Dongli Ancient Village: A Hidden Paradise in Guilin's Landscape


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!

๐ŸŽซ Ticket & Package Guide

๐Ÿ’ฐ Regular Ticket: CNY 32 (Free with accommodation!)
๐ŸŽ 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 ๐Ÿšœ)

๐ŸŒŸ Must-Do Activities

๐Ÿฎ Intangible Cultural Heritage Workshop:

- ๐ŸŽจ Natural Dyeing Workshop: Experience the natural fragrance of plant dyes and make your own tie-dye cloth bag

- ๐Ÿ”ฅ Wood-fired Pottery Workshop: Feel the magic of clay taking shape in your hands and fire your own pottery

- ๐Ÿ› ๏ธ Ancient Craft Workshop: Oil pressing, blacksmithing, grinding beans... immerse yourself in the charm of traditional crafts

๐ŸŽจ Artisan Studio:

- ๐ŸŽ‹ Liyu Studio: Let your kids DIY "Bamboo Warrior" and thumb piano, unlocking creative handicrafts

- ๐Ÿ‘— Zhizhi Workshop: Admire exquisite embroidery and brocade, and experience the aesthetics of intangible cultural heritage

- ๐ŸŒฟ Plant Dyeing Workshop: From tie-dye to finished product, get unique works of art

๐Ÿพ Rustic Country Fun:

- ๐ŸŽฃ Ancient Lift Net Fishing: Experience the fun of traditional fishing

- ๐Ÿฎ Ox Cart Ride: Stroll slowly through the ancient village and experience the pastoral scenery

- ๐ŸŒŠ Summer Limited: Touch snails and play in the water to catch fish in the river, cool off for the summer!

๐Ÿœ Ancient Village Cuisine

๐Ÿด 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
๐Ÿฎ Must-Eat Recommendation: Osmanthus tofu pudding from Doufang, sweet but not greasy, a bite into the soul!
๐Ÿ’ก 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!

๐Ÿก Accommodation Recommendation

โœจ Yunshui ยท Lu: Living by the water, with a view from the window
๐Ÿก Yi'an ยท Ju: Traditional northern Guilin dwellings, feel the ancient charm
๐Ÿ•๏ธ Xuli ยท Yuan: Private courtyard, suitable for family gatherings
๐ŸŒณ Taoyuan ยท Shu: Quiet and peaceful, independent courtyard + super large public area (highly recommended!)
๐Ÿ’ฐ Price: CNY 200-1000+, affordable

๐Ÿš— Transportation Guide

๐Ÿ“ Address: Daxu Town, east bank of Guilin Li River
๐Ÿš— Self-driving: Direct navigation, about 40 minutes from Guilin North Railway Station
๐Ÿ“ž 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!

๐Ÿ’ก Travel Tips:
โœ… It is recommended to wear ancient costumes for great photos!
โœ… Family with kids must choose the package, the experience is full~
โœ… Accommodation includes free tickets, the king of value for money!
โœ… Do a good job of sun protection in summer and prepare mosquito repellent~

Come to Dongli Ancient Village and encounter a poetic landscape journey! ๐Ÿ“ธ

Post by ExploringUtopia | May 7, 2025

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