A charming ancient village with flowing water and small bridges
Experience staying in Diaoyuan ancient village🏯🍃
Stay in a thousand-year-old Gan-style village, home to the descendants of Ouyang Xiu✨, surrounded by vast ancient camphor forests🌳. Wander through the Bagua alleys, blue brick and black tile houses, and old courtyard homes to immerse yourself in the slow pace of Luling’s ancient villages. A great getaway near Ji’an🥰
🌿【Atmosphere | a hidden ancient village in a thousand-year-old camphor forest】
The entire village is built in a Bagua layout, with winding bluestone alleys🏮. Over 100 Ming and Qing dynasty Gan-style old houses are scattered throughout, featuring horse-head walls, old courtyards, and ponds that exude historic charm📸. More than 20,000 ancient camphor trees surround the village, filling the air with the fresh scent of camphor wood—a natural oxygen bar🌬️. Morning mist drifts over the village ponds, and the evening sun casts a warm glow on white walls and black tiles, creating an enchanting atmosphere.
The village is free from excessive commercialization, preserving the authentic village life vibe. Old ancestral halls, ancient theaters, and wells are everywhere to explore. Some guesthouses are renovated old homes, retaining rammed earth walls and courtyards. Listening to raindrops fall in the courtyard during rain is an unforgettable experience🌧️.
The village paths are long and leisurely. You can park at the village entrance parking lot🅿 and stroll through the ancient streets. Wearing Hanfu or modern Chinese-style outfits makes for stunning photos🎐.
🏡【Room experience | renovated old homes blending tradition and comfort】
There are many room types, including small courtyard rooms, terrace rooms, and duplex family courtyards👨👩👧👦, suitable for couples, family gatherings, or friends renting the whole courtyard.
The exterior of the old houses retains the original architecture, while the interiors are modernized👏. Natural wood and bamboo decor complement traditional antiques. Large windows offer views of ancient camphor trees and village courtyards. Some rooms have private courtyards or courtyard tea areas, perfect for relaxing with tea and daydreaming🍵.
The bedding is soft and skin-friendly🛌, with comfortable mattresses that wash away travel fatigue. Bathrooms have separate wet and dry areas🚿, stable hot water, and full amenities. Many rooms feature smart toilets, and some have floor heating, making stays cozy in autumn and winter.
The old buildings keep their historic texture and are especially quiet at night, letting you sleep peacefully with the camphor forest breeze😴. Due to the old walls, some rooms have weaker sound insulation.
🍜【Dining | authentic Luling farmhouse flavors😋】
Breakfast is full of local charm☀️, featuring firewood porridge, rice cakes, rice noodles, and homemade pickles—simple and delicious Ji’an flavors.
Main meals focus on Luling farmhouse dishes, including native chicken soup, mountain bamboo shoots, seasonal vegetables from rice fields, and fresh river delicacies. Most ingredients come from nearby farms, offering authentic, fresh flavors that go perfectly with rice.
You can dine at the village canteen or book a hot pot tea session🍂 to enjoy tea and chat in the courtyard, fully immersing yourself in the slow village life.
🎐【Leisure | immersive slow vacation in an ancient village】
✅ Stroll the Bagua alleys, visit the Ouyang ancestral hall, and learn about Luling’s ancient village history📜
✅ Experience Song dynasty tea preparation, movable type printing, and intangible cultural heritage crafts🎨
✅ Dress in Hanfu and wander the old alleys for perfect photos with a rich atmosphere
✅ Try farming activities, pick fresh vegetables and fruits, and connect with nature🌾
✅ Take a lantern-lit night walk through the village and gaze at the starry sky⭐
Nearby, you can visit the ancient theater and old ponds, enjoy a slow, peaceful stroll away from city noise—perfect for relaxing and unwinding.
💁【Service | warm, simple, and attentive】
The butler service is friendly and welcoming😊, explaining the village’s sightseeing routes and photo spots upon arrival. The village alleys are complex, so they carefully guide you to your room.
They respond promptly to requests and can help with luggage storage and booking craft experiences🤝. The service strikes the right balance—not intrusive, letting you enjoy the village’s tranquility freely.
📝Tips for your stay✨
1. The village has many alleys and stone steps, so comfortable flat shoes are recommended👟
2. The camphor forest is lush, so bring mosquito repellent🦟
3. The village has a big temperature difference between day and night, with cool mornings and evenings, so pack a light jacket🧥
4. The old guesthouses are in high demand during holidays, so book early
5. Due to the old building walls, some rooms have weaker sound insulation than modern hotels. If you are sensitive to noise, discuss room options in advance
If you want to escape the noise and experience the culture of Gan’s ancient villages, Diaoyuan ancient village is definitely worth spending a night🌟!