Lijia Mountain Ancient Village in Luliang, Shanxi

It really has that authentic feel, just like the ancient village on the Loess Plateau that one imagines. Settlements began during the Ming and Qing dynasties, with seven layers of cave dwellings that are staggered in a visually pleasing manner. Plus, it hasn't been much developed yet, and although many cave dwellings are no longer inhabited, you can still see the remnants of life there. However, development is underway, and with the addition of Wu Guanzhong's famous paintings, it's likely that these uninhabited old houses will soon be rented out to outsiders. There will definitely be commercial activity, so friends who want to visit should do so soon. Transportation: Chartering a car in Luliang costs 200, (there are buses, but they are infrequent), 5 hours is enough—2.5 hours for a round trip, visiting Qikou Ancient Town + Lijia Mountain Village for 2.5 hours.