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Xingfu Hotel

9.3/10105 Reviews

Guest User: The service of the boss lady was really great. When she saw me, a little girl, going upstairs, she kindly helped me carry a big box. She was very friendly and helpful. The room was also very clean and comfortable, the bed was very comfortable, and the hot water was very strong and fast. There are many shops and restaurants to choose from around, and the transportation is very convenient, which is very convenient for travelers and brought me a pleasant accommodation experience. I like their hair dryer very much. It dries my hair quickly and makes me happy!

No. 1003, Building A9, Shanshui Mingmen Phase 3, Provincial Highway 326

From THB 362

GreenTree Inn (Huangshan Qimen Museum)

9.2/10687 Reviews

Zhuzhusuo: The room is spacious, clean and tidy. I was worried about the room facing the main street, but it was not noisy at all and the sound insulation was very good. The items are complete, the location is convenient and easy to find, and parking is very convenient.

No. 4 Changlin Road

From THB 809

Elong Health & Wellness Community (Huangshan Qimen South Railway Station Branch)

9.6/10185 Reviews

Guest User: This stay exceeded my expectations; the hotel's location is superb. The lobby is clean and spacious, the rooms are roomy, and the floors and bathrooms are spotless. The pillows and mattresses are just the right firmness, ensuring a peaceful night's sleep. The front desk staff are friendly and patient, responding quickly to any needs. The toiletries are of good quality, and the breakfast selection is plentiful and fresh. Overall, it's outstanding for its price range, suitable for both business and leisure travel. I've already recommended it to friends!

No. 77 Guniujiang Avenue, Qishan Town

From THB 1,769

Yimen Yudelou Hotel

9.1/10299 Reviews

Guest User: The surrounding environment is very quiet, and the study room is well-equipped

Xuefu Road (100 meters north of County Party Committee Party School)

From THB 824

Anmen Liyuan Boutique Hotel

8/1064 Reviews

Guest User: Parking is very convenient, downstairs is the business district, all kinds of stores are very complete, Facilities: It is still very complete, Hygienic: Not bad, but there is no network cable interface, the network cable interface does not respond, the paper towels are slightly less, but the price is still very affordable

No. 1001-1010, Zone D, Yelin Villa, Guojing Road

From THB 422

Keemun Tea And Garden Lake&Mountain View Residue

9.3/1056 Reviews

Guest User: We had a very amazing stay, and the hosts where very nice and hospitable. They brought us to the mountain, where we picked tea leaves, and treated us to tea and snacks. Is was very amazing and beautiful. The hotel is very nice and clean, and the lake is amazing to swim and play in. Would definitely come back!

Yanshang Village Group, Jinshan Village

From THB 1,503

Anmen Huali Hotel

8.8/1012 Reviews

Guest User: 性價比超高！非常滿意的經濟型酒店體驗這次入住真的超出預期！酒店位置便利，靠近馬路，出行很方便。雖然價格親民，但房間乾淨整潔，床品舒適，空調和熱水都很給力，基本需求完全滿足。前台服務態度很好，響應迅速，Wi-Fi信號強，辦公娛樂都沒問題。衞生間雖小但乾濕分離，洗漱用品齊全。周邊有不少小吃店和便利店，生活便利。這個價位能住到這樣的房間真的很划算，適合預算有限但又不想將就的旅客。下次出差或旅行還會選擇這裏，強烈推薦！

No. 155, Qishan Flower Garden

From THB 342

City Convenient Hotel (Huangshan Qimen South Station Branch)

9.5/10110 Reviews

Guest User: Great atmosphere, perfect for business trips. The front desk staff were very polite and provided excellent service.

About 50 meters southeast of Qimen County People's Hospital, Guniujiang Avenue, Qishan Town

From THB 774

Qihong International Hotel

8.7/10142 Reviews

Guest User: During the summer vacation, all popular attractions in Anhui were overcrowded. I chose Qimen County to have fewer tourists and more leisure. Although the hotel has a sense of age, the hotel's service is good, and the surrounding dining is also very convenient. Qimen black tea is one of the world's three high-fragrant teas. It is the British royal family's favorite drink. It is also the economic pillar of Qimen County, with many tea shops and tea factories all along the way, in addition to the beautiful natural scenery, this is also a great beauty.

West Side of the Transportation Bureau, Guojing Highway

From THB 955

Qimen Qianxi Banquet Hotel

9.5/10491 Reviews

Guest User: One of the best hotels I've stayed at in Qimen County, Southern Anhui. The room is exceptionally large, complete with a bathtub and a separate wet/dry bathroom. It's quiet and comfortable, and the breakfast is amazingly delicious 😋. The parking lot is huge and even has EV charging stations.

Building 1-1, Traditional Chinese Medicine Cultural Expo Park, Xincheng District

From THB 844

Must-try food in Qimen

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华莱士·全鸡汉堡(祁门中心南路店)

3.7/53 ReviewsTHB 67

中心南路16号

老电影院饺店(祁门店)

4/56 ReviewsTHB 81

祁山镇朝阳公馆小区1幢1005室(中国农业银行旁)

华莱士·全鸡汉堡(祁门水云居店)

4.1/57 ReviewsTHB 71

祁红大道水云居5幢5104、5204号门面

Hualaishi (qimen)

Zhongshan North Road next to Qishan Town Police Station

正新鸡排·炸鸡汉堡(龙泉店)

3.7/57 ReviewsTHB 52

中心南路中心广场华媛超市对面

路先生川卤现捞(祁门店)

4.1/58 Reviews

新兴路兴美楼5号

爱上那碗面(中心北路店)

3.5/56 Reviews

中心北路3号

祁琪砂锅麻辣烫(黄山祁门县)

3.4/55 ReviewsTHB 71

黄山市祁门县新兴中路思迈游泳馆对面

余头饭店(金字牌市场监督管理所西)

3.3/56 Reviews

人民政府东侧100米

Xiaozuibaozaidian (huangshanfen)

4/52 Reviews

Opposite the South Stadium of Qishan Town Center

优滋贝尔(时尚店)

中心南路朝阳花园105号

青苹果坊(祁门店)

3.7/510 ReviewsTHB 67

中心南路2号

超港·蛋糕面包(天润发店)

3.7/53 ReviewsTHB 139

祁红文化中心1幢1002室+天润发旁

Chaogangshipin (qimen)

4.5/525 ReviewsTHB 67

6 South Central Road

正新鸡排·炸鸡汉堡(龙泉店)

3.7/57 ReviewsTHB 52

中心南路中心广场华媛超市对面

路先生川卤现捞(祁门店)

4.1/58 Reviews

新兴路兴美楼5号

Lihebozaocandian

4.2/55 ReviewsTHB 47

123 Xinxing Middle Road

徽味烧饼

3.4/55 Reviews

新兴路(江南假日宾馆对面)

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Anhui short trips, 2 hours away! 4 niche, uncrowded hidden gems

No need to travel far this weekend! Reach these spots in 2 hours from Hefei/Nanjing. They're uncrowded, beautiful, affordable, and have a slow pace—perfect for relaxing, family trips, or just clearing your head. Avoid the crowded tourist traps✅ 🌿Xuancheng · Jingxian | Ink-wash Jiangnan secret spot 📍Location: Jingxian, Xuancheng, Anhui ✨Highlights A niche gem in southern Anhui! Full of ink-wash painting vibes, quiet ancient villages, clear streams, and very little commercialization. The pace is relaxed, perfect for a healing, slow-paced trip. Beautiful in all seasons. 📸Must-visit spots ▪️Chaji Ancient Village: The top village for sketching in China, packed with Ming and Qing dynasty architecture, three streams running through, primitive and authentic ▪️Taohua Tan (Peach Blossom Pool): A secret spot from Li Bai's poems, stunning morning mist, full of poetic charm ▪️Moon Bay: The highlight of the southern Anhui "Sichuan-Tibet line," great for playing in the shallows and taking photos at the fish-scale dam ▪️Xuan Paper Culture Park: Immersive experience of intangible cultural heritage Xuan paper craftsmanship 🍜Must-try food Jingxian crispy rice, Maolin paste, southern Anhui pork, firewood rice cakes 💡Practical tips ▪️Good road conditions throughout, great for self-driving, and attractions are close together ▪️Homestays in the ancient village are affordable and clean, offering much better value than popular ancient towns ▪️You can play in the shallows in summer; remember to bring a change of clothes 💚Chizhou · Shitai | A natural oxygen bar and summer retreat 📍Location: Shitai County, Chizhou, Anhui ✨Highlights A mountain and water town hidden in southern Anhui. High forest coverage, fresh air, pleasant temperatures, and healing streams. No over-development, perfect for a weekend to refresh your lungs and relax. 📸Must-visit spots ▪️Guniujiang: The "Little Jiuzhaigou" of southern Anhui, with emerald pools and primeval forests—perfect for photos ▪️Shitai Grand Canyon: 8km of natural rafting, fully shaded by trees, a must-do in summer ▪️Qiupu River: Poetic and picturesque, enjoy a slow boat ride and healing mountain scenery ▪️Xianyu Mountain: High mountains, sea of clouds, terraced villages, quiet and uncrowded 🍲Must-try food Shitai chicken soup, small river fish, farmhouse dried bamboo shoots, rice tofu 💡Practical tips ▪️Average summer temperature is 22°C, a natural air-conditioned room ▪️Rafting is recommended in the morning to avoid the afternoon crowds ▪️Large temperature difference in the mountains; bring a light jacket and mosquito repellent 🍃Huangshan · Qimen | A quiet ancient Huizhou county 📍Location: Qimen County, Huangshan, Anhui ✨Highlights Avoid the crowds of Hongcun and Xidi! An authentic Huizhou town with tea gardens everywhere, quiet ancient villages, and the fragrance of tea. The pace is easy and relaxed, perfect for a quiet, niche getaway. 📸Must-visit spots ▪️Lixi Grand Canyon: 96% forest coverage, jelly-colored streams, a healing niche spot ▪️Lixi Ancient Village: A thousand-year-old Huizhou village with ancient bridges and alleys, very authentic ▪️Qimen Black Tea Museum: Experience intangible cultural heritage tea culture, great for photos ▪️Zhukou Ancient Village: A village by the water, full of local life 🍵Must-try food Qimen black tea, Huizhou hairy tofu, Laba tofu, farmhouse bacon 💡Practical tips ▪️Very few tourists, the whole trip is relaxing and uncrowded, perfect for slow travel and daydreaming ▪️Tea gardens are free for photos, and the atmosphere is amazing during the spring tea-picking season ▪️Food and accommodation are cheap; you can get a high-quality farmhouse meal for under 100 yuan 🌊Ma'anshan · Hanshan | A niche cultural blessed land 📍Location: Hanshan County, Ma'anshan ✨Highlights A secret spot straight out of a textbook! A combination of mountains, water, caves, and ancient villages. The roads are flat and easy to walk, with rich cultural heritage. Suitable for all ages, perfect for a short trip. 📸Must-visit spots ▪️Baochan Mountain Huayang Cave: The real-life setting of Wang Anshi's travelogue, a spectacular natural karst cave ▪️Taihu Mountain Forest Park: A mountain forest oxygen bar, great for hiking and outdoor activities ▪️Lingjiatan Site: A thousand-year-old cultural site to experience ancient culture ▪️Yuncao Ancient Town: An authentic water town with old streets and a lively atmosphere 🍲Must-try food Hanshan old goose soup, Taihu Mountain wild game, farmhouse grain cakes, braised dried tofu 💡Practical tips ▪️The whole trip is easy and flat with almost no steep slopes, friendly for seniors and children ▪️Old goose soup is the local signature dish; the old shops in the town area offer the best value ▪️Suitable for both one-day weekend trips and two-day slow trips, not physically demanding short trip getaway Anhui travel travel travel travel travel travel destinations travel

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The ultimate weekend escapes within the Yangtze River Delta 2h high-speed rail circle! A collection of 20 off-the-beaten-path gems

Stop 1: Suqian / Jiangyin / Zhoushan / Yiwu Stop 2: Zhuji / Haiyan / Jixi / Qimen Stop 3: Ningde / Youxi / Yixing / Changxing Stop 4: Lanxi / Tonglu / Xiuning / Qingyang Stop 5: Jiande / Longyan Shanghang / Yingtan / Ruijin Who knew!! The Yangtze River Delta 2–3h high-speed rail circle hides 20 magical, little-known spots✨ No weekend crowds! Direct high-speed rail access! Ready to go! 🚄 📌 Jiangsu · waterways and cultural sites ✔️ Suqian|Sandaishan Forest Park for fresh air🌿 + Qianlong palace for a journey through past and present ✔️ Jiangyin|E'bizui Park to watch the Yangtze's rushing current🌊, the views are amazing ✔️ Yixing|Shanjuan Cave for a magical karst cave adventure🕳️ + Dongpo Academy to feel the pottery city's cultural roots 📌 Zhejiang · every stop is wallpaper-worthy ✔️ Zhuji|Wuxie waterfalls, misty sprays that feel so soothing💦 ✔️ Haiyan|Nanbei Lake + Classical Qiyuan, Jiangnan gardens forever ✔️ Lanxi|Zhuge Bagua Village, its layout is so ingenious it gives you goosebumps🌀 ✔️ Tonglu|Yaolin Wonderland, a cave light show that's breathtakingly beautiful ✔️ Zhoushan|Dongji Island for blue seas and sunrise🌅, a must-visit in your lifetime! 📌 Anhui · Huizhou-style ancient villages and slow living ✔️ Jixi|Longchuan Ancient Village, white walls and black tiles like an ink painting ✔️ Qimen|Lixi Ancient Village + Qimen black tea, historic buildings framed by trees, every daytime shot is photogenic🍃 ✔️ Xiuning|Climb Qiyun Mountain, the sea of clouds is absolutely stunning ✔️ Qingyang|Jiuhua Mountain for prayer and zen 📌 Fujian & Jiangxi · unlock lesser-known wonders ✔️ Ningde|Taimu Mountain, a mountain-and-sea spectacle! ✔️ Youxi|Terraced fields layered one after another ✔️ Yingtan|Longhu Mountain's Danxia landform + Shangqing Ancient Town ✔️ Ruijin|experience revolutionary history and culture 🚨 Tips: 🔸 Travel by high-speed rail! 2–3 days to visit 2–3 cities is just right~ 🔸 Ancient villages have many mountain roads, wear sneakers👟, and pack sunscreen for coastal spots 🔸 No need to chase viral spots, stroll slowly through mountains, rivers, and ancient villages, and immerse yourself in authentic Jiangnan life💯 This weekend, pick a city and go~😉✨

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Anhui's own little Jiuzhaigou | 2-day, 1-night Chizhou travel guide

📍Chizhou, Anhui, hides the lesser-known waters and mountains of southern Anhui, with emerald pools that rival Jiuzhaigou and the tranquility of a Buddhist holy mountain. The pace is relaxed, perfect for a short weekend escape. ✅ Must‑visit highlights ▪️Shitai Guniujiang: the core of Anhui's little Jiuzhaigou, with emerald pools, streams and waterfalls, dense forest cover, and lush greenery — perfect for splashing around and taking photos ▪️Mount Jiuhua: both a place to pray and a spot to watch seas of clouds between the peaks, with scattered ancient temples and atmospheric sunrises and sunsets ▪️Pingtian Lake: a vast lake with a lakeside loop for cycling or walking; watch the sunset over the water at dusk, few people and very restorative ▪️Xinghua Village: a Jiangnan village straight out of Tang poetry, with pastoral, antique charm—stroll the gardens slowly and soak up the poetry and wine of Jiangnan ▪️Chizhou old street: a lively traditional street to sample local snacks and feel small-town life 🚗 Practical travel info ▪️Location: Chizhou, Anhui ▪️Transport: driving is preferred, as attractions are far apart; after arriving at Chizhou by high-speed rail, you can hire a car/take a taxi ▪️Suggested duration: 2 days, 1 night ▪️Tickets: Guniujiang and Mount Jiuhua require separate tickets. Mount Jiuhua requires a main entrance ticket + sightseeing shuttle; Pingtian Lake is free ▪️Best season: spring and summer for green water and foliage, autumn for colorful forests, and right after rain when the water is clearest and most beautiful ⚠️ Key pitfalls to avoid 1. Don't mix them up! Guniujiang is split into two scenic areas, Shitai and Qimen. If you want to see the emerald pools, choose Shitai Guniujiang, and don't go to the wrong one. 2. Mount Jiuhua gets very crowded on holidays, and driving can lead to traffic. It's better to take the park sightseeing shuttle. Don't accept incense or candles sold by roadside hawkers—the prices on the mountain are high. 3. When playing in the water at Guniujiang, pools that look shallow can actually be deep. Do not swim on your own; only take photos from the shore. 4. The southern Anhui mountains have many winding roads—drive carefully. Travel times between attractions are long, so plan your schedule in advance and avoid rushing. 5. Mountain weather is changeable and it often rains suddenly. Bring a raincoat; umbrellas are not recommended for hiking. 6. To try local food, avoid overpriced restaurants at attraction entrances. Go to the city old street and be sure to try Chizhou xiaoba, stinky mandarin fish, and stone pot chicken. 7. There are many mosquitoes and insects in the mountains in summer; be sure to bring insect repellent. 💡 Personal tips ✔️2-day sample itinerary: D1 play in the water at Guniujiang and stay overnight in Chizhou city; D2 Mount Jiuhua/Pingtian Lake + Xinghua Village, relaxed without rushing ✔️If you want to see crystal-clear emerald pools, go 1–2 days after rain, when the water looks its best ✔️If you don't want to climb, focus on the flat canyon sections of Guniujiang; most viewing trails are fairly level ✔️Go to Pingtian Lake at dusk to feel the evening breeze and watch the sunset — it's a highlight of the trip

EMMALYN VASQUEZ

A cool secret spot beneath the mountain waterfall at Fengjiading waterfall

Every snapshot taken casually in Wentang carries the unique slow pace of the ancient village. The emerald glass-clear water reveals the bottom, with schools of small fish and shrimp. The water flowing down from Fengjiading is crystal clear, with a wild waterfall! Stay at Qimen Wentang Wumingchu Hotel. Opening the wooden door of the old house, moss covers the stone steps in the courtyard, and the old tree branches and leaves block the sky. When the wind blows, the light and shadows scatter across the ground. The room features a minimalist new Chinese style, with endless dark-tiled roofs and distant mountains outside the window. In the evening, while swimming in the pool, you can quietly hear the sound of a distant stream. Escape the city noise here. Every frame here is as quiet as a movie still. 📍 Qimen Wentang Wumingchu · Qixin Hotel

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Qimen Simplified Guide

Attractions and Student Discounts Lixi Grand Canyon - Lixi Ancient Village: Completely free. The canyon features crystal-clear, jelly-like creek water, with summer temperatures stable at 22 °C; the thousand-year-old Imperial Doctor Ancient Village offers ancient camphor tree groves, free Nuo dance performances, and fish lantern parades, perfect for creek tracing and leisure. Guniujiang Jiulong Scenic Area (Southern Anhui’s Little Jiuzhaigou): Pristine forest with emerald-colored pools. Adult tickets are 85 RMB, student tickets half price at 42.5 RMB. Ideal for hiking and water play; bring creek tracing shoes and mosquito repellent. Qimen Black Tea Plantation: The Pingli and Huansha ten-thousand-mu tea mountain trails are free to access. You can book tea picking and tea making study tours. At the Changjiang Tea Gathering, you might encounter an ancient-style tea banquet. Off-the-Beaten-Path Ancient Villages: Wentang, Zhukou, Taoyuan Village, and Fengjiading Cloud Village are all free. These Huizhou ancient ancestral halls and pristine villages are quiet and less crowded. The Xin’an Traditional Chinese Medicine Museum offers handmade sachet experiences with special discounts for students. Student Benefits Guniujiang offers half-price tickets with a student ID; all ancient villages, tea plantations, and the Colorful Jade Valley are free; middle and high school graduates can also visit other Southern Anhui attractions along the way. Special Local Foods Zhonghe Soup, Thousand-Layer Pot, Inlaid Bean Candy, Shredded Pork Cake, and Qihong Braised Chicken are all authentic wild Huizhou flavors. Travel Tips High-speed trains from Hangzhou and Hefei take about 2 hours directly to Qimen South Station. Driving between villages takes 20 to 30 minutes. It’s cool in the mountains in the mornings and evenings, but the canyon has many mosquitoes, so prepare sun protection and mosquito repellent. Mountain weather is changeable, so carry an umbrella.

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Huangshan's Ultra-Underrated Spot! Everything's Easy Once You Arrive at Meinan Ferry

🖐💬Hello~I’m your travel informant🙋‍♀️Chen Bu’er🕵 · “Huangshan is more than just Huangshan” Besides the towering, world-renowned mountain, there are some lesser-known, less crowded places—Qimen. Among Huangshan’s three districts and four counties, many know Yixian for Xidi and Hongcun, Shexian for Huizhou Ancient City and Yudeng, Huizhou District for Chengkan and Tangmo. However, as the birthplace of “Qimen Black Tea,” this county town still hides many secret, off-the-beaten-path spots. It’s the starting point of the Qimen Tea Road, the ancient ferry where Qimen black tea began its journey to the world— Meinan Ferry. · ☕️The Starting Point of the Tea Road (One cup of tea traveled the world) 📗Step into Meinan Ferry, and everything’s easy! Meinan Ferry is now located inside Meinan Park. Don’t be fooled by the peaceful, tree-shaded surroundings today—back then, it was a bustling water transport hub! The earliest world-famous Qimen black tea was loaded onto boats at this small Meinan Ferry dock, drifting down the Chang River, crossing oceans, and embarking on the “Tea Road,” becoming a favorite of the British royal family and tea lovers worldwide. · 🌿🌳Walking into the adjacent “Meinan Park” feels like entering a natural “forest oxygen bar”! There are over 50 towering ancient trees over 300 years old, their dense canopy instantly dropping the perceived temperature by 5 degrees. Walking on the bluestone steps, you can see the old boat nail holes left from the dock’s heyday. Close your eyes, and you can almost hear the bustling sounds from a century ago. · 📷Photo Guide (Full of atmosphere): 1️⃣ Meinan Ferry Dock: The weathered ancient wharf, perfect for snapping historic-feeling shots! 🚢 2️⃣ Meinan Park: A 400-year-old classical garden, where under the big trees and Huizhou-style architecture, you can enjoy the “20-minute park effect,” escaping city deadlines with a relaxing vibe of “everything’s easy.” 🖼 3️⃣ Time Café / Fun Reading Bar: When tired, sit in the café under the ancient trees to daydream, or read a book in the bar, stealing a peaceful moment from life. 4️⃣ Kaiyuan Yiran Village Homestay: If you want to stay overnight, here you’ll find a healing courtyard themed around the 24 solar terms and five-element tea therapy, offering a complete body and mind spa experience. 🏠 · 🥢Nearby Attractions: Don’t miss “Qimen Black Tea Town” and the “Qimen Tea Industry Improvement Station.” Known as the “cradle of modern Chinese tea technology,” you can see old tea-making machinery up close and experience how tea saints like Wu Juenong used technology to improve tea leaves. A must-visit for tea culture enthusiasts! · This spring, it’s perfect to escape the city and come to this “easy” tea country paradise to enjoy a cup of authentic century-old Qimen black tea! 💨 ✨️Little Tips: 📍Address: Pingli Town, Qimen County, Huangshan City, Anhui Province ⭐️Recommended to travel by car or high-speed train 💯 If you have time, try the local “tea banquet” and “Zidou candy”—the Huizhou flavors are amazing!

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Qimen Family Vacation: Stay in a Tea Mountain Homestay to Unlock the Slow Life of Huizhou

Don’t just think about Huangshan! This hidden gem in Qimen, Anhui, is truly perfect for a family vacation with kids! Free from commercial hustle and bustle, surrounded by lush tea mountains and golden rapeseed flower fields, you can immerse yourself in the intangible cultural heritage of black tea, explore ancient Huizhou-style villages, and feel completely rejuvenated! This place has few people and beautiful scenery, with comfortable average spring temperatures. It’s ideal for bringing kids close to nature while experiencing intangible cultural heritage crafts and ancient village culture. You can play and learn at the same time, with a relaxed pace throughout, making family trips hassle-free. Perfect for weekend getaways or short holidays. 🗺️ Two-day, one-night family travel itinerary Day 1: Qihong Town → Ancha Time Lane → Daohu Scenic Area Day 2: Likou Tea Garden → Qiyu Rice Fields → Taoyuan Village → Wentang Village ✅ Must-visit family spots ✨ Qihong Town: Spring cherry blossoms paired with thousands of acres of tea gardens, scattered forest-style cabins perfect for photos; check in at the Qihong intangible cultural heritage workshop where kids can personally experience tea making and smell the tea aroma, fully immersing in black tea culture. ✨ Ancha Time Lane: A quiet, lesser-known Ancha tea experience spot where you can sit with your kids, savor a cup of Ancha tea, enjoy rural scenery, and even try making Ancha tea—play and learn at the same time. ✨ Daohu Scenic Area: The Changjiang Landscape Gallery lives up to its name, with clear waters and green mountains forming a picturesque scene. Take a boat ride with your kids to enjoy the pristine natural landscape—healing and stress-relieving. ✨ Likou Tea Garden: Praised by National Geographic as the most beautiful tea mountain, thousands of acres of green tea fields fill the air with tea fragrance in the spring breeze. Bring your kids to experience the joy of tea picking—super healing. ✨ Taoyuan Village & Wentang Village: Authentic Huizhou-style ancient villages with white walls and black tiles built by the water, surrounded by blooming rapeseed flowers. No noisy commercial areas here—walk the cobblestone paths with your kids, explore ancient ancestral halls, and feel the ancient Huizhou culture. 💡 Family travel tips ① Self-driving is recommended. You can take the high-speed train to Qimen South Station and then taxi, but driving yourself is more flexible and convenient for visiting all the spots. ② Spring is perfect for flower viewing and tea picking. Wear light-colored clothes to match the tea gardens and flower fields for stunning photos. Accommodation 🏨 Nanshan Inn A boutique Huizhou-style homestay in Qimen, renovated from a century-old residence, featuring a courtyard and tea culture experience area for an immersive Huizhou atmosphere. 🏨 Qihong Manor Hotel A high-end hotel in the heart of Qihong Town, surrounded by thousands of acres of tea gardens. Open your window to tea mountain views and enjoy family tea picking and making experiences. 🏨 Tianzhihong Manor A Qimen black tea-themed manor adjacent to Likou Tea Garden, offering an immersive black tea culture experience with spacious and comfortable family rooms. 🏨 Changjiangyuan Homestay A waterside homestay near Daohu Scenic Area, with windows overlooking the Changjiang Landscape Gallery. Quiet and serene environment, perfect for a family vacation.

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Stop only going to Huangshan! This seriously underrated treasure town in Anhui hides the entire spring

If you, like me, are tired of crowded trendy spots and crave a truly immersive journey through mountains, waters, and culture, then turn your eyes to the southwest corner of Anhui—Qimen. Here, there’s no commercial hustle, only endless tea greens, brilliantly golden rapeseed flowers, and slow time flowing through ancient village alleys. I just finished a two-day, one-night trip, and this hands-on, detailed guide will help you unlock the right way to explore this hidden gem in southern Anhui. 🌿 Why Qimen? Qimen, a small town famous worldwide for “Qimen Black Tea,” remains peaceful and quiet. It’s the birthplace of black tea and a living museum of Huizhou culture. In spring, Qimen’s tea mountains are lush green, flower seas bloom brilliantly, making it the “last pure land of southern Anhui.” 🗺️ A replicable two-day, one-night essential itinerary Day 1: Tracing tea origins, picturesque landscapes · Morning: Qihong Town – Start your journey at the origin of black tea. This is not just a tea garden but an aesthetic space. The “Qunfang Zui” area’s spring cherry blossoms complement the layered tea fields, with forest-style cabins scattered around—every shot looks like a forest-themed masterpiece. Be sure to visit the Qihong Intangible Cultural Heritage Workshop to experience tea-making by hand, smell the tea fragrance, and feel the transformation from leaf to cup. · Afternoon: Ancha Time → Daohu Scenic Area – Relax in the tranquil tea space of Ancha Time, sip a unique cup of Ancha tea, and watch the rural scenery outside the window; your heart will instantly calm. Then head to Daohu Scenic Area, the essence of the “Changjiang Mountain and Water Gallery.” Take a boat ride through the emerald waves and green mountains, as if you’re traveling inside a painting. · Evening: Stay at Daohu – Highly recommend staying at the “Zhou Shang Anxiang” or “Qingshan Bailu” guesthouses near the dock. Open your window to see the mountains and waters, fall asleep to the sound of the river—this is true healing. Day 2: Wandering flower seas, visiting ancient villages · Morning: Likou Tea Garden → Qiyu Rice Fields – Early morning visit to Likou Tea Garden, praised by National Geographic as the “most beautiful tea mountain.” Thousands of acres of tea fields are lush green, and the spring breeze carries fresh tea fragrance—a feast for both sight and smell. Then go to Qiyu Rice Fields, where in spring you’ll find golden rapeseed flower seas, few people, beautiful scenery, and a cute cat café, filling you with pastoral charm and healing vibes all at once. · Afternoon: Taoyuan Village → Wentang Village – In the afternoon, explore two original Huizhou ancient villages. Taoyuan Village lives up to its name with white walls, black tiles, small bridges, and flowing water, preserving authentic rural life. Wentang Village is known as the “Hometown of Imperial Physicians,” with well-preserved ancient buildings surrounded by rapeseed flowers, creating a stunning spring oil painting. After a leisurely stroll, you can complete your trip. 📝 Super practical tips (pitfall avoidance guide) 1. Transportation is key: Strongly recommend self-driving, as the attractions are quite spread out and self-driving offers the most flexibility. If taking high-speed rail, arrive at “Qimen South Station” and then take a taxi or charter a car. 2. Best travel time: Late March to April is the golden period to enjoy rapeseed flowers and experience spring tea picking. Autumn (October-November) still has green tea mountains and charming autumn colors. 3. Clothing and photography: Wear white, beige, light blue, or other light colors to stand out against the green tea fields and yellow flower seas. Bring a pair of comfortable shoes, as you’ll need to walk on ancient village stone paths and tea garden trails. 4. Accommodation options: Besides boutique guesthouses at Daohu, Qimen County town has cost-effective hotels. For a deeper experience, choose guesthouses in tea gardens or ancient villages. 5. Food experience: Be sure to try authentic Qimen local dishes like Zhonghe Soup, Thousand-Layer Pot, and Stinky Mandarin Fish. Cooking with black tea is also unique—black tea braised chicken is worth trying. 6. Experience upgrade: If time allows, book an in-depth tea picking and making experience in the tea garden, or hire a local guide to hear the historical stories behind the ancient villages. Qimen’s charm lies in its calmness and unpretentiousness. It hides the most beautiful spring in every tea mountain ridge, every flower field, and every wrinkle of its ancient villages. Save this guide, pick a weekend, and embark on a spontaneous healing journey! Anhui Travel

baddeeanna

Rapeseed Flower Sea Encounter in Huizhou

Compared to Wuyuan, I love this lesser-known city in southern Anhui even more‼️|||March in southern Anhui is never a solo performance of Wuyuan Hidden at the foot of Huangshan Mountain, Qimen🍃 is the springtime Huizhou secret untouched by over-commercialization The green of tea mountains, the yellow of rapeseed flowers, the gray-white of ancient villages… World-class Qimen black tea culture permeates it all Spend two days following this itinerary to unlock the colorful beauty of spring in southern Anhui · 𝐃𝐚𝐲 𝟏 Tea Charm Enchants the Soul · Encounter the Spring Romance of Qimen Black Tea Core route: Qimen Black Tea Town → Ancha Time → On the Boat in Anxiang → Daohu Scenic Area 🌿8:00-10:00 Qimen Black Tea Town Check in at Qunfangzui, Qimen Black Tea Intangible Cultural Heritage Handicraft Workshop, Meinandu… Immerse yourself in the century-old history of Qimen black tea Watch master craftsmen demonstrate the tea-making process Take atmospheric photos at the vintage tea fields and riverside ferry docks Unlock the joy of being a "one-day tea farmer" 🍵11:00-12:00 Ancha Time Step into the exclusive world of Qimen Ancha tea Learn about the unique production and aging process of Ancha tea Savor a cup of mellow Ancha tea Feel the distinctive charm of Huizhou tea culture in the aroma 🚣12:30-14:00 On the Boat in Anxiang Take a boat from the dock near this guesthouse Immerse yourself in the slow life blending water town and tea town Feel the river breeze on your face and enjoy the pristine Huizhou countryside on both banks Every snapshot has the ink-wash painting quality of Jiangnan 💧14:30-16:30 Daohu Scenic Area After the boat ride, check in at Qingshan Bailu Guesthouse The clear waves gently ripple, with green mountains layered on both sides The freshness of spring greets you The guesthouse also offers an intangible cultural heritage experience of painting Nuo dance masks · 𝐃𝐚𝐲 𝟐 Countryside Ancient Villages · Head to the Spring Flower Sea of Southern Anhui Core route: Likou Tea Garden → Qiyu Rice Fields → Taoyuan Village → Wentang Village ☕8:00-10:00 Likou Tea Garden Tea ridges rise and fall with the mountain terrain, tender green tea buds covered with morning dew Stroll through the tea garden breathing in the fresh tea fragrance Take forest-style portraits in the tea garden with a 100% chance of great shots 🌾11:00-13:00 Qiyu Rice Fields The rapeseed flower sea blooms wildly The wind stirs romantic waves of flowers Check in at the super cute cat café park, enjoy both cat petting and flower viewing Perfect for taking kids out 🏯14:00-17:00 Taoyuan Village + Wentang Village First visit Taoyuan Village A little-known, pristine Huizhou-style ancient village Winding bluestone paths, white walls and black tiles complementing the rapeseed flowers Hiding the most tranquil spring in Huizhou Then head to Wentang Village Where flower seas blend with ancient villages, ideal for portrait photography Immerse yourself in Huizhou ancestral worship culture and rural covenant culture Experience authentic Huizhou charm in the slow time of this century-old village

EmberFlameshadow82

Stay at Qimen Tea Field Homestay and Unlock the Secret Springtime of Ancient Huizhou with Kids

My favorite Huizhou travel destination has appeared so far! Clear streams, ancient villages, seas of rapeseed flowers, and lush green tea gardens—spent a super healing spring holiday with kids in Qimen, Huangshan, Anhui. If you haven’t been to Qimen, you haven’t truly experienced the ultimate romance of southern Anhui’s spring. Just got back and have organized a 2-day, 1-night family travel guide for you, keep it safe✨ 🚗 Family Travel Transportation Guide: 🚄 High-speed train directly to Qimen South Station, 🚗 about 4.5 hours driving from Nanjing. Qimen’s attractions are scattered, so driving with kids is more convenient, allowing you to stop and go freely. 📅 Family-friendly 2-day, 1-night itinerary: Day❶ Arrive in Qimen → Qihong Town → Heart of Daohu Lake Scenic Area Day❷ Likou Tea Garden → Qiyu Rice Fields → Taoyuan Village → Wentang Village The entire route is gentle, no rush, no stress for kids. You can take kids to visit tea gardens, enjoy flower seas, and explore ancient village charm, immersing in the healing springtime of Huizhou. ✅ Must-visit family treasure spots: ❶ Qihong Town: The birthplace of Qimen black tea. Take kids to stroll through the “Most Blossoming” tea forest, the lush green tea sea is picture-perfect. You can also teach kids about black tea and immerse in Qihong culture. ❷ Heart of Daohu Lake Scenic Area: Known as the “Little Li River of Southern Anhui,” take kids on a bamboo raft ride on Changjiang River, like traveling inside a painting. You can also camp, hike, and play in the water—kids won’t want to leave. ❸ Likou Tea Garden: Mountain terraced tea forest, the core production area of Qihong tea. Great for photos. Take kids to visit the tea factory and watch the complete black tea production process. Fun and educational. ❹ Qiyu Rice Fields: Vast rapeseed flower fields blooming in spring. Under blue skies and white clouds, it feels like stepping into an anime spring world. Take kids for stunning flower sea photos, full of atmosphere. ❺ Taoyuan Village: A thousand-year-old ancient village with an old ancestral hall and a babbling stream at the entrance. Take kids to explore the ancient village, relax, and play in the water, unlocking the slow life of Huizhou’s ancient villages. ❻ Wentang Village: An ancient village perfect for family trips. You can camp at the village entrance, stroll the old street comfortably, and visit the Imperial Doctor Museum to help kids learn about Qimen’s history and culture. 🍜 Must-try family foods: Besides black tea and scenery, Qimen’s farmhouse dishes are also delicious. Recommended to try with kids: stinky mandarin fish, wormwood rice cake, Zhonghe soup, and intangible cultural heritage inlaid bean candy. All are local specialties and can be made mild to suit children’s tastes. Accommodation 🏨 Qimen Nanshan Inn Boutique homestay next to Likou Tea Garden in Qimen, Huizhou-style courtyard architecture, tea fields visible from the window. Kids can experience tea picking and making. Family-friendly and perfect for family trips. 🏨 Qihong Manor Hotel High-end hotel inside Qihong Town, surrounded by thousands of acres of tea fields, Huizhou garden style, fully equipped for families. Kids can immerse themselves in Qihong culture. 🏨 Qimen Wentang Renjia Homestay Characteristic homestay in Wentang ancient village, renovated century-old Huizhou-style house by the stream. Kids can explore the ancient village and experience farmhouse life. Super healing for kids. 🏨 Qimen Daohu Shibawan Homestay Streamside homestay near Heart of Daohu Lake Scenic Area, with views of Changjiang River from the window. Kids can ride bamboo rafts, play in the water, and discover the wild charm of southern Anhui’s mountains and waters.

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What people are saying about Qimen

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Hongcun Village

The Hui-style architecture in Hongcun is truly unique, offering different charms during the day and at night, especially at night when it is exceptionally tranquil. Before sunrise, a thin mist shrouds the area, but once sunrise arrives, the sunlight filters through the mist, creating a wonderful atmosphere.

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Xidi

A representative of ancient Huizhou villages, the overall visit was excellent. The village architecture is well-preserved, with exquisite details such as brick-carved gate towers, and the stone-paved alleyways exude a strong historical atmosphere. However, after the rice harvest, the rural landscape loses some of its depth and dimension.

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Nanping Village

Xidi has more official residences, while Nanping has more private residences. You can feel the tranquility and peace; many residents still live there. The small Western-style houses are quite different in style. The items in the Cheng Family Ancestral Hall were donated by people, one chair at a time. Shensi Hall is the best-preserved two-courtyard house I've seen recently.

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Qiyun Mountain

The all-inclusive ticket was definitely worth it! Qiyun Mountain's scenery lives up to its reputation. The mountain paths are easy to walk, there are numerous photo spots, and the scenery is beautiful all the way. I took the large loop route and visited all the attractions. The unique Danxia landforms are spectacular, and the photos turn out great on a sunny day. Cable car up the mountain → Wangxianlou (ticket check) → Shouzi Rock → First Gate → Zhenxian Cave (the essence of cliff carvings) → Second Gate → Third Gate → Yuehua Tianjie (cliff village) → Taisu Palace → Xiaohutian → Yuxu Palace → Ziyun Pass → Suspended Plank Road → Fangla Cave → Fangla Village → Danxia Corridor → Highest Peak → Back Mountain Trail → Cable car down from Wangxianlou. The whole hike took 4 hours. Xiaoyao Street at the foot of the mountain is also great for exploring. In the afternoon, many NPCs give out silver notes. You can play games with them to earn silver notes and then exchange them for small gifts—it's so much fun! A boat trip on the Hengjiang River offers stunning scenery, and you can even take photos of the entire bridge from the boat. The most popular attraction is the evening fireworks show and the iron-sparkling performance, arguably the most worthwhile show in southern Anhui! Highly recommended!

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Shouzhuo Park

It's a privately developed tourist attraction, so there weren't many tourists. I didn't have high expectations; I just wanted my elderly relatives to come and walk around without getting too tired. But it turned out to be a beautiful place, with picturesque views at every turn—a pleasant surprise.

Sherry1106

Guniujiang Nature Reserve

When visiting Chizhou, the first stop is the Guniujiang Scenic Area. It's lush and green everywhere you look. We happened to be there on a rainy day, so the air was fresh, the birds were singing, the flowers were blooming, and the negative oxygen ion content was extremely high. It was so comfortable!

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Yujianxiuli Water Town

The value for money is absolutely amazing!! It rained during the Dragon Boat Festival, and Xiuli was the only place in Huizhou that kept up with the fish lantern displays – the variety was incredible!! I had so much fun! I wrote a thousand-word post on Xiaohongshu to rave about it. Although I was initially a little unhappy that Xiuli wasn't included in the annual pass, the ten yuan was totally worth it. You absolutely must come to Xiuli to see the fish lanterns, fireworks, and iron flower displays!

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Guniu Jianglixi

The main point of Guniujiang Lixi is that it means to overcome hardness with softness. The sound of flowing water gushing out from different heights and cracks in the rocks plays a lot of natural sounds, making the trip more interesting.

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Mount Huangshan Scenic Area

This trip to Huangshan with my mother was truly admirable. Despite her advanced age, she persevered and climbed to the Guest-Greeting Pine, enduring the treacherous terrain. The foggy weather that day obstructed visibility, preventing us from seeing the full panorama of the peaks, which was a slight disappointment. However, the joy of hiking together as mother and son transcended the scenery itself. Overall, it was an unforgettable experience. I recommend choosing a clear day to summit and see the entire panorama, and I highly recommend this magnificent trip.

sky_rainy

Lu Village

The wood-carved buildings in Lucun are worth seeing. You can hire a professional guide at the entrance of the scenic area to lead the tour, which saves time and provides a more accurate explanation of the wood carvings.

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Qimen FAQ

What currency is used in Qimen?

The standard currency in Qimen is CNY

How do I exchange currency in Qimen?

Current exchange rate approx.: THB ≈0.2CNY (actual exchange rates depend on the bank). Currency exchange tips:
1. Exchange currency at your local bank before departure, as rates are usually better than at the destination.
2. You can also withdraw cash from local ATMs.
3. Avoid exchanging currency at airports or hotels, as they offer the worst rates.