[2025 Lishui Attraction] Travel Guide for Ancient Weir Scenic Area (Updated Feb)

Transportation Guide - Self-driving: It takes about 40–49 minutes to drive from Lishui city center. You can take Lvgu Avenue, S50, S35, and other roads to get there. - Bus: Take bus 203 from Lishui Station to Huaxiang Scenic Area, which takes about 1 hour and 10 minutes. You can also take bus 202 or 207 to Guyan (Yantou). - Other: Guyan Huaxiang is divided into two parts: Guyan (Yantou) and Huaxiang (Dagangtou). You can take a boat between the two parts. Ticket Information The ticket price is CNY 50, which includes tickets to Tongji Weir and Guyan Huaxiang, as well as round-trip boat tickets. You can enjoy a discount of CNY 45 if you book one day in advance. Child, senior, and student tickets are CNY 25 each. Recommended Itineraries - Half-day tour: First, visit Guyan Scenic Area to see Tongji Weir, Wenchang Pavilion, and other attractions to experience the historical and cultural atmosphere. Then, take a boat to Huaxiang Scenic Area to visit Binjiang Ancient Street. - One-day tour: Visit Tongji Weir and the ancient street in the morning, and then go to Jiangbin Gallery and Barbizon Oil Painting Museum in the afternoon. In the evening, enjoy local specialties in or around the scenic area. - Multi-day tour: In addition to the above attractions, you can also explore more ancient villages, art galleries, and natural landscapes. Recommended Attractions - Tongji Weir: The world's first overwater interchange, with a history of more than 1,500 years. - Wenchang Pavilion: Located in Yantou Village, it is the gathering place of the Ye clan and has a strong historical and cultural atmosphere. - Millennium Stone Box: An ancient water conservancy facility that demonstrates the wisdom of ancient people. - Millennium Camphor Tree Group: There are ten ancient camphor trees, all of which are over 1,000 years old. - Binjiang Ancient Street: Full of artistic atmosphere, it is suitable for sketching and taking photos. - Huaxiang Art Center: The art gallery has three floors and is decorated in gray tones. There are many photo spots. Recommended Food - Lotus Seed Cake: A traditional local snack with a unique taste. - Tofu Pudding: A classic breakfast with a unique flavor. - Lishui Yellow Wine: A traditional fermented wine with a long history. - Pickled Meat: A pickled meat product with a rich flavor. - Braised Squid: The main ingredient is squid, and the braised squid is delicious. - Fish and Tofu Soup: The main ingredients are local fish and tofu, and the soup is rich. Recommended Accommodation There are many unique homestays and hotels in the scenic area, such as Yinshiyuezhuang, Yimojia, and Zhiyouyijian. The accommodation around the scenic area is more affordable, and the transportation is convenient.

If you don’t do the guide, you won’t know at all The scenic spot is actually divided into two parts Ancient Yan and Huaxiang are on both sides of the Oujiang River. The ancient weir is located in Bihu Town, north of Oujiang River. The painting town is in Dagangtou Town, south of Oujiang River. Especially like painting town The quaint cobblestone road along the river White sails and lights on the river You won’t know until you see it The water of Oujiang River is really as transparent as the glass sea The ancient weir is also very beautiful I like the lush greenness of the ancient camphor trees Route one: This line is a toll line. You can go to Guyan first, and then take a boat to Huaxiang on the other side. If you want to have a meal, you can go to Huaxiang. There will be more varieties. There are many shops on the ancient streets of Huaxiang. The combined ticket (including two cruises) totals 50 yuan, and there are discounts if you buy online in advance Route two: This line needs to be entered through an alley (please ask me if you need it!), no tickets are required Navigate to "Yantou Village", enter from the alley, and visit the Ancient Yan Scenic Area. There are not many highlights in the scenic area. You mainly visit the thousand-year-old camphor trees, Wenchang Pavilion, and Tongji Weir Dam. Then navigate to "Fengqi Xiaoyuan" and arrive in about 15 minutes. Entering from the alley, you can first go to the riverside, enjoy the scenery along the riverside, and then go back to visit the old street of Huaxiang Photo check-in points: Ancient weir: Thousand-year-old camphor trees: There are 10 ancient camphor trees existing, which are 1000-1500 years old. They look like the Chinese version of the Wizard of Oz. Wenchang Pavilion: A pavilion-style wooden building, just next to the stone letter. The ancient building and the camphor trees that block the sky complement each other. It is a trend check-in point in the ancient Yan Scenic Area. Tongji Dam: an ancient water conservancy system, a very early arc-shaped dam, and a very ancient water overpass Painting Township: Riverside trail: You can see the Oujiang River up close. The water is really clean and transparent, and even a little sweet after drinking it. Ancient camphor tree: a huge thousand-year-old camphor tree that cannot be captured with a 35mm lens Jiangbin Ancient Street: A common ancient street. The wontons in the "special snack" shop on the street are delicious. transportation: 1. Public transportation, high-speed rail "Lishui" station, and a taxi for about 1 hour, generally not very convenient 2. If you drive by yourself, please navigate directly to "Yantou Village, Liandu District, Lishui City, Zhejiang Province" and park at the end of the village. Tickets: A combined ticket (including two cruises) costs 50 yuan in total. There are discounts if you buy online in advance; or you don’t need to buy a ticket, follow line 2 Food: Xiyu Farm Banquet, local specialties, Shanlin Food Handmade Noodles, Xingji Desserts, etc. [Playing Tips]: 1. Please pay attention to sun protection when traveling in summer. 2 Surrounding attractions: There are also East-West Rocks, Kowloon National Wetland Park, etc.

-Guye Hua Xiang is located in Dagangtou Town, Liandu District, Lishui City, and is composed of two scenic spots, "Guye" and "Hua Xiang". It has a natural water town scenery and a thousand-year-old water conservancy project 📍Tongjiyan. . -Walking by the ancient dam, the bluestone road winds forward, and the years leave mottled traces on the ancient buildings, and every brick and tile exudes a simple charm. . -The painting town across the river, the white-walled and black-tiled houses are scattered, and there are galleries and various shops on the street. Here you can feel the perfect fusion of art and life.

The Ancient Dam Scenic Area is a tourist destination full of historical charm. 🏞️🌊 The ancient dam structures here showcase the wisdom and techniques of ancient engineers, leaving visitors in awe of their ingenious design and beautiful form. 🏯✨ Strolling through the area, one can feel the rich cultural atmosphere, as if traveling back in time. The surrounding environment of the scenic area is beautiful, with green mountains and clear waters complementing each other. 🌳🌼 Visitors can leisurely walk along the trails, enjoying the flowers, trees, and clear streams along the way. 🐦💧 The scenery changes with the seasons, with spring's sea of flowers and autumn's red leaves captivating visitors, making it a paradise for photography enthusiasts. 📸🍂

Lishui, a natural oxygen bar in southern Zhejiang Here, there are mountains and waters, and it is a filming location for many movies and TV shows Songyang County has even been rated as the "Last Secret Realm of Jiangnan" by National Geographic I went to Lishui three times this summer, and it left a lasting impression! I have compiled a 4-day 3-night Lishui travel guide Get ready and you can set off! · ✅Travel Route Jinyun County ➡️ Liandu District ➡️ Songyang County ➡️ Yunhe County ➡️ Jingning She Autonomous County 📸Specific Check-in Recommendations Day ❶ Xiandu Zhutan Mountain - Yandang Study Room - Yandang No. 2 Grotto - Guyan Painting Town Day ❷ Guyan Painting Town - Yangjiatang Village - Songzhuang Village - Chenjiapu Village - Songyang Old Town Day ❸ Yunhe Terraces Baiyin Valley Scenic Area - Qixingdun - Kenggen Stone Village Day ❹ Yunhe Terraces Jiuquyunhuan to watch the sunrise - Shisi Temple - Xuehuaji Waterfall 🏨Accommodation Recommendations: Stay in Daqingtou Town in Guyan Painting Town on the first day, stay in Songyang County on the second day, and stay in Yunhe Terraces Scenic Area on the third day 🚗Transportation Suggestions: Self-driving or renting a car, we took the high-speed train to "Lishui Station" and then rented a car, which is more convenient~ 📷If you want to know the specific check-in points for photos, you can leave a message in the comment section~ · ✅Scenic Spot Introduction 1⃣️Xiandu Scenic Area - Zhutan Mountain It is the business card of Lishui. The most classic "Old Man Herding Cattle" bridge photo was taken here, making Xiandu famous all over the world. There are free performances on weekends, and at other times, you need to pay extra to take photos of the "Old Man Herding Cattle". 2⃣️Yandang Study Room A "library" in a cave, with Himalaya audiobook service and a café, suitable for check-in and taking photos. The sunlight shining on the cliffs is magnificent. 3⃣️Yandang No. 2 Grotto Check-in at Ni Ni's "The Wizard of Oz" location, near Yandang Study Room. Wearing white clothes for photos looks better. 4⃣️Guyan Painting Town The scenic area is divided into two areas. "Guyan" is Yantou Village on the north bank, with a thousand-year-old camphor tree group; "Painting Town" is Daqingtou Town on the south bank, an ancient Jiangnan town by the Oujiang River, a holy place for sketching and photography. 5⃣️Yangjiatang Village - Songzhuang Village - Chenjiapu Village The three most popular ancient villages in Songyang County. Yangjiatang Village is known as the golden Potala Palace, and the couple tree at the entrance of the village is the most classic spot; Songzhuang Village has a stream running through the village, where you can play in the water in summer, and taking photos on the ancient bridge is very beautiful; Chenjiapu Village has Avant-Garde Bookstore and Asuka Collection Homestay, where you can buy a cup of coffee and stroll around the village. 6⃣️Songyang Old Town Located in Songyang County, it is an old street from the Qingming period. It is recommended to visit at night. The top restaurants on the local list are nearby, where you can taste local snacks. 7⃣️Yunhe Terraces Divided into two areas: "Baiyin Valley" and "Jiuquyunhuan". On the first day, go to "Qixingdun" and "Kenggen Ancient Village" in Baiyin Valley; on the second morning, go to "Jiuquyunhuan" to watch the sunrise and the sea of clouds over the terraces. 8⃣️Shisi Temple A thousand-year-old temple like the Wizard of Oz, surrounded by greenery and moss, very ancient, as if crossing the door of time and space. 9⃣️Xuehuaji Waterfall A one-kilometer hike from Shisi Temple. The waterfall is more spectacular after the rain, suitable for hiking and oxygen intake.

Lishui, this city nestled between green mountains and clear waters, is breathtaking with its unparalleled clarity. The streams flow gently, like silver ribbons weaving through the verdant hills. The water is so clear and pure that you can see the pebbles and fish at the bottom, making one yearn for and become intoxicated by this tranquility and purity. Under the sunlight, the water surface sparkles as if sprinkled with countless brilliant diamonds, shining with enchanting light, making people linger and reluctant to leave. Here, there are mountains and waters, and it is a filming location for many movies and TV shows. Songyang County is even rated by National Geographic as the 'last secret place of Jiangnan'. I have organized a 4-day, 3-night Lishui travel guide. Get ready and you can set off! · ✅Travel Route Jinyun County ➡️ Liandu District ➡️ Songyang County ➡️ Yunhe County ➡️ Jingning She Autonomous County 📸Specific Check-in Recommendations Day ❶ Xiandu Zhutan Mountain - Yandang Book House - Yandang No. 2 Grotto - Guyan Painting Township Day ❷ Guyan Painting Township - Yangjiatang Village - Songzhuang Village - Chenjiapu Village - Songyang Old Town Day ❸ Yunhe Terraces Baiyin Valley Scenic Area - Qixingdun - Kenggen Stone Village Day ❹ Yunhe Terraces Jiuquyunhuan to watch the sunrise - Shisi Temple - Xuehuaji Waterfall 🏨Accommodation Recommendations: Stay in Dagangtou Town, Guyan Painting Township on the first day, stay in Songyang County on the second day, and stay in Yunhe Terraces Scenic Area on the third day. 🚗Transportation Suggestions: Self-driving or renting a car. We took the high-speed train to 'Lishui Station' and then rented a car for travel, which is more convenient. 📷If you want to know the specific check-in points for photos, you can leave a comment in the comment section! · ✅Scenic Spot Introduction 1⃣️ Xiandu Scenic Area - Zhutan Mountain It is the business card of Lishui. The most classic 'Old Man Herding Cattle' bridge picture was taken here, making Xiandu famous worldwide. There are free performances on weekends, and at other times, you need to pay extra to take pictures of the 'Old Man Herding Cattle'. 2⃣️ Yandang Book House A 'library' in a cave, with Himalaya audiobooks and a cafe, suitable for check-in and taking photos. The sunlight shining on the cliffs is magnificent. 3⃣️ Yandang No. 2 Grotto Check-in at the same green wilderness as Ni Ni. It is near Yandang Book House, and wearing white clothes for photos is more photogenic. 4⃣️ Guyan Painting Township The scenic area is divided into two areas. 'Guyan' is Yantou Village on the north bank, with a thousand-year-old camphor tree group; 'Painting Township' is Dagangtou Town on the south bank, an ancient town by the Oujiang River, a holy place for sketching and photography. 5⃣️ Yangjiatang Village - Songzhuang Village - Chenjiapu Village The three most popular ancient villages in Songyang County. Yangjiatang Village is called the golden Potala Palace, and the couple tree at the entrance of the village is the most classic spot; Songzhuang Village has a small stream running through the village, suitable for playing in the water in summer, and taking photos on the ancient bridge is very beautiful; Chenjiapu Village has a Pioneer Bookstore and a Flying Bird Collection Homestay. You can buy a cup of coffee and stroll around the village. 6⃣️ Songyang Old Town Located in Songyang County, it is an ancient street from the Qingming period. It is recommended to visit at night. The top-ranked restaurants are nearby, where you can taste local specialties. 7⃣️ Yunhe Terraces Divided into two areas: 'Baiyin Valley' and 'Jiuquyunhuan'. On the first day, go to 'Qixingdun' and 'Kenggen Ancient Village' in Baiyin Valley; on the second morning, go to 'Jiuquyunhuan' to watch the sunrise over the sea of clouds and terraces. 8⃣️ Shisi Temple A thousand-year-old temple like a green wilderness, surrounded by greenery and moss, with a very ancient feel, as if passing through the door of time. 9⃣️ Xuehuaji Waterfall A one-kilometer hike from Shisi Temple. The waterfall is more spectacular after rain, suitable for hiking and oxygen absorption.