Bishan Village, rated by 'National Geographic' as the most artistic ancient village

🔍Have you ever appreciated the beauty of Hongcun and Xidi? This time, why not follow the footsteps of 'National Geographic' and explore Bishan Village, which is only a few kilometers away from them and known as 'China's most artistic ancient village'. Here, you can find the Bishan Bookstore, which has won the title of 'China's Most Beautiful Rural Bookstore', as well as a hidden cluster of ancient Huizhou-style buildings amidst the pastoral scenery. No entrance fee is required, and there's no strong commercial atmosphere, fully revealing the simple and authentic charm of the ancient village. 📍Transportation Tips: Take a taxi directly from Huangshan North Railway Station after arriving by high-speed train, or drive from Hangzhou for about 3 hours to reach Bishan Village in Anhui. ✨Highlights of Bishan: 1.【Bishan Bookstore】 A century-old ancestral hall turned into the most beautiful rural bookstore, with a viewing platform on the second floor that offers a panoramic view of the village. 2.【Cattle Pen Coffee Bar】 A coffee shop next to the bookstore, transformed from a real cattle pen, filled with urbanites' longing for a poetic life. 3.【Yunmen Pagoda】 A landmark building of Bishan, with Qing Dynasty heritage, inheriting the Song-style pagoda design, its hexagonal structure is eye-catching. 4.【Pigsty Bar & Inn】 A former salt merchant's residence turned into a modern inn, retaining the charm of Huizhou architecture, and experiencing a blend of traditional and modern lifestyles. 5.【Bishan Supply and Marketing Cooperative】 A museum that integrates traditional crafts with contemporary art, featuring craft exhibitions, pottery workshops, and exciting opera performances. 6.【Special Photography Exhibition】 Bishan Village regularly hosts various themed photography exhibitions, attracting many art enthusiasts to make a pilgrimage. 7.【Village Entrance Grocery Store】 A must-visit grocery store at the entrance of the village, don't forget to try the delicious red bean wine ice powder. 🍲Food Recommendations: Delve into the ancient village and taste authentic Hui cuisine, such as stinky mandarin fish, pigsty braised pork, accompanied by freshly picked farm vegetables, and the delicious grouper fish from the creek, enjoying the pure rural flavor. 🏡Accommodation Guide: There are several homestays in Bishan Village to choose from, with the Pigsty Country Bar & Inn highly recommended. Its spacious outdoor public area is perfect for leisurely tea-drinking, and it also offers private riverside enjoyment. In summer, you can play in the clear streams, with complete facilities for a comfortable and pleasant stay. Ride a bicycle through the fields around Bishan, feeling the slow pace of life. Nearby, there are ancient Huizhou-style villages such as Pingshan, Nanping, and Guanlu waiting for your exploration, which are relatively quieter and suitable for in-depth travel.