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Anhui is a charming tourist destination with rich natural landscapes and historical and cultural relics. Below is a detailed travel guide for Hongcun, Huizhou Ancient Town and Tiantangzhai to help you better plan your trip.
Hongcun Tourism Guide
Hongcun is located in Hongcun Town, Yi County, Huangshan City, Anhui Province. It is famous for its unique Hui-style architecture and water village style. The recommended visit time is two days to fully experience its charm.
Transportation Guide: From Huangshan City, you can choose to take a bus or taxi to Yi County, and then transfer to a shuttle bus or chartered car to Hongcun. If you choose to travel by car, you can drive along the G56 Hangrui Expressway to the Yixian exit, and then follow the signs to Hongcun.
Ticket information: The ticket price for Hongcun is 104 yuan/person, and online booking can enjoy a discounted price of 94 yuan/person. The ticket is valid for three days and can be entered and exited repeatedly during this period.
Tour route:
1. Day 1: Enter the ancient town from the west gate, first visit South Lake and enjoy the beautiful scenery of lakes and mountains. After crossing the bridge, visit Nanhu Academy to learn about the cultural history of Hongcun. Next, head to Yuezhao, a landmark attraction in Hongcun where you can take photos. At noon, enjoy lunch at Huajing Tower beside Yuezhao and taste local delicacies. In the afternoon, visit the Wang Clan Ancestral Hall and Chengzhi Hall to experience the charm of ancient buildings.
2. Day 2: Go to Bishan Bookstore in the morning to experience the cultural atmosphere. At noon, taste the special food at Bishan Yunmen Cultural Home. In the afternoon, visit the Xiuli scenic area and enjoy a leisurely time.
Food recommendation: Hongcun’s food is mainly Anhui cuisine. We recommend tasting stinky mandarin fish, hairy tofu, and fried bamboo shoots with bacon. In addition, local specialty dim sum and snacks such as sesame cakes, candied haws, green rice balls, bean skin rolls, and baked cakes are also worth a try.
Accommodation suggestion: There are many quaint inns and B&Bs in Hongcun, such as the Boutique B&B in Other Places, which provide a comfortable accommodation experience.
Travel Guide to Huizhou Ancient City
The ancient city of Huizhou is located in She County, Huangshan City, Anhui Province. It is one of the four major ancient cities in China and is full of historical charm. The recommended visiting time is one day.
Transportation Guide: You can take the high-speed rail to Shexian North Station, and then take a taxi to Huizhou Ancient City, which takes about 15 minutes.
Tour route:
1. Enter from Wengcheng Gate and first visit Huizhou Museum to learn about the history of Huizhou. Next, visit the Xu State Stone Archway and Huizhou Government Office to experience the core charm of the ancient city. Stroll along Dousan Street and admire the ancient buildings from the Ming and Qing dynasties.
2. Morning: Enter Huizhou Ancient City from the west gate, and visit the Huizhou Government Office, Xuguo Stone Archway, Dousan Street, Tao Xingzhi Memorial Hall, Nanqian Building and other attractions to experience the historical and cultural heritage of the ancient city.
3. Afternoon: Go to Yuliangba to experience the tranquility and primitive beauty of the source of Huizhou merchants.
Food recommendation: Taste local specialties such as stone cake, Huangshan sesame cake, hairy tofu, stinky mandarin fish, etc., and enjoy the authentic Huizhou flavor.
Accommodation suggestions: You can choose to stay in an inn or B&B in the ancient city to experience the tranquil atmosphere of the ancient city, or choose a hotel around the ancient city to enjoy a modern accommodation environment.
Tiantangzhai Travel Guide
Tiantangzhai is located in Tiantangzhai Town, Jinzhai County, Lu'an City, Anhui Province. It attracts tourists with its magnificent natural scenery and rich historical and cultural heritage. The recommended tour duration is three days.
Transportation Guide:
1. Day 1: After arriving at Lu'an Station, take the bus to Tiantangzhai. After arrival, check in to the booked hotel, such as Tiantangzhai Qishan Kanyue B&B or Tiantangzhai Holiday Villa.
2. Day 2: Visit Tiantangzhaizhu Scenic Area in the morning and enjoy the waterfall view. In the afternoon, head to the Baima Grand Canyon to experience the tranquility and beauty of the canyon.
3. Day 3: In the morning, visit the former site of Liu-Deng’s Army Headquarters to learn about revolutionary history. In the afternoon, visit other attractions in Tiantangzhai, such as Qu Yuan Asking the Sky, Whales Leaving the Sea, etc.
Ticket information: It is recommended to book tickets online in advance to avoid waiting in line on site.
Food recommendation: Taste local specialties such as Tiantangzhai hanging pot chicken and enjoy delicious meals.
Accommodation suggestion: Choose accommodation in or around the scenic area to better appreciate the natural scenery and experience the local customs.
For more detailed information, it is recommended to check relevant travel websites or consult local travel agencies. Have a nice trip!