#Guyan Huaxiang Scenic Area Travel Recommendations for 2024 (Updated in Apr)
Zhejiang, full of New Year's atmosphere, is a great place for New Year's Eve travel
Winter solstice has passed, and the New Year is coming soon!
Many people have already started to arrange their New Year's Eve and Spring Festival holidays. Today, Ziman recommends a place full of New Year's atmosphere, suitable for New Year's Eve and Spring Festival travel, Lishui Liandu in Zhejiang.
Lishui Liandu has a two-day and one-night travel route, hurry up and keep it!
🚶♀️Itinerary:
Day 1: Arrive in Lishui from Hangzhou, go to taste the 'Ten Bowls of Liandu' at noon;
In the afternoon, set off to the Master's Tower, where there are many ancient-style houses, you can experience the life in the mountains and cook tea around the stove.
Then drive to the Jiangnan secret place surrounded by ancient trees, Guyan Huaxiang, and stay in a homestay.
Day 2: Play in Guyan Huaxiang in the morning, go to Jiulong National Wetland Park in the afternoon, and finally take the high-speed train back.
🏡Accommodation: Huaxiang No.1, Ideal Art Station
🍲Food: Sparrow Shangshan, Xiangzhang Garden, Ink Residence
✨The place worth staying the longest is still Guyan Huaxiang.
Here is known as the ancient weir because it was built in 505 AD (Tongji Weir).
There are ancient streets, ancient pavilions, ancient wharfs, ancient celadon kiln sites, large and small ancient villages and ancient camphor tree groups.
📸This is the 'Barbizon School' real-world version, with a Jiangnan secret place surrounded by ancient trees.
🎨It is a paradise for art students to sketch and paint, and a paradise for art lovers! The mountains here are clear and the water is beautiful. There are many art galleries and galleries. The village is full of beautiful scenery, especially suitable for Hanfu check-in, casually is a Jiangnan ink painting.
🌟'Huaxiang' highlights the cultural characteristics and development positioning, with the famous 'Lishui Barbizon School' inside and outside the province, built the Lishui Barbizon Exhibition Hall, Lishui Oil Painting Academy, Guyan Huaxiang Exhibition Hall, Guyan Huaxiang Branch School, etc., and there is a professional art sketch creation base-'Zaishuiyifang Sketch Creation Base'.
💕The scenic area is divided into two banks, with ferry boats communicating, the ancient weir highlights the natural scenery, and Huaxiang has ancient streets and ferry crossings with more cultural characteristics.
2024 is coming soon, those who have travel plans recently can start arranging it~
This ancient village in Lishui with smoky green mountains and waters will definitely not disappoint you!
oliver_maximus_solomon
It's no wonder it's on the list of National Geographic's secret places in the south of the Yangtze River!
I came to the place I've always wanted to come to
Unfortunately, it happened to be a cloudy and rainy day☁️
Without the sun, it really affected the photography😭
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But fortunately, even on a cloudy day☁️
I think Guyan Huaxiang is quite beautiful~
It's suitable for someone like me who likes to find a quiet place to stay
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The route this time is from the entrance of Guyan
From Baoding Wharf-Guxian Corridor-Tingbu Bridge-Guyan Old Street-Wenchang Pavilion
Basically, it's just a leisurely walk along the way
You can see the shooting location of 'The Little Forest of Two People' everywhere
After all, I have also watched this drama starring Yu Shuxin hh
Walking past the beautiful homestay and under the big tree, it feels so familiar
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I really like the forest next to the old street of Guyan🌳
It's probably the kind that changes with the seasons
The thousand-year-old camphor tree group will still maintain its strong vitality
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You can also take a boat from Baoding Wharf to Xiangzhang Wharf
It's part of the painting village
I found a Chinese restaurant for lunch
And then went to Zhangsu to sit and have a coffee☕️
It's also a leisurely autumn and winter trip~
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Amelia.Ward*74
Avoid the crowd during the holiday and explore unpopular destinations during the National Day holiday
There are too many people traveling during the holiday! Take advantage of these unpopular niche tourist spots that have not been discovered yet, come and play, the food and scenery are all available, and it really is not worse than popular attractions!!!
1 Zhejiang Lishui·Wenzhou
Guyan Huaxiang, Yunhe Terraces, Xiandu, Nanxi River
The mountainous area in October is full of wild fun, with activities such as chestnut picking and insect fun.
2 Fujian·Fuding
'Taimu Mountain' is suitable for short-distance climbing and suitable for family tourists.
Jianshan Island has half sea water and half grassland, known as 'Little Wugong Mountain'.
3 Gansu·Wuwei
The magnificent red Danxia scenic area is quiet and beautiful. Adjacent to the Tengger Desert, Zhangye, Guazhou and other places.
4 Yunnan·Dali
Although Dali is popular, the size of 'Cangshan Erhai' will never be crowded.
5 Tibet·Ali
The price in Tibet in October is not low, but there are relatively few tourists. You can enjoy Mount Everest without being crowded, and it will not be too deserted.
6 Hainan·Wenchang Dust
A quiet niche destination, suitable for relaxation and leisure.
Lishui,
a beautiful town, the scenery here is so beautiful. I hope I can have another chance to have a holiday and enjoy a good time next time。Have a good time!
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GUYAN PAINTING TOWN
It is in Liandu district of Lishui ,in Zhejiang province.It has beautiful landscapes The village is very quaint, the people are friendly we took a boat ride up the river to the tourist area. Fascinating history a water conserving dam was built here in 565AD the first of it's kind truly remarkable stones placed one by one to construct. We even went to a café that had pizza by the slice. Amazing.I highly recommend this place.
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Hiker
Historical Legacy: The Ancient Weir Painting Village
The Ancient Weir Painting Village scenic area is located within the territory of Bihu Town and Dagangtou Town in Liandu District, Lishui City, Zhejiang Province, about twenty kilometers from the city center of Lishui. The core area includes Dagangtou, Weir Head, Pingdi, and Baoding, which have a profound historical and cultural heritage and a strong atmosphere. The Longli and Lilong expressways have exits here, and the 53 and 50 provincial roads run through the entire territory. It is connected to the national railway artery through the Lishui Station on the Jin-Wen Railway, making transportation convenient. It is just over 100 kilometers away from Yiwu, China's largest small commodities city. The Ancient Weir Painting Village conveys the complete ecological and cultural beauty of Lishui to the world.
The concept of the Ancient Weir Painting Village was first proposed by Lou Yangsheng when discussing the cultural industry project positioning for the Dagangtou area. 'Ancient Weir' first indicates the profound historical and cultural background. Here, there is the Tongji Weir built in 505 AD, a national key cultural relics protection unit, ancient streets, ancient pavilions, ancient wharfs, ancient celadon kiln sites, large and small ancient villages, and groups of ancient camphor trees, vividly expressing the beautiful landscape of a genuine mountain and water, naturally simple ancient town in the south of the Yangtze River. 'Painting Village' highlights the cultural characteristics and development positioning. It is home to the famous 'Lishui Babison Painting School' from inside and outside the province, with facilities such as the Lishui Babison Exhibition Hall, Lishui Oil Painting Academy, Ancient Weir Painting Village Exhibition Hall, and Ancient Weir Painting Village Branch School. There is also a professional art sketching and creation base - 'On the Water Sketching and Creation Base' (located in Dagangtou Town, 23 kilometers from Lishui City, which is a teaching and training base for the China Academy of Art and its affiliated middle school) and the Lishui Jiulong Babison Sketching and Creation Base.
CYNTHIA HAYNES
Check in at the Ancient Weir Painting Village in Lishui, Zhejiang - a haven of peace and happiness
A quaint old street, an ancient camphor tree, and the crystal-clear stream make it feel like entering a paradise.
🌟Highlights:
You can take a boat to the other side, which consists of 2 parts.
🗓Itinerary:
You can take a high-speed train to Lishui Station, which is very close to Lishui.
JOSIAH LUCAS
A three-day, two-night nanny-level travel guide to Lishui, Zhejiang is here
Preparation
- Clothing: Choose light clothing and sports shoes suitable for outdoor activities, and bring rain gear in case of rain.
- Time arrangement: It is recommended to avoid weekends and holidays to enjoy a more peaceful travel experience.
- Transportation: Departing from Hangzhou, you can drive or take a long-distance bus to Lishui.
- Tickets: Some attractions, such as the Yunhe Terraces in Jingning She Autonomous County, require the purchase of tickets, which can be inquired and booked in advance.
- Others: Carry ID card🆔, cash, credit card💳, personal medicine💊, as well as a camera📸 and spare batteries.
Itinerary
1. **Songyang Ancient County**: Visit Songyang Ancient Town and experience the ancient architectural style.
2. **Jingning She Autonomous County**: Explore She culture, visit Yunhe Terraces, and experience the rural scenery.
3. **Qingyuan County**: Tour the Baishanzu Scenic Area and enjoy the natural beauty.
4. **Liandu District**: Visit the Guyan Huaxiang to experience the charm of the water town.
Special Experiences
- **Yunhe Terraces**: Hike in the Yunhe Terraces to feel the farming culture and magnificent scenery.
- **She Ethnic Customs**: Experience the traditional customs of the She people and taste their special cuisine.
- **Guyan Huaxiang**: Admire artworks in Guyan Huaxiang and experience the life of the water town.
Food Recommendations
- **Songyang Pancake**: Try the local specialty Songyang pancake, a snack not to be missed.
- **Qingyuan Mushroom Feast**: Taste the local dishes themed around mushrooms in Qingyuan County.
Tips
- Pay attention to the weather changes in the mountainous area and adjust the itinerary accordingly.
- Respect the culture of ethnic minorities and comply with local customs and habits.
- Maintain environmental awareness and do not litter.
Accommodation Recommendations
- Book hotels or homestays in Songyang Ancient Town or Jingning She Autonomous County to experience the local accommodation features.
With the above guide, you can better plan your three-day, two-night trip in Lishui and fully experience the natural beauty and cultural charm between the mountains and waters.🌄✨
VIRGINIA OSBORNE
Guyan Painting Village in Lishui —— The forgotten secret realm in the south of the Yangtze River
✅ As an ancient town in Zhejiang with an extremely strong artistic atmosphere, Guyan Painting Village may not be as well-known as Wuzhen or Xitang, but it is a niche yet charming place. Many painters and photographers regard it as a source of inspiration for their creations. The ancient town is also known as the birthplace of the 'Lishui Barbizon' school of painting, and is also famously known as the 'Town of Photography' and 'Town of Art'.
✨ As the saying goes: Guyan connects the past and the present, and the painting village enters one's dreams. Just as the name of the ancient town suggests, it is composed of two major parts: the 'ancient weir' and the 'painting village', which face each other across a stream.
🌟 The 'world's earliest water overpass' Tongji Weir, which has been selected as a 'World Irrigation Engineering Heritage', and the typical traditional village of Zhejiang West located at the head of the Tongji Weir dam, Yantou Village, are the must-visit attractions in Guyan.
🏞️ There is no excessive commercialization here, only natural beauty and wonderful landscapes. Looking up, one can see the layered green mountains; looking down, the endless green fields. The 'Mother River' Oujiang reflects the clouds and the sky, and in the backdrop of the fishing boats singing in the evening, it appears even more tranquil and peaceful.
✳️ Everywhere here is filled with a subtle balance between art and culture, regardless of domestic or foreign, ancient or modern. The architecture with grey tiles and white walls, the old streets paved with bluestone, the beautiful landscapes by the river that painters capture in their works, and the tasteful and lush plants along the streets, where one can sit in front of an old carved window and taste the rich milky coffee☕.
👉 Punch-in tips:
✅ Guyan Painting Village
📍 Located in Dagangtou Town, Liandu District, Lishui City
➡️ Punch-in spots: Ancient streets, ancient pavilions, ancient ports, Tongji Weir, stone cases, art galleries, thousand-year-old camphor tree clusters
🎫 Ticket: 50 yuan
⏰ Suggested punch-in time: 2-3 hours
🚌 Transportation: Take bus 203 in the city to Dagangtou Station, then transfer to bus 202 or 207 to Yantou Station to arrive
marcellus_8194
Compared to Hangzhou, I have a greater fondness for the small town in southern Zhejiang recommended by National Geographic
Lishui, located in the southern part of Zhejiang 🎈, is a natural oxygen bar 😜. It has mountains and waters 💧, and it is also the filming location for many movies and TV shows 🎬. Songyang County has even been rated by National Geographic as 'the last secret realm of Jiangnan' 👀. Last summer vacation, I visited Lishui three times, and the impact was tremendous 😲! I've put together a 4-day, 3-night travel guide for Lishui 📔, get ready and you can set off~
🚶 Itinerary: Jinyun County ➡️ Liandu District ➡️ Songyang County ➡️ Yunhe County ➡️ Jingning She Autonomous County.
📸 Specific check-in recommendations:
Day ❶: Xiandu Zhutan Mountain - Yandang Study Room - Yandang No. 2 Grotto - Guyan Huaxiang 🎨.
Day ❷: Guyan Huaxiang - Yangjiatang Village - Songzhuang Village - Chenjiapu Village - Songyang Ancient Town 🏠.
Day ❸: Yunhe Terrace Banyin Valley Scenic Area - Qixing Dun - Kenggen Stone Village 🛤.
Day ❹: Yunhe Terrace Nine Curves Cloud Ring to watch the sunrise 🌅 - Shisi Temple - Xuehua Ji Waterfall.
🏨 Accommodation recommendations: Stay in Dagangtou Town of Guyan Huaxiang on the first day, in Songyang County on the second day, and in the Yunhe Terrace scenic area on the third day 🛏.
🚗 Transportation suggestions: Self-drive or rent a car 🚘. We took the high-speed train to 'Lishui Station', and then rented a car to travel, which is more convenient~
🎊 Attraction introductions:
1⃣ Xiandu Scenic Area - Zhutan Mountain: It is the calling card of Lishui 👍, the classic 'Old Man Herding Cattle' crossing the bridge picture was taken here 📷. There are free performances on weekends, and at other times, there is a separate charge to take pictures of 'Old Man Herding Cattle' 🤑.
2⃣ Yandang Study Room: A 'library' 📚 opened in a cave, with Himalayan audiobooks and a cafe, suitable for check-ins and photography 🤳. The sunlight shining on the cliffs is stunning 🌈.
3⃣ Yandang No. 2 Grotto: Check in the same spot as Ni Ni's 'The Wizard of Oz', near the Yandang Study Room, wearing white clothes for photos is more photogenic 🤩.
4⃣ Guyan Huaxiang: The scenic area is divided into two areas, 'Guyan' is the Yantou Village on the north bank, with a group of thousand-year-old camphor trees; 'Huaxiang' is Dagangtou Town on the south bank, an ancient town on the banks of the Ou River, a sacred place for sketching and photography 🖼.
5⃣ Yangjiatang Village - Songzhuang Village - Chenjiapu Village: The three most popular ancient villages in Songyang County, Yangjiatang Village is known as the golden Potala Palace, and the couple trees at the entrance of the village are the most classic photo spots; Songzhuang Village has a stream running through the village, where you can play in the water in summer, and it looks beautiful to take photos on the ancient bridge; Chenjiapu Village has the Pioneer Bookstore and Bird Collection Inn, where you can buy a cup of coffee and take a good stroll in the village ☕.
6⃣ Songyang Ancient Town: Located in Songyang County, it is a Qingming old street. It is recommended to visit at night. The top local restaurants are nearby, where you can taste the local specialties 🍱.
7⃣ Yunhe Terraces: Divided into two areas 'Banyin Valley' and 'Nine Curves Cloud Ring', go to 'Qixing Dun' and 'Kenggen Ancient Village' in Banyin Valley on the first day; go to 'Nine Curves Cloud Ring' to watch the sunrise and cloud sea terraces on the second morning 🌄.
8⃣ Shisi Temple: A thousand-year-old ancient temple like a scene from 'The Wizard of Oz', surrounded by green plants and moss, very historical, as if passing through the gate of time 🗝.
9⃣ Xuehua Ji Waterfall: Just a one-kilometer hike from Shisi Temple, the waterfall is more spectacular after the rain, suitable for hiking and oxygen absorption 🧘♀️.
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Aroma Abroad
I'm moved to tears!! Rated as the last secret place in Jiangnan by National Geographic!
Located in Lian Du District, Lishui City, Zhejiang Province, the Guyan Huaxiang Scenic Area is a national AAAA level tourist attraction and one of the most artistic and historically rich rural tourist destinations in China. This place, like a paradise, cleverly combines ancient irrigation works with modern artistic creation, and is a unique interpretation of natural beauty!
🍀Highlights:
①Ancient Dam Style: The Tongji Dam in the scenic area, built during the Southern Dynasty Xiao Liang period, is one of the five major irrigation projects in ancient China, and still plays an important role today. Walking around, it seems to touch the wisdom of water conservancy for thousands of years.
②Huaxiang Culture: Guyan Huaxiang is not only an inspiration paradise for painters and photography enthusiasts, but also enjoys the reputation of "Chinese Barbizon" due to numerous art studios and galleries. Visitors can appreciate original oil paintings here, and even experience the fun of painting by themselves.
③Ecological Scenery: The Ou River runs through the town, ancient camphor trees on the river bank, white-walled and black-tiled houses reflect with the mountains and waters, forming a vivid Jiangnan ink painting.
🍀Detailed address:
Guyan Huaxiang, Dagangtou Town, Liandu District, Lishui City, Zhejiang Province
🍀Traffic strategy:
①Depart from Lishui city, you can take bus K207 directly to Guyan Huaxiang, about 1 hour's drive;
②Friends who drive by themselves can take the G25 Changshen Expressway to the Lishui exit, and then drive along the S328 provincial road to get there. In addition, there are also tourist special line buses to choose from, which are convenient and fast.
🍀Recommended food:
In Guyan Huaxiang, you must not miss the local specialties "Stream Fish Tofu" and "Green Valley Free-range Chicken", which are fresh, tender and delicious, with excellent taste. In addition, there are various kinds of farmhouse stir-fries, seasonal wild vegetables, and sweet and delicious local fruits such as Ou mandarin!
🍀Recommended surrounding attractions:
①Yunhe Terraces: Only one hour's drive from Guyan Huaxiang, it is one of the most beautiful terraces in China, with changing beauty in all four seasons.
②Dongxi Rock Scenic Area: Known for its unique Danxia landform and steep and unique rock landscape, it is a paradise for outdoor adventure enthusiasts.
③Suichang Gold Mine National Mine Park: Deeply understand the ancient mining culture of China, experience the fun of gold panning, and feel a different industrial heritage tour.
Guyan Huaxiang is not only a quiet leisure resort, but also an ideal place to deeply experience the life of Jiangnan water town, and to understand the harmonious coexistence of man and nature!
Savannah Johnson
Lishui Travel Guide | Guyan Huaxiang
⛵The 4A scenic spot Guyan Huaxiang is composed of two parts: Guyan and Huaxiang. The two spots are separated by the Oujiang River and there is no bridge, so you can only travel by boat.
🧩Both spots have visitor centers and can be entered and exited. The 50 yuan ticket includes round-trip boat tickets. We showed our accommodation certificate from Wenting Hotel and enjoyed half-price benefits. After 5:30 in the evening, you can enter the scenic area for free, but there are no boats at this time.
🧩As soon as you enter the scenic area, you can feel the charm of the beautiful Jiangnan water town.
🧩The beauty of Guyan is ethereal and atmospheric, with a deep historical and cultural heritage. There are many historical relics and cultural landscapes, such as ancient camphor trees, Tongji Weir, Wenchang Pavilion, and the ancient sages corridor. The entire Guyan has a taste of the green fields of the Wizard of Oz.
🧩The artistic atmosphere of Huaxiang is particularly strong. There are many small shops on the old street, special souvenirs, restaurants, galleries, and guest houses. The cultural and creative shops here are very distinctive. The Cat's Sky City has a great atmosphere and makes people linger. Along the river, you can see beautiful reeds and boats.
🧩Taking a boat ride allows you to appreciate the scenery on both sides of the bank. The sun shines on the sparkling lake, ripples appear from time to time, you can gaze at the distant mountains, take a close look at the quaint villages on the shore, and enjoy the leisurely time with the shadows of the sails and the sound of the oars. You can't help but praise that this is really the most beautiful section of the 800-li Oujiang River.
kaliyah_9910
Lishui 5-day itinerary guide, roaming Lishui in the name of the Photography Festival
For Stephen Shore, specifically came to Lishui Photography Festival, but since I came, how can I miss the mountains and waters of Lishui. So, in the 5 days in Lishui, besides listening to Mr. Shore's lectures and watching Mr. Shore's exhibitions, I spent my time in exhibitions and travel.
D1️⃣ Lishui Grand Theater➡️Lishui City Art Museum
✅Stephen Shore Special Lecture and Photography Friends Meeting (3h)
✅ 'The Permanent Now: Stephen Shore Retrospective' and other exhibitions at the Art Museum (4h)
Transportation: In the city, stay at a nearby hotel and walk there.
D2⃣️ Lishui Photography Museum➡️Lishui Photography Park (Former Oil Pump Factory)
✅Various exhibitions during the Photography Festival (all day)
Transportation: In the city, stay at a nearby hotel and walk there.
D3️⃣ Lishui City➡️Guyan Painting Village➡️Songyang County
✅Guyan (3h)
Guyan is the Tongji Weir built 1500 years ago, one of the oldest large-scale water conservancy projects in China, and also one of the world's first batch of irrigation project heritage; there are thousand-year-old water overpasses, as well as thousand-year-old ancient villages and thousand-year-old ancient camphor groups.
✅Painting Village (2h)
Painting Village is the China Babison Oil Painting Base, and also a nationally renowned sketching base and photography hometown.
Have lunch at a farmhouse outside the painting village, the taste is good, and the portion is very sufficient.
Transportation: Self-driving
D4️⃣ Chenjiapu Village, Songyang➡️Yangjiatang Village➡️Songyang Old Street
✅Chenjiapu, the pioneer bookstore on the cliff (2h)
Art space, cafe, homestay, bookstore... Everything related to literature and art is rooted in this cliff-top village, writing a new rural story.
✅Yangjiatang, the ancient village guarded by the couple tree (2h)
Two ancient camphor trees that grow crossed stand at the entrance of the village, witnessing the story of the ancient village for hundreds of years.
✅Songyang Old Street, 'Living Along the River During Qingming' (2h)
Being called 'Living Along the River During Qingming' is a bit exaggerated, but the South Straight Street at the south gate of Songyang small town is indeed living, or to say, half is life, half is performance.
Transportation: Self-driving
MADELINE MOSES
Sail shadows on the Ou River
Poetic and picturesque.
Step into the ancient weir painting village, and feel the picturesque photography paradise of Wenwan. The tide is wide on both sides, and the wind is just hanging a sail! Walking slowly along the bank of the Ou River, blowing the river breeze, watching the sunset glow of the Ou River, watching the sailboats on the Ou River, the scenery of the Ou River under the sunset, it is really beautiful.
The ancient weir painting village is a scenic spot, it is divided into east and west banks by a Ou River, one is called painting village, and the other is called weir head village. The only means of transportation between the two villages is a boat! The scenery of the ancient weir painting village is based on the Ou River. You can walk slowly along the bank of the river, or you can take a boat and go down the Ou River. You can not only appreciate the scenery on both sides of the river, but also see the fishing boats on the river. In the sunset, it is more poetic and hazy.
The leisurely hundred-mile Ou River connects the painting village, ancient weir, beach forest and other beautiful scenery. Go to the ancient street by the river in the painting village to see the world's fireworks, listen to the majestic running water at Tongji Weir, and admire the "first tree in Zhejiang" at the ancient incense camphor. The primitive beauty makes the ancient weir painting village become the basis for photographers and painters to create.
Mavis Gerlach
Gutang Painted Village | Cultural Gutang, Ecological Painted Village
Lishui, a city almost forgotten by Zhejiang👒
After the National Day, travel off-peak, come to the hometown of Chinese photography - Gutang Painted Village
It is composed of two ancient villages, Gutang and Painted Village, and is connected to the Oujiang River.
👉The Painted Village focuses more on natural scenery, where you can see many art school students with easels🎨, full of literary atmosphere. The perfect fusion of nature and culture;
👉There are many homestays in the Painted Village. If you stay, you can stay in the Painted Village for one more day. The scenery of the 🌄sunset is very beautiful;
👉Gutang Village also has many attractions: Wenchang Pavilion, Tongji Park, Ancient Camphor Tree, etc., it is also the shooting location of Zhang Binbin and Yu Shuxin's 'Two People's Small Forest', selected a few shooting points🎬 to check in, very out of the picture;
Recommended play time: half a day
If you are tired, you can find an afternoon tea in the Painted Village, there are many cats and dogs in the ancient street, suitable for relaxing leisure places.
Gutang Painted Village Scenic Area
📍Zhejiang Province Lishui City Liandu District Gutang Painted Village Scenic Area Main Tourist Center
aurora_ser
Unique family travel route in Zhejiang West for 4 days and 3 nights
🚗🚗🚗Travel route:
Day1: Guyan Huaxiang Scenic Area Stay near Huaxiang or go to the terraced fields
Day2: Yunhe Terraced Field Scenic Area Nine Curves Yunhe→Yunhe Terraced Field Scenic Area Stay at Suichang Gold Mine Golden Hotel
Day3: Suichang Gold Mine National Mine Park→Zhu Geliang Bagua Village-Guzi City Stay near Jinhua Railway Station or Shuanglong Cave Scenic Area
Day4: Shuanglong Scenic Tourist Area
Isaac.Moore@47
Guyan Huaxiang, step into my little forest!
Guyan Huaxiang must be one of the most famous attractions in Lishui, where there are both natural landscapes and cultural paintings, and it is also a display of the successful practice of ancient water conservancy projects. It was also the filming location for the popular drama 'Two People's Little Forest' last year! It's clearly a place of freshness, but now it's also very down-to-earth. When we went, there was a cosplay performance in the ancient town, and it didn't feel out of place at all.
📝Note tips:
Be sure to pay attention to sun protection in the hot summer.
leonis_4759
Places to go during the Spring Festival 'few people and beautiful scenery'
This year's Spring Festival holiday, we have selected a few places with few people and beautiful scenery for everyone~ Spring Festival reverse travel~~
Hunan, Chenzhou
Low-key treasure city
Check-in spots: Dongjiang Lake, Gaoyi Ridge, Bailang, Yangtian Lake, Mangshan
Recommended food: Fish powder, Linwu Ya, Roasted Chicken, Freshwater Lake Salmon
Jiangsu, Lianyungang
Water rhyme Jiangsu
Check-in spots: Lian Island, Sea Cloud Mountain, Lianyungang Old Street, Huaguo Mountain, Sheep Nest Head
Recommended food: Seafood, Cold Skin Cold Noodles, Shaguang Fish, Phoenix Goose
Guangdong, Zhanjiang
The southernmost end of the mainland
Check-in spots: Golden Sand Bay Sea View Corridor, Chikan Old Street, Zhongji Village
Recommended food: Seafood, Sugar water, Egg wine dregs, Qingbuliang
Zhejiang, Lishui
The last secret place in Jiangnan
Check-in spots: Guyan Huaxiang, Jinyun Xiandu, Yunhe Terraces, Songyang Old Street
Recommended food: Bubble essence meat, Jinyun beef jerky, Qingtian mountain powder egg noodles, Baked bun oil stick, Eyebrow crisp
Fujian, Xiamen
A small fresh city, literary and romantic and full of market atmosphere
Check-in spots: Gulangyu, Shapowei, Island Road, Zhongshan Road, Xiamen University
Recommended food: Satay noodles, Peanut soup, Roasted meat dumplings, Seafood..
Guangxi, Guilin
Guilin's landscape is the best in the world, with overlapping mountains as if in an ink painting
Check-in spots: Yangshuo, Yulong River, Lijiang...
Recommended food: Snail rice noodles, Beer fish, Bamboo tube rice, Guilin rice noodles
Hainan, Wanning
Half coconut grove and half sea, it is also a paradise for surfers
Check-in spots: Sun Moon Bay, Stone Sea Bay, Shenzhou Peninsula
Recommended food: Coconut chicken, Golden fish, Pineapple bun, Seafood
Yunnan, Dali
Blue sky and white clouds, Cangshan Erhai, empty life
Check-in spots: Cangshan, Erhai, Dali Ancient City
Recommended food: Pot fish, Milk fan, Xizhou Baba, Cold chicken rice noodles
orionis_7184
Zhejiang, you are really confused if you don't promote Liandu, this treasure travel destination!
After staying in the bustling city for a long time, any beautiful scenery like a landscape painting is enough to attract me to travel a long distance~ Moreover, Liandu is also the "Hometown of Chinese Photography", with the beauty of a secret realm that has been precipitated over a thousand years.
I came here a few years ago and liked it very much, but this time I came and got a new different gain, so I hurriedly shared this guide route for a 3-day and 2-night weekend trip to Liandu from Jiangsu, Zhejiang and Shanghai!
✅Itinerary:
Day1: Shanghai—Lishui—Check in Huaxiang No.1
Day2: Guyan Huaxiang—Tianshi Building-Cenzhuang
Day3: Jiulong National Wetland Park—Shanghai
🌟Must-visit attractions:
🛶Guyan Huaxiang
The scenery is as its name suggests, like an ancient painting, even the sunlight has become the dye under the brilliant ink, illuminating the gentle charm of the ancient village and ancient lanes, the TV series "Two People's Small Forest" is filmed here~ This time I was amazed by the "Huaxiang Crossing" performed by the villagers of Dagangtou Village~ It's really super wonderful!
🏯Tianshi Building-Cenzhuang
This is the real version of Tao Yuanming's "Peach Blossom Spring" hidden in the valley, far enough from the city noise and life's troubles, in addition to climbing mountains and viewing scenery, you can also taste local special dishes; in Riyi Academy, even playing chess, painting, playing the piano and reading can be realized, here I experienced the long-lost leisure and freedom~
🏞️Jiulong National Wetland Park
If you want to find the real original ecology, here will definitely surprise you! The dense vegetation brings not only fresh air, but also the comfort of being healed by a large area of green, it is said that this is also a bird habitat, a good place for photographers to take pictures~
🌟Must-try food:
🍲Liandu's Ten Bowls
About authentic food, it's here, you can really taste the simple deliciousness hidden among the people, it has ten dishes, each corresponding to a historical memory, each one is very delicious, with the story as a seasoning, it's quite a special experience~
🚄Transportation strategy: You can take the high-speed train to Lishui Station, it is recommended that Jiangsu, Zhejiang and Shanghai can also drive by themselves.
🏠Accommodation recommendation:
This time I stayed in Huaxiang No.1, the location is in Huaxiang Ancient Street, the environment is very good, both modern intelligence and convenience can be seen, and the unique charm of simplicity is retained, the homestay is good enough for taking pictures!
VICTORIA JENSEN
A 5-day photography trip in Lishui, roaming around Lishui in the name of the photography festival
For Stephen Shore, I specifically came to the Lishui Photography Festival, but since I'm here, how can I miss the landscapes of Lishui. So, in the 5 days in Lishui, besides listening to Mr. Shore's lectures and watching his exhibitions, I spent the rest of the time visiting exhibitions and traveling.
D1️⃣ Lishui Grand Theater➡️Lishui Art Museum
✅Stephen Shore's special lecture and meeting with photographers
✅ 'The Eternal Now: Stephen Shore Retrospective'
D2⃣️ Lishui Photography Museum➡️Lishui Photography Park (Former Oil Pump Factory)
✅Various exhibitions during the photography festival
D3️⃣ Guyan Hua Township
✅Guyan
Guyan is the Tongji Weir built 1500 years ago, one of the oldest large-scale water conservancy projects in China, and one of the first batch of irrigation project heritage in the world; here are the thousand-year-old water overpass, ancient villages and ancient camphor groups.
✅Hua Township
Hua Township is the China Babison Oil Painting Base, and also a nationally renowned sketching base and photography hometown.
D4️⃣ Songyang Chenjiapu Village➡️Yangjiatang Village
✅Chenjiapu, the pioneer bookstore on the cliff
Art space, cafe, homestay, bookstore... everything related to literature and art is rooted in this cliff-top village, writing new rural stories.
✅Yangjiatang, the ancient village guarded by the couple tree
Two ancient camphor trees that grow crosswise stand at the entrance of the village, witnessing the hundreds of years of stories of the ancient village.
D5⃣️ Songyang Old Street
✅Songyang Old Street, 'Living Along the River During the Qingming Festival'
Being called 'Living Along the River During the Qingming Festival' is somewhat exaggerated, but the South Straight Street at the south gate of Songyang town is indeed living, or half living, half performing.
MADELINE MOSES
One-day tour around WenzhouHuaxiang
A suitable place for a one-day tour around Wenzhou - Guyan Huaxiang
Drive to Guyan Huaxiang, park the car in the parking lot outside the ancient city, you can't drive in
Ticket: Includes round-trip boat ticket, 50RMB per person
Living in Huaxiang is quite convenient, the people here are very enthusiastic, the owner of our homestay and the villagers nearby are very good
Guyan Huaxiang is divided into two parts, Guyan and Huaxiang are divided into two parts, in fact, adding them together is not very big, Guyan looks at the landscape, Huaxiang is the old street leaning towards commercialization, so one day's time is enougharound WenzhouHuaxiang Wenzhou·Zhejiang
ELSIE SALAZAR
National Geographic Certified! "The last secret place in Jiangnan!"
Guya Hometown|The real mountains and waters of the ancient town of Jiangnan!
Scenic Area Introduction:
1⛰️The Guyan Hometown scenic area is divided into two places: Guyan and Hometown
Guyan: Tongji Weir, known as the "Dujiang Weir" of Zhejiang, the famous "Water Overpass" is also here, as well as the ancient camphor tree group, most of the camphor trees are over a thousand years old;
Hometown: Similar to the ancient town, quaint, art sketching, photography creation place, camphor square is here!
2🚗Transportation: It is recommended for self-driving in nearby cities, and for those in farther places, you can go by 🚄, you can rent a car locally, although there is also transportation, it is not very convenient, Guyan and Hometown are separated by a river, it only takes five minutes by boat, but if you drive yourself, it takes twenty minutes, which is equivalent to a big circle.
3🅿️Parking problem: On the Hometown side, there is a quite large parking lot less than two or three hundred meters away from the entrance of the scenic spot, with ample parking spaces, for reference only, convenient for parking, charging ten yuan a day! There is also a parking lot on the Guyan side!
4🏨Accommodation problem: It is recommended that the closer to the entrance of the scenic spot, the better, less walking, there is a guest house near the scenic spot called Guyan Hometown Camphor Guest House, which is very close to the entrance of the Hometown scenic spot, of course you can also choose to stay on the Guyan side, there are also some homestays and guest houses there. The Camphor Guest House also has a restaurant, and you can also cook in the guest house.
5🎫Scenic spot tickets: Adults/50 per person, purchase online one day in advance 45/person, including the cruise ship between Guyan and Hometown. If you don't want to buy a ticket, it's okay!!! The ticket check point closes at 5:30, after which you can enter and exit the scenic spot at will, there is no one to check the ticket, you can just appreciate the beauty of the evening; you can also enter the scenic spot at will before 7:00 the next morning, of course if you have already visited the Hometown side the night before, then you can drive to the opposite Guyan early the next morning before seven o'clock, about twenty minutes, there is also no need to check the ticket before 7:00 in the morning and after 5:30 in the afternoon. Buying a ticket is actually just a boat fare from Hometown to the opposite Guyan, and there is no need to enter the scenic spot at such a precise time!
⚠️Special reminder: If you want to see the misty and fairy-like beauty of Guyan Hometown, you must get up early, there are few people in the scenic spot at that time, only a small part of photography enthusiasts, I am one of them, I have taken a lot of beautiful pictures! Trust me, as long as the weather is not too bad, it will definitely be a good shot! The fishermen's net casting is also performed early in the morning!
Like-minded friends can go for it!
NomadNovelties
Lishui Guyan Huaxiang
Zhejiang Lishui|Come to Guyan Huaxiang for a natural oxygen spa. It's a great place to go on weekends for people in Jiangsu, Zhejiang and Shanghai! It's a hidden gem in Zhejiang! It's suitable for both family trips and team building.
It's only 1 hour by high-speed rail from Hangzhou, and 3 hours by car. Lishui Guyan Huaxiang is so beautiful!
For those who don't know where to go on weekends, you can bookmark this place for a spiritual spa.
Ticket price: 50 yuan/person (including round-trip boat ticket)
Duration of visit: half a day
Address: Guyan Huaxiang Scenic Area, Dunan Road, Dagangtou Town, Liandu District, Lishui City, Zhejiang Province
There are large camphor forests, quaint old streets, ancient Tongji Weir here. Take a deep breath of fresh air and give your body a natural oxygen spa, you will feel better!
There are also many painters and students sketching the streams and boats, the sunset and the sunset, the beautiful scenery is like a painting, the beautiful scenery is in the painting
Guyan and Huaxiang are connected by a boat. The ancient buildings here are well preserved and complete. It takes about 15 minutes by boat to reach the other side, where you can stroll leisurely.
If you have time after visiting here, you can also go to Lishui city to play. You can visit Chuzhou Prefecture City and Jiangbin Park~
@byss@l_R3m1x3r
Winter Travel Guide to Liandu
Liandu, named for its location in the mountains and streams of Lishui City, resembles a lotus petal.
It is the first 'Home of Chinese Photography', the most beautiful section of the 800-li Ou River, and a place suitable for tourism all year round.
This winter, come to Liandu with friends and experience the charm of Liandu in winter.
When you come to Liandu, you must visit Guyan Huaxiang, which is the 'Little Li River' hidden in southwestern Zhejiang. The shadows of sails on the Ou River, the green mountains on both sides, the ancient weir and the ancient trees that have been there for a thousand years, as well as the ancient villages, are crowded with people. Walking into the scenic area is like stepping into a thousand years of time.
A few days ago, there was an immersive 'Village Play', 'Doucun Evening' fair, and the national 'Four Seasons Village Evening' achievement exhibition (winter) and the 2023 Zhejiang Provincial Rural Culture Festival in Guyan Huaxiang, which was very lively.
In addition, there are the Tianshi Building·Cenzhuang hidden in the valley, the Jiulong National Wetland Park with excellent ecological scenery, and so on, all worth a visit!
Don't miss the 'Ten Big Bowls of Liandu' when you come to Liandu. The thick and mellow thin braised silkworm chrysalis, the crispy outside and tender inside Liandu soaked lean meat, the rich and fragrant New Year's pig head, the crispy but not greasy old ginger free-range chicken... Each dish can conquer my taste buds.
This winter, be sure to invite your friends to travel to Liandu!
Harper.Hill*83
The ancient town of Guyan Huaxiang, surrounded by thousand-year-old trees, is a hidden gem in the south of the Yangtze River
Guyan Huaxiang is located within Bihu Town and Dagangtou Town in Liandu District, Lishui City, Zhejiang Province, about 20 kilometers from the city center. Set against a backdrop of green mountains and clear waters, it boasts a variety of ancient elements such as old villages, lanes, weirs, bridges, ports, and camphor trees, resembling a fairyland painting. One of the most famous attractions in Guyan Huaxiang is the Tongji Weir, which was built in 505 AD. It is a World Irrigation Project Heritage Site and the first 'Photographers' Village' named by the China Photographers Association.
🎫Ticket price: 50/person
🏯Attractions: Ancient streets, pavilions, ports, Tongji Weir, Stone Case, Art Museum, Thousand-Year-Old Camphor Group, etc. There are also Song Yun performances in the scenic area.
Transportation route:
You can drive to the Guyan Huaxiang Scenic Area, or you can take the high-speed train to Lishui City first, and then take the 203 bus from the high-speed train station to Dagangtou Station (The first 203 bus starts at 6:30 and the last bus is at 19:00)
Accommodation: There are various priced homestays in the ancient town scenic area, and today's stay is in Monet's Garden. Also, don't miss the local stream fish hot pot
The Culinary Pilgrim
Self-driving tour in Lishui, these attractions you can't miss!
🌏Destination: Lishui, Zhejiang
🚗Transportation: Self-driving
💼Itinerary: 5 days and 4 nights
🏞️Attractions recommendation:
1️⃣ Lishui City Area
There are many places worth visiting in Lishui City, such as the ancient streets and beautiful parks. Here you can feel the rich atmosphere of the Jiangnan water town.
2️⃣ Songyang
Songyang is an ancient town with a long history and deep cultural heritage. There are many well-preserved ancient buildings and traditional handicrafts here, which are very suitable for friends who like cultural tourism.
3️⃣ Yunhe Terraces
Yunhe Terraces is one of the most beautiful terraces in China, with spectacular scenery. Here you can appreciate the unique farming culture and natural scenery, very suitable for friends who like outdoor activities and photography.
4️⃣ Jingning
Jingning is the only She Autonomous County in China, where there is a strong She ethnic style and unique folk culture, very suitable for friends who like to experience exotic customs.
5️⃣ Guyan Huaxiang
Guyan Huaxiang is a characteristic town that integrates historical culture, natural scenery, and artistic creation. There are many artists' studios and galleries here, which are very suitable for friends who like art and culture. Here you can also experience the fun of making traditional handicrafts.👍👍👍
💡Tips:
There is basically no public transportation between the various attractions in Lishui, it is recommended to rent a car for self-driving.🚗
Pay attention to driving safety and obey traffic rules.🚦
It is recommended to book hotels and tickets in advance to avoid delaying the itinerary.🏨🎫
Pay attention to weather changes and bring suitable clothes and equipment.👔👟
Lishui's food is also very rich, you might as well try the local specialty food.🍜🍢🍮
kellan_2032
Ultra-detailed Lishui, Zhejiang travel guide
Ultra-detailed Lishui, Zhejiang travel guide✨
✨Day1: Yunhe Terraces + Guyan Huaxiang
Morning: Go to Yunhe Terraces, admire the beautiful terraced scenery, as if you are in a poetic painting. The ticket price is about 80 yuan.
Afternoon: Go to Guyan Huaxiang, feel the ancient and quaint water town style, you can also have a cup of coffee in a small shop by the river, and enjoy a leisurely afternoon. The ticket price is about 50 yuan.
✨Day2: Jinyun Xiandu + Yandang Book Room + Heyang Ancient Houses
Morning: Go to Jinyun Xiandu, where the mountains are clear and the water is beautiful, and the scenery is beautiful. It is a Taoist holy land. The ticket price is about 60 yuan.
Afternoon: Go to Yandang Book Room and Heyang Ancient Houses to feel the local historical and cultural atmosphere. The ticket price for Yandang Book Room is about 30 yuan, and the ticket price for Heyang Ancient Houses is about 50 yuan.
✨Precautions:
Lishui has many mountains and waters, and the distribution of scenic spots is scattered. It is recommended to drive by yourself.
To watch the sunrise and sea of clouds, you need to plan in advance, it is recommended to arrive at Jiuqu Yunhuan at about 5 o'clock in the morning.
The old man of Zhutan Mountain charges on non-holidays, so be careful.
One side of Xiaochibi is a cliff, pay attention to safety, and changing to a pair of comfortable shoes will be more convenient.
✨Accommodation choices:
The accommodation choices in Lishui are very rich, ranging from luxury hotels to homestays. You can choose the appropriate accommodation according to your budget and needs. The price generally ranges from 200-500 yuan.
✨Recommended food:
The food in Lishui is very rich. It is recommended to taste the local special Jinyun roast cake and Tuso noodles. In addition, there are many local special snacks and restaurants, you can try.
✨Lishui's tourist attractions are very rich, whether it is natural scenery or historical culture, it is worth a visit. It is recommended to drive by yourself or join a local tour group to enjoy the beauty of the journey.