Moon Lake

November is the most beautiful season in Hongcun. This year the weather is relatively warm, so the autumn colors in Ta Chuan are not strong enough. It takes more than 2 hours to get to North Huangshan from Hangzhou. It takes an hour to get to Hongcun by taxi. Stay in a homestay in the scenic area, which is cheap and good. Take a rest and stroll around the street, and have Huizhou cuisine for dinner. The night view of Yuezhao is recommended. Visit the scenic spots in the morning of the second day, check out at noon, and head straight to Huangshan...

Hongcun, known as the 'village in Chinese painting', is quiet, peaceful, and beautiful, a typical example of Huizhou architecture. ~ Beautiful natural scenery: Hongcun is surrounded by water systems, such as Nanhu and Yuezhao, making it a village like in a painting. You can stroll in the ancient village, enjoy the natural scenery of Hongcun, and enjoy the quiet rural atmosphere. ~ Local gourmet food: Hongcun also offers a rich food experience. You can taste local Huizhou cuisine and special snacks, such as Huizhou stewed pigeon, Yi County tripe, Huizhou beef soup, etc. These delicacies will add more wonderful memories to your trip. ~ Tour suggestions Nanhu>Nanhu Academy>Yuezhao>Chengzhitang>Shurentang>Two ancient trees>Nanhu Nanhu>Huabridge>Nanhu Academy>Jingdetang>Yuezhao>Wang's Ancestral Hall>Lexutang>Jingxiutang>Chengzhitang>De Yitang>Shurentang>Taoyuan Residence>Ancient tree>Nanhu ~ Transportation information ①Huangshan North Station—Hongcun, 30 yuan ②Huangshan Scenic Area—Hongcun, 25 yuan

'Of course, you have to visit Hongcun in autumn!' Even if it's a popular version. 🚶‍♀️Tour route: South Lake - South Lake Academy - Jingde Hall - Moon Marsh - Lexu Hall - Jingxiu Hall - Chengzhi Hall - Deyi Hall - Taoyuan Residence - Red and White Ancient Trees There were too many people when I went, so I just took a quick tour. There's plenty of time in the future, I'll come back when there are fewer people to take good pictures. Or early in the morning! 🎫: 94 per person, unlimited visits within three days ⚠️: From 10.31 to 12.31, you can visit Hongcun for free on Wednesdays, but there are many people!

Introduction: Hongcun, this ancient Hui-style village, is famous for its long history and unique architectural style. The ancient city walls surrounding it are elegant yet stylish, and the interior buildings are all hand-carved by craftsmen, making every step feel like a journey through time, with the breath of history coming towards you. The South Lake contrasts sharply with the simplicity of the ancient town, presenting a tranquil natural painting. Strolling along the South Lake, the clear water reflects the shadows of trees and the silhouette of the village, serene and peaceful. This is a paradise for photography enthusiasts, with every corner filled with opportunities for taking pictures, and every scene worthy of being permanently recorded. As night falls, the ancient charm of Hongcun becomes even more enchanting. Small red lanterns are lit up on the ancient streets, illuminating the contours of the ancient buildings, adding warmth and romance. Night boating on the lake, with the lights reflecting off the small boats, creates a picturesque scene of lake and mountains. Travel Tips: Hongcun has concentrated attractions, making sightseeing easy. It is recommended to visit during the off-season to avoid the crowds and deeply experience the ancient charm. Purchase tickets online in advance to avoid queuing. Don't forget sun protection in the summer when temperatures are high. Best Time to Visit: Spring and autumn. In spring, pear and peach blossoms are in full bloom; in autumn, the mountains are filled with red leaves, creating a pleasant scenery. Ticket Information: Adult tickets are 94 yuan, student tickets are half price, and the elderly are free. Transportation Guide: It takes about 1.5 hours to drive from the downtown area of Huangshan to Hongcun, with taxis and public transportation available. Accommodation Recommendation: Daiqing House, with high cost-performance, Hui-style architecture, and a spacious courtyard, is suitable for tea drinking and photography. 📷 Photo Spot Recommendations: Yuezao, village alleys, South Lake, Old Times Cafe, South Lake Academy, etc., each place has its unique charm. Practical Tips: Capturing reflections in South Lake, wandering in the alleys, experiencing the refined wisdom of ancient Huizhou at South Lake Academy, watching the sunset at Yuezao, are all experiences not to be missed. Food Strategy: Huixiangyuan Restaurant, Old Street Hui Cuisine, Wanghu Local Cuisine Restaurant, etc., offer authentic Hui cuisine with delicious flavors and high cost-performance. Chen's baked cakes and Fang Xinyu's hairy tofu and other special snacks are also worth a try. Yuezao

Hongcun Moon Marsh was excavated in the Yongle Period of the Ming Dynasty. It was originally a natural spring that rushed through the winter and summer. It was discovered by Wang Congqi, the ancestor of Hongcun, and the idea of building a water conservancy project around the village was launched. Wang Siqi invited Mr. Feng Shui from Xiuning, who belonged to Huizhou, to study this spring vein and the Feng Shui pattern in the village together with the people in the family. He planned and built the well-known cattle-shaped water system. This project is still popular today. Road. The core of the cow-shaped water system is the current lunar marsh, which is the bovine stomach of the entire water system. The locals also call it cattle belly. The whole cow-shaped water system extends to the outside around the half-moon-shaped pond of the Moon Marsh. When you visit Hongcun, you can listen to the flowing water, such as listening to a beautiful piece of music. Moon is clear to the bottom, reflecting the surrounding Huizhou residences, forming a beautiful style painting. The moon marsh and the water of the cow-shaped water system can be used for fire prevention, and it is also a place for residents in the village to wash vegetables and wash clothes. There are still many aborigines in Hongcun. Every morning, local people can wash clothes or wash vegetables by the moon. This nostalgic scene is hard to see in other places. There are many ancient dwellings around Moonuma, the most representative of which is Wang's total. The lunar marsh is surrounded by stone roads, walking between them, sometimes feeling empty. Because of its unique style, it has become a place for many film and television works. The most famous is the movie Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon. In the movie, Chow Yun-fat and Zhang Ziyi passed over the moon marsh.

Moon Marsh. The people call Yuetang, this is the so-called "bovine stomach", the people call "bull little belly". Moon Marsh was built in the Ming Yongle period. At that time, Wang Ciqi, the 76th ancestor of Hongcun, discovered that there was a natural spring in the village. The winter and summer springs continued. Wang Siqi hired Mr. He Da, a feng shui from Haiyang County, and the high-ranking people in the family. The mountains and rivers, the detailed examination of the veins, to develop a blueprint for the expansion of the Hongcun base site and the overall planning of the village. month The marsh water is green all the year round, the level of the pond surface is like a mirror, the bluestone spread around the pond marsh, the green walls of the powder wall are arranged neatly and orderly, and the blue sky and white clouds fall into the water. The old man is chatting, the women are washing in the crepe, and the urchin is playing. went back to the moon marsh, the water reflected from the house, and the circle was filled with people. The month marsh is the center of Hongcun, and many people come here because of this. The sky is black, and this circle is illuminated by red lanterns. Compared to the lunar marsh during the day, I feel that it is more flavorful in the evening, and I met the most beautiful appearance in the cool night.