[2025 Jixi Attraction] Travel Guide for Longchuan Scenic Zone (Updated Jun)

🏡'A dream of Huizhou in a raincoat, blue bricks and black tiles, horse head walls' Those ancient Huizhou villages scattered in southern Anhui, Always carry some mystery, and more surprises. · 🚘This self-driving tour in southern Anhui in early winter, Accidentally drove to Longchuan Village in Jixi Longchuan, Here is surrounded by mountains on three sides and facing water on one side, since the Eastern Jin Dynasty, the Hu family has lived here. Jixi Longchuan Hu's family has produced famous people since ancient times, the famous anti-Japanese general Hu Zongxian in the Ming Dynasty, the red-top businessman Hu Xueyan, and the modern scholar Hu Shi all came from here. How to play? ✅The entire Longchuan scenic area is not large, a water street runs through the village, ancestral halls, archways, and ancient bridges are located on both sides of the water street, and it takes about 1-2 hours to walk. · ✅The entire Longchuan Village is shaped like a dragon boat, also known as the 'boat-shaped village'. · ✅Don't miss the buildings in the village, especially the Longchuan Hu's ancestral hall and the Yishi Shangshu archway built in the Jiajing period of the Ming Dynasty. Longdi Fengjie, Jinshi Lane, Longchuan Neishuikou, Qixing Pond, Du Xianfang, Fang Yantang are all worth seeing. · ✅The wood carving of the ancestral hall and the brick carving of the archway are very exquisite. · ✅The stone bridge at Neishuikou is as beautiful as a painting when photographed with distant mountains and trees. · ✅When you get to Neishuikou, remember to walk to the right along the shore, there is still a single wooden bridge on the water, which is a bridge that people on both sides of the river still walk every day. · ❗Tips： 1️⃣Online tickets need to be bought one day in advance. 2️⃣Each ancestral hall requires ticket checking, so keep your tickets. 3️⃣It's even more beautiful when the rapeseed flowers bloom in April. · 💈Longchuan Scenic Area 📍Address: Longchuan Village, Longchuan Town, Jixi County, Xuancheng City, Anhui Province 🗺️Navigation: Longchuan Scenic Area 💰Tickets: 75/person, 65/person online in advance 🅿️Parking: Regular charge · 🙋🏻‍♂️Just call me Xiao Ming! Beijing boy, traveling everywhere. Play with me and you won't get lost, don't forget to hit a ❤ before you leave!

Title: Within 3 hours by high-speed rail! These 4 underrated small cities can't be hidden anymore, prices lower than hometowns, slow pace so healing you won't want to leave～ Always want to find a place with "few people, saving money, no rush" to take your parents or yourself to relax? Personally tested 4 high-speed rail accessible "hidden gems": no internet celebrity tags, only the relaxed vibe of everyday life, prices so low it's unbelievable, even the wind carries signals of "take it slow"～ 1️⃣, Hebi An "underrated small city in northern Henan" just 1 hour by high-speed rail from Zhengzhou! A bowl of sticky noodle bread with tofu pudding for 7 yuan in the morning, a carb bomb so fragrant it makes you stomp your feet; in the afternoon, stroll through "Xun County Ancient City," see the free giant Buddha on Dafu Mountain, handmade clay toys sold by an old lady under the ancient city wall (15 yuan for a pair), kids reluctant to put them down～ Stay overnight in a guesthouse in the ancient city (80+/night), open the window to see blue bricks and black tiles, the landlady gave a bowl of freshly cooked red bean porridge, warming to the heart～ 2️⃣, Jixi "Little Jiangnan of Huizhou," 2 hours by high-speed rail from Hangzhou, slow as if pressed to 0.5x speed! Early morning watch the mist roll over horse-head walls in "Longchuan Village," learn to make "Huimo Su" ink pastry with grandpa (10 yuan experience pack); lunch at "Hu Shi Yi Pin Pot" (48 yuan/portion), cured meat, egg dumplings, and dried bamboo shoots piled like a mountain, so fresh your eyebrows fall off～ Stay overnight in a guesthouse in "Renli Ancient Village" (120+/night), red lanterns hang in the courtyard, sit by the Eight Immortals table drinking wild chrysanthemum tea, even time becomes gentle～ 3️⃣, Hongjiang "Southwest Mansion," 1.5 hours by high-speed rail from Huaihua, home to the "Ming and Qing Commercial Road Museum" by the Yuan River! Walk the bluestone paths of "Hongjiang Ancient Commercial City," with preserved old sites of escort agencies, banks, and brothels, the guide's talk on "Piaohao secret escort" is super interesting; lunch by the river eating "Yuan River Fish" (50 yuan/pot), fresh and spicy to the extreme～ Stay overnight at "Ancient Commercial City Inn" (60+/night), wooden building creaks, outside the window lanterns reflect on the water at night, dreams filled with old times～ 4️⃣, Youxi "Hidden terraced field hometown," 1.5 hours by high-speed rail from Fuzhou, the "secret realm of central Fujian" made famous by "Where Are We Going, Dad?"! In spring, see the golden rooster mountain terraced fields stacked green (free), in summer listen to cicadas at "Zhuzi Cultural Park"; lunch with "Youxi rice jelly" (8 yuan/bowl), smooth like pudding, perfect with chili oil～ Stay overnight at "Guifeng Village Guesthouse" (100+/night), old house converted, drying preserved vegetables in the yard, lie on a bamboo chair listening to insects, this is the real "slow life"～ These 4 cities have no "must-check-in" pressure, only the comfort of "casual wandering": high-speed rail tickets are cheap, meal money enough for three meals in scenic spots, accommodation averages under 100 yuan per person—taking parents out, isn't it all about "saving money, relaxing the mind, and warm scenery"?～

✅Youxi • Attractions: The Lianhe Terraces are a globally significant agricultural heritage site, offering spectacular views of mirror-like terraces in May and golden rice waves in October. The east side of Meixian Town is ideal for photography. Guifeng Ancient Village features 75 Ming and Qing dynasty houses, with exquisite wood carvings in the Cai Family Ancestral Hall. Jiufu Mountain Gorge is a pristine forest with nine waterfalls and wild azaleas blooming in May. Free to visit, Longmenchang Ancient Ginkgo Forest showcases ancient ginkgo trees. • Transportation: Drive from Fuzhou via the Fuyin Expressway and exit at Youxikou. Mountainous roads connect most scenic spots, so an SUV is recommended. High-speed rail reaches Youxi Station, with tourist shuttles to the county town or e-bike rentals available. • Food: Try specialties like Laochezhan Large Intestine Cake and Shencheng Mixed Noodles. Ask your homestay host about the "Mobile Wine-Duck" stalls. • Accommodation: Terraced Cloud Homestay offers rammed-earth rooms with stunning views, while Guifengli Homestay is a renovated Ming-Qing era residence. ✅Hongjiang • Attractions: Families can visit Qianyang Ancient Town, surrounded by water on three sides, with many Ming-Qing buildings and the Hibiscus Tower where Wang Changling wrote his famous poem. Hongjiang Ancient Commercial Town is an authentic architectural complex. Free Qingjiang Lake Scenic Area offers lakeside views. Also visit Daxing Zen Temple on Songyun Mountain. • Transportation: From Zhijiang to Qianyang Ancient Town, take a taxi or rideshare. Buses run from Qianyang to Hongjiang Ancient Commercial Town. • Accommodation: Budget options include Qianyang Hotel and Hanchen Mingzhi Hotel. ✅Jixi • Attractions: Families will enjoy Longchuan Scenic Area, a Huizhou-style village known for producing famous figures. For water fun and summer escapes, visit Zhangshan Grand Canyon or hike the Huihang Ancient Trail. Free attractions include the Three Carvings Museum and Jixi Museum. Kantou Village is a historic ancient settlement. • Transportation: External transport is convenient; local taxis or transit connect attractions. • Accommodation: Boutique stays like Jixi Ruoyin and Jixi Fangkong Mountain Retreat, or upscale hotels like Yilong Hotel and Jixi Duoli International Hotel. ✅Hebi • Attractions: Families and summer visitors can explore Yunmeng Mountain Scenic Area, a rare grassland in the Taihang Mountains. Free Hebi City Museum is renowned for kiln ceramics. Qigu Valley Scenic Area features ancient trees and stone houses. Sangyuan Town offers historic architecture and local cuisine. • Transportation: Convenient city transit includes buses, taxis, or self-driving. • Accommodation: Upscale options like Hilton Garden Inn Hebi High-Speed Rail Station, mid-range choices like Mosheng Light Living Hotel, and budget stays like Hebi Baoma Hotel.

1. Longchuan Scenic Area • Features: The thousand-year-old village is known as the “Museum of Wood Carving Art” and “Temple of National Art”. • Reason for recommendation: The well-preserved ancient buildings and beautiful art of wood carving are suitable for cultural enthusiasts and photography enthusiasts. 2. Attractions: Chaji Ancient Town • Features: Pristine ancient village, few people and beautiful scenery, special photography. • Reason for recommendation: The quaint stone pavement roads, the vicissitudes of old house compounds are suitable for experiencing the traditional Hui architecture style and rural life. 3. Attractions: Huihang Ancient Road • Features: In the past, Hui merchants out to Hangzhou and Shanghai must pass, all the way to the scenery, full of green. • Reason for recommendation: For hiking enthusiasts, experience the combination of nature and history along the way with scenic views. 4. Attractions: Peach Pond • Features: The Peach Blossom Pond in Li Bai's poem "The water in the Peach Blossom Pond is a thousand feet deep, not as deep as Wang Lun's Send Me Love". • Reason for recommendation: The rippling pools and the picturesque landscapes of the surrounding landscape are suitable for literature lovers and photography enthusiasts. 5. Attractions: Tai Chi Cave • Features: Located at the junction of the three provinces of Jiangsu, Zhejiang and Anhui, it is known as the "Four Wonders of the World".

👍️Reasons to visit: Xuancheng has a profound historical and cultural heritage and is one of the important birthplaces of Huizhou culture, with many well-preserved ancient villages and buildings. The natural scenery here is beautiful, with scenic spots such as Mount Jingting, known as the "Mountain of Poetry in the South of the Yangtze River." At the same time, Xuancheng has a wide variety of delicacies that will satisfy tourists' appetites. Detailed address Xuancheng City is located in the southeast of Anhui Province, bordering Jiangsu and Zhejiang provinces. Scenic spot ticket prices - Mount Jingting: CNY 100/person in peak season, CNY 80/person in off-season. - Zhaji Ancient Town: CNY 55/person. - Taohuatan: CNY 82/person. - Taiji Cave: CNY 80/person. 📅Travel Guide - Three-day culture and nature tour - Day 1: In the morning, visit Mount Jingting, follow in the footsteps of Li Bai, and admire the natural scenery; in the afternoon, go to the Xuancheng Museum to learn about the history and culture of Xuancheng; in the evening, go to Muzhi Street Night Market to taste special snacks such as red bean wine and spicy vermicelli. - Day 2: Spend the whole day visiting Zhaji Ancient Town, strolling through the ancient village, checking in at the "Red Chamber," and experiencing intangible cultural heritage handicrafts; in the evening, go to Taohuatan to enjoy the beautiful scenery of Taohuatan at sunset. - Day 3: Take a self-driving tour of the Southern Anhui Sichuan-Tibet Line, passing through scenic spots such as Chujiatan and Taoling Sky Road, and experience the beautiful scenery along the way. - Two-day leisure tour - Day 1: In the morning, go to Shuidong Ancient Town, stroll around the old streets of the Ming and Qing dynasties, and feel the charm of the ancient town with a thousand-year history; in the afternoon, go to Wanjianghui Hot Spring Hotel to enjoy leisure activities such as bathing and sauna. - Day 2: Go to China Guantang Lake Scenic Area, enjoy tea and play chess in the birdsong and flowers, and enjoy a pure natural oxygen bar. You can also visit the Oriental Sacred Wood Culture Museum, etc. 🍜Food Guide - Local classics: Try the representative Huizhou dish, stinky mandarin fish, and recommended restaurants such as "Stinky Mandarin Fish Restaurant"; there is also Ningguo Baba, which is crispy on the outside and fragrant on the inside, with a rich filling. - Featured snacks: At Muzhi Street Night Market and around Xie Tiao Tower, you can taste snacks such as red bean wine, spicy vermicelli, oil cakes, Xuancheng sesame cakes, and tofu brains. - Other delicacies: You can also try special delicacies such as stewed tofu with rotten pickled vegetables, bandit pot rice crust, and sweet-scented osmanthus glutinous rice lotus root. 🏨Accommodation Guide - High-end vacation: Chujiatan Lakeside Homestay, built by the lake with beautiful scenery; Zhaji Ming and Qing Dynasty Courtyard, a century-old Huizhou-style old house renovated to experience the antique style. - Economical and convenient: Guogou Plaza business district hotel, convenient transportation and affordable price. - Featured homestays: Huazhu Yuanshe Yitian Homestay, with beautiful pastoral scenery, where you can enjoy the tranquility of the countryside. 💗Other tips - Prepare waterproof bags for rafting in summer, and wear non-slip shoes when visiting karst caves. - Some scenic spots such as Zhaji Ancient Town and Longchuan Scenic Area require advance ticket booking. - It is forbidden to use flash in the ancestral halls of ancient villages, and it is best to obtain consent before taking photos of local craftsmen.

#discoverchina Hidden beneath tranquil natural surroundings lies Longchuan, a timeless town steeped in history and charm. The ancient Hu Clan Ancestral Hall stands as a proud testament to tradition, while the Yi Shi Memorial Archway and Longchuan Water Street whisper stories of culture and legacy. The Hu Zongxian Mansion adds depth to this harmonious blend of architecture and heritage, creating a destination that feels like stepping into a world both enduring and alive. Nature’s touch complements the historic atmosphere, making every visit a journey through time’s serene embrace. Longchuan Scenic Area isn’t just a spot on the map—it’s a doorway into the soul of history, surrounded by the quiet beauty of nature. 🌿✨🏛️📜

| Jixi Longchuan In the ink painting landscape of southern Anhui lies an ancient town with a thousand years of history - Jixi Longchuan. Surrounded by mountains and waters, this ancient village is home to the Hu clan and exudes rich Hui-style charm everywhere. 🌟Hu Family Ancestral Hall: Known as the "First Ancestral Hall in Jiangnan," stepping inside feels like entering a palace of wooden carving art. The exquisite wood carvings tell stories of years past in every detail - figures, flowers, birds, and auspicious beasts are all lifelike, making visitors marvel at the superb craftsmanship of ancient artisans. It truly deserves its reputation as a "palace of national art." 🌟Yishi Shangshu Memorial Archway: An authentic Ming Dynasty stone archway that represents the pinnacle of Hui-style stone carving. The carvings on the archway are simple yet magnificent, with eight powerful characters "Yishi Gongbao" and "Yishi Shangshu" said to be calligraphy by the master Wen Zhengming. Having weathered hundreds of years of storms, it still stands tall, witnessing Longchuan's past glory. Walking along the water street, traditional houses line both banks with white walls, black tiles, and horse-head walls in a pleasing arrangement. The flowing river reflects the buildings and ancient trees on its banks, with occasional ducks creating ripples as they swim by. Here, time seems to slow down, allowing you to fully experience this tranquility and beauty. Beyond these famous attractions, Longchuan has many small surprises waiting to be discovered. From elderly residents sunbathing at street corners to small shops making traditional foods, the town is full of local life. 🚗Transportation: First arrive at Jixi North Station, then take bus route 6/601 directly to the scenic area. If driving, navigate to "Jixi Longchuan Scenic Area" - parking lots are available inside. 🎫Admission: CNY 75 offline, more affordable at around CNY 64.5 when booked online in advance. Free entry before 7:30am and after 5:00pm. ⌚️Opening Hours: 07:30 - 17:00, recommended visiting time 1.5 - 2 hours. Come to Jixi Longchuan and encounter the beauty of Hui-style architecture that spans a thousand years!

‼️Xuancheng Travel Guide: A Picturesque Southern Anhui Secret Realm Blending Mountains, Rivers, and Ancient Charm** Xuancheng, located in southeastern Anhui Province, is an ancient city steeped in Tang and Song Dynasty poetry and a tourist destination where the landscapes and culture of southern Anhui intertwine. It boasts both Jingting Mountain, as described by Li Bai, and the rustic charm of Hui-style architecture, as well as the tranquility of the Taohuatan Scenic Area and the vibrant atmosphere of the Zha Ji Ancient Village. This guide will lead you to experience the essence of Xuancheng. ### **[Must-Visit Attractions]** 1. **Jingting Mountain** Li Bai's poem, "We never grow tired of each other, only Jingting Mountain remains," has made this "Poetry Mountain of Jiangnan" famous throughout the ages. Climbing the mountain offers a panoramic view of Wanling Lake and the entire city. In spring, you can admire the azaleas, and in autumn, you can view the colorful forests. The Twin Pagodas of Guangjiao Temple at the foot of the mountain are remnants of the Song Dynasty, exuding a profound sense of Zen. 2. **Taohuatan Scenic Area** Taohuatan in Jing County is famous because of Li Bai's "Gift to Wang Lun." The clear pool is like a mirror, and the ancient villages on both sides feature white walls and black tiles. In the early morning, when the mist is thick, take a bamboo raft and drift along the river, as if traveling back to the Tang Dynasty. The nearby **Zha Ji Ancient Village** (1.5 hours' drive from Xuancheng) is also worth a visit. The well-preserved Ming and Qing Dynasty Hui-style buildings are built along the stream, and the stone-paved alleys hide the living atmosphere of the original residents. 3. **Longchuan Scenic Area** Longchuan in Jixi County is where the Hu clan resides. The **Hu Family Ancestral Hall**, a national cultural heritage site, is known as the "Palace of Wood Carving Art." The hollow carvings in the ancestral hall are exquisite. The Yishi Shangshu Archway at the entrance of the village complements the landscape, showcasing the beauty of Huizhou's Feng Shui. 4. **Huihang Ancient Trail** A paradise for hiking enthusiasts, it is 20 km long and connects Jixi, Anhui, and Lin'an, Zhejiang. Along the way, you can see canyons, streams, and ancient bridges. In spring, the mountains are full of flowers, and in autumn, the forests are colorful. If your physical strength allows, it is recommended to walk the entire route. ### **[Featured Experiences]** - **Taste Huizhou Cuisine**: Jixi Hushi Yipin Pot, Shuiyang Three Treasures (duck feet buns, duck wings, spiced dried tofu), Jing County Qin Fish Steamed Eggs, and the "Jixi Ta Guo" for breakfast on the street should not be missed. - **Night Tour of North Gate Old Street**: The restored Ming and Qing Dynasty shops line both sides of the bluestone road. Taste stinky tofu, buy Xuan brushes and Xuan paper, and experience the nightlife of the ancient city. - **Xuan Paper Culture Park** (Jing County): Experience the making of Xuan paper, a national intangible cultural heritage, make a piece of paper by hand, and learn about the mystery of "paper lasting a thousand years." ### **[Useful Tips]** - **Transportation**: High-speed rail goes directly to Xuancheng Station. Taxis are convenient for attractions in the city. It is recommended to drive or charter a car to Taohuatan and Zha Ji (1-2 hours' drive). - **Accommodation**: Choose a hotel by Wanling Lake in the city center. For ancient villages, it is recommended to stay in a B&B in Zha Ji, such as "Zha Ji Ren Jia," where you can see the horse-head walls from the window. - **Best Season**: March-April for rapeseed flower fields, November for autumn red leaves, avoid the plum rain season in June-July.

Two-Day Self-Drive Trip from Changzhou Along the Anhui-Zhejiang Sky Road|||After my first self-drive trip to the Sichuan-Tibet Highway in Southern Anhui, I discovered how beautiful Southern Anhui really is So I went on another self-drive trip along the Anhui-Zhejiang Sky Road 😇😇 Day 1 (Rainy turning to cloudy) It takes about 2.5 hours to drive from Changzhou to Xuancheng 1️⃣ First stop: Zhang Mountain Grand Canyon, entrance fee CNY 54💰 It was raining that day. We were stubborn enough to buy tickets and go in, but there were very few people there. As we walked, we got more and more scared 🤣🤣 We were completely surrounded by mountains and water, with only the sound of water and rain. Shivering, we had to hurry through the whole route, which took about 2 hours. However, the water was really clean and the scenery was nice. It would be a great place to visit on a nice day. 2️⃣ Second stop: Longchuan Scenic Area, entrance fee CNY 75💰 🥹 Advertised as a 5A scenic spot But to be honest, the area is quite small Mostly inhabited by local residents Not very commercialized It was cloudy when we visited CNY 75 per person really wasn't worth it 🤣 They say you can get in for 🆓 after 5:30pm when security leaves - you can try your luck Day 2 (Sunny) 1️⃣ First stop: Kantou Village Water Street Not commercialized, perfect for an early morning stroll. Beautiful mountains and waters 2️⃣ Check-in at the entrance of the Anhui-Zhejiang Sky Road 3️⃣ Shang Village Scenic Area 🆓 An authentic rural village Felt like there were more tourists than locals 🥲 We visited in autumn when crops were being sun-dried 4️⃣ Lovers' Waterfall 5️⃣ Yunshan Ridge Observation Deck 6️⃣ Little Jiuhua Scenic Area 7️⃣ Dizang Grand Canyon The end of the Anhui-Zhejiang Sky Road reaches Zhejiang Province 😇 So we crossed through three provinces: Jiangsu-Anhui-Zhejiang 😅 The highest elevation of the Anhui-Zhejiang Sky Road is 1,158m. The mountain roads are easy to drive, not tiring at all. Perfect for a weekend leisure trip.

🏮Tired of battling the crowds in Hongcun Ancient Village? Then head to Jixi Longchuan Village! This charming, less-traveled village offers a unique and unforgettable travel experience. 🚩Basic Information 📍Address: Longchuan Village, Longchuan Town, Jixi County, Xuancheng City, Anhui Province 🎫Tickets: Original price: CNY 75/person. Book online in advance for a CNY 10 discount. ⌚Opening Hours: Monday to Sunday, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Money-Saving Tip: Enter the village for free before 7:30 am and after 5:00 pm when the staff have left. What a bargain! 🚗Getting There If you're traveling by high-speed rail, take Bus No. 6 from the left side of the transportation hub at Jixi North Station. It costs just CNY 2 and takes about 15 minutes to reach the Jixi Museum. From there, take Bus No. 6 again for about 30 minutes to Longchuan Ancient Village. A taxi costs around CNY 40, but confirm the price with the driver beforehand. 🏯Things to Do Stepping into Longchuan Scenic Area is like traveling back in time. Surrounded by mountains and rivers, the village resembles a stunning ink painting. Its layout is shaped like a ship moored to the shore, with Longxu Mountain to the east and the Longchuan River flowing to the south, creating a natural feng shui treasure trove. Stroll along the charming water streets, paved with ancient stone slabs, and admire the rows of Hui-style houses with their white walls and black tiles. The horse head walls rise majestically, whispering tales of the past. The crystal-clear river flows gently, occasionally revealing small fish and shrimp playing in the water. Ancient bridges connect the two banks, offering picturesque photo opportunities. The Hu Clan Ancestral Hall is a must-see! Known as the "Museum of Wood Carving Art" and the "Hall of National Art," the ancestral hall boasts exquisite wood carvings that will leave you in awe. Each carving is lifelike, depicting figures, flowers, birds, and landscapes, as if imbued with life. These carvings are said to have fascinating stories behind them, so consider hiring a guide to gain a deeper understanding of their cultural significance. Don't miss the Yishi Shangsbu Archway, a Ming Dynasty stone archway that represents the pinnacle of Hui-style stone carving. The intricate carvings and the inscription "Yishi Shangsbu" (Generations of Ministers) and "Yishi Gongbao" (Generations of Palace Guardians) in Wen Zhengming's calligraphy add to its cultural charm. Beyond the cultural attractions, Longchuan's natural beauty is equally captivating. Take a leisurely walk along the river outside the village, enjoying the gentle breeze, the distant mountains, and the picturesque ancient village. 🍱Food Recommendations Don't leave Longchuan without sampling the local cuisine. Huizhou cuisine is a must-try, with dishes like stinky mandarin fish, hairy tofu, and Hu Shi Yi Pin Guo (Hu Shi's One-Pot Dish) offering unforgettable flavors. The local fermented rice cake is also a treat, with its sweet and soft texture. Longchuan is a true hidden gem, offering stunning scenery, rich culture, and a peaceful atmosphere. If you appreciate off-the-beaten-path destinations with charm and character, don't miss Jixi Longchuan Village!

1. Itinerary Overview - 3-Day Tour: Day 1: Mount Jingting - Xie Tiao Tower - Wanling Lake; Day 2: Chaji Ancient Town; Day 3: Taiji Cave - 5-Day Tour: Based on the 3-day tour, Day 4: Longchuan Scenic Area, Day 5: Peach Blossom Pool 2. Attractions 1. Mount Jingting: "No matter how long I gaze at it, I never tire of Mount Jingting." With high forest coverage, the mountain is lush and green. Along the hiking trails, you can admire ancient pavilions and stele forests. From the summit, you can overlook the entire city of Xuancheng. The scenery varies with the seasons: spring flowers, summer shade, autumn foliage, and winter snow. 2. Xie Tiao Tower: A famous historical and cultural tower with simple and elegant architecture. Inside, there are displays of poems, calligraphy, and paintings by Xie Tiao and other literati. Ascending the tower, you can experience the artistic conception of poets from a thousand years ago as they looked out from the railing and composed poems. The tower is even more charming when lit up at night. 3. Wanling Lake: A vast expanse of clear water surrounded by a beautiful ecological environment. Stroll or cycle along the lake, enjoying the picturesque scenery and watching water birds play. At dusk, the setting sun casts a breathtaking glow on the lake's surface. 4. Chaji Ancient Town: A well-preserved Ming and Qing Dynasty ancient village, where ancient bridges, flowing water, and houses form a beautiful ink painting. Wander through the alleys, admire the wood, brick, and stone carvings of Huizhou architecture, and experience the tranquility of time. 5. Taiji Cave: One of the "Four Wonders of the World," the cave features unique landscapes, including stalactites, stalagmites, and stone pillars. You can take a boat tour through the underground river. Under the illumination of colorful lights, the cave resembles a fairyland. 6. Longchuan Scenic Area: The Hu Clan Ancestral Hall is the highlight of the scenic area. With magnificent architecture and exquisite wood carvings, it is known as the "Museum of Wood Carving Art." There are also other historical sites within the scenic area, such as the Yishi Shanshu Archway, where you can learn about the rich history and culture. 7. Peach Blossom Pool: Famous for Li Bai's poem "To Wang Lun," the pool has clear, sparkling water. Nearby is the Peach Blossom Pool Ancient Town, where you can experience traditional folk culture and take a boat tour to immerse yourself in the romantic atmosphere of the poem. 3. Food Exploration 1. Shuiyang Sanbao: Duck feet, duck wings, and duck intestines, marinated and flavorful, with a firm and chewy texture, spicy yet not overpowering. 2. Ningguo Baba: Made with flour dough and filled with various ingredients such as fresh bamboo shoots, dried tofu, and diced meat. After frying, the outer layer is crispy, and the filling is soft and sticky, with an enticing aroma. 3. Jixi Ta Guo: Thin as paper, filled with wild vegetables, pickled vegetables, dried tofu, and other ingredients according to your preference. Crispy and flavorful, the more you chew, the more fragrant it becomes. 4. Jingxian Qinyu Bing: Made with Qinyu fish, flour, and other ingredients. It is a delicious and nutritious local snack. 4. Accommodation Recommendations 1. City Center: Hotels near the city center are recommended for convenient transportation and access to various amenities and attractions. 2. Chaji Ancient Town: Choose a homestay within the ancient town to experience the antique atmosphere and the tranquility of the night. 3. Longchuan Scenic Area: Farm stays are available near the scenic area, offering authentic local cuisine and a close-up experience of rural life. 5. Transportation Guide 1. External Transportation: Xuancheng has a high-speed railway station with direct connections to many cities. You can also travel to Hefei or Nanjing first and then transfer to a bus to Xuancheng. 2. Internal Transportation: Public buses within the city can reach major attractions. For traveling to surrounding scenic areas, tourist buses or chartered cars are convenient options.

[Scenic] Dakengkou Village, Yingzhou Township, Jixi County, Anhui Province, is an ancient village called "Longchuan" in ancient times. It is a famous "Jinshi Village" in Huizhou. During the Ming Dynasty, there were more than 10 people in the village who were promoted to Jinshi. The most famous of them was the 14th year of Chenghua in the Ming Dynasty (1478 AD). Prince Shaobao and Hu Fu, the Minister of Household Affairs in Nanjing, were promoted to Jinshi in the Zhongwuxu Branch 60 years later. In the 17th year of Jiajing (AD 1538), Hu Zongxian was a Jinshi in the Wuxu Branch and an official to Prince Taibao and Minister of War. [Scenic] There are still historical sites in the village such as "Longchuan Hu's Ancestral Hall", "Yishishang Shufang", "Hu Bingheng's House" and "Hu Zongxian's Former Residence". [One]Hu's clan ci The Hu family's ancestral temple was built in the 25th year of the Jiajing reign of the Ming Dynasty. The wood carvings in the temple are exquisite, and it is known as the "Wood Sculpture Art Museum" and the "National Art Palace". [Two]Yishishangshufang Yishi Shangshufang is an authentic stone carving archway of the Ming Dynasty, representing the highest level of Huizhou stone carving. The inscriptions "Yi Shi Shangshu" and "Yi Shi Gong Bao" are the handwritings of Wen Zhengming, a great calligrapher in the Ming Dynasty. [Three]Hu Bingheng’s House Hu Bingheng's house is a typical Huizhou style building in the middle and late Qing Dynasty. [Four]Hu Zongxian Shaobao Mansion Hu Zongxian Shaobao Mansion is the former residence of Hu Zongxian, Minister of War during the Jiajing period of the Ming Dynasty and a famous anti-Japanese official. It has a history of more than 400 years. Due to historical reasons, part of the former residence was destroyed. Now the main building, east-facing building, west-facing bungalow, front courtyard and rear garden have been restored. [Five] Dragon Beard Paper Making Technique: Intangible Cultural Heritage. 🎫Tickets: 1. Full ticket for adults: 75 yuan/person. 2. Half-price admission for seniors and students aged 60-65. 3. Free admission for those over 65 years old. [1:00] The scenic area is open from 7:30 to 17:30 every day.

Hey guys! Here's a guide to a 2-day trip to Jixi, a quaint town with ancient charm. Read this to avoid any pitfalls! Save it now! 💖 -------- Places to visit: Longchuan Scenic Area ⭐⭐⭐ Address: Longchuan Village, Longchuan Town, Jixi County, Xuancheng City Opening hours: 8:00 am–5:20 pm Duration: 2 hours A boat-shaped village with Huizhou-style architecture, home to the Hu family, where you can experience the fusion of ancient and tranquil. Huihang Ancient Trail ⭐⭐⭐ Address: Jiangnan Village, Fuling Town, Jixi County, Xuancheng City, Anhui Province Opening hours: 8:00 am–4:30 pm Duration: 1 day A historic trail that was an important route from Huizhou to Hangzhou in ancient times, where you can experience the charm and style of the ancient trail. -------- 🎒 Travel checklist: Must-have items for a trip to Jixi 🧳 👕 Clothing: Jixi is already in autumn in November, so remember to bring a warm coat and sweater. Hiking shoes are a must to comfortably explore the mountains and rivers of Jixi. 🎩 Accessories: Hats and sunglasses are a must for sun protection and style. Bring a lightweight backpack to carry all your travel essentials. 📄 Documents: Don't forget your ID card and student ID, as you may need them for discounts at attractions. Bring some cash and a bank card just in case. 🍞 Food: Bring some dry food and snacks to replenish your energy during the trip. A water bottle is also important to stay hydrated. 📷 Entertainment: Prepare a camera or phone to capture beautiful moments. Don't forget a power bank to keep your devices charged. -------- If you like Jixi, don't forget to like and save this post! More exciting things are waiting for you to explore in Jixi~🌈✨

Longchuan Scenic Area is like a serene landscape painting, where ancient villages and clear streams complement each other, full of rich historical charm. Strolling along the stone-paved paths, surrounded by green mountains and swaying bamboo, the fresh mountain air brings a sense of relaxation and comfort. The villages here retain their original appearance, with stone bridges, paths, and old houses telling stories of the past. Upon reaching the banks of the Longchuan River, the clear water reflects the green mountains on both sides, with gentle waves lapping against the stones on the shore, inviting one to stop and listen. The natural aura between Longchuan's mountains and waters makes it feel as if time has stopped, allowing one to completely escape the hustle and bustle of the city. When the morning sunlight falls on the mountains, the entire village is bathed in a gentle glow, as if time has turned back to the tranquil days of the past. This place is not just a scenic spot, but also a place of cultural heritage. The Longchuan Scenic Area offers not only visual enjoyment but also a unique experience of conversing with history, making it a place that leaves a lasting impression and endless memories.

|Jixi Huizhou next month will be the ceiling of autumn colors in China. Anhui Xuancheng Jixi Longchuan Scenic spot introduction: The reason why Longchuan Scenic Area can be rated as a 5A scenic spot is probably inseparable from the two Ming Dynasty archways, the Hu Ancestral Hall and the former residence of Hu Zongxian. The typical Hui style buildings are on both sides of the river, which leads to the Dengyuan River. Reasons for recommendation: 1~ I came here because I wanted to see the typical Huizhou architecture (residential houses, archways, ancestral halls), and secondly, I wanted to soak up the aura of the Feng Shui treasure land. 2~ There are two places in the village with high tourist value. The Hu Ancestral Hall in Longchuan has the reputation of "Wood Sculpture Art Museum" and "Art Palace" because of its "large scale, long time, good completeness, and beautiful decoration." 3~ On both sides of Water Street, the carvings of Yishishang Shufang are extremely gorgeous. Duxianfang stands facing each other on the other side of the stream. 4～Hu Bingheng’s house, walk into the alley near Longxi Bridge. Bus: Take bus No. 6 at Jixi North Station and go directly to Longchuan Ancient Town. The journey takes about 30 minutes. Self-driving ~ Navigate to Jixi Longchuan Scenic Area Scenic area opening hours: 8:00-17:00 Check-in attractions guide/scenic spots to watch: 1. The Hu Ancestral Hall in Longchuan is known as the first ancestral hall in the south of the Yangtze River and is known as the "Wood Sculpture Art Museum" and the "National Art Palace". 2. Longchuan Scenic Spot - The Ming Dynasty stone carving archway in Yishi Shangshufang is the best stone carving in Huizhou style. 3. Longchuan Post Road - The post road was a passage for documents in ancient times and is now an observation deck. Scenic spot location: Longchuan Scenic Area, Jixi County, Xuancheng City, Anhui Province Recommended play time: 3 to 4 hours Food and accommodation guide: Stay~ Check out the B&B online in advance. Be sure to inquire in advance whether it is within or outside the scenic area, and read the real reviews and pictures in the reviews. Eat ~ smelly mandarin fish and Jixi fried rice noodles, which are quite unique Food recommendations: Jixi vermicelli, stinky mandarin fish, hairy tofu, etc. are all Huizhou specialties. Choose according to your personal taste. Tour route guide: In the center of the county is the Jixi Museum, and next to it is the Hu Xueyan Memorial Hall. There is also Jixi Lane in the city where you can visit, but it is relatively deserted. There are many ancient Huizhou villages outside the city. Longchuan Village is the most famous. In addition, there is the former residence of Hu Shi in Shangzhuang Village, Taiji Lake Village, which is shaped like Tai Chi, and Renli Village, etc... There are also natural scenery, Huihang Ancient Road, etc. I look forward to a chance encounter with you whom I have never met before in November.

How to travel in southern Anhui for the first time when you are from the north and drive yourself🚗 Many people who come here to play ignore She County 🚄Transportation route: Take the high-speed rail to Huangshan North Station, then take a taxi to the ancient city, or take the high-speed rail directly to Shexian North Station 🚗Self-driving route: The approximate route is Jixi County (Meiganling, Longchuan Scenic Area, Yangchan Tulou) - She County (Yuliangba, Huizhou Ancient City) - Huizhou (Xixi South, Chengkan) Attractions: 1️⃣ Huizhou Ancient City (where you can take photos of Hanfu) 2️⃣Yangchan Tulou (suitable for viewing the sea of ​​clouds in autumn and winter) 3️⃣Shitan (the sea of ​​clouds after the rain is really amazing) 4️⃣Poshan (the best viewing platform for sunrise and sunset) 5️⃣ Zhupu (a century-old ancient road, climbing mountains) Food recommendations: 🍱A local restaurant near Meiganling, Jiapeng local cuisine, very very very delicious, simple dried bamboo shoots, dried tofu and shredded pork, and fried pork belly with mushrooms whose names I don't know, are fragrant and go well with rice. There are also many small restaurants around, She The county is one of the birthplaces of Anhui cuisine. You can try the local Anhui cuisine, such as hairy tofu and stinky mandarin fish. They are delicious.

| Huihang Ancient Road Route. Come take a look at this Longchuan scenic spot | Huihang Ancient Road Route 🌟Travel through thousands of years and encounter the secret place of Huizhou’s ancient charm - Jixi Longchuan Scenic Area✨ Are you longing for an adventure in an ancient village that can be taken away at any time? 👣 Come, let us unveil the mystery of Longchuan Scenic Area in Jixi County, Anhui Province. This is a 5A-level fairyland garden hidden in the world, waiting for every traveler. 🚗【Traffic Tips】 Take a leisurely bus trip: From Jixi North Station, hop on the No. 6 bus. With the scenery passing by the window, in about half an hour's leisurely journey, the ancient town of Longchuan slowly unfolds before your eyes. 🚌 Self-driving: Just click on the navigation with your fingertips to reach Jixi Longchuan Scenic Area, and let the wheels take you across the boundary between reality and ancient charm. 🛣️ 👣【Exploring the Secrets of Huihang Ancient Road】 Embark on the Hui-Hangzhou Ancient Trail, starting from the "Jiangnan First Village Wooden House Inn" or the entrance to Anhui, and a hiking feast through nature and history begins! 🏞️ Along the way, you can see the magnificence of the West Temple Waterfall, the tranquility of Shicha Pavilion, the blue waves of Xiaoyao Reservoir, the wild charm of Huangmaopei, the thrill of the single-plank bridge, the coolness of Xiaoyao Falls, the poetry of Xiaxuetang and Shangxuetang, the vastness of the blue sky, and even the southern sky. The magnificence of the door, every step is a view, every moment is worth remembering. 👣🏞️ 📸【A must-visit place for check-in】 Longchuan Hu’s Ancestral Hall🏯——The reputation of “the first ancestral hall in the south of the Yangtze River” is by no means unfounded. It is a treasure of wood carving art and the brilliance of national culture, as if time has frozen here. Yishishangshufang🏛️ - The stone archway of the Ming Dynasty, the pinnacle of Huizhou stone carvings, is so majestic that people can't help but stop and look up. Longchuan Post Road🛤️ - The ancient post road has witnessed the passage of time, and now it has added a bit of elegance to the scenery. Longchuan Water Street🏞️ - On the stone road, history and modernity are intertwined, the river is long, and the scenery on both sides is infinite. It is an excellent place to experience the slow life of Huizhou. Hu Zongxian Shaobao Mansion 🏰 - A hall to commemorate the anti-Japanese heroes, with four exhibition halls and heroic deeds that make people feel respectful. 🍽️【Huizhou on the tip of the tongue】 Don’t forget, there are also mouth-watering local delicacies waiting for you: the aroma of fried noodles, the spiciness of spicy vermicelli, the smoothness of Jixi vermicelli, the crispiness of Huizhou pancakes, the freshness of Huaru frog, the mellowness of noodles with toppings... Every bite is an ultimate temptation for the taste buds! 🍜🌶️ Jixi Longchuan is a place you won’t want to leave once you come here, an ancient village where the soul can rest. Are you ready? 🎒💨

📍**Detailed Location Introduction:** Located in the southeastern part of Anhui Province, at the junction of Anhui, Jiangsu, and Zhejiang provinces, it is a dazzling pearl in the central region of the Yangtze River Delta. This place not only boasts a profound historical and cultural heritage but also possesses captivating natural scenery that leaves visitors enthralled. 🌿**Attraction Introduction:**

Longchuan Scenic Area in Jixi County, Xuancheng City, Anhui Province, is located in Longchuan Village, Jixi County, southern Anhui. It is an ancient village with a thousand-year history where the Hu family has lived together for generations. Longchuan Tourist Scenic Area combines cultural and natural landscapes. The Hu Clan Ancestral Hall is the number one ancestral hall in Jiangnan, known as the "Museum of Wood Carving Art" and the "Palace of National Art." The Yishi Shangshu Archway is an authentic stone archway from the Ming Dynasty and is the finest example of Huizhou stone carving.

If you like the scenery of southern Anhui and don't want to be in crowded places, you must check this out—Anhui Xuancheng A truly niche travel destination, with distant green mountains and nearby babbling streams along the way, and at the foot of the mountains are the pastoral sceneries of ancient Huizhou villages ✅Must-visit attractions: Yangchan Tulou: Earth buildings among the mountains, scattered in an orderly fashion. Due to inconvenient transportation, the mountain people have been using local materials for hundreds of years, paving roads with bluestone, building bridges with slabs, and constructing houses with earth, which is very characteristic Renli Ancient Town: The ancient ferry dock from five hundred years ago, the town's architecture is mainly composed of dark tiles, blue bricks, and white walls, known as 'the small Jixi County, the large Renli Village' Longchuan Scenic Area: A 5A scenic spot, on the way to this area you can see many small bridges crossing the river, the scenery is very good, and you can choose to visit the ancient town Zhangshan Grand Canyon: Hiking through the canyon, you can enjoy the strange peaks and rocks, dense forests, waterfalls along the way, and a rich variety of rare animals and plants Chujia Beach/Xijin Ferry: Traveling on a bamboo raft, shuttling through the sea of bamboo, in the misty rain season or morning fog, you can watch the thin mist lingering in the mountains and lakes Wan Zhe Tian Road: A beautiful mountain road driving route, where you can enjoy terraced fields, southern Anhui villages, sea of clouds in the mountains, the scenery is very beautiful Jingtai Mountain: Featured in Li Bai's poem 'Sitting Alone on Jingtai Mountain', the mountain has four characteristics: poetry, Buddha, tea, and wine Xuan Paper Cultural Park: The gray-white buildings, like a stack of paper, are very photogenic Peach Blossom Pool: 'The water of Peach Blossom Pool is a thousand feet deep, not as deep as Wang Lun's affection for me' It is recommended to visit after the rain or in light rain, the lake is shrouded in mist, like a fairyland 🏃🏻My travel itinerary: Day1: Yangchan Tulou—Longchuan Scenic Area—Renli Ancient Town—Zhangshan Grand Canyon Day2: Wan Zhe Tian Road—Ningguo—Xijin Ferry—Chujia Beach—Xuancheng—Jingtai Mountain—Jing County Day3: Xuan Paper Cultural Park—Peach Blossom Pool (beautiful scenery in rainy weather)—Chaji Ancient Town 📝 If there are not many cars on the southern Anhui Sichuan-Tibet route, you can take this route, Ningguo directly to Jing County, Jingtai Mountain can be skipped if it's not interesting, there are many attractions on the southern Anhui Sichuan-Tibet route 🍲Food: Xuancheng stinky mandarin fish, Jixi tart, Ningguo baba, iron pot stew, Shuiyang three treasures, steamed meat with rice flour 🏠Accommodation: Book on the same day in the county/city area 🚗Transportation: Self-driving tour, there is also public transportation

For this vacation, we chose a treasure town: Jixi County! Because taking the high-speed rail is not a self-driving tour, this article is the most practical transportation guide for rural tourism in Jixi! All attractions are free! Itinerary: first day At noon, the high-speed train arrived at Jixi North Station. In the afternoon, we visited three scenic spots in the county. With enough time, we also went to Renli Village, which is very close. Jixi Museum-Three Carvings Museum-Chinese Hui Cuisine Museum-Renli the next day Longchuan-Shangcun-Meiganling-Kantou Village Transportation guide for the first day: The three museums are all within the county seat and can be reached by taking bus No. 3 or No. 7! To go to Renli, take bus No. 6 or 601/602 in the county seat and arrive in 15 minutes. Transportation on the second day: 1. Take Route 601 at Jixi Passenger Transport Hub at 6 a.m. and arrive at Longchuan at 6:30. No one is on duty before 7:30, so it’s free! 2. After the tour, wait for the 603 bus that departs from the county at 9:20 at the 601 bus drop-off point, get on the bus at 9:50, and arrive in Shangcun at 10:50! Play for an hour 3. Take the 603 return bus from Shangcun at 12:00 and get off at Meiganling 10 minutes later. 4. Enjoy the scenery at Meiganling Observation Deck and walk 2 kilometers to Kantou Village. 5. Visit Kantou Village Water Street and residential buildings, and take bus 506 at the station 100 meters away from the village entrance at 1:30 pm to return to the county town. 6. High-speed rail home hotel: It is recommended to live near the county government. It is very close to the train station and bus station. There are many small hotels and Jixi International Hotel. There are many restaurants and it is convenient. About Jixi: Jixi is the southernmost county in Xuancheng, Anhui Province, and is also the birthplace of micro culture. Jixi, a treasure trove, is very suitable for self-driving in Hangzhou and Nanjing on weekends. You can take the high-speed train to Jixi North Station and travel by bus in the city. There are many outstanding people and historical celebrities here, and it is also the hometown of Anhui cuisine! Weicai, one of the eight major cuisines in China, came to the world from Jixi~ County attractions: 1.Jixi County Museum It is worth checking in. It is the largest county museum in Anhui. It is a small county with hidden dragons and crouching tigers. The Jixi Museum is the work of Li Xinggang, the master of bird's nest design. You can watch it for 1 hour. 2.Three Sculptures Museum The renovation of the ancestral hall is not big but there is something to see There are many west ridges, which are quite solemn and not suitable for taking pictures. You can watch them 30 minutes 3. Chinese Anhui Cuisine (Micro Kitchen) Museum The signature dish is Hu Shi Yipin Guo. After all, it is Hu Shi’s hometown. The average per capita is 100. The above three places are not far apart. They are all in the county. You can visit them together. Rural attractions: 1, Thousand Years Renli Small Jixi County, big Renli Village! An ancient village, walk around for 1 hour 2. Longchuan Scenic Area You can overlook the entire Longchuan from the rooftop of a nearby B&B. No tickets are required before 7:30, and it will take almost an hour to visit. 3, Shangcun An ancient village with quite a unique character. You can walk around in one hour. Don’t miss the viewing platform on the hillside! 4,Meiganling There is a viewing platform with very good views of the terraced fields, rapeseed flowers and mountain peaks. After seeing the scenery, we walked 2 kilometers along the walking trail. The scenery was good along the way, and finally we reached the Water Street in Kantou Village! 5. Kantou Village, Jiapeng Township Similar to watching "Go Where the Wind Is", I felt the relaxation I had not seen for a long time after entering the mountain village. The Pingding Mountain Observation Deck in the village is really beautiful to watch the sunrise, morning fog and terraced fields.

It is the ancestral temple of China. I originally went there with the intention of visiting the Hu's Ancestral Hall and paying tribute to Hu Zongxian. Unexpectedly, I found myself in a peach blossom utopia. The mountains are clear, the waters are pure, and the air is filled with the fragrance of flowers and the songs of birds. Bridges span the flowing waters, and paths crisscross the landscape. It truly left a deep impression on me. Among the ancestral halls I have seen in China, the Hu's Ancestral Hall stands out in terms of scale, status, and intricacy. It is simply awe-inspiring.

China's Longchuan, located 11 kilometers east of Jixi County in Anhui Province, is a national AAAAA-level tourist attraction and a provincial scenic spot. It is the ancestral home of Comrade Hu Jintao, the former General Secretary of the CPC Central Committee, President of the State, and Chairman of the Central Military Commission. An ancient village dominated by the Hu surname, traditional Huizhou-style buildings line both sides of the river, creating a picturesque scene with quiet lanes, white walls, and black tiles, all embodying the essence of an ancient Huizhou village.

5A Longchuan Scenic Area|||The Longchuan Scenic Area in Jixi, Xuancheng City, Anhui Province is a national AAAAA-level tourist attraction officially approved by the National Tourism Administration. It is located in Longchuan Village, Jixi County, southern Anhui, and is an ancient village where the Hu family has lived together for a thousand years. Longchuan Village is an ancient village with a history of more than 1600 years. Originally, this place was a barren river beach overgrown with Vitex trees and was known as Jinglinli because it was rich in golden (Vitex) honey. In 318 AD, Hu Yan, with the title of Sanqi Changshi, led troops to guard Shezhou. In the third year of Xiankang (337 AD), Hu Yan traveled from Huayang Town and came here. Seeing the terrain with 'Dragon Peak rising to the east, Cock's Comb standing to the west, Celestial Horse galloping up from the south, and the long stream (Dengyuan River) meandering from the north,' he admired the beautiful mountains and waters and settled in Jinglinli at the mouth of Longchuan with his clan (from 'Longchuan Hu Family Genealogy'). Thus, Hu Yan became the ancestor of the Longchuan Hu family. In the second year of Yongtai of the Tang Dynasty (766 AD), Jixi County was established from the division of She County's Huayang Town, and Longchuan was part of it. Throughout the dynasties, the affiliation of Huizhou Prefecture and Jixi County often changed, but Longchuan always belonged to it. The Ming Dynasty was the heyday of Longchuan Village's development. The village had a large population, a prosperous economy, and placed great emphasis on the imperial examinations, becoming the famous 'Jinshi Village.' More than ten people from the village became Jinshi, among whom the most famous were Hu Fu, who became the Jinshi in the 14th year of the Chenghua period (1478 AD) and rose to the positions of Taizi Shaobao and Nanjing Minister of the Household, and Hu Zongxian, who became Jinshi 60 years later in the 17th year of the Jiajing period (1538 AD) and rose to the positions of Taizi Taibao and Minister of the Military Department. During the prosperous Ming Dynasty, the village's architecture had already covered the entire range of Longchuan's 'boat-shaped village.' Since the Qing Dynasty, Longchuan gradually declined. The villagers' official careers were no longer as prominent as in the Ming Dynasty, the population slowly decreased, many buildings gradually collapsed, and the range of village buildings also gradually shrank from the entire boat-shaped village to mainly the settlements north of the Longchuan River. Entering the new century, the People's Government of Jixi County, in accordance with the national and provincial government's documents and regulations on the protection of historical and cultural cities, formulated a 'protection plan' for Longchuan Village centered around Longchuan Water Street. The plan combines the protection of the water street and the history of the ancient village with the social and economic development, village infrastructure construction, and improvement of residents' living conditions, to adapt to the development of a well-off society and the tourism industry.

After Qingming, I went to southern Anhui and originally considered going to the Anhui-Tibet line, but I chose Jixi instead because I was afraid of traffic jams and didn't know how to drive. The route was Longchuan Scenic Area-Zhangshan Grand Canyon-Millennium Renli. We were too tired to go to Jiapeng Township and the ancient Huizhou-Hangzhou trail, and we didn't drive ourselves, so we contacted the B&B owner to charter a car. 🏞️ Longchuan Scenic Area and Renli - Longchuan Scenic Area: Not many people, beautiful scenery, and it takes at most two hours to stroll around leisurely. - Millennium Renli: The colorful rapeseed fields during Qingming were super beautiful. Now the rapeseed flowers are gone. If you pass by or have extra time, you can consider visiting Renli, but it's not necessary to go there specifically. 🏞️ Zhangshan Grand Canyon - Zhangshan Grand Canyon: It's not difficult for girls to walk down, and the scenery is beautiful. 🏨 Accommodation - It is recommended to stay near the Longchuan Scenic Area for convenience in touring. The scenery of our B&B was right next to the scenic area, and we could also have meals there. The accommodation cost only about two hundred yuan during Qingming, and the owner was very nice, picking us up from the high-speed rail station for free and even cooking for us when we hadn't eaten. 📸 Photography Recommendation - There is a pavilion near the Tianran Farm Bus Stop with a superb view, highly recommended for those who want to capture the landscape of southern Anhui. 🚍 Transportation Guide - You can take a bus directly from the high-speed rail station to the Tianran Farm Bus Stop, which is very convenient. 🚗 It only takes 15 minutes from Jixi to Huangshan by high-speed rail, and about an hour by car. For the May Day holiday, you can consider the Jingxian-Jixi-Huangshan route.

The Jixi Longchuan scenic area is a national AAAAA-level tourist attraction officially approved by the National Tourism Administration, located in Longchuan Village, Jixi County, southern Anhui. It is an ancient village where the Hu family has lived together for a thousand years. The Longchuan tourist scenic area combines cultural and natural landscapes. The Hu's Ancestral Hall is known as the number one ancestral hall in southern China, and is also referred to as the 'Wood Carving Art Museum' and the 'Hall of National Arts.' The Yishi Shangshu Fang is a stone archway from the Ming dynasty, representing the pinnacle of Huizhou stone carving. In 1988, it was designated as a national key cultural relics protection unit. In 1986, it was designated as a key cultural relics protection unit of Anhui Province. In March 2017, it was rated as a national scenic spot. Longchuan Scenic Area

There is such a beautiful place in Anhui.📍Longchuan Scenic Area, Jixi County, Anhui 📍: Jixi Longchuan Ancient Town Bus🚌North Bus Station→Longchuan Scenic Area (Tickets required) I'm growing fonder of immersing myself in nature, emptying my mind. Venturing out, yet I find myself walking back to me. Anxious and troubled, perhaps there's no walking out of the answers. But there will always be a breeze that scatters the excess emotions. Walk slowly, look slowly, let go of the anxious state. Some say what's so fun about an ancient town, such a tiny place and the tickets aren't worth it. I say it depends on what you consider fun, I just want that relaxed state to stroll around, see the small bridges and flowing water, watch the elderly sit leisurely, observe the traces of time on the buildings, see the worldly life, so I think it's fun. Just walk at your own pace. Entered at 5 am when the sky was dimly lit, the sun had not yet risen Just entered under the 'Water Street' archway, saw a few mischievous stray cats The quiet ancient town, the early risers among the locals washing clothes by the creek The shallow creek is clear, babbling... Took a leisurely walk and snapped some photos Locals carrying tools crossing the old bridge The 'mist' on the water The light and shadow among the trees Didn't expect Anhui to have such a serene and beautiful place The ancient town is quite large and worth a good stroll around～and there's the number one ancestral hall in the south of the Yangtze River: Hu's Ancestral Hall Ticket: 65💰 💙Friendly reminder: Free entry before 6 am Getting up early means fewer people and saving money, why not do it

China's Longchuan, located in Longchuan Village, 11 kilometers east of Jixi County, Anhui Province, is a national AAAAA level tourist attraction and a provincial scenic spot. It is the ancestral home of Comrade Hu Jintao, the former General Secretary of the CPC Central Committee, the President of the State, and the Chairman of the Central Military Commission. China's Longchuan, with beautiful mountains and waters, is a place of outstanding people. The Dragon Peak (Longxu Mountain) stands in the east, the Stone Baton (Mountain) stands in the west, the Heavenly Horse (Mountain) turns south, the Dengshui (Dengyuan River) comes from the north, it is next to the green mountains, and the blue water, the fields are vast, and the smoke is curling; Longchuan Creek flows around the village to the east, converging into the Dengyuan River, forming the most beautiful village water mouth in ancient Huizhou; the village is shaped like a boat, like a dragon boat going out to sea, it can be called a geomantic treasure.

Jixi in Anhui is one of the national historical and cultural cities, and it was also the most important county in the ancient Huizhou Prefecture. If Shexian is considered the root of Huizhou, then Jixi must be the fruit of Huizhou. Many 'Gongfangming' such as Hui merchants, Hui cuisine, and Hui ink all originated from Jixi. With its beautiful mountains and clear waters, and its reputation for outstanding people and spirit of the place, how could one not visit Jixi? Traveling alone to Jixi in Anhui, to reminisce about the county with the most authentic Huizhou atmosphere, is a joy indeed! 1. Accommodation budget: Although Jixi's economy is not very strong, the cost of living is quite a bit higher than the surrounding areas. The accommodation environment is average, but the room rates are not low. Choosing a budget chain hotel costs 198 yuan per night, totaling 396 yuan for two nights. 2. Dining budget: In Jixi, not only is the hotel cost-performance not high, but the price of meals is also on the higher side. Fortunately, Jixi's Hui cuisine has a long-standing reputation, which is acceptable. The average dining cost per person in Jixi is around 110 yuan, with a total of 5 main meals and 3 breakfasts over 3 days. The 5 main meals cost 600 yuan, and the 3 breakfasts cost 90 yuan, making the total dining budget 690 yuan. 3. Ticket budget: Ziyuan in Jixi costs 20 yuan, Zhangshan Grand Canyon 54 yuan, Huizhou Ancient Trail 58 yuan, Longchuan Scenic Area 65 yuan, totaling 197 yuan. 4. Transportation budget: Jixi city has a smaller population, and public transportation is not very developed. It is best to rely on taxis for city transportation, and local drivers all charge a fixed price. The taxi fare from Jixi North High-speed Railway Station or Jixi County Station to the hotel is generally around 15 yuan. The taxi fare to Ziyuan is 25 yuan, to Zhangshan Grand Canyon 200 yuan (round trip), to Huizhou Ancient Trail 120 yuan, to Longchuan Scenic Area 50 yuan. There are direct rural buses to Zhangshan Grand Canyon, Longchuan Scenic Area, and Huizhou Ancient Trail, with ticket prices not exceeding 20 yuan, but the bus schedules are very limited and require a lot of travel, so it is not recommended to take rural buses. The transportation budget is 410 yuan. The total budget for a 3-day, 2-night trip to Jixi is 396 yuan + 690 yuan + 197 yuan + 410 yuan = 1693 yuan.