Xidi

Getting There - Speed train to Huangshan Bei (North) station or fly to the Huangshan Airport. Then taxi or Didi to your hotel. Attractions - Take a leisurely walk down Tunxi Old Street and enjoy the local cuisine, or visit one of the many restaurants or bars. FFFFF sandwich cafe has the best jaffles in town. Or visit Yungpu or Yungpi scenic area of Huangshan South scenic area (Yellow Mountain) via shuttle bus and then cable car up the mountain. We left our luggage at a local cafe and our luggage was well looked after. You can also visit the hot spring scenic area near the Huangshan South scenic area. If you enjoy visiting ancient villages, Hongcun and Xidi are worth visiting. Hotels - Shanshui Boutique Hotel 山水间喜新恋旧 is a Japanese style hotel with Sushi restaurany and friendly, and helpful English speaking receptionist , Xiao Xi, on the shopping street and about 300m from Tunxi Ancient street. We also stayed at the Hongcun Scenic Hotel inside the Hongcun Scenic area. You can also stay on the mountain in Yungpi or Behai hotel, but it is quite a walk to get there, so pack lightly if you decide to stay on the mountain. There is also a nice hotel at the foot of Yungpu cable car area, but I don't know the name of the hotel. Food & Restaurants - Too many in the area to single one out, many ranging from Korean, Japanese, street food to local Chinese cuisine. Shopping - Local trinkets, tea, clothes and jewellery, depending on your taste.#newyearadventure

Compared to the crowded and commercialized Hongcun, these four lesser-known ancient villages each have their own unique characteristics and are worth visiting: Nanping Village Ticket: Free Transportation: About 6 kilometers by taxi from Yi County town area More secluded than Hongcun, this ancient village has been a filming location for Zhang Yimou's 'Ju Dou' and Ang Lee's 'Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon'. I was curious about what kind of magic it holds, and after visiting, I discovered that Nanping Village's ancestral halls, maze-like ancient alleys, and primitive Hui-style architecture... all are fascinating. When you reach the over 530-year-old camphor tree at the entrance of the village🌳, be sure to sit under it for a while, it's very pleasant. Bishan Village Ticket: Free Transportation: 4-5 kilometers by taxi from Yi County town area A rare artistic ancient village in China, and also my favorite ancient village in Anhui, Bishan Village is hidden among a large expanse of fields. It has given birth to the Bishan Bookstore (Pioneer Bookstore), Pigsty Bar Hostel, Bishan Work and Sales Cooperative, Dog Kennel Bar, and other artistic and avant-garde shops. The pace of life in the village is very slow, resembling a place with a breeze, quiet and beautiful Chengkan Ticket: 107 yuan (free on Wednesdays) Transportation: Direct bus from Huangshan North Station If you want to experience the essence of Hui-style architecture, visiting Chengkan Village alone is enough. Chengkan is quite large and you can spend a whole day there. With a history of over a thousand years, Chengkan not only has more than 40 ancient buildings from the Song, Yuan, Ming, and Qing dynasties, but also a rich landscape—Bagua Village, Yongxing Lake, rapeseed flowers, ancient bridges... The Luodongshu Ancestral Hall, which preserves four golden nanmu trees, is a must-visit Xidi Ticket: 104 yuan (free on Wednesdays) Transportation: Direct bus from Yi County East Station Xidi Village is the most beautiful among these villages for viewing rapeseed flowers. Standing in the viewing pavilion halfway up the hill, you can take breathtaking photos of the entire village and the sea of rapeseed flowers without a drone. Overlooking the streams, rapeseed flowers, and ancient buildings of Xidi, you can sit quietly for an entire afternoon. The advantage of visiting ancient Huizhou villages is that they are beautiful whether it's a rainy or sunny day. Remember to get up early to see the mist, it's just like an ink painting☁️ Only after visiting these ancient villages in southern Anhui can you truly see the real appearance of ancient Huizhou.

"A lifetime of dreams, no dream to reach Huizhou" This spring, I finally visited Anhui, a place I've longed for, and checked in at this ancient village that made the National Geographic list. It's less crowded, scenically beautiful, and you can see vast fields of rapeseed flowers, making up for not seeing them last year. ❣️: Xidi Ancient Village 📍: Xidi Village, Xidi Town, Yi County, Huangshan City, Anhui Province 💰: 94 RMB per person (half price with a student ID) 🚗: Self-driving, navigate to Xidi Ancient Village, there is an open-air parking lot outside the scenic area (you can also take the Hongcun scenic area commuter bus from Huangshan North Station, two stops to Xidi, which takes about 2 hours) Xidi Ancient Village was founded during the Huangyou era of the Northern Song Dynasty, developed in the middle of the Jingtai era of the Ming Dynasty, and flourished in the early Qing Dynasty. It is a traditional Chinese village with bluestone paths, white walls and black tiles, horse head walls, and wood carvings, stone carvings, brick carvings that can be seen everywhere in the village, as well as rapeseed flower fields. Strolling through the ancient village is like wandering into a rural landscape painting. Xidi Ancient Village is more rustic compared to Wuyuan in Jiangxi, with less commercial atmosphere and more homely feel, and fewer tourists. Many alleys in the ancient village are basically deserted, very quiet, giving a serene Jiangnan vibe. Spending half a day here can make one feel much more relaxed. It even rained a little when I was there, but it didn't affect the scenery at all; on the contrary, Xidi Ancient Village in the rain is even more charming. Travel Tip: Spring has frequent showers, but they are mostly brief, so it's advisable to bring an umbrella for sunshade or rain protection. The village has many rapeseed flowers, and they are all photogenic, but be aware of mosquitoes and consider bringing mosquito repellent. The village is not large, so there's no need to deliberately look for photo spots; just wander around, and you might stumble upon a surprise at the next corner. The village is some distance from Huangshan North Station, so if you are taking the high-speed train, you can directly take the scenic area commuter bus from Huangshan North Station, and stay in the village at night. ✅ Food Recommendation: Stinky tofu (smells bad but tastes good, 15 RMB per serving in the scenic area) 🔥 Nearby Attractions: Hongcun Nanping Ancient Village (Note: Both are accessible by public bus, but it takes a long time to get there, so self-driving is more convenient)

Surrounded by mountains, the ancient village of Xidi in Anhui has always been known as a 'home in Peach Blossom Land.' As a member of the World Heritage, this spring, it is shining in the rapeseed flower sea with the glory brought by the cycle of the four seasons. In the human world's April days, the continuous rapeseed fields, the dotted peach blossoms, the ancient village and old houses surrounded by streams... This is the most ordinary time in the spring of southern Anhui, but it makes those who have seen it unforgettable.

Xidi Ancient Village is located to the east of Yi County in Anhui Province, within the Huangshan Scenic Area of Yi County, Anhui Province. Covering an area of nearly 13 hectares, the village has a history of over 950 years and currently has 3 ancestral halls and 1 archway from the 14th to the 19th century, as well as 224 ancient residential buildings from the Ming and Qing dynasties. Xidi Village has preserved the typical style of ancient Ming and Qing villages to this day, earning it the nickname 'a living museum of ancient residences'. Entering the village, you are greeted by a tall archway, and as you walk along the main road by the lake, the ancient waterwheel turns slowly and heavily. A pond of clear water reflects the black-tiled and white-walled Hui-style architecture, perfectly blending with the golden rapeseed flowers in front of the doors, presenting a beautiful and enchanting Jiangnan ink painting. Along the way, there are many students and artists painting en plein air, each focused on their brushwork, capturing these beautiful scenes on canvas... Compared to the bustling Hongcun, Xidi feels more authentic and simple, with a much lower degree of commercialization. The village has one main street, which is a commercial street, but beyond that, most of the inhabitants are locals and there are quite a few guesthouses. Walking through the narrow alleys and lanes, you can look up to see tall horse-head walls and white walls and green tiles covered with moss, adorned with festive and auspicious red lanterns🏮. Here, you will forget the passage of time and only feel that the years are peaceful... If you are tired of the hustle and bustle of the city, Xidi is a great place to visit, and it won't be overcrowded even on holidays. Walking on the bluestone-paved roads through the alleys, you can see these pink walls and black tiles that have witnessed a thousand years of historical changes; in the evening, buy a pot of locally brewed rice wine, sit by the window of your room for a drink, and watch as the red lanterns on the street light up one by one, enjoying the utmost comfort. Main attractions of Xidi: Hu Wenguang Archway, Zhuimu Hall, Duyi Court, Jing'ai Hall, Zoumalou, Kuanggu Zhai, Ruiyu Court, Dujing Hall, Taoli Garden, West Garden, East Garden, Dunren Hall, Lufu Hall, Qingyun Xuan, Yingfu Hall, Yanggao Hall, Shangde Hall, Dafu Residence, Diji Hall, etc. Recommended sightseeing route: Zoumalou, Mingjing Lake, Hu Wenguang Archway, Ruiyu Court, Zhuimu Hall, West Garden, East Garden, Hu's Ancestral Hall, Gula Bridge. Best photography spots: Walking to the right along Mingjing Lake, you can see a large waterwheel and rapeseed fields, with the time-worn Ming and Qing buildings opposite, the red couplets on the door lintels against the white walls, and a large expanse of golden rapeseed flowers at the door, which are very photogenic. In addition, each alley in Xidi has its own characteristics, and it's quite atmospheric for portrait photography, so give it a try! Transportation tips: The ancient villages in southern Anhui are quite scattered, so it's best to drive there. Alternatively, now that the Hangzhou-Huangshan high-speed train is in operation, you can take the high-speed train to Huangshan North and then rent a car or charter one. Xidi Ancient Village is not very large, and a general tour of 3.4 hours is enough. Of course, if you have time, you can stay in the scenic area, taste the local cuisine, learn about the local customs, and also see the beautiful night scenery🌃!

* Price: 94 RMB per person (half price for student ID) * Navigation address: You can directly navigate to Xidi Ancient Village, there is an open-air parking lot outside the scenic area * Recommended visiting time: Half a day to one day * How to get there: You can take the Hongcun scenic area commuter bus from Huangshan North Station, get off at Xidi after two stops, which takes about 2 hours Featured attractions: * Rural landscapes such as seas of rapeseed flowers, strolling through the ancient village is like accidentally entering a rural landscape painting * Xidi Ancient Village has less commercial atmosphere than Wuyuan in Jiangxi, and there are relatively fewer tourists. Many small alleys in the ancient village are very quiet, giving a serene feeling of Jiangnan Visiting tips: * Xidi Ancient Village in spring is rainy, but with frequent showers, it is recommended to carry an umbrella. If it rains, the scenery of Xidi Ancient Village will be even more charming * When visiting Xidi Ancient Village, you can stroll around the ancient village, admire the ancient architecture and rural scenery, * If time allows, you can plan to spend half a day to a day in Xidi Ancient Village to experience the tranquil rural charm In the ancient village, the recommended delicacy is stinky tofu, which is a kind of food that smells a bit stinky but tastes very delicious. It is sold in the scenic area for 15 RMB

The drizzle adds a poetic touch to the journey through Xidi. The ancient town is as tranquil as an ink painting in the rain, with houses, stone paths, and raindrops intertwining. Although Xidi has become commercialized, its original ecological atmosphere remains. Strolling along the creek behind the town, listening to the rain, one can feel the quietude of the ancient town. The ancient viewing platform is a must-visit spot, overlooking the village in the misty rain like a painting. After entering the scenic area, walk straight along the creek on the far right to see the steps leading to the viewing platform. Then there's wandering through the alleys off the main street, strolling in the original residential alleys. These alleys are narrow and deep, flanked by well-arranged houses, with ancient lanterns hanging on the door lintels, revealing traces of the years. Taste Wang Yitiao's wontons with chopped pepper sauce, delicious in flavor. tips: Until March 31, 2024, there is no admission fee every Wednesday, for the Huizhou Yellow Tourism Mini Program.

🏯✨ The romance of Xidi really infects everyone. In the early morning, Xidi is without tourists, some shops are not yet open, and strolling on the bluestone slabs of Xidi is like walking through a beautiful landscape painting. 🏯✨ It's as if one can see the warmth and delicacy of the ancient village of Xidi. The raindrops hitting the bluestone slabs create ripples, granting Xidi a peacefulness of the passing years. Wandering through the village, one can witness the long history of Xidi. 🏯✨ The weather in southern Anhui during early autumn alternates between sunny and rainy. The rain washes over the tiles on the houses, and the pitter-patter of the light raindrops falls on the bluestone paths, composing a moving rainy season melody that sounds particularly pleasant in the early morning of Xidi. 🏯✨ The alleys of Xidi are not winding, and after the rain, they resemble a long corridor shrouded in mist. The washing of the rain restores the town to its simplicity, and the distant mountains shrouded in mist appear like an ink painting before the eyes of the world. At this moment, Xidi is more like a gentle and serene poem, appearing so tranquil and elegant in the rain.

Xidi may not be as well-known as Hongcun, but its scenery is just as breathtaking, earning it the nickname 'Peach Blossom Shangri-la' and serving as a museum of ancient residential architecture. Its grey tiles, white walls, and brick, wood, and stone carvings are typical of Huizhou-style architecture. Xidi feels more lived-in compared to Hongcun, with the local life and atmosphere present everywhere. This season, one can behold the splendid golden rapeseed fields and wander through the long streets and short alleys of the ancient village. Recommended route: Hu Wenguang Archway - Taoli Garden - Dongyuan - Hu's Ancestral Hall - Jing'ai Hall - Xiyuan. Flower viewing tips: ① Arrive in the village before 10 am on weekends, and you'll find a less crowded, more beautiful flower sea. If time allows, consider staying overnight in the village; the scenic area is vast, with many points of interest. ② It's currently the rapeseed blossom season, and from the peach blossom slopes, one can overlook the rapeseed fields and the entire village. ③ As a museum of ancient residences, Xidi boasts exquisite brick, wood, and stone carvings, as well as couplets and calligraphy lacquer carvings that are highlights of the village. 🎫 Ticket: 94 RMB per person, free entry every Wednesday in April. The tourist center in the scenic area offers free luggage storage. 🚄 Transportation: Take the high-speed train to 'Yixian East Station,' and from there, taxis and buses are readily available.

Xidi is the top stream of ancient Huizhou villages. || The photos are all taken on the 30th-31st of this month. The spatial structure of the streets and alleys is clear, the scale of the streets is pleasant, the commerce is moderate, with rapeseed fields, and with viewing platforms. You can find all the best features of an ancient village combined in Xidi. At dusk, it's brilliantly golden and very lively, while after a rainy morning, it's full of the misty rain typical of the Jiangnan region. Highly recommend staying for a night. There's a light show in the evening, and the next morning you can take a walk in the flower fields, then go up to the spring mountain for a look. Take advantage of the influx of tourists to enjoy the ancient streets when they're less crowded. Unfortunately, this year's rapeseed flower season can be considered over, with only a few flowers scattered in the fields. We'll have to come back next year during the peak bloom.

When the bright spring light starts to sprinkle over the white walls and black tiles, and the small bridges over flowing water, it's time to take a trip to Xidi! 🌸 Flower Viewing Guide: The peach blossoms and rapeseed flowers of Xidi are blooming in competition, forming a spectacular sea of spring flowers. You can stroll through the bluestone alleys in Hanfu, escape the city's hustle and bustle, watch Huizhou opera, experience the Huizhou folk wedding, stay in a homestay, appreciate the beauty of intangible cultural heritage, taste delicious food, and immerse yourself in the 'Dream Back to Huizhou Xidi Legend', feeling the warmth of spring and the blooming flowers. Stepping into the rapeseed flower sea of Xidi, a golden ocean unfolds with flowers swaying in the wind, emitting a fresh fragrance that seems to carry the scent of the earth, warmed by spring. Small bridges over water, ancient stone paths, and the tranquil village with the dazzling rapeseed flowers create a unique and enchanting picture. Aerial photography of Xidi reveals a pastoral landscape like an ink painting, with green mountains and waters, fields and rivers complementing each other, capturing beautiful scenes. Away from the noise and impetuousness of the city, this is an ideal place to return to nature and experience the authenticity of life. Recommended flower viewing spots: Xidi's Back Creek Field Ridges, Three Trees, Viewing Pavilion Best flower viewing period: Mid-March to Mid-April 🎫 Admission Ticket: 104 yuan 🕙 Opening Hours: Open all day 📍 Detailed Address: Xidi Village, Xidi Town, Yi County, Huangshan City 🚉 Travel Guide: Xidi Ancient Town is connected to Jiuhua Mountain and Taiping Lake, 38 kilometers away from the main gate of Huangshan, 54 kilometers from Huangshan Airport, and 52 kilometers from Huangshan Railway Station

Yi County in Anhui is renowned as the 'Chinese painting' countryside, with the famous villages of Xidi and Hongcun known worldwide. Other small villages such as Guanlu, Nanping, Lucun, and Tachuan are also well-known far and wide. In this county, you can freely enjoy the unparalleled beautiful scenery, which is as picturesque as a Chinese painting, to the point where your eyes might become numb. Compared to other well-known tourist counties, the cost of living in Yi County is not exorbitantly high. You can spend a couple of thousand yuan for an in-depth tour, and enjoy the beautiful life of the 'Chinese painting' countryside! Now, I will share the related budget and expenses for your reference! 1. Ticket costs: To be honest, the ticket prices within Yi County are indeed not cheap, but still acceptable. Xidi 94 yuan, Hongcun 94 yuan, Mukeng Bamboo Sea 40 yuan, Nanping 40 yuan, Shouzhuo Garden 70 yuan, Tachuan 30 yuan, Lucun 30 yuan, for a ticket subtotal of 398 yuan. 2. Accommodation costs: There are many homestays and inns in the Xidi and Hongcun scenic areas. As long as it's not during the peak tourist season, the room rates are not high, usually around 200 yuan. Staying one night in Xidi costs 170 yuan, and three nights in Hongcun costs 480 yuan, for an accommodation subtotal of 650 yuan. 3. Dining costs: There are restaurants both inside and outside the Xidi and Hongcun scenic areas. The homestay I stayed at had a restaurant, with an average consumption of 80 yuan per meal, and breakfast at 20 yuan, making the daily dining expense 180 yuan, for a dining subtotal of 720 yuan over four days. 4. Transportation costs: Taxi fare from Yi County high-speed train station to Xidi is 20 yuan, bus from Xidi to Hongcun is 10 yuan, taxi fares from Hongcun to Lucun, Tachuan, Nanping, and Guanlu village are 180 yuan, and taxi fare from Hongcun to Yi County high-speed train station is 60 yuan, for a transportation subtotal of 270 yuan. The total cost for a 4-day and 3-night in-depth tour of the 'Chinese painting' countryside in Yi County is 398 yuan + 650 yuan + 720 yuan + 270 yuan = 2038 yuan.