Encountering Linkeng | A Hidden Paradise in the Mountains

| A Hidden Paradise in the Mountains.✨ In Yongjia, Zhejiang, there lies a picturesque ancient village—Linkeng. 🏞️ Surrounded by green mountains and clear waters, with quaint little bridges and curling smoke from chimneys, it forms a stunning landscape painting. 🌾 Walking into Linkeng feels like traveling back in time. The ancient buildings, weathered by a thousand years, still exude a unique charm. Black-tiled stone walls, wooden buildings with flying eaves, every detail showcases the wisdom and craftsmanship of the ancients. 💦 Clear green streams flow beside the houses, crystal clear. An ancient bridge spans the stream, adding a touch of human warmth to this natural beauty🎇. 🎑 Strolling along the cobblestone paths, the summer breeze rustles through the bamboo forest, bringing a refreshing coolness. Close your eyes and listen carefully, you might hear the whispers of time. ☕ In this atmospheric ancient village, there are many unique little shops. You can enjoy an iced Americano or try the special iced tea from W Coffee Amu's private kitchen, and enjoy a relaxing time😌. 📸 Linkeng is also a paradise for photography enthusiasts. Every shot feels like a masterpiece! Whether it's the first ray of sunlight in the morning or the twilight glow in the evening, it adds a unique charm to the photos. 🥘 Of course, the local delicacies here are not to be missed. The local egg puffs are crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, with a rich egg aroma; the roasted beggar's chicken is incredibly delicious, leaving you wanting more😋! 🎉 Every year, Linkeng hosts an autumn drying event (the 2023 event is from November 9 to early January 2024). Villagers lay out their harvested grains to dry, with corn, pumpkins, persimmons, sweet potatoes, peppers, and various other crops displayed in rice sieves, decorating the houses and eaves, creating a lively scene of human activity. 🌟 Some recommended spots for the autumn drying event: 1. A map of China made from harvested crops, full of creativity, come and check it out! 2. Wearing blue floral cloth clothes, with colorful rice sieves arranged, and a backdrop of 'Welcome to Linkeng' made from harvested crops, full of atmosphere. 3. Song Dynasty charm and Han style, tea brewing is a way of returning to simplicity, here you can fully enjoy a slow-paced life. 4. Bunches of harvested fruits hanging under the eaves, taking photos in Hanfu here, they complement each other perfectly. 5. Wearing a flower headpiece, with the bustling autumn drying Linkeng Bridge as the background, you will be the most eye-catching presence in the crowd! 💕 If you want to escape the hustle and bustle of the city and find a place of tranquility and beauty, then Linkeng is definitely a place not to be missed!