Discover the true essence of ink-washed Southern Anhui as you explore this guide

Lu Village is located just 1 kilometer north of the famous Hongcun, yet it is much quieter in comparison. The ancient residential complex in the village was built during the Qing Dynasty's Daoguang era by Lu Bangxie, a fourth-grade imperial court official. The complex still preserves intact the Zhicheng Hall, Siqi Hall, and Sicheng Hall. The most famous structure in the village is the Lu Village Wood Carving Building, also known as Zhicheng Hall, which was built by Lu Baiwan for his six wives. The wood carvings in Zhicheng Hall are grand and intricate, with nearly every inch of wood covered in patterns, utilizing various carving techniques, and representing the pinnacle of Huizhou wood carving craftsmanship. Lu Village is nestled between mountains and water, with the Xiaomen Creek to the west and the Qianjie Creek to the east, converging to the south to form the Fengzhan River. The core buildings are arranged along the banks of these two creeks, complemented by stone steps and wooden bridges, making the village both a mountain and a water town. If you're tired of the bustling crowds of Hongcun and seek tranquility nearby, why not follow my route and visit Lu Village? 1. Siche Bridge, the stone bridge you see after entering from the south gate ticket checkpoint, was built during the Song Dynasty. In spring, there are large fields of rapeseed flowers near the south gate. 2. Lu Lin Alley, a small alley along Qianjie Creek, is a typical Huizhou-style rain alley. 3. Follow Qianjie Creek, pass by Zuixi Building, and continue to Yancreek Inn. Along the way, there are several stone bridges and pavilions, with mountains close and water afar, making for great photography spots. 4. Tian Lantern Alley and Wood Carving Building Cluster, where you can witness the exquisite craftsmanship of Huizhou carpenters. 5. Sicheng Alley, a small alley perpendicular to Qianjie, offers beautiful scenery. 6. Lu Village Viewing Platform, a must-visit spot in Lu Village located on a nearby hillside, offering a panoramic view of the village's beauty. 7. After exiting from the west gate ticket checkpoint, you can walk along Xiaomen Creek to the south gate ticket checkpoint, where the stream babbles and ducks play in the water. Travel Tips 📍: Lu Village, Yi County, Huangshan City, Anhui Province 🎫: Admission fee is 50¥, currently free of charge for a limited time. ⏰: Estimated visiting time is 2-3 hours. 📷: Wood Carving Building, Viewing Platform, and Qianjie Creek are must-visit spots. 🚎: Take the tourist bus line from Yi County East Station to Hongcun, then take a taxi or rent an electric scooter to get there. The taxi fare is about 7 yuan; if driving, parking is available at the main entrance parking lot.