Ancient Residence of Heyang

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.

1. Wenhan Public Ancestral Hall: Located in the north of Heyang Village, commemorating Zhu Wenhan, it was built in the 18th year of Jiaqing. 2. He Gongte Ancestral Hall: A filial son's ancestral hall from the Qing Dynasty, built in the 29th year of the Guangxu era of the Qing Dynasty, with exquisite carvings inside. 3. Xuzhu Public Ancestral Hall: Commemorating Zhu Xuzhu, built in the 8th year of Xianfeng in the Qing Dynasty, commonly known as the "Octagonal Pavilion Ancestral Hall". 4. Lianrang Room: A typical representative of 18 rooms, named after the allusion of Fan Boyan. 5. Zhu Dazong Ancestral Hall: Commemorating the ancestor Zhu Qingyuan, it was built in the early Ming Dynasty. 6. Following the Rules and Reflecting the Moon: Four layers of square and round corridors, built in accordance with the style of Suzhou gardens. 7. Horse Head Wall: 32 horse head-shaped wall heads, each with different shapes and extraordinary momentum. 8. Bashi Gate: The main gate of Heyang Ancient Village, commemorating the eight scholars of Heyang, with a stone beast bestowed by Zhu Yuanzhang in front of the gate. 9. Heyang Ancient Street: Two-story houses, with a sense of architectural interlacing from the Ming, Qing and Republic of China. Ticket price: 40 yuan, free after 17:30. Transportation: There are direct buses to Heyang from the high-speed rail station, and there are also scenic buses from Xiandu to Heyang. You can also take a taxi from Jinyun West Station, about 10 kilometers.

Unexpectedly, in Jinyun, there is a thousand-year-old village bound by clan kinship, where families live together, known as the 'living fossil of ancient villages in the south of the Yangtze River'. In Jinyun, the elderly often recite an old saying: 'Having a daughter marry into Heyang is better than becoming an empress'. This place is the Heyang ancient residence. The Heyang ancient residence was built at the end of the Five Dynasties, with a history of over a thousand years. 94% of the villagers in Heyang share the surname Zhu, and they still live together as a clan, passing on the tradition of farming and scholarship. There are ten major clan-style ancient residential complexes and fifteen ancient ancestral halls, the Song dynasty ancient temple 'Fuchang Temple' that embodies the unity of three teachings, the 'Eight Scholars Gate' from the Yuan dynasty, and the stone 'Xihan' bestowed by the founder of the Ming dynasty, Zhu Yuanzhang, in front of the 'Eight Scholars Gate'. Ancient bridges, agricultural tools, furniture, murals, poetry, plaques, carvings, and the unique Heyang paper-cut window decorations of Chinese folk art, along with quaint folk activities, make up this rare thousand-year-old cultural ancient village in the south of the Yangtze River. There are also ten ancient ancestral halls, five ancient temples, and over 1500 old mansions. Walking into it is like traveling through a thousand-year-long scroll of history. The layout of one street and five alleys, one stream and two pits, still retains the design features of the Yuan dynasty. The horse-head walls are towering and imposing, with ancient murals and poetry everywhere under the eaves, and the interior features carved beams and painted rafters, spacious and bright. The most famous building in Heyang is the 'Eight Scholars Gate'. It is said that the Zhu family's ancestors passed down the tradition of farming and scholarship, valued agriculture and commerce, and produced many talents, becoming the wealthiest in the region. During the Song and Yuan dynasties, eight scholars emerged, forming the 'Yiyang Poetry School'. The 'Eight Scholars Gate' was built in honor of this achievement. In front of the gate, there is a pair of headless stone lions, gifts from Zhu Yuanzhang, named 'Xihan', signifying the rarity of a single village producing eight scholars. It is said that in Heyang, any important matter must pass through the 'Eight Scholars Gate', a custom that continues to this day. I highly recommend visiting Heyang. When we went, there were almost no tourists, just locals coming and going. It's perfect for friends who like to immerse themselves in the life of an ancient village.

I originally planned to visit the Xian Du scenic area, but unfortunately, there were too many tourists. I didn't want to spend the whole day in line, so I stumbled upon this ancient village. It is currently the largest in scale, oldest in history, and most culturally profound of its kind in the Jiangnan region. The ancient architectural complex, covering 0.4 square kilometers, allows visitors to appreciate the thoughtfulness of the scenic area. Even during holidays, it is not overcrowded, offering an excellent experience. The area is not only rich in historical and cultural atmosphere but also offers a variety of activities, such as paper-cutting, embroidery, calligraphy, Wuyi opera performances, and water screen movies. I feel that the 40 yuan ticket is well worth the price. - Heyang Ancient Residences attractions: ✔️Xu Zhu Ancestral Hall, Wen Han Ancestral Hall, Qi Ru Ancestral Hall, Zhu Da Ancestral Hall, Gui Er Ancestral Hall, He Gong Special Ancestral Hall: Inside the Heyang Ancient Residences, there are still ten major clan-style ancient residential buildings and fifteen ancient ancestral halls. Currently, six halls are open for visitors, which require a ticket for entry. I also happened to encounter a Wuyi opera performance at the Qi Ru Ancestral Hall, which was quite novel. ✔️Xun Gui Ying Yue: Suzhou-style garden, the quadruple circular corridors give a sense of roundness and layers. ✔️Horse Head Wall: 32 horse heads in various shapes, the ancient buildings and small bridges are very photogenic. ✔️Geng Zao Yi Feng: The scene of celebrating the Chinese New Year in a quadrangle courtyard was featured in the 2015 CCTV Spring Festival Gala. ✔️Ba Shi Men: Passing through the Ba Shi Men leads to the old street, with distinctive shops such as a barber shop, Hanfu shop, barrel shop, and traditional Chinese medicine hall. ✔️Gong Ji Bridge: A national key cultural relics protection unit, this majestic stone arch bridge is a must-visit. ✔️'Only This Heyang' Cultural and Creative Store: The products are very creative. I bought a fridge magnet as a souvenir, and the creative ice cream here is also very good. - 📍Heyang Ancient Residences: Heyang Village, Jinyun County, Lishui City, Zhejiang Province 🕐Opening hours: 8:00-17:00, no entry after 16:30 🎫Ticket: 40 yuan/person

🌿 Hidden deep in time, Heyang Ancient Village, a place where even time stops. Here, every brick and tile tells a thousand-year-old story, and every door gap reveals the accumulation of history.🏯 📍【Location】Xinjian Town, Jinyun County, Lishui City, Zhejiang Province. This is not a popular tourist spot with crowds, but a quiet world that stands alone. 🚄【Transportation】Depart from all over the country, take the high-speed train to Lishui Station, then transfer to a direct bus or transfer to Jinyun West Station halfway, for the last part of the journey, you can choose to take a taxi for about 10km, or walk, feeling the anticipation of unveiling the mystery. 🏠【Heyang Ancient Houses】Every building here is a white-walled and black-tiled Wupai architecture, as if you are in a thousand years ago. More than 1,500 ancient houses, each one is a witness to history, they quietly guard this land, waiting for the visit of the destined. 📸【Must-visit route for ancient houses】Starting from the entrance, Yutian Public Ancestral Hall, Xuzhu Public Ancestral Hall, Lianrang's Room, Wenhan Public Ancestral Hall, Xungui Reflecting the Moon, He Gongte Ancestral Hall, Horse Head Wall, Gengzao Yifeng, Bashimen, Heyang Ancient Street, every stop is a time-traveling journey. 🌟【Must-visit attractions guide】 - Bashimen: About 150m long, the main gate of the ancient village, the stone statue in front of the gate is said to be bestowed by Emperor Zhu Yuanzhang of the Ming Dynasty, and the heaviness of history hits you in the face. - Xuzhu Public Ancestral Hall: Commemorating Zhu Xuzhu, there is an "Octagonal Pavilion Ancestral Hall" inside, which is antique and seems to hear the echo of history. - Horse Head Wall: 32 horse heads with different shapes, like a roaring herd of horses, unique. - Heyang Ancient Street: Ancient buildings from the Ming and Qing Dynasties, ancient streets from the Republic of China, every step is on the pulse of history. - Xungui Reflecting the Moon: The porch structure is like Suzhou Garden, full of ancient charm, a great place for photo check-in. 🍱【Local food】Jinyun baked buns, Jinyun earth noodles, especially the combination of baked buns and dried mustard greens, half-fat and half-lean stuffing, every bite is an ultimate temptation to the taste buds. 💥【Travel Tips】 - After 17:30 in the evening, you don't need a ticket to enter the scenic area, or you can enter from the side road during the day without a ticket, and you need to buy a separate ticket for some ancestral halls. - The entire scenic area is 0 commercialized, pure ancient architecture, allowing you to truly feel the original taste of history. 🌈【Conclusion】 In this fast-paced era, Heyang Ancient Village is like a lost pure land, it quietly waits for everyone who is willing to slow down, to feel, to listen. There is no hustle and bustle here, no commercial intrusion, only the peace of time, only the echo of history. If you are tired of the hustle and bustle of the city, why not come here and let your soul be completely purified. Ancient VillageAncient HousesTravelerTime

🏠"The millennium ancient houses exude a simple charm, a timeless ease that has persisted through the ages." Beneath the land of Lishui Jinyun, the beauty extends beyond the renowned Xianyou. The historical sediment of Heyang Ancient Houses remains unaffected by the commercialization of today, and undisturbed by the noise and clamor. They still retain their "original appearance." - 📍Location: Xinjian Town, Jinyun County, Lishui City, Zhejiang Province 🚄Transport: In addition to driving, there are direct buses from all over the country to Lishui High-speed Train Station, or you can also take a bus to Lishui Station and transfer to Jinyun West Station, then take a taxi for about 10km - 🏠【Heyang Ancient Houses】 🌟There are about 1500 residential buildings preserved within the ancient houses, each one featuring the white walls and black tiles of the Wuyi architectural style. Being in the ancient houses is like traveling back to an era hundreds of years ago, with a very simple and elegant charm. - 💥The entire scenic area is zero-commercialized, truly presenting the well-preserved appearance of ancient architectural charm. -

Lishui Jinyun gave me the impression of being simple and natural, and the ancient residences of Heyang are such a village, exuding a bit of the atmosphere of daily life.🏚️ Heyang Village is a thousand-year-old ancient village that is bonded by clan kinship and lives together as a clan. It is one of the first batch of traditional Chinese villages and a famous historical and cultural village in China. There are more than 1,500 existing residential buildings from the Ming and Qing dynasties, many ancient ancestral halls, temples, and one Qing dynasty bridge with five arches. Alleys, streets, streams... The brick and wood carvings are unique, with courtyards, large skywells, brick-wood structures, and roofs with double slopes, all with their own characteristics.🛖 Here, time seems to slow down. Walking around, you can feel the tranquility and harmony of the ancient village of Jinyun.🏡