Xixi Ancient Village has returned, don’t believe what’s said online, run quickly

🏯【Recommended Reasons】
Free! Few people! Only 1 hour from Guangzhou and Shenzhen! You can shoot Hanfu photos and enjoy authentic snacks. When the lanterns light up at dusk, it feels like a dream back to the Tang Dynasty. Extremely cost-effective.

❤️【Top 5 Must-Visit Spots】
1️⃣ Yuezhui Xixi Tower: Double-layer pavilion in the middle of the lake with red lanterns hanging everywhere. The reflection at dusk is picturesque, a must-visit spot for Hanfu photography.
2️⃣ 300-meter Lantern Corridor: Lights up at 18:30 and instantly transforms into the scene from "The Longest Day in Chang’an." Night shots come with a natural soft light filter.
3️⃣ Huo’er Wall Ancient Alley: 300-year-old bluestone pavement with mottled light and shadow. Wearing light-colored clothes makes every photo a masterpiece.
4️⃣ Liao Clan Ancestral Hall: Exquisite Lingnan wood and stone carvings, experience a century-old family culture.
5️⃣ Night Boat Ride: 30 RMB/boat, enjoy the romantic view of the lights on the shore from the lake (weekends only).

【Super Detailed Guide】
⏰ 15:00-16:30 Explore the ancient alley (visit the ancestral hall first, then shoot the light and shadow)
⏰ 16:30-18:00 Wait for sunset at the lake center (the pavilion reflection is stunning)
⏰ 18:00-19:30 Lantern night tour (eat from one end of the alley to the other!)
⏰ After 19:30 Weekend market/handicraft experience/boat ride (a must for families)

【Ticket Info】
Free! Free! Free! No reservation needed, just go!

【Attraction Address】
Xixi Village, Liaobu Town, Dongguan City (look for "Xixi Ancient Village Parking Lot")

【Food Highlights】
🔸 Lychee wood-roasted goose: Crispy skin and juicy meat! Four generations of heritage from Yu Lai Yu Shun family
🔸 Freshly ground tofu pudding: Strong bean fragrance and smooth texture, 5 RMB/bowl
🔸 Ai rice cake: Sticky but not chewy, with a wonderful mugwort aroma
🔸 Lotus leaf sticky rice chicken: 10 RMB each, sticky rice soaked in chicken broth

【Transportation Guide】
🚗 Self-driving: Navigate to "Xixi Ancient Village Parking Lot"
🚌 Bus: Take route 369 to "Xixi Ancient Village Station," or route 366 to "Xixi Ancient Village Entrance Station"

【Expense List】
Roast goose leg 35 RMB | Tofu pudding 5 RMB | Boat ride 30 RMB/person | Hanfu rental 50 RMB/2 hours (available inside the scenic area)

【Tips to Avoid Trouble】
⚠️ Remember to bring mosquito repellent! Mosquitoes by the lake are fierce
⚠️ Wear comfortable flat shoes! The bluestone pavement is very slippery
⚠️ The lanterns look best after 18:30, don’t go too early
⚠️ Buy freshly sliced roast goose, packed ones taste much worse

【Accommodation Recommendations】
Day trips are recommended, but if you want to stay overnight, options include:
🏨 Dongguan Songshan Lake Hyatt (15-minute drive)
🏨 Liaobu Yuelai Inn (ancient style guesthouse, 200+ RMB/night)

👉Summary: This place is really beautiful! Shoot ancient-style photos during the day, stroll and eat with lanterns at night. Tag your friends and travel back in time together!