Yangjiatang Village

If you come to Lishui, Zhejiang, you will fall asleep in an endless forest oxygen bar. Stay in a forest homestay; it’s not a mountain view room, but directly lying in the jungle. You will wait for a sunset just for you, and also wait for the moonlight to visit your room. The world outside the homestay is very lonely; when you speak, only the sound of frogs responds. The world outside the homestay is very noisy; the stream is singing and never stops. If you want to travel, it is recommended to arrange 3-4 days. On the first day, daze, relax, and enjoy nature at the homestay... On the second day, go to the ancient village of Songyang and see the 'golden touch' of winter sunlight spreading into the village. On the third day, hike the terraces, enter Xiandu, and take a set of ancient costume photos as if in a historical drama. On the last day, don't miss the scenery along the way, travel down the river, and wander in the green wilderness. Maybe you also need a good time to relax and have a conversation with yourself. Bring a bottle of red wine, toast to the past, toast to the moonlight, awaken the longing in your heart, and gently pass the time... These ancient villages are a must-visit. Yangjiatang Village With nearly 400 years of history, surrounded by green mountains, the layered mud-tile houses are built along the mountain. When the sunlight shines into the village, it looks like a 'golden Potala Palace.' At the entrance of the village, there is an ancient camphor tree (a nearly thousand-year-old couple tree), where many couples take photos. The entire village's street layout, gates, mountain walls, ancient wells, and other buildings remain primitive and full of ancient charm, making it memorable. Kenggen Village The village is located within the Baiyin Valley Scenic Area of Yunhe Terraces. The clear mountain streams, babbling brooks, and swaying bamboo sea in Baiyin Valley form a walking path connecting Kenggen Village and Meizhu Village. You can camp at the Qixingdun Observation Deck in Meizhu Village, watching the starry sky and the morning sea of clouds. Yanxia Village Rated as one of the five most beautiful ancient villages in Zhejiang Province by 'China National Geography,' the entire village is surrounded by lush bamboo and mountain forests. The stone walls, stone gates, stone windows, stone bridges, and stone roads are filled with an ancient and primitive atmosphere. Only about twenty households still live here.

Known as the "last secret place in Jiangnan", Yangjiatang Village in Sandu Township, Songyang County, Lishui City. Yangjiatang has its own special charm. 👉Yangjiatang Village is known as the "Golden Potala Palace". It's really beautiful. The couple tree at the entrance of the village is lush and verdant. 🚌🚌Transportation: It is 10 kilometers away from Songyang County, with convenient transportation. Although there are mountain roads, they are not difficult to drive, and there is a parking lot at the entrance of the village. Free parking. There are county buses at the Songyang Passenger Transport Station, for specific departure times, see the public number "Songyang Traffic Travel". 🎫Tickets🎫Free visit, the play time is about 1/2 hour. 💯There are homestays in the village, which will be more expensive during holidays, and they are almost the same at ordinary times. Decide whether to stay according to your own needs. 📝The best photo spot, don't miss it 👉Couple tree at the entrance of the village: Many people online have seen it, the best shooting location for the popular landscape here【Old Farmer Leading the Cow】, you need to make an appointment in advance and pay the farmer's fee (300 yuan), usually photography groups will spend this money, if you are lucky, you can hitch a ride. The old farmer is also good-looking without leading the cow. 👉Viewing platform on the east side of the village: You can overlook the entire Yangjiatang from the side and feel the staggered layout of the village. 👉Tea garden terraces: You can reach a tea garden by following the small road in the village, and feel the rural atmosphere.

Songyang is known as the "last secret of Jiangnan", thanks to the ancient village of Yangjiatang, which perfectly preserves the ancient buildings of the Ming and Qing Dynasties, with horse-head walls standing tall, deep lanes, crisscrossing stone roads, and old walls covered with moss everywhere. Yangjiatang Village is located in Sandu Township, Songyang County, Zhejiang Province. It takes about 8 kilometers to drive on the narrow mountain road from the county town to the village. The ancient village was built in 1665. The first ancestor to move here was Song Xiankun, the eleventh generation descendant of Song Lian. The village faces east and west, and is located in a ring-shaped mountain recess. The mountain ranges on the left and right wings surround it, and a small stream winds around the village from east to west. This is an ancient village with original flavor. About twenty old houses made of mud and tile are built according to the mountain, which are scattered and orderly, forming a typical terraced ancient village. From a distance, the mottled earth wall shows a charming golden color under the sun. There is a big camphor tree at the entrance of the village, which is 500 years old and is called a couple tree with a neighboring tree. The mountain road in the ancient village winds along the slope, the old stone steps, the old walls are covered with moss, the vegetation is lush, the stream is gurgling, the clouds and mist are lingering, the late-returning cattle herders, a strong nostalgia hits the face, as if returning to the simple childhood, now the ancient villages that can be preserved as a whole are few and precious!

Nestled in the mountainous region of southern Zhejiang, Songyang County in Lishui City is home to 75 traditional Chinese villages, collectively forming a model of 'Classical China' at the county level. Among these ancient villages, Yangjiatang stands out with its unique charm, earning the reputation of 'The Hidden Treasure of Jiangnan'. Yangjiatang is located in Sandu Township, Songyang County, Lishui City, Zhejiang Province, just a few miles away from the county town. The village's history dates back to the mid-17th century, with over three hundred years of vicissitudes. During the Shunzhi era of the Qing Dynasty, Song Xiankun became the first settler of Yangjiatang. One theory about the origin of the village name is that there were once three interlacing camphor trees in the village, hence it was initially called 'Camphor Interlace Hall', which was later renamed to Yangjiatang. Situated in a mountain hollow at an altitude of about 850 meters, Yangjiatang is praised as 'The Golden Secret Realm of Jiangnan' due to its advantageous geographical location and distinctive architectural style. The layout of the ancient village is unique, with residential buildings built along the mountainside, layered and scattered in an orderly fashion. The entire village consists of a group of Qing Dynasty mud and wood structures, forming five levels with a total of 30 buildings. These residences are well-preserved, not only showcasing the profound historical and cultural heritage but also reflecting the traditional way of life in ancient villages. In Yangjiatang, every brick and stone carries a rich history and culture. Each stone, archway, and ancient tree in the village seems to tell stories of the past. The buildings in the village are mostly made of stone foundations and earthen walls. Although simple and unadorned, they are well-arranged and preserved. The tranquil ancient village, lush trees, layered residential buildings, and the unique yellow walls and gray tiles together paint a pastoral picture that is refreshing to the soul. Being here, one feels as if they can escape the hustle and bustle and find inner peace. Standing in the village, looking at the green mountains and shaded trees, it is a typical scene of an ancient village in the mountains. Although Yangjiatang is not large, a leisurely stroll without the rush to take photos is enough to immerse oneself and experience its unique charm. It is worth mentioning that the two towering ancient trees at the entrance of the village, known as the 'Husband and Wife Trees', and the unique coffee shop viewing platform have become iconic landscapes here, attracting countless tourists to stop and admire.

Life is about witnessing the last secret realm of Jiangnan at least once, right? But before you go, there are things you need to know‼️ - 👉 Mode of Transportation It is recommended to rent a car or drive yourself after taking the high-speed train! Most of the ancient villages in Songyang are scattered in the mountains, and it often takes 30-40 minutes to drive from one village to another. It's really inconvenient without a car. There's almost no nightlife - The preservation of the ancient villages here is superb, completely different from the temperament of Moganshan and Anji. They usually won't extend their working hours to accommodate your 'city schedule', so if you're looking to experience the nightlife of bars and late-night snacks in the mountains? This might not be the place for you, please switch to the local mountain dwellers' schedule! It's too late for anyone to cook dinner for you. Mountain restaurants close early, remember to eat early, and if it's late, call ahead to confirm, so you don't go hungry. I finished dinner at seven and some owners had already closed (although a certain platform indicated they close at eight). - 🌿 It's suggested to slow down and deeply experience everything here If you are a photography enthusiast, you can go crazy checking in at various ancient villages; but if not, don't rush, taking it slow for a deeper experience is better. - 🐜 Mosquito Prevention As the weather warms up, it's inevitable to encounter mosquitoes in the mountains, and there might even be more in the summer. If you're really scared of these, it's best to bring along some brave friends, or choose a star-rated hotel for a staycation. - 🗺️ What to Play (I played these during my 3 days and 2 nights stay in Pingtian Village) - ✅ Chenjiapu Village: An ancient village on the cliff, Feiwuji B&B Coffee and the Pioneer Bookstore are landmarks (but Feiwuji B&B does not accept non-residents for visits, another cafe is available to go to, the scenery is amazing). - ✅ Yangjiatang Village: 'The last secret realm of Jiangnan', a popular spot for social media check-ins, with a big tree at the village entrance and curling smoke, very photogenic! But once it became famous, it's no longer a secret, and everyone is queuing up to take photos with the big tree. - ✅ Pingtian Village: A village above the clouds, so tranquil it's breathtaking, and the mountain scenery behind the village is full of surprises! Staying here for two nights felt like I had the whole village to myself, super peaceful! A place rarely visited by others. - ✅ Songyang Old Street: A quaint street with many craftsmen and snacks, and the same No. 9 Coffee as Gao Yuanyuan is waiting for you to check in! - 🌟 Food and Drink Recommendations 👉 Xikeng Village Frog Brother Restaurant (Home-style stir-fry, the taste is amazing!) 👉 Wang's Kitchen next to Songyang Old Street (The stream fish is incredibly delicious!) 👉 No. 9 Coffee on Songyang Old Street (The desserts are top-notch, definitely not to be missed!) 👉 Grandpa's Coffee in Pingtian Village (The view on the second floor is picturesque, a great place to enjoy coffee!) - Songyang, waiting for you to explore‼️

Located in Yangjiatang Village, Sandu Township, Songyang County, Lishui, with a history of more than 350 years, this is a cultural ancient village hidden in the embrace of mountains. The ancient trees are lush, making it very suitable for a summer retreat in an ancient village. Admission is free. Culture Yangjiatang represents the village of the culture of farming and studying. It inherits the excellent tradition of working by day and studying by night, being diligent in both physical and mental work, and being rich in thought. Talented individuals have emerged from generation to generation. Architectural Features The village still maintains a very primitive state, with dozens of households' residences still being rammed earth walls and black-tiled flying eaves. The seemingly simple residences are extremely particular about Feng Shui layout and architectural style. The residences with yellow walls and black tiles are distributed in an orderly manner, presenting the grandeur of a palace in the mountain hollows, which is why it is also known as the Potala Palace of the south of the Yangtze River. In terms of layout and color saturation, Yangjiatang has a bit of the charm of ancient palaces. Attractions Ancient camphor tree at the entrance of the village Dining: Farmhouse fun, only simple food and specialties. Accommodation: There is no commercialization in the village, with a total of three guesthouses built against the mountain, all of which are transformed from residential houses. Prices start at 150 yuan. Transportation: Self-driving is recommended, as there is no direct bus service. Cars can only enter up to the entrance of the village. The paths in the village are winding and meandering, and the residential houses are distributed in a terraced manner, with a difference in elevation of several meters. The houses that seem to be in front of you require climbing along narrow stone steps, either ascending or descending, to reach.

Departing from Anhui to Yangjiatang Village, arriving at ten in the morning, a long queue lined up near the uphill road, due to the narrow mountain road and many cars, traffic control was implemented. After waiting for 5 minutes, we decisively gave up and turned around to Songzhuang Village. The mountain road was rugged and the road conditions were poor, dust was flying all the way. Near Songzhuang, more than a hundred meters away, the car was parked on the side, walked into the village for a tour, the scenery was very beautiful, about half an hour surprisingly circled to Yangjiatang Village, continued to park on the side, took a 10 yuan/person bus into the village, the same at the entrance of the village is the popular ancient tree, the village terrain is quite different, walk carefully to avoid spraining your foot, circle back. Overall, the expectations for these two villages were high before, after a trip, I still feel that Yangjiatang is not bad, it's not easy to come once due to the rugged mountain road.

Rated as "the last secret land of Jiangnan" by National Geographic, Songyang is truly a treasure spot, the perfect getaway for the weekend❗️ You must visit at least once😉 Departing from Shanghai 🚄High-speed train: Shanghai South Station to Songyang Station, then it's recommended to hire a car or rent a car 🚗Self-driving: about 5-6 hours There are many ancient villages in Songyang, you can pick a few classic ones to stroll around❤️ 🚩Sandu Township: Yangjiatang Village, Youtian Village, Songzhuang Village... 🚩Sidu Township: Chenjiapu Village, Xikeng Village, Pingtian Village... If time is limited, it's recommended to visit ✅Chenjiapu Village✅Yangjiatang Village✅Songzhuang Village ✅Chenjiapu Village A village above an 800-meter cliff is well worth a visit. It's about a 30min drive from Songyang County, the mountain roads are not easy to drive on, but it's precisely because it's located deep in the mountains, surrounded by peaks, that it's especially secluded🧚‍♀️ 👉Pioneer Bookstore: In addition to the ancient houses, there's also a 'rural bookstore' with a great design. Order a cup of coffee, sit by the window, and quietly read a book📖 to spend an entire afternoon. The alley next to Pioneer Bookstore is very photogenic📸 ❗️ps: On holidays, there are shuttle buses to and from the village, on weekdays you can drive to the entrance of the village ✅Yangjiatang Village Known as the "Golden Little Potala Palace", the ancient village is built according to the mountain terrain, with the mud-yellow houses presenting a golden color under the sunlight☀️, especially photogenic at sunset. The couple trees (two ancient camphor trees🌳) at the entrance of the village are not to be missed, and if you arrive early in the morning, you might see the village in the morning mist. 👉Normally, you can drive directly to the entrance of the village, but on holidays, it's so crowded that you have to take a shuttle bus. However, after 18:00 on May Day, when the staff leave, you can drive up yourself ✅Songzhuang Village The classic ancient bridge, a filming location for National Geographic, is right here. If there are few people, sitting on the ancient bridge is very photogenic📸. The village is also very suitable for relaxing. It takes about 1h to stroll around Songzhuang Village, but the road to the village is not easy to travel ✅Songyang Old Street Known as the "living Along the River During Qingming Festival". The entire old street retains many ancient buildings, with a retro and lively atmosphere, including blacksmith shops, cotton shops, barber shops... Although commercialized, the local flavor is very strong. After strolling through the villages during the day, you can head straight to Songyang Old Street at night～ 🚩tips 1️⃣During holidays, roads will be closed, and you can only take shuttle buses to each village, about 10 yuan/person 2️⃣These ancient villages in Songyang are all in the mountains, and the villages are quite scattered, so it's recommended to self-drive or rent a car for convenience 3️⃣All the villages are free to visit, and parking at the entrance of the village is also free

Rated as 'the last secret land of Jiangnan' by 'National Geographic', Songyang is truly a treasure spot, the perfect getaway for the weekend❗️You must visit at least once😉 Departing from Shanghai 🚄High-speed train: Shanghai South Station to Songyang Station, then it is recommended to hire a car or rent a car 🚗Self-driving: about 5-6 hours There are many ancient villages in Songyang, and you can pick a few classic ones to visit❤️ 🚩Sandu Township: Yangjiatang Village, Youtian Village, Songzhuang Village... 🚩Sidu Township: Chenjiapu Village, Xikeng Village, Pingtian Village... If time is limited, it is recommended to go to ✅Chenjiapu Village✅Yangjiatang Village✅Songzhuang Village ✅Chenjiapu Village A village above an 800-meter cliff is well worth a visit. It's about a 30min drive from Songyang County, the mountain roads are not very good, but because it's located deep in the mountains and surrounded by them, it's particularly secluded🧚‍♀️ 👉Pioneer Bookstore: In addition to the ancient houses, there is also a 'rural bookstore' with a great design. Order a cup of coffee, sit by the window, and quietly read a book📖 to spend an entire afternoon. The alley next to Pioneer Bookstore is very photogenic📸 ❗️ps: On holidays, there are shuttle buses to and from the village, on weekdays you can drive to the entrance of the village ✅Yangjiatang Village Known as the 'Golden Little Potala Palace', the ancient village built along the mountain is very picturesque, and the mud-yellow houses present a golden color under the sunlight☀️, especially during sunset. The 'couple trees' (two ancient camphor trees🌳) at the entrance of the village are not to be missed, and if you arrive early in the morning, you might see the village in the morning mist. 👉Normally, you can drive directly to the entrance of the village, but on holidays, it's so crowded that you have to take a shuttle bus. However, after 18:00 on May Day, when the staff leave, you can drive up yourself ✅Songzhuang Village A filming location for 'National Geographic'—the classic ancient bridge is right here. If there are few people, sitting on the ancient bridge is very photogenic📸. The village is also very suitable for relaxing. It takes about 1h to visit Songzhuang Village, but the road to the village is not easy to travel ✅Songyang Old Street Known as the 'living Along the River During Qingming Festival'. The entire old street has many ancient buildings, retro and lively, with blacksmith shops, cotton shops, barber shops... Although commercialized, it has a strong local atmosphere. After visiting the villages during the day, you can head straight to Songyang Old Street at night～ 🚩tips 1️⃣During holidays, roads will be closed, and you can only take a shuttle bus to each village, about 10 yuan/person 2️⃣These ancient villages in Songyang are all in the mountains, and the villages are quite scattered, so it is recommended to self-drive or rent a car for convenience 3️⃣All the villages are free to visit, and parking at the entrance of the village is also free

Recommended by 'Lonely Planet' and 'National Geographic' as 'the last secret land of Jiangnan'. Yangjiatang, Songzhuang, and Chenjiapu, it takes half an hour from Songyang County to Yangjiatang, with winding mountain roads. From Yangjiatang to Songzhuang, it's about a dozen kilometers and takes more than half an hour due to the steep slopes and sharp turns. It takes an hour to cover the 20-plus kilometers from Songzhuang to Chenjiapu. Yangjiatang Village, known as the 'Golden Mini Potala Palace', is the most famous original village with a large cluster of old yellow buildings built against the mountain. At the entrance of the village, there are two ancient camphor trees known as the 'couple trees'. Songzhuang Village represents the last secret land of Jiangnan, a shooting location for 'Chinese National Geography', a very primitive village with virtually no commercialization, a classic 600-year-old stone arch bridge, and clear streams babbling through the entire village. Villagers wash vegetables by the stream, surrounded by bamboo forests, tranquil and comfortable. Chenjiapu Village, representing the cliffside villages, is surrounded by mountains and backed by steep cliffs, with misty clouds and a vast sea of clouds.

With a history of more than 1800 years, Songyang in Lishui is scattered with large and small ancient villages among the lofty mountains It was rated by "China National Geographic" as "the last secret place in the south of the Yangtze River". This time, three ancient villages were visited in particular: Songzhuang Village, Yangjiatang Village, and Chenjiapu Village Today, the focus is on the century-old village 'Yangjiatang Village' It is also the filming location of the popular drama 'Two People's Small Forest' . Location Yangjiatang Village is located in the deep mountains, public transportation is not very convenient to reach, self-driving is most recommended, you can drive to the parking lot at the entrance of the village, tourist buses can only stop a few hundred meters away from the entrance of the village; Attractions ■The two most famous photo spots in Yangjiatang Village, one is the two camphor trees with a history of more than 500 years, a classic shot that has been on the 'National Geographic' is in the early morning, when the morning light is sprinkled, the old man leads the cow under the camphor tree, if you want to take the same kind of photo, you need to stay in the village overnight and get up early; .Another famous photo spot is the viewing platform to see the whole view of the ancient village, when the dusk light comes, the yellow walls and black tiles become golden, highlighting the rustic and quiet beauty of this century-old ancient village; Yangjiatang Village

Songyang, a treasure town in Lishui, Zhejiang, is home to numerous ancient villages. It has been recommended by 'Lonely Planet' multiple times, and 🌏 rated as the last secret land of Jiangnan by 'China Geographic'! 🛤️Route Recommended: Yangjiatang - Songzhuang - Youtian Village - Xikeng Village - Chenjiapu It's suggested to start early, first visit Yangjiatang to photograph the couple trees when there are fewer people, and if you're lucky, you'll see the morning mist! Arrive at Songzhuang before noon, the classic ancient bridge is not crowded and really photogenic🌆. In the evening, capture the sunset at Chenjiapu. 📍Photo spots 🍁🍁Yangjiatang Village At the entrance of the village, there are two ancient camphor trees, also known as the couple trees, which are the most classic cover photos🖼️! If you can catch the morning mist, it's truly beautiful❤️‍🩹P2-3 📸Near Yangjiatang Primary School, take a photo of the opposite yellow house, which shines golden in the sunlight, commonly known as the 'Golden Potala Palace' P4 📸The viewing platform at the entrance of Nan She Coffee, for a panoramic view of the ancient village opposite P5 Songzhuang Village 🖼️The classic ancient bridge is the filming location for 'National Geographic', it's recommended to sit on the bridge for better photos! P6 📸On the way into the village, you can overlook the village from a high point P7 The B&B of my dreams - Taoye is located at the highest point of Songzhuang, a secret land among bamboo forests, I really want to stay for a night if I have time6 Chenjiapu Village 📸The sea-viewing platform for photos of the entire village of Chenjiapu under the sunset P11 📸The second-floor window of the West Pioneer Bookstore is very photogenic P12, the terrace offers a panoramic view, but it's really crowded on holidays, so be warned🥰 📸Don't miss the alley next to the Pioneer Bookstore, it's very photogenic! 📸Feiniaoji Coffee + B&B, located at the top of the village, overlooks the entire village, and you need to book the B&B in advance 🥙Youtian Village 📸The pine trees at the entrance of the village, the reflection in front of the pond, Wuxin Academy, and the tea mountains are all good for photography, and there are really few people compared to other villages 📍Transport 🚄Direct train from Shanghai or Hangzhou to Songyang, or you can drive or take a 🚌 bus. 🚗The villages in Songyang are relatively scattered, 🚕 it's recommended to drive or hire a car! For sisters who are not good at mountain driving, it's better to hire a car, the mountain roads in Songzhuang are really narrow! This time I chose a hired car, and met a very reliable driver + guide who can tell you a lot of photo spots, I can recommend to sisters who need it ❌If you're tired of the hustle and bustle of the city, why not come to Songyang, to the ancient villages to experience this paradise on earth🌸...