[2025 Pingnan Attraction] Travel Guide for Longtan Ancient Town (Updated Apr)

Who says there's no autumn in Fujian, Pingnan is the first to stand out The persimmon trees all over the mountains and plains add a touch of autumn color to these ancient villages in Pingnan. Take advantage of the weekend and escape with your sisters to Pingnan to enjoy the autumn! 3 hours drive from Putian If you only have one day to play, don't miss this persimmon viewing day trip route guide to Siping Village The village is not big, but it has cafes, bakeries, bookstores, snacks, and homestays. It is also the ancient village with the most persimmons. Siping is often congested on weekends, remember to avoid peak travel times Longtan Ancient Town The village closest to Siping, about a 10-minute drive, is a semi-commercial ancient town. The attractions are on both sides of the river. There are plenty of homestays, pubs, and restaurants. If you want to eat and stay, consider this side Qiantou Village Qiantou Village is super close to Longtan, about 1-2 kilometers. I came here specifically for the first picture, but it is indeed still under renovation. I am very much looking forward to the beautiful scenery when it is completed. You can easily visit these three villages in one day, and the return journey will not be too rushed, but it is still recommended to stay overnight to see the ancient village in the morning. The curling smoke and the red persimmons of the ancient village are another kind of beauty.

History and Culture 1. A Thousand Years of Longtan: The Mark of Time Longtan Ancient Town, a town carrying a thousand years of history. The bluestone roads and mottled walls tell stories of the past. 2. A Living Fossil of Bayu Culture As one of the important birthplaces of Bayu culture, Longtan Ancient Town preserves intact Ming and Qing Dynasty architecture and traditional folk customs. Stepping into this town is like traveling back to a simpler time. 3. The Town's Memory, the Echo of History From a bustling commercial hub to its current tranquil atmosphere, Longtan Ancient Town has witnessed the changes of time while retaining its pure cultural heritage. Scenery and Architecture 1. Small Bridges, Flowing Water, and Homes Longtan Ancient Town is nestled between mountains and rivers, with small bridges, flowing water, and charming homes. Stroll along the bluestone roads and experience the poetic tranquility of a Jiangnan water town. 2. Ming and Qing Dynasty Architecture: Ancient Charm The Ming and Qing Dynasty architecture within the town, with its carved beams and painted rafters, and upturned eaves, showcases the history within each old house. 3. Eight Scenic Spots of Longtan: Picturesque Landscapes Longtan Ancient Town is surrounded by mountains and rivers, and was historically known for its "Eight Scenic Spots of Longtan." Whether hiking to a high vantage point or boating on the lake, you can experience the wonders of nature. Folk Customs and Culture 1. A Feast of Folk Customs: Cultural Heritage Longtan Ancient Town is home to ethnic minorities such as the Tujia and Miao people. During festivals, folk activities such as singing, dancing, sacrificial ceremonies, and handicrafts are dazzling. 2. Intangible Cultural Heritage: The Inheritance of Craftsmanship The town preserves many traditional handicrafts, such as Tujia brocade weaving and Miao silver jewelry making. These intangible cultural heritages are treasures of Longtan's culture. 3. The Flavor of the Town: A Taste of Authenticity The cuisine of Longtan Ancient Town offers both the spicy and savory flavors of Bayu cuisine and the unique flavors of ethnic minorities. A bowl of rice tofu or a piece of糍粑 (ciba) are authentic local delicacies. Travel Experience 1. Slow Travel in Longtan: Feel the Passage of Time In Longtan Ancient Town, time seems to slow down. Wander through the ancient streets, listen to the stories of local elders, and experience the authentic atmosphere of life. 2. Stay Overnight in the Ancient Town: Dream Back to a Thousand Years Ago At night, Longtan Ancient Town is quiet and beautiful, with shimmering lights. Stay in a local guesthouse, listen to the gurgling water, and feel as if you have traveled back in time. 3. A Photographer's Paradise: Capture the Most Beautiful Moments Whether it's the morning mist or the evening glow, Longtan Ancient Town is a paradise for photographers. Every frame is a painting.

🌸Longtan Ancient Town, Pingnan, Ningde: In-depth Travel Guide🌸 ✨Highlights: • Longtan Ancient Town: A thousand-year-old town where time seems to stand still. Stroll along the cobblestone streets, where every stone is etched with history. Ming and Qing dynasty architecture clusters harmoniously, with firewalls and horse-head walls narrating past glories. 🚗Transportation: • By car: Depart from Ningde city center, enjoying the natural scenery of eastern Fujian along the smooth, unobstructed route directly to Longtan Ancient Town. • Public transport: Take a bus from Ningde North Bus Station to Daixi, then transfer to local transport for easy access to the ancient town. 🍽️Culinary Delights: • Taro noodles: Chewy noodles paired with a rich red soup, each bite a taste of authentic Pingnan. • Egg tea: A perfect blend of black tea and white sugar, fragrant and sweet without being overpowering, a unique sweet memory of the ancient town. 🚶‍♀️Walking Routes: • Ancient town stroll: Starting from the entrance, follow the cobblestone streets, exploring each ancient building and experiencing the town's historical charm. • Mountain trails: Many mountain trails surround the ancient town, perfect for hiking enthusiasts to explore, enjoying the natural scenery and fresh air. 📸Photo Spots: • Ancient architecture: Each ancient building provides an excellent backdrop for photos, capturing the rustic tranquility. • Natural scenery: The surrounding landscapes are equally captivating; capture nature's gifts with your camera. 💡Travel Tips: • Best time to visit: Early morning or evening are recommended to avoid the scorching sun and enjoy the town's peace and coolness. • Clothing suggestions: Wear comfortable athletic shoes for walking. Also, bring sunscreen and mosquito repellent for a worry-free trip.

Escape the city for a weekend and head to a place where the wind blows🍃” 📍Address: Longtan Ancient Town, Pingnan County, Ningde City, Fujian Province 🕙Opening hours: Open all day 💰Tickets: Free 🚉Transportation: Driving is recommended The ancient town has many homestays and cafes. Although the town is not big and can be explored in a day, it is still recommended to stay overnight to experience the tranquility of the ancient town. 🏠Accommodation recommendation: 47 Tree Art Space I chose this place for my stay. It has a beautiful courtyard. Every display and decoration is very tasteful. During the day, you can read books and drink coffee on the rooftop. It's also a great place for taking photos. The proprietress is also very interesting. Play rock-paper-scissors with her, and if you win, you can get a free coffee🫢 🍧Food: The food in Longtan Village is mainly farmhouse dishes, such as duck and pork. In addition, there are some special snacks, such as Qingming Kueh and meat dumplings. Siping Opera Museum: Siping Opera is a traditional opera form originating in Longtan Village. The museum displays the history, performance forms, costumes, and props of Siping Opera, allowing visitors to gain a deeper understanding of this traditional culture. 3. Yellow Wine Museum: Longtan Village has a long history of yellow wine brewing. The museum displays the brewing process, tools, and history of yellow wine. Visitors can taste authentic Longtan yellow wine and experience its unique flavor. 4. Longtan Academy: Longtan Academy is a building with ancient charm. The academy displays many ancient books and documents, allowing visitors to experience the profoundness of ancient culture. 🍅Sipin Village: The village with the most persimmon trees Overlooking the entire village from the viewing platform, persimmon trees dot the mountains, and occasionally smoke curls from houses, like a tranquil and artistic landscape painting. 🍅Longtan Village: A village with small bridges, flowing water, and houses It has a complete range of facilities such as homestays, restaurants, and cafes, with a style of "small bridges, flowing water, and houses." There are relatively few persimmon trees, but there is a particularly large persimmon tree at the entrance of the 47 Tree Cafe, which is a good spot for photos. 🍅Qiantou Village: If you have enough time, you can stop by. The persimmon scenery here is also good, but the village is smaller. 🌈"Slow down to see what life is really like." Pick a weekend and come to Longtan to be a mountain dweller for a day!⛰️

Go where the wind is! Location: Longtan Ancient Town, Pingnan County, Ningde City, Fujian Province Tickets: Free This is a treasure village known as the Fujian version of "Go Where the Wind Runs". The village is not big, and most of the villagers still maintain a normal living life. There are relatively few commercial shops, but only some farmhouse restaurants. There are also few pubs open at night. Commercialization here accounts for only about 30% It combines the unique architectural styles of Jiangnan ancient towns and eastern Fujian. The buildings in Longtan Ancient Town are mainly wooden structures, nestled against the mountains and beside the water, blending in with the surrounding natural environment. Features include: Yellow walls and black tiles: The walls of the houses are mostly yellow, and the roofs are covered with black tiles, which are bright in color and rich in layers. Horse-head wall: Horse-head wall is one of the characteristics of eastern Fujian architecture. Its shape resembles a horse's head and has the functions of fire and wind prevention. · Woodcarving, stonecarving and brickcarving: The woodcarving, stonecarving and brickcarving in the building are exquisitely crafted and rich in content, reflecting the superb skills of local craftsmen. These architectural styles not only have high artistic value, but also reflect the local history, culture and folk customs. Strolling in Longtan Ancient Town, you can feel the strong historical atmosphere and unique architectural charm. When the few tourists leave, the small village will return to its former tranquility.

Longtan Village is located in the northeast of Xiling Township, Pingnan County, Ningde City, Fujian Province. Longtan Village was built in the 12th year of Yongzheng in the Qing Dynasty (1734) and is one of the three ancient towns in Pingnan County, with a history of more than 400 years. Longtan Village is an ancient building complex integrating culture, commerce, and religion, known as the "First Village in Fujian", and is one of China's historical and cultural villages and traditional villages. The history of Longtan Village can be traced back to the Neolithic period, and cultural relics and archaeologists have discovered ancient human activity sites in Longtan. During the Southern and Northern Dynasties, the Chen family moved here from the Central Plains, forming the basic pattern of Longtan Village. During the Ming and Qing Dynasties, Longtan Village gradually developed into a commercial and cultural center, preserving a large number of Ming and Qing buildings, with rich cultural heritage, including Sipeng Opera, Huicun Bridge, Longtan Old Wine, and so on. Sipeng Opera is a type of opera introduced to Longtan Village from Jiangxi during the Wanli period of the Ming Dynasty. Huicun Bridge is a stone arch wooden house gallery bridge rebuilt during the Guangxu period of the Qing Dynasty. The bridge house has 9 openings and 40 columns, with a unique shape, simple and elegant. Longtan Old Wine is a well-known Pingnan Old Wine with a history of hundreds of years of family workshops. Longtan Village is surrounded by mountains on all sides, with clear and undulating streams, and beautiful scenery. The village preserves a large number of Ming and Qing buildings and ancient dwellings, such as the Zhang Family Mansion, Wang Family Mansion, Chen Family Mansion, and so on. These ancient residential buildings have unique styles and are well-preserved, attracting a large number of tourists to visit. In recent years, Longtan Village has become a cultural and creative ancient village, attracting many artists and literary youth to settle in, gradually becoming the "Songzhuang" of rural culture. In short, Longtan Village is not only rich in history and culture, but also a popular destination for tourism and cultural creation due to its beautiful natural environment and rich cultural heritage.

💐People born and raised in Fujian have basically no concept of "autumn" Always wearing short sleeves, winter has arrived overnight~[Cute][Cute] 🌸This time, it took about two and a half hours from Fuzhou to see the autumn scenery! [StarEyes] 🌸The persimmons are red. I made an appointment in advance for the Youran Xiaoyuan in Longtan Ancient Town. There are 5 B&Bs within 3 steps of the town, so you don't have to worry about accommodation. (But! It is safer to make reservations in advance during peak hours. After all, It seems like the place is quite full) [Cute] -Very good: You Ran has its own tavern, and the second floor has a good view. Outside the window is a stream and persimmon trees, with an elevated view. The lady boss is very enthusiastic 💕, the service is quite good and comfortable [Cute][Cute][Cute] 📍Longtan Ancient Town-Qiantou Village-Xiping Village 🌸We slept until we woke up naturally on Saturday (October 19) and arrived at Longtan at nearly 17:00. We watched the night view of Longtan and walked along the stream after dinner to digest the food~[Cute] 🌸The breeze is pleasant and comfortable 🌸Since we played games until the early morning, not everyone got up early to see the quiet ancient town. If you can get up, you must go!!!! Otherwise, it will be after 10:00. The second bus tour group is coming (listen to the advice!) The weather is good The sunrise should be awesome too👍👍 🌸On Sunday (October 20), after a good nap, I went to Qiantou Village for more than an hour. There is not as much commercial development as Longtan, but it is quiet and comfortable. I looked at the small waterfall and played with the lazy puppy at the village head (the dog is well-behaved, but this behavior is not recommended. The Shiba Inu in the picture is brought by itself) 🌸Then we went to Xiping Village for lunch. The scenic spot planning and business model here are more comprehensive than Longtan. There are also coffee, bread, tea, and bookstores~[Cute][Cute] 🌸We just sat in Nanshan Bookstore for the whole afternoon (The boss lady is super cool!) Then return slowly in the evening. The above is the lazy version of the travel guide—— and[StarEyes][StarEyes] 🍊The leaves of the persimmon tree It hasn't fallen yet. Next week or early November should be the best time to enjoy persimmons. They will be redder and more succulent. Hurry up and go👉👉👉

|. 📸 Original ecological lens! Live documentary of Fujian's hidden paradise 🌿 🚗 Travel guide: From Fuzhou to Pingnan, a leisurely journey of only about 2 hours by car 📅 Perfect itinerary: ✨ Day 1: Explore the ancient charm of Xiadi 🚶‍♀️ On the first day of the trip, head straight to Xiadi Village, a 15-minute drive through idyllic scenery. Stroll through the quaint village and experience its essence in an hour. Don't forget the avant-garde bookstore in the rice fields, an ideal place for a spiritual break, where the aroma of books and coffee intertwine, and you can enjoy a slow time. ✨ Day 2: Stroll through the ancient towns 🚗 Depart from the county town and arrive at Longtan Ancient Town in about 50 minutes, where a meeting of art and nature is about to take place. It is recommended to spend a whole day connecting Longtan, Sipin, and Qiantou, three villages with their own charm. Longtan, a village of the Renaissance, with cafes, pubs, B&Bs, and tea rooms, each shop exudes a unique charm, and you can stroll along the creek and enjoy the tranquility and beauty. ✨ Day 3: The natural baptism of Yuanyang Creek & the quiet time of Shuangxi Ancient Town 🏞️ Yuanyang Creek, the only place on this trip that requires a ticket, is also a paradise for hiking enthusiasts. In the mountains and forests, the clear spring water flows, and every breath is a gift from nature. And for those who prefer tranquility, Shuangxi Ancient Town is waiting for your footsteps to feel the tranquility that has been gently treated by time. 🏞️ The artistic countryside of Sipin Village 🎨 In Sipin, art and nature are perfectly integrated. The aroma of the French bakery, accompanied by the sound of the small waterfall, the music bar, the art gallery, the book bar, and the pottery studio, each is a source of inspiration that makes people linger. Such a trip to Fujian, every frame is a painting, and every moment is worth cherishing. Are you tempted?

|||🚶Travel Route ✔️Longtan Ancient Town ➡️ Siping Village 🚗Recommended self-driving, 2 hours from Fuzhou 📍Longtan Ancient Town: This is a relatively mature village with a literary atmosphere and commercialization, with relatively complete facilities, many homestays, restaurants, and cafes ☕️ libraries 📖 art galleries 🎨 wine museums 🍷 (accommodation can be chosen here!) 47 Tree 🌲 Coffee House is particularly photogenic, the most lush persimmon tree is also here, order a pot of tea here to read 📖 and enjoy the beautiful scenery, really don't be too comfortable 📍Siping Village: Only 2 kilometers away from Longtan Ancient Town, the persimmons here are full of branches, the bridge corridor overlooks the entire village, and many people come here to sketch ✍️ (Nanshan Book House 📖) is a cafe ☕️ during the day and a small bar 🍺 at night (Xiaoran French Bread 🥐) can smell the bread from afar, ordered chocolate croissant and original flavor, just out of the oven taste is also praised 👅 The shop has a good view, you can see the panoramic view of Siping Village 👍 🏚️ In the ancient village found the long-lost slow life, the original appearance 🖼️ persimmons hanging trees, simple folk customs, small bridges and flowing water, step by step, poetry is in full view 👀 📍Navigation: Longtan Ancient Town, Pingnan County, Ningde City, Fujian Province 🅿️Parking: Free! Tips 💁‍♀️ ✔️The temperature difference between morning and evening in the ancient village is large, remember to bring a coat 🧥 ✔️There are many mosquitoes in the village, remember to prepare mosquito repellent!

🚔Self-driving ✅️Depart from Quanzhou👉Longtan Ancient Town, arrive in more than 4.5 hours ✅️Longtan Ancient Town: Many homestays, shops, and art galleries. ✅️Food👉Lanzi Restaurant, Farmhouse Restaurant ✅️[Return to the Village·Longtan Wine Museum] Yellow wine milk tea, yellow wine soda, really tipsy ✅️Longtan Ancient Town👉Chenxi Homestay👍 1⃣Siping Village: Fujian garden-style ancient village, a large area of persimmon trees, the scene of drying autumn 2⃣Xiadi Village: Smell osmanthus, dry autumn, and visit rice fields 3⃣Qiankou Village: Coffee house, gallery, book house ‼️Warm reminder: There are many mosquitoes and insects, so you need to bring mosquito repellent products

Longtanli is about 4 kilometers away from Siping. The ancient village is surrounded by mountains. It has yellow walls and black tiles built along the stream. The wooden corridor is filled with red lanterns. It is unique in shape, simple and elegant. There are peaches and plums here in spring, a place to escape the heat in summer, tomatoes in autumn, and auspicious snow in winter. In late autumn, the old persimmon tree is bustling with red lanterns. ​​​

This is an ancient village - Longtan Village, also called Longtanli, located in Xiling Township, Pingnan County, Ningde City, Fujian Province. It is about 50 kilometers away from Pingnan County. The village is surrounded by mountains, with a stream running through it. Ancient buildings are scattered along both sides of the stream, with rammed earth and yellow mud walls, solid wooden structures, black and gray tiles, and old wooden doors that have withstood the wind and rain. , leaving mottled traces. The ancient trees are towering, the sun shines, cutting out the boundaries between light and dark, moss grows wantonly in the dark, and the villagers live their lives in the light. This ancient village hidden deep in the mountains retains the shape of the original village. It is a world of fireworks that comes out of poetry and painting. It is very peaceful and comfortable. It is called the Fujian version of "Going to a windy place". Strolling along the historical corridor, it seems that you can touch those memories that have been dusted by time. The beauty of niche is that it allows you and me to become part of the story. In the shadow of the monuments, I walk with history.

🚩[Location & Transportation] Longtan Ancient Town is located in Pingnan, Ningde. If you drive, you can easily reach it by following the navigation. If you choose public transportation, you can go to Pingnan County first, and then transfer to a local bus. 🚗🚌 🌳[Ancient Town Scenery] As soon as you enter Longtan Ancient Town, you feel like you have traveled to a quiet paradise. The ancient buildings, winding paths, and babbling streams are all full of poetry. 🏯💧 Although there are not as many persimmon trees here as in Siping Village, each persimmon tree is like a work of art carefully carved by nature. The persimmons hanging on the branches are like little red lanterns, adding a bright color to the ancient town. The yellow walls and black tiles contrast with the red persimmons, and any photo you take is a masterpiece. 📷😍 ☕[Nearby Experiences] There are many specialty shops in the ancient town. When you are tired of shopping, you can order a cup of coffee in a coffee shop, sit by the window, enjoy the beautiful scenery outside, and enjoy the leisurely time. There are also some artistic studios and interesting handicraft shops worth exploring. 🎨☕ 🍱[Food Recommendations] You must not miss the local food here. The tender rice-braised rabbit, the delicious meat and vegetable noodles, and various special dishes made with local mountain delicacies are all unforgettable. Of course, sweet persimmons are also a natural delicacy, but don't pick them at will. Buy persimmons in the store and taste the sweetness of autumn. 🍜🍅 💡[Travel Tips] 1. It is recommended to go when the weather is sunny. The sunlight on the persimmons makes the colors more vivid, and the photos are better. ☀ 2. The temperature difference between morning and evening is large, so remember to bring a coat to avoid catching a cold. 🧥 This autumn, come to Longtan Ancient Town to enjoy persimmons, feel the tranquility and beauty of the ancient village, and let your soul be baptized. 💕💕

"Longtan Ancient Town Travel Guide" Longtan Village, located in Xiling Township, Pingnan County, Ningde City, Fujian Province, is a quaint village that has not been over-developed. Built along the creek, the wooden houses are perfectly integrated with modern art, full of literary and artistic atmosphere. 1. Transportation Guide 1. Self-driving: Starting from Fuzhou, drive along Fuyin Expressway and Ningshang Expressway to Pingnan County, and then to Longtan Ancient Town. The whole journey takes about 2 hours. Please note that there are many winding roads, so novices should drive with caution and pay attention to safety on rainy days when there is heavy fog. There are no charging stations or gas stations in the village. 2. Public transportation: Take a long-distance bus from Ningde City to Pingnan County, then transfer to a local shuttle bus or book a taxi. The whole journey takes about 2-3 hours. Please check the flight time in advance. The Pingnan-Longtan flight usually departs from the old station at 14:30 in the afternoon. 2. Accommodation recommendations Featured B&Bs include 47 Trees Inn, a duplex suite with pavilions and pavilions, with a yard and a terrace, a beautiful environment and a warm owner. There are also Longtan Art B&B, Jingxuan Tanshe, Youran Villa, etc. You can choose according to personal preferences and budget. 3. Entertainment items 1. Stroll through the ancient streets and alleys, feel the historical charm and appreciate the ancient houses. 2. Visit cultural and creative spaces, such as libraries, art galleries, pioneer bookstores, etc., enjoy the tranquility of books, and buy postcards or books as souvenirs. 3. Take a walk along the Longtan River, enjoy the natural scenery, and take photos. 4. Participate in art creation workshops, make handmade coffee bean refrigerator magnets and other souvenirs, and feel the charm of art. 4. Food recommendations 1. Local specialty snacks include rice-roasted rabbit, with fresh and tender meat and unique taste; beef noodle/meat and vegetable noodle, which is delicious and generous in portion; Pingnan taro braised pork, local chicken pot and other farm dishes are authentic and delicious. 2. Uniquely recommended are the Tibetan Yak Bronze Hot Pot and Medog Stone Pot Chicken at 47 Tree Restaurant. 5. Tips 1. Best time to visit: The climate is pleasant in spring and autumn. Summer is a summer resort, but you need to pay attention to sun protection and hydration. 2. Equipment preparation: Carry light rain gear, thunderstorms occur frequently in summer; prepare mosquito repellent products such as toilet water, mosquito repellent patches, etc. 3. Pay attention to safety: Pay attention to walking safety when playing, and be careful when the road is slippery in rainy days. 4. Respect local customs: protect the environment of the ancient town, do not litter, and do not damage public facilities.

| A thousand-year-old town that has not been "invaded" by tourists. Find peace in the mountains, forget the worries of the world. [Driving distance]: Xiamen to Ningde City, Pingnan County, Longtan Ancient Town, driving time about 4.5 hours. If you are traveling by electric car, remember to charge it in Ningde city center, which is more convenient. There are also restaurants and shops nearby, so you can take a break before driving to Pingnan. [Travel route]: Longtan Ancient Town, Siping Village, downhill to Ningde city center accommodation. We arrived in Ningde by car at noon, charged the car in the city center, and ate Guangbing. We continued uphill and arrived at Longtan Village at around 12:00-13:00. There are many turns on the uphill road, so please pay attention to your speed. [Longtan Ancient Village]: A very quiet and leisurely small village. When we went, there were not many people. We took our time to walk around the village. There are many small tea houses, coffee shops, artistic signs, cats and dogs in the village. You can walk around and take photos at your own pace. Sit by the gurgling stream and listen to the sound of water, time seems to slow down. P There is a parking lot, it is recommended not to park randomly, it will block the road. [Siping Village]: When you come out of Longtan Village, you will see a fork in the road with a sign for Siping Village. Follow the sign and you will arrive. Compared to Longtan Village, Siping Village is more deserted and the houses are more compact and regular. There are some local specialties sold at the entrance.

Compared with popular attractions, I prefer sparsely populated niche tourist destinations! Instead of going to the crowded places, I recommend these 9 unpopular and niche ancient towns and villages! 1️⃣ Libo Dongmeng Village (p1-p2) The villages here are very primitive, with the chirping of cicadas, barking of dogs and crowing of chickens echoing in the deep mountains! 2️⃣ Youyang Gongtan Ancient Town (p3-p4) The ancient town of Shangshui on the bank of the Wujiang River, with its green mountains and clear waters and a hundred-mile art gallery, is what the poets describe as a landscape painting. 3️⃣ Chishui Datong Ancient Town (p5-p6) Explore the corners forgotten by time! The steps are made of stone slabs, and the houses on both sides are very old, plain and simple yet full of the charm of being tempered by time! 4️⃣ Changshou Sandaoguai Street (p7-p8) An old street full of the hustle and bustle of the city! There are few people and it is easy to take photos. After shopping, it is very pleasant to drink tea and bask in the sun. 5️⃣ Luzhou Fubao Ancient Town (p9-p10) This place is sparsely populated and not commercialized at all, and the curling smoke is full of life! 6️⃣ Chishui Bing'an Ancient Town (p11-p12) The thousand-year-old cultural town beside the Chishui River is very atmospheric at sunset and when the lights are on. 7️⃣ Baiyan Village, Leishan County (p13-p14) The vast stretches of rice fields and the houses in the villages are really beautiful, and the rising smoke makes it feel more like a homely place. I prefer the weather after the rain! 8️⃣ Zhaoxing Dong Village, Liping County (p15-p16) Compared to the Qianhu Miao Village, this thousand-year-old village in Guizhou has a more down-to-earth feel! The characteristic drum tower and houses are arranged in an orderly manner, and the terraced field landscape is also amazing! 9️⃣ Kaili Xiasi Ancient Town (p17-p18) This is a seriously underestimated treasure town. It doesn’t require tickets. The various Dong villages are very photogenic, and you can also take a boat ride!

When I stepped into Longtan Ancient Town in Pingnan, Ningde, Fujian, I felt like I had traveled through time and space to a peaceful and secluded paradise. Every step I took here seemed to be listening to the whispers of history, and every detail exuded a simple charm. As soon as I entered the ancient town, the stone-paved streets led my steps. The ancient buildings on both sides seemed to tell stories of thousands of years. Green bricks and black tiles, wooden doors and windows, each old house has its unique historical mark. Walking here, it seems to feel the passage of time, every touch has a temperature, every breath carries an ancient breath. Along the way, I tasted authentic Min Dong cuisine, every bite is a feast for the taste buds. The delicacy of tofu brain and the deliciousness of fish ball soup not only satisfy the desire on the tip of the tongue, but also awaken the most primitive enjoyment of life. Every food here contains the local people's love for life and respect for ingredients. And Longtan Waterfall is undoubtedly the most memorable scene in this trip. It rushes down from a high place, forming a spectacular water curtain, splashing water, like a movement of nature. Standing in front of the waterfall, the breeze came slowly, taking away the fatigue of the body, leaving only the inner peace and joy. The cultural heritage of the ancient town also deeply attracted me. Every exhibit in the museum is a witness to history, which makes people understand the cultural heritage of Ningde more deeply. Talking with the locals, their smiles and enthusiasm made me feel the real rural feelings. "Wait for the wind, wait for the rain", in Longtan Ancient Town, this sentence has a deeper meaning. The wind brings coolness and also brings expectations from afar; the rain is the nectar that washes the soul, making the heart pure and deep. Here, whether it is wind or rain, it can become the most beautiful memory in my heart. In short, Longtan Ancient Town is a rare surprise in my trip. It is not only a place, but also a journey, a journey of exploration and self-discovery. Here, I can temporarily put down my busy life, quietly feel the beauty of life, and nourish my soul.

🍎Longtan Ancient Town, Pingnan County, Ningde City, Fujian Province 🐽Escape from the hustle and bustle, 🐽Hide in the ancient town outside the world, 🐽Bask in the sun, tease the puppy, 🐽Look at the full persimmons bending the branches, 🐽Listen to the white noise played by nature, 🐽Experience the Fujian version of going to a windy place. There are many homestays and cafes in the ancient town. Although the ancient town is not big, you can basically stroll around in one day, but it is still recommended to stay for one night to feel the comfort of the ancient town ☀The homestay we live in is a stream. After strolling down the stream, you can stroll leisurely on the main street. Most of the time is spent taking pictures. Normally, you can stroll with Siping Village~ We got up late and didn't go there again (leave a regret and come again next time) ✅Recommended food Recommended to try taro noodles, cold grass noodles, rice roast rabbit, autumn chrysanthemum fruit, mandarin duck fruit, flat meat, mixed noodles, and other special snacks, let your taste buds also indulge in this ancient style. 🌸: The ancient town has a high rate of filming, and I took a lot of photos (I will show you slowly in the next article). The filming in the ancient town is really different from the bustling city 🏠It really counts as a small town with less commercialization, right? The buildings are well preserved, many wooden structures, earth houses and many are still the earliest fences. A small town full of literary youths, I hope that traditional ancient villages can be well known and well protected by everyone~~

12:22...5G48 🏄 Oh my god, Pingnan is so beautiful!! Why isn't it promoted?#My favorite corner ⛳ 2 hours from Fuzhou!! Super suitable for weekends and short holidays. Good place to go for Dragon Boat Festival 🏀 This time I stayed in a Longtan village inn for one night and lived a slow life. The village is not big, but it is very delicate. There are many inns, dessert shops and cafes, as well as some art museums. 🎽 The whole village is built along the water flow, and the water is super large on rainy days, especially healing. There are flowers everywhere, so beautiful!! 🎳 Then go to the next Siping Village to play together, Siping Village is staggered and more layered. 🏓 Just pay attention!! Some mountain roads are narrow, especially on rainy days, the fog is very heavy, and you can't see clearly. Also bring long sleeves!! I went on a rainy day, wearing short sleeves and shorts was really too cold!!

Longtan Ancient Village is located in the northeast of Tangquan Township, Taihu County, Anqing City, bordering Qianshan County to the east and Yueshi Mountain and Water to the north, hidden in a small corner of the Dabie Mountains. In various online texts, it is classified as a Huizhou-style residential category, but if you take a closer look or take a few walks in the village, you will notice many differences. 1️⃣First, in terms of site selection, Longtan Ancient Village is not large in scale and is located on a slope surrounded by mountains on all sides. Both the cultivated land and the residential area are problematic. Unlike the independent houses in Huizhou villages, the houses here have a stronger sense of adhesion, and the separated alleys are hidden in them, which is difficult to detect. The main skeleton of the village's transportation is two river walkways, mostly paved with bluestone strips or bluestone slabs. Although some sections of the road have lost their ancient charm after being renovated in recent years, the river channel is more prominent as a result. 2️⃣Second, the water potential is an important factor, and some of the public construction of the village is carried out around this. The houses in the village are basically built on a stone platform above the water level. The ancient village with hundreds of people actually has five stone bridges connecting the two banks. What is particularly special is the artificial stone fish in the middle of the river. According to the on-site sign, it was built during the Qianlong period of the Qing Dynasty. The local Hu family ancestors piled up stones in the river. Whenever there were mountain floods and heavy rains, they could block the water and divert the water, which played a buffering and protective role on the river. Longtan Ancient Village was rated as a county-level cultural protection unit in 2009 and was upgraded to a provincial-level cultural protection unit in 2012. Although it is not comparable to the ancient villages of the same level in southern Anhui, for the Wanjiang region where ancient architectural remains are scarce, it is also an ancient village that can retain local architectural features. Based on the disaster-prone Wanjiang Basin under the mountain, the ancestors avoided man-made disasters while struggling with nature. In ancient times, there were two ways to enter and exit the mountain village. Whenever there was a war, the villagers would use bamboo and wood to cover the Ming Road for self-preservation, and the dark mountain road was full of traps. The soldiers and bandits and refugees could not find a way, and they were trapped in the mountains and returned. The ancient village is not only quiet in the years, but also a true portrayal of the hardships of the people's livelihood.

Fujian Longtan Ancient Town Travel Guide, recommend a 2-day and 1-night itinerary: 1. It is recommended to book accommodation in advance. You can choose a characteristic B&B with an average price of more than 200 yuan. 2. How to get there: ① Self-driving: It is not recommended for beginners to drive by themselves, as the mountain roads are winding and difficult to navigate. ② High-speed rail + bus: Take the high-speed rail to Pingnan Station first. After leaving the station, take bus No. 8 (6 yuan) to Pingnan Bus Station. Then, take bus No. 3 (1 yuan) or scan the code for an electric bicycle to Hengkun Times Square. Take the bus from Pingnan to Yitou, which departs at 2:30 pm on time. The fare to Longtan is 18 yuan, and there is only one bus per day. ③ High-speed rail + taxi: Take the high-speed rail to Pingnan Station first. Then, take a taxi to Longtan, which costs about 100-150 yuan. 3. Itinerary: Longtan Ancient Town → Siping Village → Yitou Village → Xiamendi ☺️☺️

📍 Bewu Longtan Nestled deep within a lush bamboo forest, Bewu Longtan offers a tranquil escape into nature's healing embrace. With bamboo stretching as far as the eye can see and springs flowing endlessly, it feels like stepping into a poetic scene from Wang Wei’s verse, "the moon shines between the pines, the spring stone flows." 🍃✨ Highlights of Bewu Longtan 🌊 Waterfalls: Although the mountains are gentle and not too steep, Bewu Longtan boasts a strikingly beautiful waterfall. The waterfall is a spectacular sight, and the viewing platform provides a breathtaking panorama of the surrounding mountains and the bamboo forest across the valley. 🌲🏞️ 📸 Photogenic Spots: The bamboo plank road, streams, and winding pavilions offer numerous opportunities for stunning photographs. On sunny days, the interplay of light and shadow on the bamboo and water creates a dramatic effect. With fewer crowds, you can capture these serene moments in peace. 📷🌞 Travel Tips 🗺️ Explore the Plank Road: Take your time walking along the bamboo plank road. It’s a picturesque path that leads you through the heart of the bamboo forest. 🌟 Optimal Lighting: For the best photo opportunities, visit on a sunny day. The sunlight filtering through the bamboo creates beautiful light and shadow effects. 🔭 Quiet Retreat: Bewu Longtan’s peaceful setting makes it perfect for quiet reflection and enjoying nature without the hustle and bustle of larger tourist spots. Bewu Longtan is a hidden gem where natural beauty and poetic inspiration meet, offering a unique and serene experience for visitors. 🌿📸 #BewuLongtan #BambooForest #Waterfall #NatureEscape #PhotographySpots #TravelTips #SereneRetreat #ChinaTravel

This place is known as the "Fujian version of a windy place (Fujian Wuyuan)" and is a paradise hidden in the valley. If you have time, why not slow down and stay for a few days to empty yourself and feel the beauty of the hidden world. Address: Longtan Ancient Town, Pingnan County, Ningde City, Fujian Province Transportation: It is recommended to drive by yourself, about 2 hours from Fuzhou city. Attractions: Siping Village, Xiadi Village, Beiqian Village, Jixia Village, etc. Food: The local farmhouse dishes are delicious. Note: There are many mosquitoes in the village, so be prepared. If you have time, you can stay for one night, stroll around the surrounding villages and experience the local humanities, nature and customs. The temperature difference here is large, remember to bring one or two thicker clothes. (I recommend staying at the Xiaoshitan Homestay near Longtan Ancient Town)

Pingnan - Longtan Ancient Town and Siping Village During the weekend, we prepared for rain when planning, thinking that even if it rained, chatting with friends and family over tea and listening to the rain would be extremely pleasant. The first day was beautiful, and it only rained in the evening. We strolled around Longtan Ancient Town, a small village built along a stream, nestled against the mountains and water, revealing the owner's aesthetic taste with homestays scattered throughout the landscape. We stayed at Zhou Zhou's homestay, where the landlady was particularly hospitable. The homestay had a large public area, and they provided us with a fixed tea table for our tea time. The beauty of the village was reflected in its winding paths. The night was quiet, and when it rained, we enjoyed the tea, chatted, and listened to music, which was very cozy. The food and lodging in the ancient town are quite cheap, and it's generally not necessary to book online unless some rooms are indeed scarce, but they are also very elegant and chic. The next day we went to Siping Village, which is even smaller than Longtan, with a different kind of beauty. It's just a five or six-minute drive away. The village is full of persimmon trees, and it would be a unique scene to visit in autumn. The prices at Siping Coffee are even cheaper than in Longtan, and the stalls in the long wooden corridor at the entrance of the village are unattended, with purchases made by scanning QR codes. There is a waterfall in the center of the village, as well as a bookhouse cafe. The village is very photogenic, with a kind of small and exquisite beauty. It's definitely worth a detour.

Reverse travel during the Dragon Boat Festival! In this drizzly plum rain season, dive into the ancient villages, spent 2 days with friends in the village, where time passed very slowly, unexpectedly, the village is so beautiful even in the light rain (Of course, it is still recommended to visit when the weather is clear!) Sharing the itinerary of these two days and one night in Pingnan p1-6 Longtan Ancient Town p7-11 Xiadi Village p12-13 Siping Village p14-17 Yuanyangxi Waterfall Coffee 🏠Homestay: Senkedi Xiashan Homestay A super beautiful homestay, we booked a detached house Every window is as beautiful as a painting Xiadi Village is super quiet at night, really feels like a good rest The homestay also has a coffee house with cats and dogs And things here are cheap and good!! Travel sequence⬇️ From Quanzhou to Pingnan, a 3-hour and 42-minute drive It's really tiring, it's recommended to take the high-speed train, you can rent a car locally day1 Check into Xiadi Village➡️Visit Xianfeng Bookstore It takes about an hour to walk and take photos in Xiadi Village ➡️Longtan Ancient Town, 47 minutes drive from Xiadi Village The ancient town is well-developed, with more people, and there are hydrangeas at the door of 47 Tree Homestay! Great for taking photos～ ➡️Siping Village, 15 minutes drive from Longtan Ancient Town Each of the three villages has its own characteristics, and they are all not large in size, every corner is pretty photogenic! We didn't arrange much time, and reserved a day for Yuanyangxi. Otherwise, it would be enough to visit 2 villages in one day, just wander around leisurely, take deep breaths of oxygen, very healing! day2 Head to Yuanyangxi Scenic Area, a 50-minute drive Buy a combo ticket for the scenic area: ticket + elevator + coffee 99 yuan/person Maybe because of the bad weather, the waterfall coffee was a bit disappointing The waterfall is big, and it's blissful to breathe oxygen in the forest See you next time when the weather is clear～ Fuji and the ancient villages really match well! Took a lot of beautiful photos with good friends, casually snapping pictures How has such a hidden gem not been discovered yet!! Really don't need to leave the province to feel the windy places～ ps The food is all very average, it's recommended to bring your own snacks and instant noodles

A place suitable for quietly daydreaming. Longtan Ancient Village | A place suitable for quietly daydreaming. Located in Pingnan County, Ningde City, set your GPS for Longtan Ancient Town. It's a one-hour drive from Pingnan County, two hours from Fuzhou, and four and a half hours from Xiamen. This place is known as the 'Fujian version of a place with wind' The village is at the foot of a mountain, and after getting off the highway, you need to drive on a mountain road for about ten to twenty minutes to enter the village. The mountain road is easy to drive and not steep, and there is a unified parking lot in the village. It was drizzling on the day I went, with clouds and mist winding around the mountain tops, creating a unique atmosphere. A stream flows down from the mountains, and houses with wooden architecture are built along the stream, giving a sense of Jiangnan landscape. There are art galleries, coffee shops, and research bases here, making it a village with a touch of artistic flair and commercialization. The local customs are simple, and there are self-service unmanned stalls by the stream selling various local products, even including big cabbages, which is quite interesting. For food, there are farm restaurants, snacks, fruit tea, milk tea, and roasted milk coffee. There are many homestays for accommodation, and the prices are not high. But the village is actually quite small, and you can finish walking around it very quickly. If there's no traffic jam, the net driving time from Xiamen is four and a half hours, which is too far. The high-speed train also takes four hours and requires a transfer. I don't think it's worth driving so far from Xiamen, especially since there are so many places you can go within four to five hours. If you are from Ningde, Fuzhou, or nearby areas and it's a one to two-hour drive to stroll around, walk the kids, daydream for half a day, or stay for one night, it's not bad. There are many homestays for accommodation, and the prices are not high. But the village is actually quite small, and you can finish walking around it very quickly. If there's no traffic jam, the net driving time from Xiamen is four and a half hours, which is too far. The high-speed train also takes four hours and requires a transfer. I don't think it's worth driving so far from Xiamen, especially since there are so many places you can go within four to five hours. If you are from Ningde, Fuzhou, or nearby areas and it's a one to two-hour drive to stroll around, walk the kids, daydream for half a day, or stay for one night, it's not bad.

Fujian version of 'Go where the wind blows' Fujian Ningde—Longtan Ancient Town Very suitable for weekend relaxation, enjoy a day of slow life There are very few tourists in the village, suitable for daydreaming

Fujian's version of 'Go where the wind blows' Fujian Ningde—Pingnan—Siping Village, Longtan Ancient Town, Xiadi Village (Pioneer Bookstore) are very suitable for weekend relaxation, enjoying a day of slow living. The villages have few tourists, perfect for daydreaming

|||It's suddenly late in the world. Fujian version of going to a windy place - Ningde Longtan Ancient Town ||| It's getting late, The mountains and rivers are already autumn. Go where the wind blows. The wind blowing in the mountains. Windy days are both near and far away. This underrated ancient town📍Two days and one night per person 400 strategy|||Recommended self-driving 🚗Depart from Fuzhou, Longtan Ancient Town: Very comfortable and suitable for strolling. A more commercial area with the most homestays. There are many shops and exhibition halls where you can check in. · eat! I recommend Xiaoxiang Renjia, there is a cute cat there, the food is delicious, I highly recommend the meat and vegetable noodles 🗣️! · live! I recommend Zhou Zhou's B&B. The landlady is very nice and the environment is also very good. We were also given a room upgrade! ⛔️The sound insulation is not good, you can bring earplugs