[2025 Kaihua Attraction] Travel Guide for Little Potala Palace in South China (Updated Apr)

Gaotiankeng Village is hidden deep in the mountains of Changhong Township, Kaihua County, Quzhou, Zhejiang. The village is located at an altitude of nearly 700 meters, surrounded by mountains and primitive ecology. The village is small, with ancient rammed earth yellow walls and black tile buildings that bear the vicissitudes of time. The Guanyin Corridor Bridge at the entrance of the village witnesses the long history of the village. Gaotiankeng Village is also a natural dark sky area certified by the International Dark Sky Association and is known as the "Best Stargazing Place in East China." On a clear night, the Milky Way is brilliant. There is a dark sky park planetarium, camping base, and a homestay cluster with the theme of "constellations" on the mountain, as well as supporting facilities such as cafes and starry sky bookstores. It is an ideal place to get away from the hustle and bustle, get close to nature, and explore the starry sky.

- Avoid the crowds Go to a small town to see the mountains, rivers, lakes and seas It is to go to nature and return to life🍃 - Why recommend Kaihua⁉️ ✅ "Little Lijiang River" landscape ✅Sunrise and sea of ​​clouds ✅Root Culture 5A Scenic Spot ✅Natural solar term activities A good place for reverse travel~ Just came back and compiled a detailed guide for playing, read on - ✅［3️⃣Days 2️⃣Nights Tour Guide］ DAY 1️⃣: Xiayu Village, Rushan Village, Yigen Palace Buddhist Kingdom DAY 2️⃣: Handmade lacquer fan, sightseeing car, plum picking, green plum wine (making zongzi), solar term dinner, outdoor variety show DAY 3️⃣: Gaotiankeng Village, Taihui Mountain - 📷［Check-in spots worth visiting］ 1️⃣Xiangxi Life Village In this village, you can make your own lacquer fan, experience blueberry picking, take a sightseeing bus tour, make your own wine and make rice dumplings, and there is also an open-air movie in the yard, which is full of ritual sense. 2️⃣Xiayu Village The ten most beautiful villages in China are perfect for summer escape and cooling off. There are also cruise ships, bicycles, and hiking trails, making it a very comfortable place for the whole family to visit. 3️⃣Rushan Village Camping water ceiling! Bring your outdoor tables and chairs to the bank of the Majin River, chill watermelons and drinks in the clear water, and have a barbecue under the shade of the trees. 4️⃣Taiwan Back to the Mountain The Potala Palace in Jiangnan has beautiful terraced fields, but the mountain road is not easy to drive, so you need an experienced driver. 5️⃣ Gen Palace Buddhist Kingdom The world's only 5A-level scenic spot with the theme of root culture. The root carvings and Chinese garden architecture are very impressive. You can spend an afternoon here. - 🍲［About food］ ✅「Yu Ji Pancakes」: The large pancakes with preserved vegetables and pork and the small pancakes with green onion and pork are very fragrant ✅ "Fuzi Restaurant": Recommend Kaihua clear water fish, steamed rice noodles, and clear snails; "Xiaoping Farmhouse": wild stream fish, kudzu root powder egg noodles, vegetable steamed rice noodles, Kaihua steamed cakes, very local characteristics - 🏠［About accommodation］ I live in Xiangxi Life Village, Qu Village. The single-family courtyard is located in the fields, like a paradise. Moreover, you can enjoy two meals for two, two lacquer fans, two blueberry picking and rice dumpling making activities, and other Grain in Ear solar term activities when you check in. The most important thing is that it is only about ten minutes' drive from the surrounding attractions, there are few people and you can travel with peace of mind. It's so comfortable! - 🚗［About transportation］ 1️⃣ Self-driving is recommended. It takes 2-3 hours to drive in Jiangsu, Zhejiang, Shanghai, Anhui and Jiangxi. 2️⃣The high-speed rail goes directly to Kaihua Station, where you can take a taxi or bus

As a travel blogger, I don’t like crowds. So I have been looking for niche and comfortable travel destinations! Today, I would like to recommend a treasure county in Zhejiang that is very suitable for a weekend self-driving trip. - 📍Location: Kaihua, Quzhou, Zhejiang - ✅The turquoise water of Jinma River is perfect for water play in summer ✅Beautiful scenery, many pristine ancient villages, but not many people ✅There are many delicious snacks in the county town, and the consumption is not high - I have collected some beautiful and interesting places I found in Kaihua these two days! Please keep this 3-day 2-night check-in guide 📕! - 🚶 Tour route Day 1️⃣: Xiashan Ancient Village-Xiayu Village Day 2️⃣: Gengong Buddhist Kingdom - Yuantou Village - Taihuishan Observation Deck Day 3️⃣: Gaotiankeng Village - 🏞️Fun and interesting place 🍃Xiashan Ancient Village My favorite is the Jinma Creek in front of the village and two very primitive wooden suspension bridges. The village still retains more than 300 Ming and Qing Dynasty Hui-style buildings. - 🍃Xiayu Village It is a great place to escape the summer heat and play in the water, and it is also one of the top ten beautiful villages in China! There is a greenway on the shore where you can take a walk, camp, kayak, or pedal boat, making it a great place for family outings. - 🍃Gen Palace Buddhist Kingdom It is a large 5A scenic spot with beautiful buildings and many root carving works of art. Suitable for strolling with the family. - 🍃Taihuishan Observation Deck The village is built on terraces. You can hike up the mountain or drive directly to the village. The scenery above is very open. - 🍃Gaotiankeng Village It is a very small ancient village with a long history and a simple and pristine appearance. The altitude here is more than 700 meters, surrounded by mountains, the scenery is great, the mountains are more refreshing, very suitable for summer vacation

May Day is just around the corner, and everywhere is crowded with people. Here you can find: ✅ A tranquil and elegant ancient village that dates back a thousand years. ✅ A sky full of stars, utterly romantic. ✅ Beautiful mountains and clear waters, perfect for hiking and breathing in nature. ✅ An extremely comfortable living environment, ideal for lying flat. This is Kaihua's Gaotiankeng Village. It is known as "China's most beautiful starry sky ancient village" It is the best place for stargazing in the East China region It is also one of the only six Chinese Dark Night Sky Preserves in the country The village has a starry sky library, starry sky cafe, and starry sky accommodations, etc. The ancient village is hidden deep in the mountains, but it is fully equipped The original rammed earth houses preserve the ancient way of life For example, the "ancient method of fish farming" that has been passed down from 1300 years ago If you want to have a few quiet days or don't want to work anymore Consider staying here for a couple of days ❤️ Attractions: ✅ Planetarium: Very suitable for bringing children to experience the changes in the universe and gain knowledge ✅ Starry Sky Library: An old house renovated, perfect for leisurely reading ✅ Ancient Method of Fish Farming: This is a feature of Gaotiankeng Village, with many along the stream ✅ Stargazing Platform: At night, the glow stones and the starry sky complement each other, super romantic ✅ Starry Sky Coffee Shop: Have a coffee in the ancient village, this place is also great for taking photos ✅ Specialty Farmhouse Restaurant: Local specialties to eat, the vegetables are homegrown, and the home-cooked dishes are delicious ❤️ Nearby is also the Taihui Mountain, known as the "Jiangnan Potala Palace", with villages on the terraces. Although the beautiful rapeseed flower season has passed, the rainy days are shrouded in mist, like a fairyland 🏡 Accommodation: I stayed at the Jinshangyun Residence, right in Gaotiankeng Village. The room is connected to the fields, and opening the window reveals a field of lush greenery. The room is also very spacious, with brand new facilities. If it rains, the sound of the rain combined with the nearby stream is perfect white noise for inducing sleep 🚗 Transportation: Navigate to "Fanjie·Xingxu Gaotian" by car, there is a parking lot at the entrance of the village 📢 Notes: 1️⃣ Accommodations are in high demand, try to book in advance 2️⃣ The mountain roads are quite narrow, be careful not to scrape your car 3️⃣ If you go, try to choose a sunny day, so you can see the starry sky

Countdown to May Day. Reverse travel during the May Day holiday, you can just copy this guide to the secret places in western Zhejiang❗️ Three days left until the May Day holiday! Have you made your travel plans? It is no surprise that major cities including Nanjing will be hot again this time. The crowds of people are so crowded that I don’t think it’s an experience at all😭 I drove to Wuyuan with my friends before. The unique natural scenery and the charm of ancient Huizhou attracted many people there. Do you think I would recommend you to go there on May Day? I believe there is also a huge traffic jam there😂 From Wuyuan to Zhejiang, there are mountains and ridges, and the mountain road is 18 bends, reaching the source of Qiantang River at an altitude of 700 meters. I have found a super niche secret place in western Zhejiang between Jiangsu, Zhejiang and Shanghai for everyone. 📍Fanjie·Xingxiu Gaotian Resort, Kaihua County, Quzhou City, Zhejiang Province I drove five hours from Nanjing just for this view of the mountains and fields outside the window. During this trip, we fully experienced the simplicity of Zhejiang's ancient villages and were also pleasantly surprised to discover some unique modern designs. Highlights❗️Don't miss these places, I recommend you to collect them❤️: Picture 2️⃣: The century-old Guanyin Bridge at the entrance is the sign of entering the village Pictures 3️⃣-4️⃣: The thousand-year-old ancient yew, climbing the steps, you can see the whole picture of the yellow rammed earth buildings in Gaotiankeng Village Picture 5️⃣: The mountains and fields are full of greenery, and you can hear the gurgling of mountain springs and the sound of frogs at night Picture 6️⃣: The starry sky roof and the terrace above have a wide view, giving nature a deep embrace Pictures 7️⃣-1️⃣1️⃣: In addition to the natural beauty, the starry sky bookstore, starry sky cafe, starry sky park (a must-go for taking your kids out), the village market and the handicraft workshop can also meet different needs Pictures 1️⃣2️⃣: The dark night planetarium on the top of the mountain, friends who love astronomical observation should not miss it. Figure 1️⃣3️⃣: There is a beautiful stargazing platform on the top of the mountain at night, which is definitely a rare fantasy experience In addition, the village has introduced mountain spring water and is still adhering to the ancient fish farming techniques. The fish are all lively and you can get a glimpse of the clear water at the source of the Qiantang River. On the way back to Kaihua County, you will pass Taihui Mountain, known as the "Potala Palace of Jiangnan", and its buildings are all on terraced fields. The sea of ​​rapeseed flowers in spring is magnificent. ✅Transportation Self-driving: Hangzhou about 3h/Nanjing about 5h/Shanghai about 6h High-speed rail: Go to Quzhou Station, take a taxi or rent a car to the village 🏠Accommodation suggestion: Jinshang Yunsu·Xingsu Gaotian The two rooms I stayed in with my friends both had large floor-to-ceiling windows and bathtubs. You can relax in a comfortable bath while enjoying the beautiful scenery. My friend said it felt like returning to his grandmother's house in the countryside. Hurry up and mark this guide. We rely on it to avoid being crowded.

If you don't want to crowd when traveling in Jiangsu, Zhejiang and Shanghai I want to share this interesting city with you Once you enter this city The emerald green waters of Majin Creek come into view Green mountains and ecological villages on both sides Beautiful rural scenery, free 5A scenic spots, plenty of delicious food and low consumption. It is comfortable to play in the water in the summer with fewer people. In the winter, you can visit the ancient villages, eat Quzhou spicy dishes and experience the slow life. I have sorted out my 3 days and 2 super detailed play guide, please read on "My 3 days and 2 nights itinerary" Day 1． Gengong Buddhist Kingdom - Xiayu Village Day 2． Xiashan Ancient Village Day 3 ． Gaotiankeng Village - Taihui Mountain About attractions 1. Gengong Buddha Kingdom A 5A scenic spot that is free on weekdays. The scenic area is very large and the buildings are very exquisite. It is very comfortable to bring your family to play and see the root carvings and buildings. 2. Xiayu Village Known as one of "China's Top Ten Most Beautiful Villages", it has picturesque scenery with clear water and green mountains. Many people come here to escape the heat and cool down in the summer. I came here in winter. After the rain, the mountains were shrouded in mist and there were no bustling tourists. Looking at the streamside scenery that looked like an ink painting, I felt peaceful. 3. Xiashan Ancient Town The architecture is mostly Hui-style, with more than 300 ancient residential buildings from the Ming, Qing and early Republic of China periods. You can see the buildings in winter, and if you come to Majianxi in summer, the clear waters are also a great place to escape the heat and play in the water. 4. Taihui Mountain Residential houses are located on the stacked terraces, which are surrounded by clouds and mist after the rain, like a city in the sky. It is recommended to come here in spring, when it will be full of rape flowers and even more beautiful. 5. Gaotiankeng Village It is a bit like Songyang-Yangjiatang Village, with rows of earth-yellow houses. The village is not big and has been well restored. A library and a coffee shop have been built, which has a literary atmosphere. 「Accommodation Guide」 I live in Xiangxi Life Village, which is surrounded by fields. The countryside scenery outside the window is peaceful and calming. During the Spring Festival, there are various festive activities. It is nice to spend a few leisurely days here without having to crowd with people. Moreover, it is very close to Xiayu Village and Gengong Buddhist Kingdom, and can be reached in 10 minutes by car. If you come here during the Lantern Festival, you can also watch the intangible cultural heritage incense and grass dragon performance, look forward to it. By the way, the duck heads here are delicious, and the farm dishes taste very good too, and you can tell that the ingredients are well used. If you don’t want to squeeze into the crowds during the Spring Festival, you might want to consider coming to Kaihua, Quzhou. This treasure city is waiting to be discovered!