Hongcun Village

🚫🚫Hongcun Pitfall Guide🚫🚫 ❗️Go in the off-season!! During the peak season, there are too many tour groups, and the streets of Hongcun are narrow, making it difficult to move around, which is not worth the 104 yuan ticket. ❗️Go on rainy days!! Don't go in winter and on sunny days!! The beauty of Hongcun lies in the fusion of Hui-style architecture and ink painting landscapes. Only after the rain can you see the misty clouds enveloping the village. On sunny days, Hongcun is no different from an ordinary village. In winter, the leaves fall, and everything looks desolate, the scenery is not even as good as on a sunny summer day. ❗️If you have enough budget and time, try to stay overnight? Nanhu Lake is beautiful to photograph in the early morning and evening, and Yuezhao is charming to see at night ❗️Explore deeper into the village The southern part of the village is the entrance to the scenic area, where some well-known spots are located, so it is very crowded. The northern part of the village has many century-old houses, which are very well preserved and worth seeing! Many old houses have been turned into guesthouses. ✅✅Recommended Check-in Spots✅✅ ☑️Tachuan: Tachuan's autumn scenery is known as 'the most beautiful autumn in Jiangnan', with the red leaves of Chinese tallow trees in autumn reflecting the horse-head walls of Hui-style architecture, which is extremely beautiful. The photo spot is on the outer road around the village, marked as 'Huangshan Top 100 Photography Spots' ☑️Lucun: The morning mist, smoke from cooking fires, white walls with black tiles, and red maple of Chinese tallow trees here condense the autumn of Jiangnan into a painting. The photo spot can be directly navigated to 'Lucun Viewing Platform' ☑️Hongcun: A typical representative of ink-washed Huizhou. If you want to see the autumn colors, you don't need to enter the Hongcun scenic area. The vast fields outside the village are the most beautiful landscape.

When it comes to Hui-style architecture, many people might think of Hongcun Village. Hongcun is surrounded by mountains on three sides, and through clever use of its geographical location and spatial layout, a village of Hui-style architecture has been built here. The houses in the village are well-arranged, and the interior and exterior decorations have distinctive local cultural characteristics. With curiosity about Hui-style architecture, I came here by reputation. Shortly after entering the scenic area, I saw many students sketching by the river, with rows of Hui-style houses reflected on the river surface. From time to time, a breeze blew, causing ripples on the river, creating a rhythmic and very comfortable scene. Along the river, across the arch bridge, following the crowd, I entered the ancient charm of Hongcun. The blue brick and black tile horse head walls are characteristics of Hui-style architecture. The houses are often decorated with red lanterns, and the connected houses outline the streets. The streets crisscross along the water flow, forming the overall outline of Hongcun. Walking in the streets, it's like opening a scroll of time. Chengzhitang was once home to wealthy merchants, the sound of reading echoed in Nanhu Academy, and various folk art pieces were treasured in Shuren Hall. These marks of time allow every visitor to understand the history of Hongcun. Unconsciously, I arrived at the central area of Hongcun - Moon Marsh. Moon Marsh is a crescent-shaped pond, reflecting the surrounding buildings. In Moon Marsh, quietly waiting for the moon to rise, watching the lights come on, enjoying the tranquility and beauty of this moment. With the arrival of nightfall, my journey in Hongcun also came to an end. If you, like me, want to see Hui-style architecture, why not take a walk in Hongcun~ 📍Location: Hongcun Scenic Area, Hongcun Town, Yi County, Huangshan City, Anhui Province 💰Ticket: 94 yuan/person ⏰Opening hours: all day ⏳Tour duration: about half a day to a day 【Recommendations】 🌟The temperature difference is large in the morning and evening, it is recommended to prepare warm clothes 🌟Food and accommodation are provided in the scenic area, you can choose as needed 🌟The scenic area is large and the walking distance is long, it is recommended to wear comfortable shoes 🌟Taking photos at Moon Marsh is very photogenic, but there are many people, pay attention to safety when taking photos, and take care of your belongings

If you long to escape the hustle and bustle of the city and find a place where tranquility and history blend, then Hongcun is definitely your first choice. It is known as the 'village in the painting', where every brick and tile exudes the profound cultural heritage of Huizhou. 🚘 There are a variety of transportation options for getting there, whether it's the freedom of driving yourself or the convenience of high-speed rail, both can easily bring you here. If you take a plane to Huangshan, don't forget to enjoy a half-price ticket discount with your boarding pass! 🎫 There are a variety of ticket discounts, remember to check third-party software in advance, or confirm whether accommodation includes tickets, which can save you a lot on your trip. 🗺 The tour routes are carefully planned, from Nanhu to Yuezhao, from Jingde Hall to Chengzhi Hall, each spot is carefully selected, making every step you take full of surprises. 🌟 Of course, there are recommended check-in spots, such as visiting a teahouse, wandering around Nanhu Academy, visiting Chengzhi Hall, and the not-to-be-missed 'Aju of Hongcun' live stage drama, all of which are excellent ways to deeply understand the culture of Hongcun. 📷 For photography enthusiasts, Nanhu and Yuezhao are must-visit shooting spots, whether it's the ink painting atmosphere on a rainy day or the semi-circular shape of the lake, both can fill your camera's memory card to the brim. 🍜 The local specialty foods are also a highlight of the trip, with stinky tofu, baked buns, and rice wine, each bite is an ultimate temptation for your taste buds. 🏨 Accommodation choices are also key, whether it's the convenience and economy outside the scenic area or the tranquility and atmosphere inside the scenic area, both can make your travel experience more perfect. 📓 Nearby attractions such as Chengkan and Bishan Bookstore also make your trip more colorful.

Visiting Huangshan in Anhui, Hongcun is also a must-see, although it has been completely commercialized, it does not affect its beauty. Before entering the village, you will pass by a lake, where in summer, water lilies and lotuses are scattered across the lake. Viewing Hongcun from the opposite side of the lake, with its white walls and black tiles reflected on the water surface, it resembles an oil painting. In fact, this place is also a gathering spot for many art students to sketch. Only after crossing the bridge do you officially enter the village. There's no need to plan your route; just slow down and appreciate every brick and tile. The core area of the village is near the central lake, which is a must-visit spot for taking beautiful photos. Remember to take some pictures. It is recommended to spend at least half a day here, as it is a place to be enjoyed slowly. Students sketching can be seen everywhere in the village, and in my eyes, they are also part of the scenery.

Anhui Hongcun is one of the most influential ancient villages in our country, not only with a long history and stories but also with beautiful scenery, hence it is known as the 'village in the national painting'! It is very comfortable to hike in Hongcun in the early summer. During the tour, you can enjoy the scenery of national painting level, which can heal all negative energy physically and mentally. The mountain and wild gentleman shares the practical play strategy of Hongcun with you all, hoping it will be useful to everyone! 1. Ticket information: The ticket for Hongcun scenic area is 104 yuan, 94 yuan for online booking. Recently, the scenic area is having a promotion, free admission on every Wednesday until the end of June 2024 for students nationwide, just need to book in advance. 2. Transportation information: There is a tourist direct bus from Huangshan High-speed Railway North Station to the west gate parking lot of Hongcun, 30 yuan per person, and the journey takes about 80 minutes. There is also a tourist direct bus to Hongcun from Yixian East Station of the high-speed railway, but it is not as convenient as Huangshan North Station. 3. Accommodation information: There are many homestays and hotels inside and outside the Hongcun scenic area to choose from. It is recommended to stay in homestays run by locals because most homestays can provide catering services, where you can eat authentic Hui cuisine, and the consumption price is reasonable. On non-holidays, the average price of homestays is about 160 yuan, and the average meal consumption is about 70 yuan per person. 4. Recommended nearby scenic spots: There are many scenic spots near Hongcun scenic area that can be visited together, such as Lucun Wood Carving Building, Tachuan Village, Mukeng Bamboo Sea, Qishu Lake Scenic Area, and about 10 kilometers away there is Xidi, and 30 kilometers away there are Huangshan Scenic Area, Taiping Lake, and Huangshan Scenic Area. Anyway, the area around Hongcun treasures the most beautiful scenic spots in Jiangsu, Anhui, and Zhejiang, and it is very worth a deep visit. 5. Recommended visiting time: The Hongcun scenic area is not big, but there are many healing sceneries, it is recommended to play in Hongcun for 1 whole day, if it is a deep visit plus surrounding tours, you can arrange 3-5 days.

"You say 'spring is not late', and I have arrived at the true Jiangnan" - only after arriving at Hongcun in Huangshan did I understand what the true beauty of Jiangnan is. I really wish I could visit every year... Sisters who want to go, hurry up 🐎 and stay, here's the guide I've summarized after several visits!! ✔️ Recommended spots ▪️Nanhu Academy (Experience the style of ancient Huizhou-style academies) ▪️Yuezhao (The center of the ancient village, where you can take incredibly beautiful mirror-like pictures!!) ▪️Chengzhitang (The residence of a large salt merchant from the late Qing Dynasty, grand and imposing, you can appreciate the unique Huizhou architecture at a glance) ✔️ Food recommendations ▪️Stinky mandarin fish (As one of the eight major cuisines in China, Huizhou cuisine, you must try the most famous stinky mandarin fish when you're here; it smells stinky but tastes delicious, oily and savory, you'll fall in love with it after one bite!) ▪️Hairy tofu (A local delicacy, a delight on the tip of the tongue) ▪️There are also many other local specialties: chestnut-braised chicken, bamboo shoot braised pork, Huangshan's unique dishes, stone ear scrambled eggs... each dish is worth trying ✔️ Accommodation recommendations It's recommended to stay in a guesthouse in Hongcun, you can look it up online in advance and call to ask about the location, Hongcun at night has a different flavor, and watching the night view from the guesthouse is also a pleasure~

🌟 Hey, buddies, I've discovered a super mysterious treasure land, right in Hongcun, Anhui! This place is simply an ancient and quaint paradise, making you travel back to ancient times in a second! 🏞️ Hongcun is nestled in the mountains and by the water, with green tiles and white walls, it's simply picturesque. The scenery here is so beautiful that people linger and forget to return, and there are also many funny elements waiting for you to discover! For example, the legendary 'smiling tile', every time it rains and water accumulates, it will laugh even more happily! 📸 The night view of Hongcun is even more stunning, as if the whole village is covered with a mysterious veil. If you love photography, this is definitely your paradise! 🍜 Of course, as a foodie, I must mention the special delicacies of Hongcun. The stinky tofu, hairy tofu, sweet and sour ribs... oh my, it's simply mouth-watering! 🚆 Transportation is also very convenient! From Huangshan, it only takes half an hour by high-speed train to reach Hongcun. And Hongcun also has various characteristic homestays, making your stay comfortable and cozy! 😄 In short, Hongcun is really a great place that makes you laugh out loud and have fun! Next time I'm going to bring my best girlfriends to check in here, you guys should join us quickly too!

| Golden Months from October to December. Green bricks and lacquered tiles, white horse treads on fresh mud, eaves shed raindrops, cooking smoke rises... "The sky is blue waiting for the misty rain, and I am waiting for you", the elegant village is shrouded in misty rain and clear pools. In Huangshan | Ancient Town Tour ||| Travel for 4 days Arrive at Hongcun before noon. From Huangshan North Station, you can ask the homestay owner to help arrange a carpool to Hongcun in advance, or you can take a bus to Hongcun by yourself~ (For the bus, look at the sign above the exit of Huangshan North Station, turn right and keep going, you will reach the bus. Pay attention to the time of the bus entering the village. You can follow the public account of Hongcun. The fare from Huangshan North Station to Hongcun is 30 yuan) One day tour of Hongcun: Stay at the Yishan Half Moon Homestay. The owner of the homestay is very nice~ The view from the homestay is great👍🏻 Hongcun is not big, there is a street that is commercialized~ It takes about 3 hours to stroll around Hongcun~ Many people think that Hongcun is too commercialized and not recommended~ But I think Hongcun has its own advantages~ The commercialization of Hongcun gives me the courage to travel alone~ It's a bit scary to stay in an undeveloped village if you travel alone~~ Note: Be sure to prepare your photographer or selfie stick~~~ It's really beautiful, it's a pity not to take pictures

| Painting the same ink-washed Hongcun. In Huangshan City, Anhui Province, there is an ancient village with a long history, named Hongcun. Hongcun is located within the territory of Hongcun Town, Yi County, Huangshan City, Anhui Province, and is a brilliant pearl among the ancient villages in southern Anhui. The day after coming down from Mount Huang, I went to Hongcun. Upon entering Hongcun, the first thing that catches the eye is the calm and mirror-like South Lake. The lake is wide and the ripples reflect the blue sky, white clouds, and surrounding ancient buildings, resembling a natural ink painting. In the winter, Hongcun is quiet and deserted, without the hustle and bustle of people coming and going, which highlights the ancient tranquility and simplicity even more. This ancient village was founded during the Shaoxing period of the Southern Song Dynasty. For hundreds of years, it has carried the vicissitudes of history, witnessing countless stories and changes. Now, the cured meat hung by the villagers, the cats in the corners, the lanterns under the eaves, and the guesthouses one by one, all tell the tales of everyday life, forming a poem that praises life

🌈 Finally, after waiting for the summer rain, my heart can no longer contain the longing for Hongcun. Imagine strolling through the ancient village enveloped in fog with you, feeling the tranquility and romance that is cut off from the world. 📝 Travel Tips: 🌸 For pleasure-seekers, a two-day trip is recommended to leisurely appreciate every brick and tile of Hongcun. 💪 For the adventurous, an extreme two-day challenge awaits you, covering Hongcun, Xidi, Xixi Nan, and Huangshan in one go! 🗺️ A standard sightseeing route has been planned for you, from the entrance of the scenic area to the ancient red and white trees, every step is a view. 🤔 Is Hongcun fun? Listen to my opinionated review: ✅ Staying for 3-7 days, you will gain not only the photo ops from 'Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon' but also the relaxation akin to a small bridge over flowing water. ❌ A one-day trip? Extremely low cost-performance ratio! Indistinguishable from other scenic spots with the crowd's photo ops. 🔥 How to play in Hongcun? 'First-time visitors' are advised to stay for at least two days and one night, staying in a B&B by the South Lake, feeling the mood of the ancient hermits. 'Second-time visitors' can explore the surroundings, and camping is also a good choice! 🌸 Best seasons? Spring and summer are the best! The misty rain and lush greenery add to the charm of the south of the Yangtze River. 📷 Photo spot recommendation: South Lake! The lake surface like a mirror, Hui-style architecture, the perfect combination of mountains and clouds, and the filming location of 'Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon' await your check-in! 🍽️ Food recommendations: Stinky mandarin fish, iron plate edamame tofu, braised beef brisket with radish, clear stewed free-range chicken, don't miss the famous Huizhou dishes! 💖 Join me on this romantic journey to Hongcun, waiting for you to explore! Come and triple tap to record this beauty with me! ❤️

The unique charm of Anhui can only be deeply felt by those who have truly been there. Without exaggeration, Anhui is one of the few places that I want to visit again after going once, it really has a strong appeal. Leaving Anhui feels like a breakup😭, I'm already looking forward to the next meeting. - ⛰️"Climb Huangshan, there are no mountains in the world, and the view is enough." In a so-called off-season of Huangshan tourism, without Lotus Peak, without Tiandu Peak, without West Sea Grand Canyon, I climbed Huangshan for the first time and finally understood why everyone says "After returning from the Five Mountains, don't look at the mountains, after returning from Huangshan, don't look at the mountains." The beauty of Huangshan is the vigorous pines growing in the stone cracks, the endless mountains and seas when looking far away, the ink and wash real scenes of people traveling in the painting, the lifelike monkey watching the sea, the strange peaks and rocks under the magic axe and god work. When people come to Huangshan, they know what a strange mountain is and what a pine is. - 📍"Green water and green tiles·Ink Hongcun" Green bricks and grey tiles horse head wall, Huizhou's ink painting town, Hongcun deserves its name. Hongcun backs the mountain and faces the water, a never-drying spring, two rivers encircling the left and right, lying in the shape of a cow under the mountain. Hongcun has a history of about 900 years and still well preserves hundreds of ancient residential groups with pink walls and green tiles. Walking in the old streets and alleys to appreciate the profound cultural heritage of Huizhou. Walk on the stone bridge where Li Mubai led the horse in South Lake, feel the beautiful scenery like ink painting; watch the red lanterns hanging in the ancient houses and the hanging corridors and flower windows in Moon Marsh, experience the tranquility of ancient Huizhou. - 📍"Ink Jiangnan·Huizhou Lucun" I saw the most beautiful sunrise in my life in Lucun. The morning mist has not yet dissipated, the cooking smoke is rising, and Lucun, like an ink painting, wakes up leisurely in the crisp crowing of chickens, showing the Eastern aesthetics to the fullest. The Zhicheng Hall in Lucun is known as the "First Floor of Huizhou Woodcarving", and the ingenious woodcarving skills, every detail can make people praise. Lucun does not have a strong commercial atmosphere, but retains a more original ancient village form. - 📍"Pillow Mountain and Surrounding Water·Xidi Ancient Village" People say "Hongcun sees the scenery, Xidi sees the architecture", Xidi Village is boat-shaped, all streets and alleys are paved with Yixian green stone, rows of houses, like the cabins of a big boat; the archway and big tree at the head of the village are like masts and sails; nearby farmland and lake fields surround the village, like a big boat moored in the harbor. There are more than 300 existing Ming and Qing residences, these ancient residences are unique in style, beautiful in shape, a model of Huizhou architecture, and enjoy the reputation of "China's Ming and Qing Residential Museum". - 📍"Sketching Holy Land·Pingshan Village" Pingshan Village is much rougher than Hongcun. Most of the people who come here are sketching students. There are many small shops in the village dedicated to sketching, KTV, snack shops, etc., and there are also dedicated sketching bases. The first impression of Pingshan Village is simplicity and tranquility, not commercialized development, ancient villages plus more life-like sketching services, I really want to live here for a long time. - ＊Recently, Yixian County has launched a high-speed rail tour activity, including all scenic spots in Yixian County such as Hongcun, Xidi, etc., all free of admission, and you can also use the ticket to offset the accommodation on the same day. The next note will share a detailed two-day tour strategy, if you are interested, please follow it, your attention is my motivation to update

🌸 First encounter: Stepping into Hongcun is like entering a world within a painting, experiencing the beauty of an ink-painting landscape Stepping into Hongcun is like walking into an ink painting. The bluestone paths, white walls, and black tiles of the residences are fresh and simple, giving a peaceful and serene feeling. 🌳 Wander in the countryside: Stroll through the quiet countryside, feeling the gifts of nature Walking through the fields of Hongcun, one feels the gifts of nature. The green trees provide shade, and the rice fields are like mirrors, creating a peaceful and vibrant scene that soothes the soul and forgets worldly troubles. 🏞️ Explore the ancient village: Explore the ancient village of Hongcun and appreciate the charm of rural culture Exploring the ancient village of Hongcun, one appreciates the charm of rural culture. Centuries-old trees and traditional residences, each place is filled with the vicissitudes of history and stories, immersing visitors in the flow of time. 🎨 Artistic experience: Admire the ink paintings of Hongcun and feel the charm of art Admiring the ink paintings of Hongcun, one feels the charm of art. The village's galleries and art museums display various beautiful ink paintings, immersing visitors in the ocean of art. 🍃 Rural cuisine: Taste the authentic rural cuisine and enjoy a simple journey of taste buds Tasting the authentic rural cuisine of Hongcun, one enjoys a simple journey of taste buds. The farmhouse dishes and rural snacks have authentic flavors that are memorable, as if tasting the flavor of home. 🌿 Nature roaming: Hike to explore the surrounding natural landscapes and feel the wonders of nature Hiking to explore the natural landscapes around Hongcun, one feels the wonders of nature. Canyons, streams, and forests, each place shows the unique beauty of nature, inspiring awe. 🛍️ Specialty shopping: Purchase handicrafts from the countryside and bring back wonderful souvenirs Visiting the specialty handicraft shops of Hongcun, one selects exquisite souvenirs. Bamboo weaving and wood carving crafts are unique rural souvenirs, leaving beautiful memories. 🌅 Sunset beauty: Enjoy the beauty of the setting sun and enjoy a peaceful night Standing on the high ground of Hongcun, one admires the beauty of the setting sun. The sunset reflected on the water creates a beautiful scene, refreshing the mind and feeling the magical charm of nature. 🌌 Starry night: Look up at the stars and enjoy a peaceful starry night As night falls, one looks up at the starry sky. Far from the hustle and bustle of the city, immersed in the tranquility under the stars, one feels the mystery and wonder of nature. Hongcun, with its ink-painting-like rural scenery, awaits your exploration! 🌟