi Hall/DeYi Hall, Shuren Hall, Peach Blossom Residence, and finally reach the ancient red and white trees. If time allows, it is highly recommended to stay in Hongcun for one night. The morning mist is lingering, and the evening is golden dusk. If you encounter a light drizzle, the poetic and picturesque charm of Huizhou Jiangnan will unfold before your eyes. Yi County free travel guide: Starting from December 27, 2023, Yi County East High-Speed Rail Station will be open for one month. With a high-speed rail ticket to Yi County East Station, you can enjoy free admission to 14 attractions in Yi County. The free admission policy for Hongcun and Xidi will last until January 31, 2024. In addition, the high-speed rail ticket can also be used to deduct one night's accommodation fee in Yi County, with a limit of 300 yuan. Just participate in the 'Huihuang Tour' high-speed rail subsidy tour, and submit the relevant materials according to the instructions to participate. Transportation in Hongcun: First, there is a Route 8 tourist express line between Hongcun and Yi County East Station, with a bus every half hour, costing 8 yuan for the whole journey. Second, there are fixed departures from Hongcun to Huangshan North Station, with 10 buses from 8:30 am to 5:00 pm, taking 100 minutes, costing 30 yuan per person. Third, there is also a fixed-time tourist bus between Hongcun and Xidi Ancient Village. Fourth, if there is a larger group, you can choose a ride-hailing car, which is more convenient. Hongcun is no longer far away, and it also offers better value for money. Free travel is here for a limited time, allowing you to fully enjoy the charm of Huangshan Yi County.

Hongcun has been rated by 'National Geographic' as the most beautiful village in southern Anhui

Choosing a destination in the south of the Yangtze River, this time I pick Hongcun. The ultimate place of infatuation, where dreams of Huizhou come without sleep. If the ink in paintings could come to life, it would surely be Huizhou's Hongcun. Unlike most ancient towns in the south of the Yangtze River, it is like the always fitting makeup of the south; under blue skies and white clouds, it becomes a watercolor painting, while in misty rain, it transforms into the ink-washed south of many people's dreams. Recommended spots: Nan Lake (for a panoramic view of Hongcun), Yuezhao (the sky realm of the half-moon-shaped ancient village) Suggested duration of visit: More than 2 days. In the early morning, one can see Hongcun amidst the clouds and fog, with fewer people for better photography.

World Cultural Heritage, the countryside in Chinese paintings

Anhui Yi County Hongcun, "A village in Chinese paintings, a home in the Peach Blossom Spring🌸". It fully embodies the characteristics of the misty, pastoral, and village Huizhou. Anhui Shexian Huizhou Ancient City, a roofless museum of Huizhou culture art! It is an international rural tourism resort that combines rural vacation, Huizhou culture study, and ecological experience. It is a pristine rural tribe, a great place for outdoor sketching, with local delicacies including Huangshan baked cakes, stinky mandarin fish🐟, snowflake cakes🌨️, hairy tofu, Huangshan stewed🐔chicken, and more. It's well worth a visit for a travel experience!

Go hiking in Hongcun in early summer to heal everything with national painting-level scenery!

Anhui Hongcun is one of the most influential ancient villages in our country, not only with a long history and stories but also with beautiful scenery, hence it is known as the 'village in the national painting'! It is very comfortable to hike in Hongcun in the early summer. During the tour, you can enjoy the scenery of national painting level, which can heal all negative energy physically and mentally. The mountain and wild gentleman shares the practical play strategy of Hongcun with you all, hoping it will be useful to everyone! 1. Ticket information: The ticket for Hongcun scenic area is 104 yuan, 94 yuan for online booking. Recently, the scenic area is having a promotion, free admission on every Wednesday until the end of June 2024 for students nationwide, just need to book in advance. 2. Transportation information: There is a tourist direct bus from Huangshan High-speed Railway North Station to the west gate parking lot of Hongcun, 30 yuan per person, and the journey takes about 80 minutes. There is also a tourist direct bus to Hongcun from Yixian East Station of the high-speed railway, but it is not as convenient as Huangshan North Station. 3. Accommodation information: There are many homestays and hotels inside and outside the Hongcun scenic area to choose from. It is recommended to stay in homestays run by locals because most homestays can provide catering services, where you can eat authentic Hui cuisine, and the consumption price is reasonable. On non-holidays, the average price of homestays is about 160 yuan, and the average meal consumption is about 70 yuan per person. 4. Recommended nearby scenic spots: There are many scenic spots near Hongcun scenic area that can be visited together, such as Lucun Wood Carving Building, Tachuan Village, Mukeng Bamboo Sea, Qishu Lake Scenic Area, and about 10 kilometers away there is Xidi, and 30 kilometers away there are Huangshan Scenic Area, Taiping Lake, and Huangshan Scenic Area. Anyway, the area around Hongcun treasures the most beautiful scenic spots in Jiangsu, Anhui, and Zhejiang, and it is very worth a deep visit. 5. Recommended visiting time: The Hongcun scenic area is not big, but there are many healing sceneries, it is recommended to play in Hongcun for 1 whole day, if it is a deep visit plus surrounding tours, you can arrange 3-5 days.

Impressions of Hongcun

Hongcun, established during the Southern Song Dynasty, is a place where the Wang clan gathered to live. The village is built by the mountains and near the water, and after nearly nine hundred years, generations have continuously paved roads, built houses, dug channels, and repaired ponds. The clan has thrived and preserved its heritage to this day. Approaching Hongcun, the first thing you feel is the beauty of the ancient village's water. Since the Ming Dynasty, the Wang clan, following Feng Shui principles, built dams to block rivers and dug canals to divert water. Then they paved roads along the canals and built houses along the roads, Hongcun's past thrived because of water. Later, they constructed Yuezhao and excavated Nanhu. With clear water and green ponds, small bridges over flowing water, Hongcun's present is beautiful because of water. With the nourishment of water, Hongcun exudes a unique charm. The flowing streams are the breath of the ancient village; the rippling blue waves are the village's spirit. The tranquil water surface is gentle and graceful, and the picturesque reflections are calm and serene. If water is the soft soul of Hongcun, then the more than one hundred ancestral halls and residences from different periods are the solid body of Hongcun. These buildings, with their simple and majestic exteriors and exquisitely detailed interiors, are representative works of Hui-style architecture. Well-preserved Hongcun, with its layered horse-head walls standing in rows, is orderly and harmonious; the outer walls are mottled with gray and white, thick and full of vicissitudes; the gatehouses with their flying eaves and upturned corners are simple and spirited; the courtyards with their carved beams and painted rafters are lively and delicate. Simplicity and refinement, style and charm, Hui-style ancient buildings are certainly the indestructible body of Hongcun. Hongcun's winding stone alleys, through the changes of time, villagers never cease to wander and work; the meandering clear streams, regardless of the changing winds and clouds, generations keep flowing; the ancient towering trees, accompanying the old village, following the seasons, leaves green and yellow, grow freely. Day after day, this constructs the village's millennia of unceasing time. Hongcun, Yi County

Hongcun Village in Huangshan, Anhui | One of the must-visit attractions in Huangshan

Rated by 'National Geographic' as the most beautiful ancient village in Southern Anhui, how extraordinary it is‼️|||"A place of sheer devotion in life, without dreams of Huizhou." If you are tired of the hustle and bustle of the city, why not take a walk in Huizhou? The tranquility of Hongcun in Anhui is like the calm water of Nan Lake, like a landscape painting shrouded in morning mist, like the poetic everyday life of people. This is the true Jiangnan in my heart! - 🌟Recommended Route Scenic entrance - Nan Lake - Nan Lake Academy - Jingde Hall - Yuezhao - Lexu Hall - Jingxiu Hall - Chengzhi Hall - Shuren Hall - Taoyuan Residence - Ancient Red and White Trees - 🚗How to get to Hongcun 1️⃣Self-driving is more convenient for those around Jiangsu, Zhejiang, and Shanghai. 2️⃣After taking the high-speed train to Yi County station, you can take a taxi or there are buses available. - 🍃Best season to visit Hongcun 🌸Spring and summer seasons have the typical misty rain feeling of Jiangnan, and in March-April, the rapeseed flowers in Hongcun also bloom, adding a touch of color to the ancient town. 🍂In autumn, the leaves turn yellow and fall, and there are relatively fewer tourists. ❄️After the snow in winter, Hongcun is shrouded in rain and mist, which is quite different from the spring and summer seasons. - 🌈What to do in Hongcun ✅Visit Nan Lake Academy to experience the elegance and wisdom of ancient Huizhou culture. ✅Find a teahouse in the village and taste the local Huangshan Maofeng tea. ✅Stroll around Chengzhi Hall, known as the 'Folk Forbidden City'. ✅Watch the famous local live stage drama 'Hongcun A'jū'. ✅Taste various Huizhou delicacies in Hongcun. - 📷How to take photos in Hongcun ‼️Good photo spots are at Nan Lake and Yuezhao ▪️Nan Lake is the classic panoramic spot for shooting Hongcun, with mist rising on rainy days, giving the feeling of a Jiangnan landscape painting. ▪️The small bridge over Nan Lake is where Li Mubai led his horse in the movie 'Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon', and that bridge has since become a favorite spot for many who come to Hongcun to sketch. ▪️Yuezhao is famous for its half-moon-shaped lake, known as the 'Sky Mirror' in the ancient village. - 🍜What to eat in Hongcun ▪️You must try the local specialty, stinky mandarin fish, which smells bad but tastes delicious. ▪️Be sure to taste the famous local stinky tofu. ▪️Huangshan baked cakes, dried vegetable and bacon baked cakes, osmanthus rice wine, etc. - 🏨Where to stay in Hongcun ▪️Stay in a homestay outside the scenic area: close to the scenic area, more convenient, and cheaper. ▪️Stay in a homestay inside the scenic area: exempt from Hongcun entrance fee, and you can also experience living in a hundred-year-old Huizhou building, with Hongcun in the morning mist like a fairyland on earth. - ⛰️What's nearby Hongcun Chengkan, Bishan Bookstore, Tunxi Old Street, Xidi, Tachuan, and others are nearby and can be visited together

Must see! 5 things you must know when going to Huangshan & Hongcun in Anhui!

Anhui's famous attractions: Huangshan & Hongcun✔️ are picturesque and worth a special trip‼️ The environment there is also very suitable for vacationing and relaxing‼️ However, climbing Huangshan requires a strong physical reserve, and lazy people naturally choose the cable car for the whole journey‼️ Next, I will talk about the 5 things you need to pay attention to when traveling there✍🏻 Take notes‼️ - First thing There is a newly opened high-speed rail station near Hongcun! Yi County East Station! After leaving the high-speed rail station, a 35-minute taxi ride can reach the Hongcun scenic area! - Second thing The Hongcun scenic area is not too big, and it can be visited in half a day✔️ The scenery inside is very good, photographers/ portrait lovers can linger inside for a whole day📷 But the accommodations inside the scenic area are all small inns, with relatively ordinary conditions! If you need a high-end hotel with good conditions, you have to stay outside the Hongcun scenic area✔️ - Third thing The journey from Hongcun Scenic Area to Huangshan Scenic Area is 35 minutes🚘 The accommodation conditions on Huangshan are relatively backward and expensive. All supplies are carried by manpower, so the price is naturally high. But if you want to watch the sunrise and take pictures of the starry sky, you can only choose to stay on the mountain. Most budget tourists will choose to go up the mountain early in the morning and come down in the evening. - Fourth thing Huangshan has many trail scenic spots, which will be opened and closed for maintenance in turn. There will be announcements at the ticket office. Strong hikers can walk to various attractions on their own. Lazy tourists who don't want to hike can take a cable car to the mountain and look around, don't try to hike to those dangerous peaks that can only be reached by walking. Anyway, I am lazy, I just take the cable car to look around, drink tea, take the cable car down the mountain, the scenery is still beautiful, and I am not tired. - Fifth thing There is also a bundled attraction around Huangshan· Xidi Ancient Town. This ancient town is indeed an ancient town, but it is indeed very deserted. There are a few residences of famous people from the late Ming and Qing Dynasties that can be visited (but the original residents live in the old houses!) There is an admission fee for entering Xidi Ancient Town! There are not many interesting shops inside, and you can't find too many good food and drinks. Emmmmmm In short, I think this ancient town is more chicken ribs, unless you are really idle, you can go and see, otherwise I still recommend staying in the comfortable Hongcun scenic area. The scenery is not on the same level.

Hongcun, Anhui | Half of it is the worldly life, and the other half is poetic and picturesque

Hongcun was established during the Shaoxing period of the Southern Song Dynasty, surrounded by mountains on three sides, with mountains and rivers embracing, Hui-style architecture, white walls and green tiles are neatly arranged. The overall outline of Hongcun is harmoniously unified with the natural landscape such as topography, landform, mountains and rivers. It is also a world cultural heritage, known as the 'village in Chinese painting'. The layered Hui-style buildings, under the misty mountains, are like a fairyland on earth. Every bluestone alley here is worth a stroll, walking quietly to feel the ancient village culture that has been deposited for thousands of years, and the mood becomes peaceful. When you are tired, you can sit in the Old Time Coffee Shop next to the Moon Marsh. The small window on the second floor is particularly photogenic, overlooking the entire Moon Marsh Lake. About transportation: 1. Take the high-speed rail to Yixian East Station, there is a round-trip bus between Yixian East Station and Hongcun, 8 yuan; 2. Take the high-speed rail to Huangshan North Station, there is also a round-trip bus between Huangshan North Station and Hongcun, 30 yuan; 3. There are also direct buses to Huangshan and Xidi in Hongcun, the transportation is very convenient. About accommodation: There are many homestays and hotels inside and outside the Hongcun scenic area. Most of the accommodations in the scenic area are homestays. The hotels outside the scenic area have free shuttle buses, which are also very convenient.

How long would you stay in such a beautiful village

Hongcun, known as the 'village in Chinese painting', is quiet, peaceful, and beautiful, a typical example of Huizhou architecture. ~ Beautiful natural scenery: Hongcun is surrounded by water systems, such as Nanhu and Yuezhao, making it a village like in a painting. You can stroll in the ancient village, enjoy the natural scenery of Hongcun, and enjoy the quiet rural atmosphere. ~ Local gourmet food: Hongcun also offers a rich food experience. You can taste local Huizhou cuisine and special snacks, such as Huizhou stewed pigeon, Yi County tripe, Huizhou beef soup, etc. These delicacies will add more wonderful memories to your trip. ~ Tour suggestions Nanhu>Nanhu Academy>Yuezhao>Chengzhitang>Shurentang>Two ancient trees>Nanhu Nanhu>Huabridge>Nanhu Academy>Jingdetang>Yuezhao>Wang's Ancestral Hall>Lexutang>Jingxiutang>Chengzhitang>De Yitang>Shurentang>Taoyuan Residence>Ancient tree>Nanhu ~ Transportation information ①Huangshan North Station—Hongcun, 30 yuan ②Huangshan Scenic Area—Hongcun, 25 yuan

Hongcun, Yi County: A place of lifelong fascination, where dreams meet Huizhou

If you're seeking tranquility and a respite from the hustle and bustle, come to Hongcun in Yi County, Huangshan City, Anhui Province! This is a village that lives in a painting, with a history of over 900 years, and was listed as a World Cultural Heritage Site in 2000.

Hongcun in my eyes

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Huangshan - Hongcun ancient village

📍Where: Huangshan, Anhui. This 900 years old village is located 1 hour away from Huangshan North railway station. (We hired a driver. You could also take a DiDi if you’d like to.) There’s also a bus you could take from the railway (Not sure about the frequency.) ⏰ Suggested time : 3-4 hours. A lot of the buildings in the village of Hongcun can date back to the Song Dynasty. This beautiful place. also called “the ancient village in Chinese paintings”, was listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2000. Pay particular attention to the large tree located at the West gate 1 , it’s 500 years old! I recommend you book a hotel in the ancient village. I stayed at the Floral Hotel and I was very impressed! I highly recommend it (I posted a photo of the hotel’s information). From there, Yellow Mountain is about 35mins away. If you’re visiting Huangshan, I suggest you spend 2-3 fulls day here. #ThisIsChina #anhui #huangshan #hongcun #china #ancientcity #unforgettableexperiences #urbanexplorer #scenicspotguide

The village of Crouching Tiger Hidden Dragon

Nestled away in Anhui province, you will recognize Hongcun ancient village from scene one of ‘Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon’. If you go to Anhui to climb the spectacular Yellow Mountains (Huangshan) then a day trip to Hongcun must also be on your itinerary. The village comprises solely of buildings in the typical Anhui architectural style (white walls and beautifully tiled roofs) with streams and canals dotted throughout. Stopping by for a few hours is enough time to explore the crooked alleys as the village is now typically set up for tourists. If visiting on a public holiday like we did, go early in the morning. As we were leaving at 11am, that’s when the crowds started coming and we had to push our way out- very different to how it was when we arrived 2 hours earlier. To get here you will need to catch a bus or hire a driver from either Huangshan City or Huangshan scenic area. We organised one from our Huangshan scenic area guesthouse, who took us to Hongcun before dropping us off at the airport to fly home to Beijing. #historicplaces

Village Life in Hongcun

Pretty as a painting. The 900+ year old Hongcun Village in Anhui province is quite possible one of the most picturesque villages I’ve seen in a long time. Lush green hills, Hui-style architecture, and a crescent moon-shaped pond all add to the charming ambience of this village, which was listed a UNESCO heritage site back in 2000. While here, don’t hesitate to wander through every little street and alley, speak with locals if you can, and even wander the outskirts of the village to try and find some hidden gems! Can you name the Oscar-winning Hollywood film that featured this village? #momentsmission

In a word, Hongcun Ancient Village is beautiful. Despite being much busier and more touristic compared with nearby Xidi and Lucun villages, Hongcun still remains well worth a visit - especially if you can take the time to explore every nook and cranny, every winding alleyway or even extend your exploration away from the crowds and into the countryside that surrounds it. Of course, visiting Moon Pond is a must, but I think the real beauty lies in the entry way to the village, where a long pathway seems to float above the water leading to an entry point of the village. If you have the time to enjoy a leisurely stay, then you might want to splurge on Zhang Mansion - a beautiful old-style hotel that extends fantastic hospitality to all their guests - from welcome snacks and tea on arrival, to complimentary fruit, tea and a proper tea set for use in the room and sparkling water in the room, on top of a very generous breakfast of congee plus a whole load of trimmings! However, despite the beautiful interiors and commendable hospitality, do note that the walls are thin...so if you have noisy neighbours, you’re going to hear them for sure... 📍Hongcun Ancient Village, Anhui Province Price: 104 RMB for entry into the village #urbanexplorer#qingmingtravel

Over 900 years old this village is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It is famous because of the authenticity of it architecture. Many of the homes are now museums so you can visit and see the interior. #wintergetaway #wintergetaway

HONCUN ANCIENT VILLAGE – it is known as THE MOST SCENIC VILLAGE OF ANHUI is located about 70 im from Huangshan and you can hire a Didi driver to take you there or ask your hotel to recommend a driver. #wintergetaway #wintergetaway

Hongcun village is located near Huangshan. Reachable by bus for about 1 hour. It is very unique and old, it is one of the original village where people still live in until modern days. #happynewyear #travelinchina #happynewyear

宏村 Hongcun is an old village in Huangshan City, Anhui Province China. I had the chance to learn the culture in the said place and experience the beauty and elegance of its infrastructure and nature. Truly, to exoerience is the best learning. #GiveThanks

HONGCUN SCENIC SPOT It is also found in East China’s Anhui province.It is an ancient village in Chinese painting.We visited with my artists friends.They have been drawing the building gor some time and going there was a dream come true.Getting there some people will be drawing sitting there.It is more than 900 years old.It is best to visit in Spring or Automn.Also after the yellow mountains you can directly visit this place.

Hongcun ancient village is located around 1 hour and 30 minutes away from Huangshan city. There is a regular bus going to this place daily, so it is very reachable. The place is really traditional and beautiful, with some small lakes and ponds around it. Inside, you can find many traditional shops and also food, and cafes. #HalloTrip

|Xixi South+Hongcun+Emerald Valley I believe that in such a hot summer, I recommend everyone to go to Huangshan to climb the mountain. Most of the little fairies will definitely spit me a hundred times. Haha . Today, I organized a small tourist route to Huangshan, taking you to the millennium ancient village to see the poetic Jiangnan, cool and summer away~ [traffic] airport: Huangshan Tunxi Airport ( Airport to Xixi South about 30 minutes) High-speed rail: Huangshan North Station (about 10 minutes from the high-speed railway station to Xixi South) [Travel itinerary] Day1Ancient village Huangshan City, an ancient village in Huizhou District, is said to have more than a thousand years, there is a maple forest on the edge of the ancient village, the United States to think that they have entered the paradise on earth. The transparent glass boat swayed in the waters of the Tunxi River. It was really fairy. It was surrounded by green maple forest. is very suitable for taking pictures. It is really a movie pictorial. There is also a net red wooden bridge that is the only place to enter Feng Yanglin. The wooden bridge is also very sensible, and the photos are also beautiful. Recommended accommodation: Shi Lili Wei Yanfu Distance: Walk through the small wooden bridge to Address: Xixi South Town, Huizhou District, Huangshan No. 75 Xibian Street [formerly Zhuzhishan Former Residence] Price: 888-2539 yuan / night Day2 Xidi + Hongcun + Mu Hang Zhuhai Huizhou Ancient Village Xidi and Hongcun have preserved the essence of Huizhou culture. The brick and black tiles, the horse head wall, the Huizhou archway and the patio building are all signs of Huizhou ancient architecture. Come to Huangshan, you must go and have a look at ~ Hongcun and Xidi. The time for each visit can be around 2 hours (small village, not big) then drive to wood Hang bamboo sea, take the newly built glass plank road, the bamboo forest in the wood pit, lush, very few people are very quiet. Hongcun Recommended Attractions: Chengzhitang, Nanhu, Yuemao, Wangs Ancestral Hall; Recommended Attractions: Walker House, Taoli Garden and West Park, Xidi Archway, Patio PS