Tuanshan Village

We rode a shared bike for a 30-kilometer round trip. The entrance fee to Tuanshan Village, Tuanshan Train Station, was 35 yuan. It was a bit dark, so we didn't go inside. We wandered around, had a cup of tea, and left. Strawberry picking was nice, too. I got some exercise today. There are supposedly small trails that don't require an entrance fee, but the 10 yuan entrance fee is understandable. 35 yuan is too expensive. If you take the train, it's 100 yuan round trip, 60 yuan each way, and 35 yuan for the entrance fee, then the food is not cheap. It's clearly a bit of a tourist trap. The air is great! It's a shame the entrance fee ruined my mood. I saw two foreigners on bicycles who didn't go in either. Alas!

Jianshui is brimming with historical charm, and Tuanshan Ancient Village is truly worth a visit. Just a ten-minute walk from the train's final stop, Tuanshan Station, is the Tuanshan Folk House Visitor Center. Perhaps due to its distance from the city and its secluded location, it wasn't crowded during winter break. With over 600 years of history, Tuanshan Village's beauty demands careful exploration. I bought a round-trip ticket for the train, which included a two-hour stay, but it felt like too little time for a quick glimpse. The village is mostly inhabited by locals, and every prominent household has a sign with its history and introduction outside. There are also numerous exquisite brick, wall, and wood carvings.

Most residents of the village are surnamed Zhang, and the Zhang family left behind a substantial mansion with four bunkers and numerous loopholes, reflecting both the prosperity of the Zhang family and the instability of the times, when banditry was common. A large tree stands in the center of the village, beneath which neighbors play cards and a few peddlers chat with each other. The village's Confucian temple is under construction and is currently closed to the public. The last mansion, a house bestowed with a plaque by the emperor, has lost its former glory with the passage of time. Only the weathered plaque serves as a reminder of this period, and the Zhang family's descendants are now scattered.

After separating from the tour guide, Lao Tang and I walked towards the mountain behind the village. After passing the west gate, there was a temple. The temple was not big, but the 18 doors of the main hall were old objects, and some gold foil on the doors was still preserved, which showed that the temple was once very popular.

We passed the temple and climbed to Shuijingpo. The road condition was bad, it was completely a mountain road. Looking back, Tuanshan Village was in full view. The village was not big and was neatly located at the foot of the mountain. The four village gates tightly guarded the village. Under the blue sky, there was a quiet and peaceful atmosphere.

Due to its remote location, it was not damaged during certain special historical periods and is well preserved.

There are four gates to the village, and we entered from the Suocui Tower at the north gate.

The village's roads are paved with bluestone, symbolizing soaring to the sky. Villagers say that as you ascend the road, you'll see wood carvings.

There is a strange tree here that has never been seen before. It bears huge hollow fruits. The villagers say that the fruits are not edible.

I loved the villagers chatting in front of their houses, the way Wangcai wagged his tail at us, and the curls of smoke from the old houses. This ancient village has survived ruthless wars and the passage of time, remaining untouched and brimming with life. I hope it won't be destroyed by tourism development...

Tuanshan folk houses are located 13 kilometers west of Jianshui ancient city. The ancestor Zhang Fu came to Yunnan for trade from Xuyizhai, Poyang County, Raozhou Prefecture, Jiangxi Province during the Hongwu period of the Ming Dynasty. He first lived in Lantoupo outside the west gate of Jianshui City. After moving three times, he finally settled in Tuanshan. The family became prosperous and became a large clan.

Tuanshan, called "Tusheir" in the Yi language, which means "a place of gold and silver," is translated into Chinese as Tuanshan. The village is 13 kilometers from the county seat, built on a slope with rolling green hills behind it and fertile fields in front of it. It is home to the Zhang clan.

Tuanshan Village boasts 16 extant traditional dwellings, four village gates, three temples, one ancestral hall, and a collection of earthen buildings that blend Yi and Han cultures. These traditional buildings, with their pristine appearance, compact layout, and ample space, along with exquisitely crafted wood, stone, and brick carvings, showcase the typical characteristics of southern Yunnan residential architecture and embody the essence of traditional Chinese culture. They are not only the pinnacle of Yunnan's traditional residential architecture but also a testament to the history of industrial and commercial development in southern Yunnan.

Among them, Zhang Family Garden and Dacheng Temple are the most interesting.

We arrived here by taking the Jianshui Ancient City train. Tuanshan Village is mainly for visiting ancient houses and ancient buildings. It is recommended to ask a guide here to gain more benefits. Perhaps a clock, a wood carving, or a water tank that seems to be ordinary people has its own unique features.

For this village with a history of more than 600 years

The beauty of Tuanshan Village requires careful appreciation to feel.

Tuanshan Village is a small mountain village with Han Chinese houses that have survived 600 years of wind and rain and are still well-preserved. With the train ticket, you can buy a ticket to Tuanshan for 45 yuan (the entrance fee to Tuanshan is 50 yuan). I have seen so many ancient villages and towns, so I didn't go in.

The Zhang Family Courtyard is a representative example of a local residential building. The General's Mansion has fallen into disrepair, but it still has many highlights.

It's very average. What's worse is that there are no taxis or Didi.

This is the last stop on the Jianshui train, but it's a separate attraction with a separate fee. If you take the Jianshui train, your visit will be quite tight. The local architecture is traditional Yunnan dwellings. Some of the attractions shown on the map are still under renovation, while others are still inhabited. The "12 Tastes of Feng Wei" program once performed here.

There are two adorable geese in the Tuanshan residential area. They might peck at you, but they seem a bit scared and walk around limping. There are also plants that look like lanterns. Tuanshan's residential area is quite old, with many older houses. The area is not very large, so I finished it in about an hour.

After an hour-long tour of the village, I wasn't surprised to find such a remote town home to the lavish Zhu Family Garden. The even more remote Tuanshan Village, owned by the Zhang family, is home to many high-ranking officials, holding various positions. The preserved houses are exceptionally exquisite, the architecture so exquisite that even a window creates a different three-dimensional effect from different angles. The gilt work on many doors remains vibrant even after over a century, and the carved beams and painted pillars reveal a sense of bygone opulence. I was astounded. Having seen Anhui, I've felt that nowhere else could boast more exquisite houses, but the heritage of such a small place is even more astounding.

You must hire a tour guide to visit this place, which costs about 30 yuan. If you don’t hire one, your visit will be in vain.

The train's final stop was lunchtime, so most people ate there. Personally, I felt it wasn't worth it to just visit a few courtyards in the village. You could eat at the entrance to the village without having to buy a ticket.

Tuanshan Ancient Village is a well-preserved village that has been around for over 600 years. It boasts numerous ancient buildings, each with its own unique style, reflecting the characteristics of both Yunnan's ethnic minorities and the Han Chinese. The authentic old houses are truly captivating. Few ancient villages in China are so well-preserved, and Yunnan still has some to offer. It's well worth a visit!

If you like famous houses, you can go and have a look, they are well preserved.

The whole thing is a village with some history. There is nothing inside, only the door head and door lintel. There are still residents in the village. Most of the buildings are under repair. Overall, it doesn't feel worth 50 yuan. But as I said, "I'm here now."

After my morning tour, I missed the millet-gauge route to Tuanshan Village, so I took a yellow van across from Yongzhen Gate to Huanglong Temple. From there, I took a tricycle to Tuanshan Village. The round-trip fare was under 20 yuan, much cheaper than the meter-gauge route, but it lacked the charm of the meter-gauge route. I have to mention Huanglong Temple on the way there. The exterior is rather dingy, but as I ascended the steps, I felt a sense of quiet and ethereal tranquility, with birdsong and flowers blooming. It lacked the commercial atmosphere of scenic temples. On the way up, I happened to hear them chanting sutras (they have a name, but I've forgotten it). I don't know what they were chanting, but listening to them for a while was quite soothing. I arrived at Tuanshan Village. I was the only one on the road. Perhaps because I come from a rural background, I wasn't impressed by the ancient houses. I didn't hire a guide, so I just took a quick look. Some of the old houses were still inhabited, which surprised me the first time I entered. They were quite nonchalant, as if they were used to tourists entering their homes. Overall, I didn't feel there was much to see, but since I'm in Jianshui, I might want to go there if I have time.

Except for Huang'en Mansion and Zhang Family Garden, the remaining ancient houses have basically not been developed as tourist attractions. They are still in large courtyards with many residents living in them. Many exquisite paintings, wood carvings and stone carvings are still seriously damaged, which is a pity.

Tuanshan Village is not big, but it takes more than an hour to walk through it. People who like ancient buildings may have no time to visit. Pay attention to the last bus back to Jianshui. The last bus is at 6 pm, so don't miss it.

Not far from Jianshui Ancient Town, it is very convenient to drive there

Nestled on a hillside, nestled between the mountains and the water, the village boasts an elegant, tranquil atmosphere and breathtaking scenery. Entering the undeveloped village, there's no overly commercial atmosphere, and even villagers are rare; it's surprisingly quiet. For those of us who have long been immersed in a crowded and bustling environment, it feels like entering another world. Winding paths lead to secluded retreats, and well-preserved houses stand quietly within. A stroll through these secluded spaces is truly captivating...

Tuanshan Village boasts a wealth of old-style buildings steeped in cultural heritage. Twenty-one well-preserved traditional Han Chinese dwellings and ancient buildings remain, each numbered and shared by countless families. Tuanshan's descendants live a self-sufficient farming life in these enviable old houses, year after year welcoming the return of the spring swallows, who have also made their homes on the eaves beams adorned with carved dragons and painted phoenixes.

Across from the north gate of the ancient city, there's a small yellow van that goes directly to the parking lot at the east gate of Tuanshan Village. The ticket is 5 yuan and the one-way journey takes about half an hour. You'll pass the Tuanshan Station, a small yellow building where the train stops. The bus leaves on the hour, both going and returning.

What we can see now are the renovated ancient houses. As the introduction to the scenic spot says, we can learn more about the courtyard structure of Jianshui's traditional houses, but it is very interesting to see some traces left over from the red era inside.

Parts of Zhang Family Garden are under renovation, so it's a shame I couldn't explore the entire area. However, the paintings of ladies on the wooden windows of the boudoirs are quite charming. Sitting on the beauties' chairs, you can look down upon the pond, brimming with rouge and red carp, surrounded by carved stone railings – a truly delightful sight. But imagine how boring it must have been for ladies in the boudoirs of the past, seeing the same scenery every day.

The village still has local residents. As we entered this small, predominantly black and yellow settlement, we also stepped into the life of the locals, passed down through generations. Elderly men and women moved small stools to sit in front of the doors of once-prosperous homes, chatting in their local dialect. Others leaned on chairs in dimly lit rooms. We searched for lights in the houses but couldn't find any. Perhaps they all returned to their homes at night?

The entire tour wasn't long, taking us two hours, so if you opt for the train and speed things up, you'll have plenty of time. We left at 11:30 AM, so we stopped by Cai's Snack Shop near the parking lot for some cold shao noodles and pickled radish. The shao noodles weren't quite as cold as the ones at the old shop in the old town. The pickled radish was good, icy and crisp. While it still had a bit of a punchy taste, it was better than the mushy ones at the one near Huilong KTV in Gejiu.

We drove there on our own and the scenery was quite nice. We took photos along the way.

The Jianshui train's final stop is Tuanshan Village Station, where the train stops for an hour and a half for tourists to visit. It started to rain heavily right after we arrived at the station, and we couldn't get off the train for the first 10 minutes.

The weather in Yunnan is so changeable.

It takes about 15-20 minutes to walk from Tuanshan Village Station to Tuanshan Village Scenic Spot. Maybe because I was always trying to capture the beautiful scenery, I wasted some time. But who doesn’t come out to enjoy the beautiful scenery?

On the way to Tuanshan Village, there are also large lotus ponds. These are not for tourists to see or take photos of, but are a farming project for local residents. Some farmers are standing in the water picking lotus roots, which attracts many tourists to stop and watch.

When I first entered the village, there was no entrance fee. I thought the internet had misinformed me. The parking lot at the entrance to the village was very clean. We walked along the village road and, as expected, we came to a gate not far away.

The entrance fee to Tuanshan Village is 50 yuan, but if you have a train ticket, you can get a 30 yuan discount. Apparently, some tourists don't come by train. I hesitated: there was less than an hour left, and I still had to leave 20 minutes to get back, which meant I only had a little over half an hour to explore.

The most common surname in Tuanshan Village is Zhang, so the Zhang Family Compound should be the largest, right? Unfortunately, construction was underway when I visited. It's said that the Zhang family paid a large sum for the railway construction, so they built a station in Tuanshan Village to facilitate travel—wealth is awesome!

The restrooms in the ancient village are comparable to 5-star hotels! Because I was running around, I thought they were ancient houses and ruins from a distance several times!

I ran and stumbled like this and took a quick look around Tuanshan Village.

Personally, I think the tour time in Tuanshan Village should be extended a bit so that tourists can have a farm meal and take a rest.

Tuanshan Village is a geographical name. There are many Tuanshan villages in my country, namely Tuanshan Village in Guiyi Township, Tancheng County, Shandong Province. The whole village is surnamed Lu. Because the village is surrounded by mountains on three sides, it is named Tuanshan; Tuanshan Village in Xizhuang Town, Jianshui County, Honghe Prefecture, Yunnan Province; Tuanshan Village in Dashan Township, Lancang County, Pu'er City, Yunnan Province; Tuanshan Village in Daqiao Township, Huize County, Qujing City, Yunnan Province; Tuanshan Village in Hanzhuang Town, Longyang District, Baoshan City, Yunnan Province; Tuanshan Village in Yijie Township, Nanhua County, Chuxiong Prefecture, Yunnan Province; Tuanshan Village in Dezhu Township, Midu County, Dali Prefecture, Yunnan Province; Tuanshan Village in Liming Township, Ning'er County, Pu'er City, Yunnan Province and many other villages.

Let's talk about the train first. It's decorated with wood and looks quite nice. Tickets are discounted at 70 yuan with either the Examination Hall or Zhu Family Garden entrance fee. The journey isn't long, with stops at two scenic spots along the way: Shuanglong Bridge and Xianghui Station. The final stop is Tuanshan, which is well worth a ride. The old houses in Tuanshan are fantastic! Houses like Baotong Mansion and Zhang Family Garden are authentic and more interesting than the renovated houses in the county town. We didn't get to enter the General's Mansion, so the villagers charged an additional 5 yuan. I heard there's a small path to the right of the ticket gate leading into the village, where there seems to be an inn. If you're planning to visit Tuanshan, be sure to hurry; the train only stops for two hours.

I followed the inn owner and took a shortcut inside for a walk. It felt pretty good. The streets and buildings all had traces of time. The grilled tofu at the gate was also pretty good.

Tuanshan Village needs to be explained by locals, otherwise you will wander around blindly and not know the history. It is a very nice little village. I recommend it to those who like nostalgia!

Tuanshan is a characteristic primitive ecological village in Yunnan Province with its profound heritage of "an original ecological village that has completely preserved the characteristics of the 19th century" and "the most exquisite ancient residential complex in Yunnan".

To reach Tuanshan Village, you must first take a bus or walk (about 40 minutes from the ancient town to the roundabout) to the intersection of Beizheng Street and Chaoyang North Road. Green minibuses with signs indicating the destination are available. The fare from Jianshui to Tuanshan Village is 5 yuan per person. The entrance fee is 50 yuan per person, which I find a bit pricey. However, after seeing the old buildings, the Hundred Ninth Patience Painting in the Zhang Family Garden, and the lifelike paintings of ladies on the wooden doors, it was all worth it.

Zhang Family Garden is nice, as are the General's Mansion and the Sima Mansion. The original distinctive residential buildings have been made uncomfortable by the renovation. The old-fashioned checkered roads have been replaced with flat stone slabs. It's really baffling...

There are few people, and I filmed the Twelve Flavors of Feng Wei here! It's only suitable for a day trip, not for overnight stays, and the facilities need to be improved!

Tuanshan Village is a small village with many old houses. First, let's talk about how to get there from the ancient city. First, take a bus. I didn't go to the bus station to check, so I'm not sure. Second, take the Lin'an Sightseeing Train. The train ticket is 100 yuan. It runs daily on weekdays, departing at 9:00 AM. It passes Shuanglong Bridge and Xianghui Bridge, stopping for half an hour at each bridge, and then ends at Tuanshan Station, where it stays for two hours before returning at 1:00 PM. The rural scenery along the way is particularly beautiful, and the train is uniquely decorated. You'll receive a bottle of water and a pastry, making it a pleasant experience, though the price is a bit high. Third, you can go on your own by bike or on foot. The journey to Tuanshan is about ten kilometers, and the scenery is beautiful. I highly recommend cycling. Now, let's talk about Tuanshan Village. Get off at Tuanshan Station and walk along the main road. After crossing the bridge, turn left and continue straight until you reach the visitor center. There's a fee, but I don't know the entrance fee. I was taken in by a villager, and it cost 20 yuan per person. You can also walk in on your own. There are probably many paths leading to the main road, so you can explore them on your own. The village isn't large, but it has many attractions, though few are worth visiting, as they're all run-down. Given the village's size, the winding alleys are a bit risky, so getting lost is a possibility. But don't worry, the village is small and you can find your way around. Maps are provided at each attraction. The village is largely undeveloped, with mostly old houses, making it virtually tourist-free and tranquil. There are only one or two restaurants near the visitor center, so bring your own food. There's only one accommodation in the village, but I'm not sure if it's open. It's easy to explore in two hours, but if I were on my own, I'd definitely spend more time. For those with a love for the countryside, this is a must-see.

An ancient village with Zhang Family Garden, Sima Mansion, etc. Zhang Family Garden has been renovated. Many of the ancient buildings are still inhabited.

Tuanshan Folk House is OK, but the entrance fee is a bit expensive. The Shuixie Hexiang Farm at the entrance is a rip-off. Two vegetarian dishes are 50 yuan. Maybe there are not many people here, so they take every penny they can get. How much can a pound of vegetarian food cost? Is it because it is too delicious or too delicate? The picture says it all. It has no salt and no taste. Boss, let me teach you how to make it.

I went there in 2013 and was deeply impressed by the exquisite architecture. The exquisitely carved doors and windows, couplets, pillars, foundation stones, and architectural layout all have great details. Everywhere is filled with stories. It's worth visiting more than once.

It's a relaxing place. I stayed there for one night and saw a lion dance to celebrate the new year in the morning. There are many old houses in the village, which are well preserved.

In these old houses, you can see window panes like those found in the homes of the wealthy in the past. Each one is carved with a different pattern and story. They're truly exquisite. Back in the day, these beautiful window panes were all gilded, what a glorious time they must have been. It's a shame that most of them are broken, which is a real shame. They're not selling these, but if I could, I'd buy two to take home.

The houses in Tuanshan are really nice with their carved beams and painted rafters and ingenious courtyard layouts.

Hailed as "an original village that has completely preserved its 19th-century style and characteristics" and "the most exquisite ancient residential complex in Yunnan," the 50-yuan ticket cost 40 yuan for a guide whose pronunciation was incoherent.

The hustle and bustle of ancient towns like Lijiang and Xitang scare me!

Tuanshan's residential buildings are like a young girl who never leaves her home. Their tranquil beauty invites you to calm down and slowly appreciate them. Wandering through the dwellings, you'll see traces of China's unique decade, a unique part of its landscape. Exquisite poems and colorful paintings adorn the walls and door lintels, exuding a rich cultural atmosphere. The window in Huang'en Courtyard reveals different patterns from different angles—a truly exquisite work! The earthen walls are already deep and ravine-like.

The red paint on the doors and windows had already peeled off.

But you can still feel the splendor of the past!

Tuanshan Village is a typical southern Yunnan residential area, which is relatively well preserved. In fact, there are quite a lot of traditional residential buildings in Jianshui, and the quality is also good. It can be seen that Jianshui was a prosperous place in the early years.

Hidden in the quiet little village of Tuanshan is a large Han Chinese residence that has been well preserved after 600 years of wind and rain, which is rare in remote areas of ethnic minorities.

Hidden in this quiet little village is a large Han Chinese residence that has been well preserved after 600 years of wind and rain. This is rare in remote areas of ethnic minorities and is the highlight of our trip to Jianshui.

The layout and decoration of Tuanshan's residences are similar to those in Jiangnan. All buildings have green tile roofs, whitewashed exterior walls, and green brick skirtings. Each house is centered around a courtyard, with the main gate often located on the side of the main building.

The Tuanshan residences are compact and comfortable, particularly renowned for the intricate wood carvings on the beams, slats, and window lattices. The figures, animal poses, plant motifs, and geometric figures depicted in these carvings are each carved using different techniques tailored to the specific form, combining punctuation and relief. The meticulous attention to detail and the masterful craftsmanship are breathtaking. This grandeur reflects the family's admiration for refined elegance. In addition to wood, brick, and stone carvings, paintings and calligraphy are also an integral part of the architectural décor. Poems and couplets adorn the courtyard walls, and the ceiling of one building boasts over 100 paintings and calligraphy, fully demonstrating the family's scholarly heritage.

Stepping into the Tuanshan dwellings allows every visitor to fully experience the rich historical and cultural pulse of these dwellings, like a journey through time. Though the earthen walls have long been eroded by rain, revealing deep ravines and gullies; though the intricately carved doors and windows have long since peeled off their lacquer, losing their former splendor and revealing a sense of age, this in no way diminishes the dwellings' aesthetic value, nor does it diminish their cultural penetration, which reaches deep into the soul. While this place lacks the bustle and bustle of Lijiang Old Town, the leisurely lifestyle of Dali's Shuanglang, or the scenic beauty and culture of Heshun Ancient Town, its subtle ancestral simplicity and honesty, as well as the portrayal of the lives of its indigenous residents, evoke a sense of nostalgia.

The village is steeped in cultural heritage, as evidenced by the names of the houses alone: "General's House," "Sima's House," and so on. It's said that the Zhang family placed great importance on education, with each household contributing a certain amount of their income to public education each year, embracing the belief that "wealth is not as good as culture." This clearly demonstrates the foresight of the Zhang family at the time.

I just passed by and saw the local villagers picking tree flowers.

The Tuanshan residential complex left a lasting impression on me, not because of its beauty or grandeur, but rather its tranquility. That quietness invites relaxation, a rare tranquility in a big city. Of course, the delicious hawkbill peaches are also unforgettable.

The residential houses in Tuanshan are beautifully preserved. First, visit the General's Residence, then the Zhang Family Garden, and finally the Huang'en Mansion. These are the three most interesting houses. There are also ancestral halls, schools, etc. On the 20th day of the first lunar month every year, the villagers will hold a feast to worship their ancestors (similar to the long street banquet in Lao Huzui).

Known as the "Ancient City of Loulan in Yunnan," it was inscribed on the World Heritage List in 2006, earning it a place of global fame. But in my opinion, despite its old buildings, they lack distinctive character and are far less scenic than Zhu Family Garden. Instead, the lotus pond outside the residences captivates photographers, visitors seek inspiration, and tourists take pictures.

The Zhang family, who made their fortune mining, built a large residential complex for their clansmen. Aside from a few small souvenir shops at the entrance, the village is completely devoid of commercialism. Even the buildings are pristine, and the large-character posters on the walls have not yet been removed.

Tuanshan Village, with admission 50 yuan per person, is a uniquely pristine ecological village in Yunnan. Its history is evident. The village lacks a commercial atmosphere, and locals still live there, sunbathing and tending to household chores. My sister and I thought it was a perfect place to film films set during the Anti-Japanese War. For those interested in architecture, this is a great place to visit; it's quite unique.

Jianshui Tuanshan Village is located 13 kilometers west of Jianshui County, Honghe Prefecture, Yunnan Province. It is a relatively well-preserved residential area, especially the exquisite wood carvings and colorful paintings and calligraphy, which are worth a careful appreciation.

I took a lot of photos of buildings. It's a very nice place. I like it.

It is highly recommended to go here. There is a large area of residential houses built with stone as the main material. At that time, this area of residential houses belonged to a prominent family named Zhang. Later, the family gradually declined, but the people living in it were still people with the surname Zhang.

The village is built on a slope, with its back against green mountains and facing the fertile Xizhuang Basin, Lujiang River, Gebishi Tielu, and Jishi Expressway passing through the village from east to west. It has very convenient transportation and a good natural ecological environment.

Jianshui Tuanshan Village is famous for its many successful candidates, often called "Scholars" (Juren), and "Top Scholars." It's a village of academic elites! Not many people come here, and the streets are quiet. All the houses have been preserved in their original state, making it a great place to spend a few days. Because this area once housed many wealthy families, the decoration is exquisite, with intricate carvings and stone carvings. Some wealthy families even gild these carvings, as gold was a popular color back then. Take a look at the taste of our ancestors.

If I could only visit one scenic spot in Jianshui, I would choose this one.

The quiet mountain village is well preserved and the pastoral scenery along the way is very nice

Tuanshan Ancient Village boasts 15 well-preserved traditional dwellings and six ancient temples, shrines, and ancestral halls. Their architectural quality, preservation, and cultural value are unparalleled among ancient Chinese residential buildings. The Tuanshan residential complex has been designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It is hailed as "a pristine village that has perfectly preserved its 19th-century character" and "Yunnan's most exquisite ancient residential complex."

Tuanshan has one advantage: compared to the Zhu Family Garden in Jianshui City, its ancient villages are less visited. They are also well-preserved. However, they have experienced rapid development in recent years. Those who enjoy ancient towns like Shaxi shouldn't miss Tuanshan.

I think Jianshui Tuanshan Village is the most worthwhile place to visit in Jianshui. It is a great place to learn knowledge and deserves four stars. Of course, you need to hire a guide to visit the scenic spot.

Tuanshan Village still has villagers living in it, and the ancient house architectural style has been preserved. It is a village where members of the Zhang family live. It is said that these people would build houses in the village after making a fortune in business, thus forming Tuanshan Village, which has "one temple, three shrines, eight halls, twelve large and five rooms, three courtyards and one dragon."

Tuanshan has created such a residential manor. Its regular shape, flexible layout, rich spatial landscape, elegant interior and exterior, exquisite architecture and superb craftsmanship show the typical characteristics of southern Yunnan residential architecture.

Personally, I feel it is very worthwhile, and it is also a pity that too few of the ancient customs are preserved now.

In Tuanshan, the wood carvings, stone carvings, brick carvings and painted calligraphy and paintings that decorate every building are well-arranged, finely crafted, clearly layered, and appropriately simple and complex. The screens, lattice windows, beams, columns, corridors, eaves, etc. are all exquisite works of art.

In the ancient village, the buildings with green tiles and gray walls reflect more than 600 years of memories and still exude an ancient charm.

The whole village is quite large. I spent a whole afternoon there and only visited a few distinctive buildings out of personal interest.

Tuanshan Village costs 50 yuan to enter, and during the off-season, there are virtually no tourists, only a few groups of people. However, there are more French people than Chinese. The French are far more enthusiastic about ancient villages and dwellings than the Chinese. French people are often seen in Jianshui Ancient Town, while Chinese tourists are very rare.

The village boasts numerous old-style buildings steeped in cultural heritage. Among them is Zhang Family Garden, built in the late Qing Dynasty and covering over 10,000 square meters. Its buildings are arranged in a "quadrangle and five courtyards" layout, forming two groups of three-courtyards and a garden ancestral hall in parallel vertically and horizontally. It is a large, high-quality, and well-preserved rural manor-style residential complex.

The residents of Tuanshan still maintain their original living habits. It is a very quaint and leisurely place.

It's worth visiting. The residents of Tuanshan still maintain their original living habits. It's a very quaint and leisurely place.

This is a family-inhabited village with a history of more than 600 years. It has completely preserved the rural features of southern Yunnan in the 19th century. I think it is worth a visit, and it is worth buying postcards (3 yuan each). They are very beautiful and you can ask for a stamp. Hehe, it is worth collecting. It is great.

It is a village with rich cultural heritage in Jianshui, and the tour content is also very rich (ticket price is 50). It is very quiet in the morning and there are not many tourists.

The old houses here are really old! There are still many people living in them, all descendants of the owners who built the old houses. They chatted with us very enthusiastically.

After visiting Baotong Mansion, I went to the tourist center to buy tickets for 50 yuan each. The tickets were postcards, but the printing was rough. The legendary hand-painted map had been out of stock for several months.

It is rare to find such a well-preserved ancient residence in China, and the breath of life can be seen everywhere.

Tickets for Tuanshan Folk Houses are 50 yuan per person, and student tickets are 25 yuan per person. This is a relatively open scenic area without fences or gates. Folk houses are scattered throughout the village, and some of them are actually inhabited by villagers. We followed the map, walking through each house one by one. The road signs are also relatively clear, so we didn't get lost. The afternoon sun was bright, and the ancient houses, without any camera adjustments, looked very retro and had a sense of time. The only downside here is that because many houses are still inhabited, you can only walk into the courtyard to see them, not enter the house, and you can't climb up to the second floor to take pictures of the patio, which is a bit regrettable. The tour lasted about two hours, walking slowly, looking around, and taking pictures. The simplicity and simplicity of this place make people feel comfortable.

Tuanshan Ancient Town is a tranquil and peaceful village in a remote area of southern Yunnan, China. Traveling 13 kilometers west from Jianshui, you'll pass through paddy fields, where the asphalt road gives way to a stone path, then a dirt road, and finally a small stone bridge before arriving at the winding dirt and stone path of Tuanshan Ancient Town. The village currently has 252 households, and most of the dwellings feature a natural architectural style combining "three courtyards and a screen wall," "four-sided courtyards with five courtyards," and "corner towers." The wood carvings, stone carvings, brick carvings, and painted calligraphy and paintings adorning each building in Tuanshan Ancient Town are meticulously crafted, with distinct layers and a balance of simplicity and complexity. The screens, lattice windows, beams, columns, corridors, and eaves are all exquisite works of art. The carved patterns on the wooden screens and lattice windows are particularly rich and varied. The wood carvings on the doors, such as "Lion Rolling an Embroidered Ball," "Carp and Dragon Gate," "Double Phoenixes Facing the Sun," "Eight Immortals Celebrating Longevity," and "Five Joys Arriving at the Door," are truly breathtaking, both in terms of their intricate craftsmanship and exquisite craftsmanship, as well as their auspicious meanings. These carvings, whether carved or painted, are truly unique in the world, boasting exquisite craftsmanship, exquisite designs, and auspicious meanings. Gilded embellishments further enhance the grandeur of the site. Among them, the Zhang Family Garden represents the epitome of the Tuanshan ruins and represents its essence. Legend has it that during the Hongwu reign of the Ming Dynasty, a Han Chinese immigrant named Zhang Fu arrived in Jianshui, Yunnan, to pursue business. After three attempts to choose a place to live, he ultimately settled in Tuanshan. He used the "family motto of patience" to educate his descendants, and through generations of hard work, the Zhang family gradually became a prominent family in Tuanshan.

Unwilling to join the others, we chose the opposite direction. I believed the bustle and noise would awaken dormant memories, and that would be wasted. Turning left, we saw yellowed walls, crumbling dirt, blue tiles and white walls, weathered plaques, and carved dragons and phoenixes. As we entered the first gate, we were completely stunned by the scene before us, a wave of joy and admiration filling our hearts. Those sunken wooden thresholds, passed down through generations, those carved windows and towers that stretched as far as the eye could see, the Zhang family, where perhaps some beautiful women with waist-length black hair, phoenix eyes, and rosy lips once lived. Tracing the memories of the deep courtyard, we peered through one half-closed ancient door after another, entranced and captivated. Dacheng Temple, Huang'en Mansion, General's Residence... Perhaps a general truly lived here, I thought, but the gates were deserted... The entire morning was spent in Tuanshan, this precious legacy left by our ancestors. When you are tired from walking, stop to rest and have a bowl of authentic rose sugar papaya cold water. It is fragrant, sweet and delicious. It is probably the best papaya cold water I have ever tasted.

The houses are all very old buildings. When I went there, I felt like I was traveling through time. I took a van from Jianshui to Tuanshan Village at the Times Square near Ning'an Hotel. There is one bus every hour, and there is another bus to Huanglong Temple every half an hour. The fare is 3 yuan per person and it takes about 20 minutes to get there. I checked the ticket price before going and it was 20 yuan. When I asked when I got there, it was 50. Oh my god, I still had to go in. They said the price was raised last year. Why was my luck so bad? But I didn't regret going in. I have seen many old buildings like this before, and only here can I feel like I have entered ancient times, including in the ancient city area.