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by Liam Simmons$71
Jan 15, 2025
Have you ever imagined a real-life "Shangri-La" hidden along the Li River?
Dongli Ancient Village is like a slowly unfolding landscape painting, perfectly blending the ancient dwellings of northern Guilin with intangible cultural heritage, taking you back to the charm of a thousand years in a second!
๐ซ Ticket & Package Guide
๐ฐ Regular Ticket: CNY 32 (Free with accommodation!)
๐ Value Package: CNY 90 (Includes admission + intangible cultural heritage experiences: Door nail rubbing, flying hammer oil pressing, grinding tofu bamboo, unlimited soy milk, ox cart ride ๐)
๐ Must-Do Activities
๐ฎ Intangible Cultural Heritage Workshop:
- ๐จ Natural Dyeing Workshop: Experience the natural fragrance of plant dyes and make your own tie-dye cloth bag
- ๐ฅ Wood-fired Pottery Workshop: Feel the magic of clay taking shape in your hands and fire your own pottery
- ๐ ๏ธ Ancient Craft Workshop: Oil pressing, blacksmithing, grinding beans... immerse yourself in the charm of traditional crafts
๐จ Artisan Studio:
- ๐ Liyu Studio: Let your kids DIY "Bamboo Warrior" and thumb piano, unlocking creative handicrafts
- ๐ Zhizhi Workshop: Admire exquisite embroidery and brocade, and experience the aesthetics of intangible cultural heritage
- ๐ฟ Plant Dyeing Workshop: From tie-dye to finished product, get unique works of art
๐พ Rustic Country Fun:
- ๐ฃ Ancient Lift Net Fishing: Experience the fun of traditional fishing
- ๐ฎ Ox Cart Ride: Stroll slowly through the ancient village and experience the pastoral scenery
- ๐ Summer Limited: Touch snails and play in the water to catch fish in the river, cool off for the summer!
๐ Ancient Village Cuisine
๐ด Farmhouse Restaurant: "Da Hu Ren Jia," "Li Jia Tavern," "Lao Xiang Qin," authentic Guilin flavors
โ Leisure Space: Coffee shops, bars, enjoy the slow life
๐ฎ Must-Eat Recommendation: Osmanthus tofu pudding from Doufang, sweet but not greasy, a bite into the soul!
๐ก Hidden Way to Eat: The snails touched in the river can be sent to the restaurant for processing, so fresh that your eyebrows will fall off!
๐ก Accommodation Recommendation
โจ Yunshui ยท Lu: Living by the water, with a view from the window
๐ก Yi'an ยท Ju: Traditional northern Guilin dwellings, feel the ancient charm
๐๏ธ Xuli ยท Yuan: Private courtyard, suitable for family gatherings
๐ณ Taoyuan ยท Shu: Quiet and peaceful, independent courtyard + super large public area (highly recommended!)
๐ฐ Price: CNY 200-1000+, affordable
๐ Transportation Guide
๐ Address: Daxu Town, east bank of Guilin Li River
๐ Self-driving: Direct navigation, about 40 minutes from Guilin North Railway Station
๐ Caring Service: The housekeeper will contact you after booking a room, and you can make an appointment for pick-up and drop-off at the station!
๐ก Travel Tips:
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It is recommended to wear ancient costumes for great photos!
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Family with kids must choose the package, the experience is full~
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Accommodation includes free tickets, the king of value for money!
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Do a good job of sun protection in summer and prepare mosquito repellent~
Come to Dongli Ancient Village and encounter a poetic landscape journey! ๐ธ
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