Lishui | "National Geographic" calls it 'the last secret land of Jiangnan' for its sheer beauty

🌿 Mentioning Zhejiang's Lishui is like stepping into an ancient legend 🍃 Not only is it the filming location for the fantasy drama 'Swords of Legends', known as Xian Du 💕 but also the hometown of An Lingrong from the drama 'Empresses in the Palace', which is Songyang 🍃 Awarded the title of 'China's Natural Oxygen Bar' in 2019 🌺 Insanely recommended countless times by 'Lonely Planet' 💐 Rated as 'the last secret land of Jiangnan' by 'International Geography' 🌟 Must-visit spots in Songyang include: 1️⃣ Songzhuang Village: A 600-year-old ancient village nestled by the mountains and waters, attracting countless tourists. Dense bamboo forests and streams running through the village create a haven like a utopia, perfect for in-depth travel! 2️⃣ Songyang Old Street 'Ming and Qing Ancient Street': With over 1800 years of history, it's imbued with the atmosphere of street life, resembling a real-life 'Along the River During the Qingming Festival', a living fossil of historical relics. 3️⃣ Yangjiatang Village: A typical terraced ancient village, where the yellow walls glow golden in the sunlight, earning it the nickname 'Golden Potala Palace'. At nightfall, the smoke from each household is especially enchanting! 4️⃣ Chenjiapu Village: Backed by cliffs and surrounded by mountains, it represents cliffside villages. Home to 'China's Most Beautiful Rural Bookstore' Pioneer Bookstore, it feels like a retreat from the mundane world, immersed in the fragrance of books. 5️⃣ Pingtian Village: For over 200 days a year, you can experience a fairyland shrouded in mist, known as 'Clouds Above Pingtian', with a unique charm. Earthy yellow houses and century-old trees stand on the cliffs, full of life. 6️⃣ Huang Family Mansion: The residence of Songyang's richest man during the late Qing and Republic of China era, built over fifty years by three generations, with exquisite wood carvings! It's recommended to rent a guide when visiting. 🏠 Accommodation recommendations in Songyang: - Songyang Yunli Tingwa Homestay: A homestay deep in the mountains, where you can admire the misty valleys and gaze at the starry sky at night, perfect for a vacation to breathe in the fresh air. - Yunxi MO+: Located in Chenjiapu Village, it boasts the entire valley and is within walking distance to the mountaintop cafe, plus a cute bear swimming pool, offering a luxurious mountain retreat. 🍜 Songyang food recommendations: 1️⃣ Baixian Noodle House: A noodle house featured on CCTV, where noodles are made on a traditional stove, offering a unique taste worth trying. 2️⃣ Xuji Salt-Baked Chicken: A local signature dish with two varieties, white and black chicken, both delicious. 3️⃣ Songyang specialty snacks: Bean curd, yellow rice, Bailao wine, Qingming fruit, wheat and bean rice, etc., can be tasted everywhere on the streets. 📝 Travel tips: 1️⃣ Many ancient villages in Songyang are located deep in the mountains, so it's more convenient to travel by self-driving or chartered car. You can also take the high-speed train to Songyang Station and then take a taxi. 2️⃣ The ancient villages are free to visit, with no admission fee required. If you're tired of the big city, why not rest in Songyang for a few days? Experience the utopian life outside the city, and it will rejuvenate you. It's a place you must visit in your lifetime! 💖