Although not as famous as Hongcun, this is the Jiangnan depicted in ancient paintings

🌸Obsessed with the poetic dreamscapes all my life, I never imagined that the Huizhou in my dreams would be so vividly real before my eyes! 🍃✨ 'Symmetrical, balanced, exquisite,' these six words seem tailor-made for Xidi Ancient Village. 🏞️ The roads paved with blue bricks, the white walls and black tiles complement each other, and every frame seems like a scene from an ancient Jiangnan painting come to life. 🌿 📍Xidi, this ancient village honored as a 'World Cultural Heritage' site by UNESCO, retains the charm of the Ming and Qing dynasties, with the passage of time leaving deep marks. The village currently has 3 ancestral halls, 1 archway, and as many as 224 ancient dwellings from the 14th to 19th centuries! 🏛️ Wandering through the narrow alleys and under the low eaves, you will encounter countless students wielding their brushes, capturing the artistic atmosphere and blending poetry with life through their art. 🎨🖌️ 🏠The essence of Hui-style architecture is vividly displayed here. Wooden structures are the mainstay, complemented by finely carved wood, stone, and brick decorations, simple yet elegant. Every detail is a silent testament to history and culture, as if the bricks and tiles hide a thousand-year-old story, quietly waiting for the attentive listener. 📜🔍 🎉【Trip Highlights】: 🎯One-day tour/Two-day tour/Return on the same day, flexible options suitable for treasure moms👩‍👧, families👨‍👩‍👧‍👦, office workers👩‍💼👨‍💼, team outings👥; 🌿Green outings and flower viewing🌸, team building🤝, parent-child time👩‍👦, forest bathing🌳, picnics and barbecues🍖, photography and creation📷... A one-stop solution for diverse needs! 📍Must-visit in Xidi Ancient Village, with practical navigation information: 🗺️Self-driving: Locate 'Xidi Ancient Village Scenic Area Parking Lot', parking fee only 💰10 yuan; 🚌Bus: Depart from Huangshan North Station, about 70 minutes' drive, ticket price 💰23 yuan/person, with buses departing every hour directly to the destination; 🎫Ticket: Only 💰94 yuan/person, enjoy visiting both Xidi and Hongcun scenic areas, valid for up to 3 days, great value! 🕰️Recommended visiting time is about 3 hours, with dual-route planning for you to explore at will: .Route 1: Governor's Archway → Taoli Garden → West Garden → East Courtyard → Ancient Embroidery Building → Jing'ai Hall → Yingfu Hall → Zhuimu Hall; .Route 2: Qizhe Ancestral Hall → Mingjing Lake → Governor's Archway → Ruiyu Courtyard → Taoli Garden → West Garden → East Courtyard → Dafu Residence → Lufu Hall → Qingyun Pavilion → Zhuimu Hall → Xidi Post Office → Viewing Platform; 🌟【Scenic Spots Along the Way】: 🏞️Xidi: Surrounded by green mountains, with streams flowing through the village, standing on the viewing platform, you can see the clouds and mist swirling around, and the whole ancient village is in view. Little pubs and teahouses are scattered throughout, full of artistic flair; 🏞️Hongcun: 'Half ink painting, half fireworks,' the unique symmetrical aesthetics and dynamic water system are breathtaking. Ancient houses stand in rows, with reflections like paintings, and the historical charm is palpable; 🏞️Chengkan: An authentic ancient village that follows the layout of the 'I Ching' Bagua, with eight peaks surrounding it, three streets and ninety-nine alleys like a labyrinth inviting exploration. From the air, a natural Bagua map is clearly visible; 🍲【Local Cuisine】: 🍽️Hui Niang Private Kitchen: Taste authentic Hui cuisine, such as wild vegetable omelet with five-spice and smoked pork stir-fried with fresh bamboo shoots; 🍽️Sanwei Hall: Try special snacks, such as pork with pickled vegetables; 🍕Fan's Baked Buns: Crispy on the outside and fragrant on the inside, grandma's buns are not to be missed; 🥾【Hiking Tips】: 🌞Check the weather forecast, be prepared for sun protection and rain; 🍳Have a hearty and nutritious breakfast to fuel up for the day; 🧻Bring tissues, water, a portable lunch, power bank, and don't forget mosquito repellent to avoid bites; 🎒Fully equipped: windbreaker, long and short sleeve T-shirts, spare underwear, hiking shoes, backpack, rain gear, gloves, sun hat; 🌍Respect nature, leave no trace. Please bring your own garbage bags, take away all the trash you produce, care for the wilderness, and protect our green home. 🌍 🎈Pack your bags and get ready to set off, let's travel through time and step into this picturesque Huizhou dream together! 🎈🌼