You should always make a trip to Fujian Chuxi to see the Big Fish & Begonia of your dreams

Visiting Fujian, the earth buildings are a must-see,
If you're tired of the crowds at the 'King of Earth Buildings' and 'Four Dishes and One Soup',
why not take a look at the Chuxi Tulou Cluster,
which is known as 'China's most beautiful tulou cluster',
Built over hundreds of years from the Ming dynasty to modern times, it is the settlement of the Xu family,
and is also the most primitive and Hakka culture-rich tulou in Yongding district.
There are very few tourists, and it's very pristine, simple, and natural.
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The Chuxi Tulou Cluster consists of five circular buildings and dozens of square buildings, with main types including rectangular, square, circular, and hexagonal. The names of the buildings in the Chuxi Tulou Cluster all contain the character 'Qing', symbolizing prosperity and good fortune. The unique architectural style and ancient charm of the Chuxi Tulou Cluster reflect high aesthetic and historical value, showcasing the wisdom and creative talent of the working people.
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Most of the earth buildings here are still inhabited by many people today, with a strong sense of life, and cannot be compared with the commercialization of the Gaobei Tulou Cluster.
You can visit the buildings, and it's recommended to hire a guide, so it won't be awkward to visit someone else's home.
The surrounding area is picturesque, especially the creek at the entrance of the village, where people look great standing on the stone piers above the creek for photos.
Walking into the village, there is a primary school and a square, surrounded by residential houses, giving off a vibe from the seventies and eighties of the last century, as if traveling through time.
Suitable for self-driving, you can drive directly to the village parking lot, which also offers an excellent view of the Chuxi Tulou Cluster.
There are many homestays in the village, but the conditions are very simple. If you like this kind of environment, you can stay for a few days and have a great experience.
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Key attractions of the Chuxi Tulou Cluster:
Jiqing Building consists of two concentric circles, with the outer circle's top wall featuring 9 watchtowers and multiple staircases. The four-story building's eaves have 4 watchtowers, and the entire building has only one main entrance.
Shengqing Building is a square earth building residence, composed of two square earth buildings, inner and outer.
Shanqing Building is adjacent to Jiqing Building, a circular earth building with three stories.
Gengqing Building is a circular earth building with a timber structure and three stories.
Gongqing Building is a hexagonal earth building residence, with a timber structure and four stories.
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🚌 From the Xiamen Hubin South Road long-distance bus station, there are buses directly to Xiayang from early morning at 6 o'clock to 12:30, passing through Xiamen-Zhangzhou-Nanjing-Xiayang, with a total journey of 6 hours.