Fujian Hidden Gem! A 300-Year-Old Ancient Castle Hides the Scenery of Everyday Life

Who would have thought! A living Qing Dynasty ancient castle was discovered in Zhangpu, Zhangzhou🏰 No commercial hustle and bustle, only the daily smoke from cooking fires Every casual shot feels like a time-traveling movie scene📸 📍Location: Yi'an Fort, Huxi She Ethnic Township, Zhangpu County (Search "Yi'an Fort Parking Lot" directly for easy self-driving!) 🎫Tickets: Free! Explore 300 years of historical relics at no cost This ancient castle hidden in the Minnan countryside was built in the 26th year of Kangxi's reign It is a "living fossil" castle donated by first-class meritorious official Huang Xingzhen The city walls are built with huge stone slabs, enclosing a "lock-shaped" home with a perimeter of 1,200 meters 365 battlements correspond to 365 days, hiding the ancients' hopes for a long-lasting time Complete with horse-racing paths, enemy towers, and watchtowers, the military defense buffs are maxed out💥 The biggest surprise! Hundreds of Huang family descendants still live inside the fort 95 rows of residences are as neat as a military camp, with 8-meter-wide stone streets crisscrossing At sunset, climb the south gate wall and watch the cooking smoke slowly rise from the old rooftops The flagpole stone in front of the ancestral hall stands quietly, telling stories of the family's past honors No crowded influencer check-ins, just grandparents sitting at the door enjoying the sunshine🌞 ✨Must-try experiences: 1. Climb the city wall at sunset to capture the healing scene of the ancient castle with cooking smoke 2. Stroll through the stone street old houses and encounter intangible cultural heritage crafts and local daily life 3. Visit the Huang family ancestral hall to feel the inheritance of Minnan clan culture 4. The country paths outside the castle are perfect for fresh, Japanese-style photo shoots Compared to the bustling Zhaojia Fort, this place feels like a treasure forgotten by time No need to deliberately find angles, every frame is the original Minnan style For those who love niche travel and cultural history, just go for it!