I love this off-the-beaten-path slow living route more than West Lake

Escape the urban hustle 🌿 Experience slow living in Tonglu Shishe Village

Shishe Village is truly a hidden gem with few people and beautiful scenery! The entire village is nestled by the mountains and water, with gray tile and white wall buildings that are super authentic. The best part is there are no crowds, making it perfect for daydreaming and relaxing~

📍Shishe Village
Address: Provincial Road 210, Tonglu County, Hangzhou
Opening Hours: Open all year round (no admission fee)

🛏️ Accommodation Recommendations
It’s recommended to stay in the village’s distinctive rammed earth homestays. Open the window to mountain and wild scenery, and at night you can see a sky full of stars✨
【Accommodation Recommendations】
- Shambhala Homestay: Extra-large floor-to-ceiling windows facing the mountain view
- Creekside Residence: Right at the doorstep is a cool little creek

🍲 Food Guide
Be sure to try the villagers’ homegrown organic vegetables and freshly made tofu. We recommend the village’s "Shishe Farmhouse" farmhouse restaurant; the native chicken soup and stir-fried bamboo shoots with pork are amazing!

🚗 Transportation Guide
1. Self-driving: About 1.5 hours from Hangzhou, free parking at the village entrance
2. Public Transport: Take a bus from Hangzhou West Station to Tonglu Bus Station, then a taxi about 30 minutes to the village

Travel Tips:
▪️ Wear comfortable sneakers, the village paths are all stone slabs
▪️ Remember to bring mosquito repellent (a must for summer mountain trips)
▪️ You can prepare Hanfu or forest-style outfits for photos
▪️ It’s recommended to stay one night to truly experience the slow mountain village life