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Lianzhou Yao Village, Qingyuan
Lianzhou Yao Village, Qingyuan
According to historical records, the Yao people originally lived north of Dongting Lake and gradually migrated to the borders of Hunan, Guangdong, and Guangxi. Since the Sui Dynasty, the Yao people have gradually migrated to Guangdong in multiple waves, with the most significant migration occurring during the Ming Dynasty. The ancestors of Nangang (including other Yao people) in Lianzhou are considered to be part of the "Changsha Wuling Barbarians" during the Qin and Han Dynasties. The Yao people in Lianzhou are said to have migrated from Daozhou and Jianghua in Hunan.
Nangang Yao Village is located 27 kilometers southwest of Lianzhou City, Qingyuan, Guangdong. It was built during the Song Dynasty and has a history of over 1,000 years. The Yao people generally live in the deep mountains, and it is said that "there are no mountains in Lingnan without Yao people." Nangang Yao Village is built on a mountain, surrounded by dangerous mountains and peaks. The stone paths crisscross, and the houses and terraces are stacked in a staggered manner.
The ancient village is large, has a long history, and is extremely distinctive. There are still more than 200 people living in the village, mainly from the Deng, Tang, Pan, and Fang clans. They established the democratic election "Yao Lao System" during the Ming Dynasty and formed a sacred and strict "customary law" to strictly manage the mountain village. At the same time, the ancient village has preserved the original bamboo water supply system, collective meeting places, ancient Panwang Temple, and other traditional buildings such as 368 ancient houses, village gates, village walls, and stone paths from the Ming and Qing Dynasties.
As the largest Yao village in Lianzhou, Nangang Village has well-preserved natural environment, historical pattern, traditional style, and ethnic customs. The Yao "Shuage Hall", "Long Drum Dance", and "Yao Marriage Customs" are listed as national intangible cultural heritage. The unique Yao marriage customs, Yao folk songs, and Yao embroidery are all listed in the "Guangdong Intangible Cultural Heritage" list, which fully reflects the ancient and long-standing Yao traditional culture of the Yao people in Lianzhou and even China.
The ancient village is now a famous historical and cultural village in China and has been rated as one of the top ten most beautiful ancient villages in Guangdong and a hometown of Chinese folk art.
China's Love Town! The most romantic Hunan Jianghua Yao Water Street! 💕
Located in Shuikou Town, Jianghua Yao Autonomous County, Yongzhou City, Hunan Province, the "China Love Town·Jianghua Yao Capital Water Street" is a dazzling crystallization of two major projects - the expansion of the Cientian River Reservoir and the Shuikou Resettlement Tourism Town. Here, the profound history and culture of the Yao ethnic group are integrated with the unique beauty of Jianghua's mountains and rivers. With the brand of "China Love Town," a waterfront resort that combines the ancient charm of Yao and romantic love has been created. The Yao Capital Water Street stretches for 3 kilometers, covering an area of 165 acres, spanning both the north and south regions, and runs through the new town. Since its trial operation on September 16, 2019, its unique charm has attracted countless tourists, making it a popular new favorite in the southern Hunan region.
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China's Love Town! The most romantic Jianghua Yao Water Street in Hunan
Located in Shuikou Town, Jianghua Yao Autonomous County, Yongzhou City, Hunan Province, "China's Love Town · Jianghua Yao Water Street" is the brilliant crystallization of two major projects - the expansion of the Cuntian River Reservoir and the Shuikou Immigrant Tourism Town. This place integrates the profound historical culture of the Yao ethnic group with the unique natural beauty of Jianghua, creating a riverside resort that combines ancient Yao charm with romantic love under the brand of "China's Love Town". Yao Water Street stretches for 3 kilometers, covering an area of 165 acres, spanning the north and south districts, and traversing the new town. Since its trial operation on September 16, 2019, its unique charm has attracted countless tourists, making it a new favorite tourist destination in southern Hunan.
Shocking! These corners of Yongzhou are so beautiful that they take your breath away!
🎒🏃♂️ Through the crowds, avoiding all the 'internet celebrity' traps, suddenly, a piece of undisturbed paradise just quietly lies in front of you,
🧭🌟 Explore those 'hidden paradises' that not even the locals may know about, guaranteed to blow up your social circle and garner a bunch of envious glances!
Of course, let's reorganize the information to make the description of each scenic spot clearer, and list key information such as location, ticket prices, etc., below each scenic spot introduction.
🏞️🌳 First stop: Goulan Yao Village
Location: 📍 30 kilometers from Jiangyong County
Ticket: 🎫 35 yuan
Transport: 🚗 50 minutes by car
🚶♂️ As soon as you step into the village, it's as if you've traveled to another world. Green mountains like ink, babbling brooks, ancient paths beside Yao towers standing tall, telling the ancient village's long history. Here, you can experience the most authentic Yao ethnic style.
🏡🏰 Second stop: Shanggan Tang Ancient Village
Location: 📍 10 kilometers from Goulan Yao Village
Ticket: 🆓 Free
Transport: 🚗 40 minutes by car
🖼️ As soon as you enter the village, picturesque landscapes and ancient buildings attract you. Paths crisscross, and the sounds of chickens and dogs can be heard, as if you're in a paradise. The village is full of ancient relics, with steles, pavilions, and towers well-preserved.
🏰👑 Third stop: Panwang Temple
Location: 📍 Inside Jianghua County
Ticket: 🆓 Free
Transport: 🚌 Accessible by bus routes 2 and 3
🗺️ Walking into Panwang Temple is like stepping into the historical scroll of the Yao people. The ancestor of the Yao, Panwang, greets you in the hall, talking about the history of the Yao. The temple's red walls and glazed tiles, and its splendor, are full of rich ethnic characteristics.
🏞️🌄 Fourth stop: Lushan Valley
Location: 📍 20 kilometers from Lushan County
Ticket: 🆓 Free
Transport: 🚗 40 minutes by car
🌲🌳 The scenic area is interspersed with high mountains, canyons, sea of clouds, natural waterfalls, and high mountain hot springs. Famous spots like 'Three-Part Stone' and 'Incense Burner Stone' are hidden among them. The vegetation coverage is high, with a wealth of rare plants, and there are many core tourism resources.
Guangzhou to Yao Village in just 2 hours! Enjoy a leisurely weekend in the ancient town nestled among the mountains, where tranquility and beauty abound
🏞️🌲 Tired of the hustle and bustle of the city? Today, I want to take you to a special place— the thousand-year-old Yao Village in Qingyuan, Guangdong, an ancient town surrounded by mountains and perched atop a hill. Here, you can experience true tranquility and beauty, and feel a different pace of life. 🌅🏡
🌟 Tour Experience:
🏞️🎨 Although the place has become quite commercialized, you might be initially disappointed for not finding the ancient village charm you imagined. But if you slow down and immerse yourself, you'll discover that the beauty here is definitely worth your stay. Climb the slopes of the ancient town, and you'll see rooms with mountain views, each window offering a stunning ink painting. In the morning, when the first rays of sunlight wake you through the curtains, you'll understand that this is the life you've been looking for. 🌄🖼️
📍 Address and Transportation:
📍📍 - Address: Thousand-Year-Old Yao Village, Qingyuan, Guangdong
🎫💳 - Ticket: 106 yuan when booked a day in advance
🚗🅿️ - Transportation: Driving is the most convenient option, with free parking. It's about a 2-hour drive from Guangzhou
✅ Travel Tips:
1⃣️🏡 When choosing a homestay, make sure you can see the sunrise and that there are no obstructions. Ideally, choose a room with floor-to-ceiling windows, as the mountain views are truly beautiful.
2⃣️🍽️ For dining, choose the highest point where you can not only taste authentic local cuisine but also enjoy unbeatable scenery at reasonable prices.
3⃣️👘 You can rent a Yao or Miao costume for 30 yuan to take photos and experience the local cultural atmosphere.
4⃣️🎭 There are fixed performance times every day: 10:00, 11:00, 14:20, 16:00, and on Friday and Saturday nights at 7:00, there's a bonfire party. Although the activities are average, they add to the liveliness of the ancient town.
5⃣️🌅 Don't miss the sunrise, which is the most beautiful moment here, so mesmerizing that it captivates the heart.
6⃣️🧳 After entering the scenic area, you'll need to climb a slope for 5-10 minutes, so remember to bring less luggage for an easy tour.
🍃🌲 On the weekend, why not invite a few friends or go alone to the thousand-year-old Yao Village to space out? Here, you can temporarily forget the worries of the world, quietly appreciate the beauty of nature, and enjoy the rare peace and freshness. 🍃🌲
Qingyuan - Sunrise at the Thousand-Year Yao Village
On the way back from Yunbing Mountain, we took a detour to the Thousand-Year Yao Village, a place that everyone on the internet seems to avoid. We didn't have high hopes when we went there.
But the sunrise was really stunning. It seems to have snowed recently due to the drop in temperature, and there is still snow on the tiles, which might make it even more beautiful.
🎫Tickets:
We bought a single ticket for 80 yuan (just the ticket) on site. There are also other combo tickets available, including those for the soup fire evening party or dance performance. The prices vary and you can choose according to your preference. The schedule is in the last picture for reference.
🏠Accommodation:
The scenic area is basically old houses turned into guesthouses. Some are well renovated. You can compare and choose. We suggest paying more attention to the room facilities before deciding to check in. We had a bad experience and had to change rooms in the middle of the night.
If you want to watch the sunrise, you can choose a guesthouse with a good orientation. You can watch the sunrise without leaving the house! Now in winter, the sunrise is towards the southeast, and the sunrise time is between 6:30 and 7:00. You can check the orientation and time in advance.
However, watching the sunrise on the steps in the village is also very beautiful, with layers of mountains, it's absolutely breathtaking, and you won't regret getting up early!
🥩Food:
There are quite a few restaurants in the scenic area, and the breakfast is also very good, basically all fresh local food, and the prices are very reasonable.
🎡Tour:
It takes about one to two hours to stroll around the entire village. If you take your time, it will take about a morning. The village doesn't have much in the way of entertainment facilities, it's suitable for a leisurely walk.
We don't highly recommend making a special trip, but you can combine it with other nearby attractions. The sunrise is the most beautiful time, don't miss it if you go!
Taking the kids to visit the border town Lian'nan Wanshan Chaowang Love Town
Lian'nan has always been the end station for long-distance exams🏁 There is a place there that is like a fairyland on earth, known as 'Wanshan Chaowang'. Along the way, we followed the winding mountain road, passed through lush forests, and appreciated the magnificent scenery of nature🪵🌿🌳
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🌲 What comes into view is a lush forest and towering mountains. The peaks here are like the magnificent peaks of nature, standing among the mountains, as if guarding this land. Standing on the top of the mountain, you can overlook the entire beauty of Lian'nan, as if standing on the peak of the world
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🍁 The maple leaves add a touch of brilliant color to the entire mountain area. The children seem to be in a fairyland, which is refreshing.
🌊 When you come to Lian'nan, why not immerse yourself in the embrace of nature🏕️ If you like outdoor activities, you can cross the trails in the mountains and experience the magic of nature. At night, you can also take a walk in Love Town🚶🚶♀️, feeling the infinite tranquility and the grandeur of the universe.
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Pack your bags and have an intimate contact with nature, let the mountains of Lian'nan bring you deep shock and touch for this trip.🌿🏞️🌲🌸🌊🐒🏕️🍲
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