A Complete Collection of the Eight Most Worth Visiting Ancient Towns in China

If you are tired of the hustle and bustle of the city and want to experience the picturesque and comfortable life of "small bridges, flowing water and people", you must not miss these scenic spots. From south to north, the eight ancient towns will give you different wonderful experiences. You can arrange your trip according to your own preferences ~ Hongcun

Maybe you are tired of the crowded "ancient towns" and "villages", but I have to say that some places will still be visited once in my life. Anyone who has been to Hongcun will say that this is an ink landscape painting, and the ink is dizzy. Wherever you go, it is the charm of southern Anhui with white walls and blue tiles, and the Huizhou architecture will give you a bright feeling. If you like quiet, you might as well come here in the early morning or at night. After the tourists disperse, the village will gradually calm down and be quiet and harmonious.

Address: yi county Town, Huangshan City, Anhui Province Attractions recommended: Moon Lake, Nanhu Academy, Wangshi Ancestral Hall, Lu Cun, Chengzhitang Anchang Ancient Town

Warm two bowls of wine, and ask for a plate of fennel beans-there is no Lu Town in Shaoxing, but Anchang Ancient Town is a small editor with Lu Town in mind. The ancient town of Anchang was built against a small river. There are many stone bridges connecting the two sides of the river. On the one hand, it is a place where residents live, and on the other hand, it is a place where shops do business, which is orderly. The food features of Anchang ancient town are all kinds of bacon, among which Anchang sausage has also been on China on the tip of the tongue! With winding rivers and whitewashed tiles, you will definitely find a water town in the south of the Yangtze River that is only found in Chinese books.

Address: Anchang Ancient Town, No.47 Township Road, Shaoxing, Zhejiang Province Attractions Recommended: Suikang Qianzhuang, the former site of China Bank, and Shuhe Ancient Town, Literature and History Museum

Flowers are everywhere in spring, enjoying the cool in summer, crisp in autumn and warm in winter. The ancient town is surrounded by mountains and rivers, and the water is flowing; From the big archway with "Shuhe Ancient Town" hanging in the carved column to Sifang Street, there are all kinds of shops on all sides. Jiuding Longtan is clear and green, and there are rainbow trout in the water. The Sansheng Palace near the pool is exceptionally quiet. Shuhe's night market is a romantic city that never sleeps. People who visit the night market walk through the Qinglong River with hydrogen in their hands, forming the wonder of "night market fireflies", eating, drinking and playing, as if all the happiness gathered here.

Address: Shuhe Road, Lijiang City, Yunnan Province Attractions Recommended: Sifang Street, Qinglong Bridge, and Thousand Miao Villages in Harry Valley

After seeing the scenery of Jiangnan water town, it is better to experience the Miao customs. Xijiang Qianhu Miao Village is composed of more than ten natural villages built on the mountain. It is a Miao village in China * at present, especially the "primitive ecological" buildings and villages here are unique. The scenic spot of "Thousands of Miao Villages in Xijiang River, Thousands of families are brightly lit" is well-deserved, and the wind and rain bridge under the night is simply beautiful. Remember to experience the welcome wine!

Address: Leishan County, Qiandongnan Miao and Dong Autonomous Prefecture, Guizhou Province. Attractions recommended: Diaojiaolou, Fengyu Bridge, night view of thousands of lanterns, and rich ancient town of Miao Village.

It is said that when the red leaves are red, you can visit the Yangtze River. At this time, the rich ancient town is colorful, especially the colorful forest in Youfang Village, showing colorful scenery such as red, yellow and green. Sitting quietly in a corner of the forest in the shallow breeze, autumn is within reach. After seeing the autumn scenery, I went to the ancient town's Millennium monuments and listened to the untold stories on the watchtower. Go to the East Hot Springs by the way, experience the Hot Cave Hot Springs, and explore the magical mystery of the underground art gallery caves.

Address: Attractions near Fengsheng Town Government, Banan District, Chongqing Recommended: Colored forest, Diaolou muzzle, Ziyun Xiangshi, Chaoquan Cave Langzhong ancient city

Green mountains and green waters, Zhulou Biwa, ancient streets and old alleys, and deep house compound. Langzhong ancient city always gives people such an impression. If you really want to understand it, you should explore it yourself. The ancient city of Langzhong is located in Langzhong, Sichuan, with a history of more than 2,3 years. It was once a military town of Bashu in ancient times and the hometown of China Spring Festival culture. The scenery is beautiful, the streets are simple and curved, and the courtyards are chic and fresh. If you are not the pedestrians on both sides, you will feel that you have crossed into the Ming and Qing Dynasties.

Address: No.33 Langshui Road, Langzhong City, Nanchong City, Sichuan Province Attractions recommended: Han Huanhou Ancestral Hall (Zhangfei Temple), Eianji, Constellation Garden, Jinping Mountain, Tengwangge Danba Tibetan Village

Tibetan villages, towers, grasslands, beautiful women, Haizi, forests, streams and open-air hot springs at the foot of Shenshan Mordor? The sunshine in the morning is soft and lovely, and the clouds are lingering, just like a fairyland. Living in a quaint Tibetan, eating traditional Tibetan food and feeling the original Tibetan culture, the beautiful Danba woman in a long red dress, the bell on her chest is crisp and sweet, and she smiles shyly at you, making her heart drunk here.

Address: Jiaju Tibetan Village, Diaolou Group, Danba Beauty Valley, Dangling, Yala Shenshan Gubei Water Town

Gubei Water Town has a thousand-year history, which is simple, elegant and picturesque. Rows of houses, old streets with bluestone slabs and long hutongs all show the style of ancient towns in the northern Republic of China. There are many rivers in the water town, and the tributaries of the ancient Tanghe River haunt it. Ancient buildings and houses are built by water, which is like a little-known paradise under the background of fresh air, blue sky and white clouds, green water and waves, and towering poplars.

Address: Gubeikou Town, Miyun District, Beijing Attractions Recommended: Simatai Great Wall, Yongshun Dyeing House, Invincible Temple of Yang, Zhenyuan Escort Agency.