Huizhou Ancient City

"The lake is as vast as Dongting, and the river flows into Xin'an clear" - poets always sing praises to the clarity of Xin'an River. From Mount Qi Yun to Yanzhou Ancient City, this mother river of Huizhou has nurtured too many sceneries worth talking about. As spring is in full bloom, let's start with the famous 'Landscape Gallery'. 📍Introduction to Xin'an River: Originating from Xiuning, Anhui, it flows through a fertile waterway of over 300 kilometers from Huangshan in Anhui to Jiande in Zhejiang. The so-called 'Landscape Gallery' usually refers to the nearly 100-kilometer-long riverside area from Nanyuankou Township (Shexian) to Qiandao Lake (Xin'an River Reservoir). Hiking Route: There are many ways to hike along the river, and the 10-kilometer trek from Nanyuankou to Xiongcun is one of the classics, generally "Nanyuankou Village - Xiaomeikou - Pukou Village (take a ferry across the river) - Zhucun - Yicheng Village - Xiongcun". 🚶🏻‍♂️Starting Point - Nanyuankou Village in Shexian: Next to it is the 'Nanyuankou Bridge' across the river, then follow the north bank trail heading southwest. Golden rapeseed flowers are embedded along the riverbank, and ancient camphor trees standing for centuries watch over the white Hui-style villages. The riverside trail will extend all the way to Pukou Village. 🚶🏻‍♂️Taking a Ferry at Pukou Village: As shown in picture 10, it takes about ten minutes to reach Zhucun on the opposite bank, and continue southwest along 'Zhucun Road'. Warm Tips: Yuliang Dam and Huizhou Ancient City: If you do not take a ferry at the dock, you can head north along the 006 county road, with the destination being Huizhou Ancient City and the county town of Shexian. 🚶🏻‍♂️You will pass through the beautiful Yicheng Village, where an ancient camphor tree by the roadside is a highlight. Its tree hole acts like a lens, reflecting the dense spring atmosphere under the canopy. Then you will ascend the 'Xiongcun Bridge' across Xin'an River. 🚶🏻‍♂️Xiongcun: After crossing the Xiongcun Bridge, you will reach the 'Xiongcun Scenic Area' in Shexian. It is said that at the end of the Yuan Dynasty, the Cao family moved here, and the clan got its name from the 'Cao Quan Stele' which reads 'branches spread and leaves flourish, wherever they are, they are prominent'. Having grown a bit 'aesthetically tired' of the rapeseed flowers, you can take a closer look at this culturally rich ancient village. The 'Zhushan Academy' in the village is worth a visit. 🌈'The Same River': Xin'an River and Qiantang River are actually different sections of the same river. Xin'an River meets Lanjiang at Wulong Mountain (Yanzhou Ancient City) in Jiande and enters Tonglu Fuyang, known as 'Fuchun River', and then flows to Xiaoshan, where it is called Qiantang River.

Located in Shexian County, the ancient city of Huizhou was founded during the Qin Dynasty. Since the Tang Dynasty, it has been the administrative center of Huizhou prefecture, state, and county. Therefore, the county and prefecture governments were both located within the same city, creating a unique style of a city within a city. The ancient city of Huizhou is one of the four well-preserved ancient cities in China and the birthplace of 'Huizhou Studies,' one of the three major local schools of thought in China, known as 'the Zou and Lu of the southeast, the state of ceremonies and rites.' It is an ancient village formed by the continuous proliferation of dozens of generations of the Hu family. About 7 kilometers from the county town, it is also known as Xixi or Xichuan, named after the three streams in the village that flow from east to west. Later, because there was a western ancient post road of Huizhou Prefecture at the three Huali places in the village, with a 'post station' set up, it was renamed Xidi. Xidi was founded in the seventh year of the Qingli era of the Northern Song Dynasty (1047 AD). It is known as the connection point between ancient and modern Chinese history, the museum of ancient residential buildings from the Ming and Qing Dynasties, the home of the Peach Blossom Spring, and the art treasure house of ancient residential architecture. The name implies broad and prosperous development. In the first year of the Shaoxing era of the Southern Song Dynasty, the founder of Hongcun, Wang Yanji, suffered from a fire disaster. He moved his family from Qishu Village in Yi County along the creek and built a house with thirteen rooms in the area of Leigang Mountain, marking the beginning of Hongcun. The several hundred residential buildings from the Ming and Qing periods in Hongcun are typical Huizhou-style architecture, known as the 'museum of ancient residential architecture.' Hongcun is a 'village in the shape of a cow.' The ancient people of Hongcun planned and built a cow-shaped village with water channels, Yuezhao, and Nanhu as the main water system. From a high vantage point, the entire village looks like a green ox lying beside the mountain stream.

After a lifetime of infatuation, there are no dreams to Huizhou. The Huizhou-style architecture in the misty rain of the south of the Yangtze River, The ancient and modern poetic coexistence of mountains and rivers. Are you sure you don't want to visit this small town in the south of the Yangtze River with its spring warmth and bright scenery❓ In the springtime of the south of the Yangtze River, there are light boats and slow paddles, and the bright moon above. There is also the glitz of the marketplace, the worldly fireworks. Huizhou is a refined and enduring aspect of the south of the Yangtze River, Almost impossible to replicate this traditional concept of a cultural region. From the landscape to the humanities, from history to local customs, from accumulation to development, The uniqueness of Huizhou is inevitable. People are willing to arrange their lives according to the solar terms, eating only when it's the right time, not just anytime. It is a respect for the taste buds, as well as a result of affluence. Not hurried, not slow, it is a certainty, and even more so, a confidence. Whether built against the mountains or living by the water, The important thing is the continuation of a family And the inheritance of culture. Settlements are the origin of the ancient villages in the south of the Yangtze River. In spring, Huizhou with its whitewashed walls and black tiles, Is a joint victory of architecture and environmental aesthetics. So, aren't you coming yet? 📸About shooting: Shexian Shitan is the keyword for Huizhou this season, set the navigation to 'Xia Tai Village Viewing Platform', the mountain roads are winding and narrow, please drive safely. After the rain, there may be a sea of clouds, and the mountain village has food and lodging, with good reception capacity. If you want to eat seasonal Huizhou cuisine, after shooting Shitan, you can go down the mountain to Beian Village, which is very close, navigate to 'Sunset Red Farmhouse'. This season in Huizhou, you must visit the Xin'an River landscape corridor. Navigate to 'Shexian Nanyuankou' and follow the river all the way to Shendu Town, with endless spring scenery along the way. The flower-selling fishing village is out of season, no need to go, the focus is on the rapeseed flowers on both sides of the river and the old Huizhou houses, which can be captured in large scenes with a drone. Yixian Pingshan, Guanlu, Shiting, Bishan; Shexian Zhanqi, Xucun, Dazhouyuan, Poshan; Huizhou District Lingshan... Remember these village names, enter them into the navigation, and take your time to stroll and look closely

A place of utter devotion in life, where dreams reach Huizhou Anhui possesses the gentleness of the south of the Yangtze River And carries the profoundness and sediment of history Always giving people a sense of beauty that transcends time and space The majesty of Mount Huangshan, the tranquility of the ancient city One cannot help but marvel at the inherent beauty of Eastern culture It truly embodies the spirit and lasting charm of nature's creations over thousands of years Of course, a trip to Anhui is far more than just Mount Huangshan and Hongcun These places really should be on your must-visit list 🚗 Transportation: Take the high-speed train to Huangshan North Station, then take a taxi or drive yourself 🉑 🦢 Chengkan 🎫 107 💰 ⏰ 07:30-17:30 'To tour Chengkan is to have no obstacles in life,' walk in the ink painting of Chengkan with a pure wish, the beauty of Chinese style is fully displayed in the Hui-style architecture with grey walls and white tiles, the lotus pond with reflections like a painting, where big white geese frolic, and the beauty under the sunset glow is intoxicating～ 🌿 Xixi South 🎫 🆓 A tranquil green fairyland, where green trees hang low over the riverside wooden walkway, the river water is crystal clear and fresh, as if the green forest is whispering in the enchanting breeze, everything in sight is full of greenery, walking among it, even breathing feels refreshing～ 🏮 Huizhou Ancient City 🎫 🆓 A Chinese ancient city that National Geographic will never lie to you about, hidden in the mountains is the silence and depth, the sunset glow in the misty mountains is like a myriad of rosy clouds, some landscapes are truly a must-visit in this lifetime ✅ Travel tips 1️⃣ In summer, Chengkan is full of lotus flowers, but there are many mosquitoes, remember to bring mosquito repellent patches and floral water 2️⃣ How can you miss Huizhou cuisine! Stinky mandarin fish, hairy tofu, and dried bamboo shoot braised pork are all must-tries! 3️⃣ The weather is gradually getting hot, remember to do a good job of sun protection, and be sure to hydrate timely during your trip!

Huizhou Ancient City, located in Shexian County, Huangshan City, Anhui Province, was founded during the Qin Dynasty. Since the Tang Dynasty, it has always been the administrative center of Huizhou prefecture, state, and county. The 'one prefecture and six counties' of ancient Huizhou refers to the six counties under the jurisdiction of Huizhou Prefecture: Shexian, Yixian, Wuyuan County, Xiuning County, Qimen County, and Jixi County. For nearly nine hundred years of history, Huizhou Ancient City has been the political, economic, and cultural center of these six counties. Huizhou Ancient City is one of the four well-preserved ancient historical and cultural cities of China (the other three are Langzhong Ancient City, Pingyao Ancient City, and Lijiang Ancient City), located in Huicheng Town, Shexian County, Huangshan City, Anhui Province, also known as Shexian Ancient City. In ancient times, it was called Xin'an Prefecture and Huizhou Prefecture. Since the establishment of the county by Emperor Qin Shi Huang in 221 BC, it has been the site of prefectures, states, and counties during the Tang and Song dynasties. The unique architectural style of 'city within a city' was formed geographically because the county and the prefectural government were located in the same place. There are many historical relics from the thousand-year history of Huizhou Prefecture, and many architectural structures and streets from the Ming and Qing dynasties are still preserved to this day. Huizhou Ancient City is also the birthplace of one of the three major local schools of thought in China, 'Huizhou Studies,' the birthplace of the national essence, Peking Opera, and the famous Huizhou merchants. It has long been known as 'the land of etiquette in the southeast, the Zou and Lu of the East.' During the Ming and Qing dynasties, Huizhou merchants dominated the Chinese business world for over 500 years and were known for their Confucian merchant reputation. Since the mid-Ming Dynasty, the prosperity of the commodity economy in the Jiangnan region attracted more and more Huizhou merchants to various towns for business development, and Hangzhou naturally became a business stronghold for Huizhou merchants. Among them, Hu Xueyan was one of the most famous Huizhou merchants...

🎇Rated by 'National Geographic' as the most beautiful ancient city in China, I regret not coming here sooner‼️|| 🙌I really love Anhui, especially the southern part of it, where there are many stunning ancient villages. 😜This time in Shexian County, I found this small city to be amazing! Especially the 'Huizhou Ancient City' in Shexian's Huicheng Town, which is a low-key free 5A tourist spot! 👀Huizhou Ancient City is one of the four well-preserved ancient cities in China, having withstood a thousand years of history, it is also the birthplace of 'Huizhou Studies'. With the Spring Festival approaching, don't miss this place when you visit Shexian County. 🚶‍♂️'Must-Visit Spots' 1️⃣Doushan Street Full of Ming and Qing dynasties' charm, walking on the stone steps, you can feel the unique atmosphere of the ancient city. 2️⃣Xu Guo Stone Archway Also known as the Scholar Archway, located at the entrance of the ancient city, it is a Ming dynasty stone archway worth seeing. 3️⃣Huizhou Prefecture Yamen A key cultural relics protection unit, a must-visit for history buffs. 4️⃣Yuliang Dam If you have time, go for a stroll, it has more than 1000 years of history, not far from the ancient city. This is the most famous ancient water conservancy project in Huizhou, known as 'the Dujiangyan of the South of the Yangtze River'. The riverside Hui-style architecture with white walls and black tiles, reflecting each other in the water, is extremely beautiful! 📍Attraction Address: Shexian County, Huangshan City, Anhui Province 🚗Transportation to the Attraction: It is recommended to drive or take a taxi 👍️Must-Visit Attractions: Doushan Street, Xu Guo Stone Archway, Huizhou Prefecture Yamen, Yuliang Dam 🎟️Ticket Information: Free 💗Other tips: It may be crowded during the Spring Festival, pay attention to safety; respect local culture and customs 😣Personal Experience: Huizhou Ancient City made me feel the accumulation of history and the charm of culture, regretting not coming earlier! The architecture, streets, and customs here made me linger and forget to return. Next time, I want to bring my family to experience the charm of this ancient city.

Shexian ancient city, the core area and birthplace of ancient Huizhou, is now renamed to Huangshan City. However, the center of ancient Huizhou was in Shexian. In ancient times, Huizhou was equivalent to a prefecture-level city, governing six counties. Today, one of the six counties, Wuyuan, has been incorporated into Shangrao in Jiangxi, and Jixi has been assigned to Xuancheng, leaving Shexian as a county under Huangshan City. Nevertheless, Shexian still retains a large number of ancient relics and traditional culture. There are many ancient villages with Huizhou-style architecture, and the county town itself has many ancient houses. The county town, where the ancient city is located, has a beautiful environment with the Xin'an River flowing through it, and the surrounding mountains are clearly visible, with the charm of ancient Huizhou still emanating here. Huizhou ancient city, except for being a bit crowded during holidays, is quite perfect.

🏨 Huizhou Ancient City ❤Recommended Reason: Tang Xianzu's phrase 'In the ultimate place of infatuation, one dreams not of Huizhou' has left many yearning for this place, the essence of the old city is hidden in its alleys! 🌟Highlights: Doushan Street, Xinnan Street, Zhongshan Alley, Cross Street... To understand these ancient streets is to understand the charm of the old city. The white walls and black tiles on a rainy day have a unique charm. It's more like a pedestrian street for locals, filled with practical shops such as grain and oil sundries, food, and clothing, bringing the lively atmosphere of the old county town. 🗓Itinerary: Huizhou History Museum—Nanqiao Tower—Huizhou Government Office—Ancient City Wall—Xu Guo Stone Archway—Hui Garden—Doushan Street—Yuliang Ancient Town (Yuliang Street, Yuliang Dam) 1. Huizhou History Museum On the right side of the entrance to the ancient city, there is a two-story museum that introduces the history of Huizhou in detail. Visiting the museum before touring the ancient city will give you a better sense of immersion. 2. Huizhou Government Office The Huizhou Government Office, built at the end of the Yuan Dynasty and the beginning of the Ming Dynasty, during the reign of Emperor Wuyi Ning. 3. Xu Guo Stone Archway Also known as the Scholar Archway, erected during the Wanli era of the Ming Dynasty, it is the only eight-legged archway in China and is known as the 'Arc de Triomphe of the East'. 4. Hui Garden To the north of the stone archway, there are Renhe Building, Ancient Opera Stage, Yudai Bridge, etc., with ancient charm, making it a great spot for Hanfu photography. 5. Doushan Street If you are interested in Huizhou-style architecture, don't miss this place. A 300-meter-long ancient street with a thousand years of history, it has Huizhou-style Wang's residence, Yang's courtyard, ancient private school Xu's hall, Pan's courtyard, etc., which were the gathering places of ancient Huizhou merchants, comparable to a Huizhou architecture museum. 6. Zhongshan Alley This alley is the highest in Huizhou Ancient City, and climbing the steps will take you straight to the top of the mountain. Despite its small size, it is full of large mansions. 7. Yuliang Street With a history of more than 1200 years, it is known as the 'source of Huizhou merchants'. Yuliang Ancient Street is nestled against the mountain and by the water, with the entire street paved with uniform cobblestones and shops on both sides. Ancient ancestral halls, ancient residences, and ancient temples can be seen along the street. 🍽Dining Recommendations: When it comes to Huizhou cuisine, you must try the stinky mandarin fish and hairy tofu featured in 'A Bite of China'. In addition, stone mo, Huangshan baked buns are also very good!

College students, come and listen to my four-day and five-night Huizhou guide! This itinerary needs to go to Hongcun, Chengkan, Wunvzhou and Huangling, the whole journey is only 2 kilometers! 1⃣️ First is Hongcun (student ticket 50+), here is like an ink painting, very suitable for sketching! The tourist route can go to Nanhu, Huaqiao, Jingdetang, Wangshi Zongci, Zhuangyuanfu, Yueze and Shurentang first. These places are all beautiful, and you might meet an old man selling pancakes, his pancakes are super delicious! 🚎 Transportation: Huangshan North-Hongcun bus 25/person 🏠 Accommodation: Gushu Guxiang Homestay (the sister is super gentle! And a very cute big dog 🥢 Eating: Jubafang (90+) 2⃣️ Next is Chengkan (student ticket 50+), the scenery here is very beautiful, but the transportation is a bit inconvenient, you need to take a bus from Hongcun to Huangshan North, and then take a taxi to Chengkan. But in Chengkan, you can stay at Yongxing Lake Homestay and taste authentic Anhui home cooking. 🚎 Transportation: Hongcun-(bus 25/person) Huangshan North-(taxi 40r) Chengkan 🏠 Accommodation: Yongxing Lake Homestay 3️⃣ Next is Wunvzhou (night tour student ticket 40/person), the night view here is very beautiful, you can feel the artistic conception of a boat full of clear dreams pressing the star river. If you stay here, you can choose the Wuyou Homestay near Wunvzhou, and then go to Wuyuan Restaurant to enjoy the Jiangxi specialty steamed meat. 🏠 Accommodation: Wuyou Homestay next to Wunvzhou 🥢 Food: Wuyuan Restaurant 4️⃣ Finally, Huangling (student ticket includes round-trip cable car 100+/person), there are many beautiful autumn colors here, you can take many beautiful photos. If you check in here, you can go to the mirror of the drying workshop, the map wall, the Wuguitang, and the Huaxi Water Street. 🚐 Transportation: taxi 30r/person, you can ask the homestay owner for help 🧳 Luggage can be stored in the visitor center 📪 Some stamping points are very hidden, there is a kind of joy in finding hidden points and solving puzzles 🌸 Hidden "Fu" seal (free 🚶🏻‍♂️ Check-in: the mirror of the drying workshop, the map wall, Wuguitang, Huaxi Water Street This is my share of the four-day and five-night Huizhou guide, I hope it can bring you some inspiration and ideas. Remember to take more photos and record the beautiful travel time! ✨

Spring is here! 🌸🌼 The flowers are all blooming, what are you waiting for? Come to Jiangxi Wuyuan to see the flowers, this place is the TOP1 for spring flower viewing! 😍 The flower season in Wuyuan is expected to start from mid-March and last beautifully until mid-April. Imagine, the golden sea of rapeseed flowers 🌾 surrounding the white-walled and black-tiled Huizhou architecture 🏠, it's just like a vivid traditional Chinese painting! 🎨 Moreover, besides flower viewing, this route allows you to reach Mount Huang and the ancient city of Huizhou within 1.5 hours! 🏞 In Mount Huang, you can climb to the summit ⛰, see the oddly-shaped rocks 🪨 and the spectacular sea of clouds ☁. In the ancient city of Huizhou, you can experience the ancient Huizhou culture 📜, and even make your own Huizhou ink! 🖌 Don't forget, Hongcun is also waiting for you! 🚲 You can ride a bicycle through the sea of flowers, enjoy afternoon tea in the garden ☕, and there's a private back garden for you to fully appreciate the beauty of the flower sea! 🌺 In short, this spring, don't just stay at home! Come to Jiangxi Wuyuan, Mount Huang, the ancient city of Huizhou, and Hongcun to experience the beauty and vitality of spring! 💃🕺 Remember to bring your camera 📷 and a good mood, and make the most beautiful memories! 💖

🌧 On the eve of May Day, the continuous rainy weather forecasted did not extinguish my yearning for Southern Anhui, but instead made me look forward more to the picturesque scenery. 🚗 We embarked on our journey to Southern Anhui, and as the wheels rolled, the hustle and bustle of the city were gradually left behind. The green mountains and waters along the way seemed like nature's palette, vibrant with colors. 🏠 In Lu Village, we were attracted by the quaint architecture. The black tiles and green bricks, appearing and disappearing in the mist, felt like being in an ink painting. The tranquility of Nanping, the prosperity of Xidi, every step was on the traces of history. 🌄 The grandeur of Yuliang Dam, the beauty of the Xin'an River landscape gallery, each place left us in awe. The seclusion of Shitan, the mystery of the Yangchan earthen buildings, every step was filled with the joy of exploration. 🌈 The winding twists and turns of the Wan-Zhe No.1 Highway allowed us to appreciate the masterful craftsmanship of nature. The tranquility of Weiping Town, the magnificence of the Tianyu Mountain viewing platform at Qiandao Lake, each place made us linger and forget to return. 👣 The hiking trip in Shilingjiao Village truly let us feel the charm of nature. Every step was on the fragrance of the soil, every glance saw a different beautiful scene. 🌿 This trip, we not only appreciated the beauty of Southern Anhui but also felt its tranquility and harmony. Here, time seemed to stand still, leaving only the breath of nature.

It was called 'the number one village in the south of the Yangtze River' by Zhu Xi, a philosopher of the Song dynasty, and this place is Chengkan. Chengkan inherits the culture of overcoming obstacles without any obstacles throughout one's life, which is called 'Guo Kan' culture. Compared to the commercial atmosphere and the crowds of tourists in Hongcun, this place has almost preserved the most original appearance of an ancient village. Walking deep into the alleys of the ancient village, you can still see dilapidated houses, but more than that, there is a strong sense of life in the old village. The entire village is laid out according to the Bagua, and Yongxing Lake is like a traditional Chinese ink painting of the south of the Yangtze River, with a few white geese adding some rhythm as they glide across the water. Walking on the stone paths in the village and observing carefully, you will find that the white ash walls are like splashed with ink by a master painter, outlining patterns resembling a tortoise shell that are filled with a sense of history. On the side of the street, the houses are surrounded by water channels on three sides, with villagers occasionally coming out to wash clothes, and a small patch of green vegetables grows wildly in the vegetable garden, quiet and simple yet not lacking the most ordinary human touch. If you also want to experience the lifestyle of Huizhou, then Chengkan is definitely a good choice.