Huangyao Ancient Town

Huangyao Ancient Town, this small town with an area of 3.6 square kilometers, is famous for its unique architectural style and rich historical culture. The architectural complex here is composed of Longpan Street, Zhongxing Street, and the commercial district, forming a self-defensive system cleverly connected by towers, bridges, gatehouses, and high walls, creating a labyrinth-like ancient town with winding paths and secluded alleys. In Huangyao Ancient Town, where there is a river, there must be a bridge; where there is a bridge, there must be pavilions and towers, and these pavilions and towers are always adorned with couplets. These couplets are not only decorations but also a cultural heritage. They praise the natural scenery and cultural landscapes of Huangyao in poetic form, such as the couplet from Xingning Temple, 'A hidden paradise conceals the world; no place is more beautiful than the fairy mountains,' which is high praise for Huangyao Ancient Town from a Qing Dynasty scholar. Every building in Huangyao Ancient Town has its own story, and every couplet plaque has its philosophy. These couplets not only display the daily life of the people but also reflect the development of Huangyao's profound history and the concept of harmonious coexistence between humans and nature. Huangyao Ancient Town is known as 'China's couplet culture ancient town,' where the couplet culture is very rich. From the Kangxi to Guangxu periods of the Qing Dynasty, Huangyao produced 11 scholars, reflecting the importance Huangyao people place on education and the prevalence of the culture of reading. Stepping into Huangyao Ancient Town is like entering a vivid ink painting. With bluestone paths, mottled ancient walls, and long old alleys, every step feels the weight of history. Streams babble, light smoke curls up, and everything seems so peaceful, as if time slows down here. 🏠In Huangyao Ancient Town, you can not only enjoy the beautiful scenery but also taste the local specialties. Tofu stuffing, Huangyao rice noodles, and other delicacies, each bite is full of rich hometown flavor, leaving a lasting impression. And for tourists who like 📸photography, Huangyao Ancient Town has many great places to take pictures. Riyue Dragon Bridge, Watchtower, Guo's Courtyard, and other places are excellent choices for photo check-ins. These places are not only beautiful but also full of historical charm, making them the perfect backdrop for beautiful memories.

📍Hezhou, a quiet ancient town of a thousand years. 🌊Huangyao Ancient Town, hidden between green mountains and rivers, without excessive commercialization, it seems like a paradise. 🏞Dongtan Ridge, if you don't go to Dongtan Ridge, you are not a guest of Huangyao. Here you can overlook the entire karst landform of Huangyao, which is as beautiful as a fairyland. 🚣Shihua Yaojiang Scenic Area, with bamboo raft drifting as the main feature, you can take a bamboo raft and enjoy the beautiful scenery that is like a masterpiece. 🗻Gupo Mountain, a famous natural oxygen bar in South China, with a forest coverage rate of up to 93%. 🌾Zhongshan Ten Mile Gallery, a typical landscape of rural scenery, where villagers work hard at the foot of the green mountains. 🛶There is also a lotus pond surrounded by mountains in this landscape, and boating on it is like traveling into the ink painting of the ancients~ Come to Hezhou to feel the beautiful scenery here! 💖🌄🛶

Guangxi is not only home to Guilin, but also this forgotten ancient town. Hezhou📍Huangyao Ancient Town~~ · Before going, I also read many posts advising caution, saying that the ancient town is quite small and overly commercialized; but fortunately, it's quite close. It's just a two-hour high-speed train ride from Guangzhou to Hezhou, so I still wanted to go and see for myself. Hezhou, like Guilin, features karst topography with its majestic peaks, among which Huangyao Ancient Town is nestled; it has a completely different charm compared to the ancient towns in the south of the Yangtze River with their small bridges and flowing water. - 🚄【Transportation & Accommodation】 You can take a high-speed train directly to 'Hezhou Station'. After getting off, there are buses to Huangyao Ancient Town, but I recommend carpooling as it's about 40 minutes by expressway and much faster than the bus. · For accommodation, you can stay within the scenic area, which is convenient for sightseeing; you can ask the owner to help you buy tickets, as locals can get them at a cheaper price. - 🍜【About Food】 Douchi (fermented black beans) is a specialty of Huangyao Ancient Town. Locals combine it with various ingredients, such as douchi spare ribs, douchi rice noodles, and if you like, you can also buy some Huangyao douchi to take home; there are also local delicacies like nine-layer cake, scallion rolls, and grey water glutinous rice cakes to try. When traveling, I, with my 'glass stomach', also like sour and spicy flavors😅 I always carry stomach medicine💊. This gastro-intestinal pill is a staple for me, a small pill that crumbles easily, dissolving completely in 9 minutes, containing wood creosote which can quickly stop diarrhea~ I heard that every Teochew family has a bottle🤨 - ✅【Must-Visit Spots】 Dailong Bridge: Built during the Wanli era of the Ming Dynasty, it is a landmark of the ancient town's scenery, and the movie 'The Painted Veil' was once filmed here. Dragon Claw Banyan: A very distinctive large banyan tree, resembling a huge dragon claw, located at the entrance of the scenic area, right next to Yao River, and particularly eye-catching. Stone Skipping Bridge: Consists of 31 stone piers arranged in a row, with the spacing between the piers set according to the walking pace of people, facilitating pedestrian access without affecting flood discharge. - Overall, Huangyao Ancient Town is quite nice, and two days and one night are enough without needing to stay too long. Here you can find both the gentleness and beauty of the ancient towns in the south of the Yangtze River, as well as its own unique ruggedness and simplicity. If you also want to experience a different kind of ancient town charm, why not come and take a look~~ ------------------- 🎨For those who like it, save the code! -

Huang Yao is located in Hezhou, Guangxi province. It is one of the best preserved ancient towns in all of China with a history of over 1000 years. The town is immaculate, with numerous narrow cobbled streets opening up onto squares, ponds, lakes or gardens. The town runs either side of a small river, which has a clear and central prominence in the life of the locals. The town is full of coffee shops, restaurants, boutique restaurants and craft shops. The perfect place for a weekend away!#history #ancienttowns #guangxi #freehotelstay #falltrip

🌟Section One. Transportation How to get to Huangyao Ancient Town✅ 1️⃣Tourist Shuttle Bus🚌 After exiting Hezhou Station👉follow the signs to the bus waiting area Get on the bus marked "Huangyao" directly 🎫Fare: 30💰/person ⏰Duration: About 2 hours 2️⃣Taxi🚗 If there are many people, you can share a taxi AA ⏰Duration: 1 hour via expressway 🌟Section Two. Attractions 1️⃣📍Huangyao Gate *There are many entrances to Huangyao Ancient Town Navigate to 📍Huangyao Ancient Town (North Gate 3) with "Huangyao" in the name 2️⃣📍Dailong Bridge A must-photograph spot when visiting Huangyao Ancient Town! 3️⃣📍South Snake Exit Next to Dailong Bridge, the waterwheel and stone bridge are especially beautiful 4️⃣📍Immortal's Ancient Well The residents of the town use the well water from this well to wash clothes👕 5️⃣📍Dragon Claw Banyan Named for its branches that resemble dragon claws🌳 6️⃣📍Yi Kong Zhi Gu A gatehouse🚪 7️⃣📍Carp Jumping Over Dragon Gate An absolutely beautiful photography angle🔥 The mountains, village, and stream blend together superbly🥰 8️⃣📍Li Min Bridge Located at the entrance of Huangyao Ancient Town (North Gate 4) There is a small waterfall here that's quite nice～ 9️⃣📍Sanxing Building Located at the entrance of Huangyao Ancient Town (North Gate 2) 🔟📍Xin'an Gate "I miss you so much in Huangyao"👉Mountains, bridges, villages, flowing water 🌟Section Three. Food🍲 1️⃣📌Yang Jinji Gold Award Dou Chi Fen Highly recommended by many🔥The beef brisket with fermented soybean powder is delicious Be careful not to search for the wrong store name～I initially navigated to Yang Jinji Fermented Soybean Workshop, the noodle shop is next to 📍Huangyao Ancient Town (North Gate 1) 2️⃣📌Guangxi Sour Stuff This store is inside the ancient town, full name 📍Sweet and Sour Shop & Guangxi Sour Stuff, the sour fruits for 16💰 per pound are also very tasty, but they don't open too early～ 3️⃣📌Beef Intestine Sour ✅You must try Hezhou's beef intestine sour at least once!! I ate at a shop outside the ancient town, the name is 📍Authentic Liuzhou Snail Noodle Soup (Huangyao First Branch), 1️⃣ yuan per skewer of beef intestine sour is super affordable 4️⃣📌Fei Lao Noodle Shop Before leaving, I had a bowl of beef brisket noodles and a 2💰 soy milk 🌟Section Four. Other Notes📝 1️⃣📌Tickets 【Adult Ticket】👉88💰 【Concession Ticket】👉44💰 =>❇️ ❶Online Purchase｜❷On-site Purchase 2️⃣📌Free Admission🔥 Monday to Thursday👉After 18:00✅ Friday to Sunday👉After 22:00✅(Same for holidays) 🔥Also free before 7:30 every morning 3️⃣📌Accommodation 🉑Choose to stay outside❶ the ancient town or inside❷ the ancient town ✅I stayed at Yangcheng Inn🏠Off-season weekday rate 57💰

Staying in a quaint guesthouse converted from an old house while visiting Huangyao Ancient Town, the courtyard is lush and the ancient charm remains, creating a tranquil and comfortable resting space. In the afternoon, stroll through the stone slab lanes of the ancient town to explore the traces of history, passing by the ancient well of the immortals. This well cleverly connects to the river channel, with the water flowing gently. On the steps around the ancient well, the locals continue their traditional washing methods, presenting a simple and rustic life scene, reflecting the unique design wisdom of the ancient town coexisting with nature. As night falls, the lights are first lit by the lake in the ancient town, and crowds gather to enjoy a visual feast. The dazzling iron flower performance is as brilliant as fireworks, and the thrilling acrobatics of walking on a tightrope and riding on a wire are even more breathtaking, highlighting the liveliness and vitality of the ancient town. Walking through the streets and alleys of the ancient town, many well-preserved Ming and Qing courtyards and ancestral halls tell the story of the years. Shops are lined up, and the local specialties, preserved plums and tangerines, are very popular. We couldn't help but buy some to taste. Despite the constant stream of tourists, the ancient town still maintains its simplicity and quaintness. Huangyao Ancient Town

Huangyao Ancient Town.. Huangyao Ancient Town travel guide is as follows: 1. Ancient Stone Street: Huangyao Ancient Town has 8 stone streets, including Jinde Street, Yingxiu Street, Tianran Street, Zhongxing Street, Anle Street, Lianli Street, Longpan Street, and Shanbang Street. Among them, the stone street of Yingxiu Street is the widest, about 5 meters; the narrowest part is the sheep alley mouth of Jinde Street, less than two meters. 2. Dailong Bridge: Dailong Bridge was built during the Wanli period of the Ming Dynasty. It is the largest of the 15 ancient bridges in Huangyao and is also a landmark of the ancient town's scenery. On the right bank of the bridge is the Jianlong Temple, and there are many strange rocks beside the bridge, including stones shaped like turtles, camels, and giant snakes. 3. Immortal's Ancient Well: The spring water of the Immortal's Ancient Well gushes all year round, no matter how dry or flooded, it always remains unchanged. It is said that water taken from the spring on the morning of the seventh day of the seventh lunar month can be preserved for three years without spoiling, and drinking it prevents all kinds of diseases. 4. Dragon Claw Banyan: The Dragon Claw Banyan gets its name because its aerial roots resemble dragon claws and is over 500 years old. The ancient tree grows out of the rocks, tightly embracing the stones, and its roots cannot fully extend, hence it is also called 'Rock Banyan'. 5. Guo's Mansion: Guo's Mansion is a typical flat courtyard-style building in Huangyao Ancient Town, built during the Qianlong period of the Qing Dynasty, covering an area of about 20 acres. It has four gate towers including Jielong Gate and Taiping Gate, with a pond and garden in front of the gates, and high stone walls surrounding it, with nearly a hundred rooms.

The less crowded water play area in Hezhou, Longlin Dam, is a great choice for weekends. I guess I have toured half of Guangxi this weekend, and the last stop is Hezhou. This is Yang Village, Zhaoping County, Hezhou City. You can find it by searching for this location, it's near the auditorium in Yang Village! There are few people, the water is clear, parking is convenient and there are restrooms! This is really a fairy water play area! It's close to Huangyao Ancient Town, you can visit Huangyao Ancient Town first and then come here, it won't be so sunny in the evening! The golden rice in the fields by the dam is ripe and it's so photogenic! By the way! Hezhou is really a treasure city! I love it so much!

Huangyao Ancient Town is conveniently located not far from the highway. It feels like most ancient towns in China suffer from severe homogenization; even those with their own unique features gradually lose their distinctiveness and become buried for commercial interests. Huangyao is no exception. Entrance to Huangyao Ancient Town scenic area requires a ticket, priced at 88 yuan per person. If you stay at a guesthouse within the scenic area, you can get a discounted ticket through the establishment for 60 yuan per person. It seems that there are only guesthouses within the scenic area; at least, we couldn't find any chain hotels. The streets and alleys of the ancient town are lined with specialty shops, travel photography studios, and some eateries and bars.

Are you sure you don't want to visit? Transportation: Take the high-speed train directly to 'Hezhou Station'. There are buses to Huangyao Ancient Town from there, but it is recommended to share a ride for about 40 minutes via expressway, as the bus can be very slow. As a thousand-year-old village, Huangyao Ancient Town was also the setting for the movie 'The Painted Veil'. The entire village is surrounded by beautiful landscapes, ancient trees, green bricks, and black tiles. The winding alleys and the healing sunlight casting through the towering trees onto the bluestone paths create a relaxing and pristine atmosphere. Huangyao Ancient Town is an intoxicating ancient village. Its unique charm is not only reflected in the historical buildings but also in the atmosphere of the streets and the natural scenery. Every time I set foot in the ancient town, I can feel the passage of time and the accumulation of history. Every plant and tile here tells the story of the wisdom and perseverance of the ancients, making us cherish and pass on the excellent culture of the Chinese nation even more. Recommended photo spots: 1. Dailong Bridge 2. Shitiao Bridge 3. Longzhao Banyan 4. Xingning Temple 5. Xianren Ancient Well 6. Sima Residence 7. Watchtower Overall, Huangyao Ancient Town is quite nice, possessing both the gentleness and beauty of southern ancient towns and its own unique ruggedness and simplicity. If you also want to experience a different kind of ancient town charm, why not come and take a look

After the first sentence, there is a line break. East has Zhouzhuang, west has Fenghuang, north has Pingyao, and south has Huangyao. Different ancient towns have different flavors, and the ancient towns in the south have a kind of watery beauty that belongs to the south. The thousand-year-old Huangyao Ancient Town also exudes its unique charm. 🚄It takes two hours by high-speed train from Guangzhou to Hezhou, then transfer to the Huangyao special line bus to reach the ancient town directly, or you can choose to take a taxi. 🏨Book a homestay inside the scenic area in advance, and let the owner help you buy tickets for the scenic area, which will be a bit cheaper~ 🍲Douchi is a specialty of Huangyao Ancient Town, and you must try the dishes made with douchi in the town~ Small recommended scenic spots: Dailong Bridge, Shitiao Bridge, Xianren Ancient Well, Stone Slab Street Scenic spots around the ancient town: Gupo Mountain, Hezhou Confucian Temple 'Little Forbidden City', Linghe Old City

Two hours by high-speed rail from Guangzhou on weekends, go to Guangxi to 'go to the place with wind'. The gentleness of early autumn is really suitable for a spontaneous trip. On the weekend at Guangzhou South Station, take a high-speed train to Guangxi to 'go to the place with wind' for a quiet and comfortable rural trip! The destination is Huangyao Ancient Town, a simple small town hidden in the scenery of Hezhou, Guangxi. Here, the morning sun shines on every inch of the ancient town, and the streets are quiet and peaceful. Beside the Dragon Bridge, children are playing by the stream, under the banyan tree, the locals set up breakfast stalls with a strong aroma, waiting for the new day's tourists. This is the fireworks of the ancient town, so real and vivid. If you are a new friend of Huangyao, then please accept my travel guide, it will help you not miss any highlights. In terms of transportation, depart from Guangzhou South or other high-speed rail stations, take the high-speed rail to Hezhou Station, and then take a carpool or appointment to Huangyao Ancient Town. The ticket price is 88 yuan/person, valid for three days, and you need to carry the ticket when entering and exiting the ancient town. The staff of the ancient town will check the ticket. There are many boutique inns in the ancient town for you to choose from, with prices ranging from tens to hundreds of yuan, there is always one suitable for you. Recommended travel route: Dragon Bridge - Stone Jump Bridge - Dragon Claw - Yi Kong Zhi Gu - Anle Street - Jinde Street - Yingxiu Street - Guo Family Courtyard - Xianren Ancient Well - Xingning Temple - Shangrong - Carp Street. In these places, you can not only appreciate the scenery of the ancient town, but also take many beautiful photos. In Huangyao Ancient Town, you must try to take a boat tour of the ancient town, half an hour back and forth, only 20 yuan per person. The feeling of being in a paradise will definitely make you linger. In addition, Hezhou has many other places worth visiting, such as Gupo Mountain and Dongtan Ridge, it is recommended to drive by yourself. In general, Huangyao Ancient Town is a very suitable place for early autumn outings. Here, you can stay away from the hustle and bustle of the city and feel the tranquility and peace of the ancient town. I hope this guide can help you spend an unforgettable weekend in Huangyao Ancient Town!