Xidi｜Escape from the city and spend an authentic Anhui New Year

Take the high-speed rail to Yixian East Station, and then take a bus to Xidi Tickets: 104 yuan at the market, 94 yuan for online booking
Spring Festival Activities:
Liyuan "The God of Wealth sends blessings, happy New Year greetings": From January 28th to January 30th, you can feel the rural New Year atmosphere and unique cultural charm in Yecun Liyuan
"Shangchun Mountain" climbing and praying activity: From January 28 to February 5, set out from the archway square from 10 to 11 every day, write down your wishes and prayers on the prayer wall of the observation deck, take your handprint as a souvenir and receive a souvenir. Close-up Hui Opera performance: From January 29 to February 2, you can enjoy Hui Opera up close and feel the charm of traditional opera
Ancient Village Lantern Festival to Welcome the God of Wealth: From 19:00 to 20:30 on February 2, the whole ancient village is immersed in a festive atmosphere, and the villagers hold lanterns to welcome the God of Wealth Huizhou Wedding and Throwing Embroidered Balls: From January 29 to February 5, from 9:00 to 10:30 every day, you can witness the authentic Huizhou wedding ceremony, and also participate in throwing embroidered balls to experience the fun of "robbing the bride"
V Xidi "Filial Tea Ceremony": From January 29 to February 5, from 10 to 11 every day, visitors can role-play and serve tea to their elders
Check-in location:
Hu Wenguang Archway: Built in the sixth year of the Wanli reign of the Ming Dynasty, it is commonly known as the "Xidi Archway". It has rich and lifelike stone carvings and a long history.
Viewing Pavilion: It is an excellent place to overlook the entire Xidi Ancient Town. Surrounded by mountains and with clouds and mist rising, it looks like an ink painting. It is recommended to go there in the early morning or evening, when the light is soft and the photos taken are more artistic.
Lingyun Pavilion: Built in the 52nd year of Emperor Qianlong's reign in the Qing Dynasty, here you can enjoy the beautiful scenery of "Wu Bridge Night Moon", one of the "Eight Scenic Spots of Xidi"
West Garden and East Garden: The wood, stone and brick carvings in Xidi are vivid and exquisite. The layout of the courtyards is both independent and connected, which is a representative of the Hui-style Jiangnan courtyards.
Jing'ai Hall: The Hu clan ancestral hall, built in the 28th year of the Wanli reign of the Ming Dynasty, has a typical flying eaves and raised-foot gatehouse on the outside and a spacious interior. The two six-meter-high bluestone pillars in the lower hall echo the ginkgo wood pillars in the upper hall. Zoumalou: exquisite architecture with unique wood carvings
Mingjing Lake: Clear water and beautiful surrounding scenery
Accommodation: There are many characteristic homestays in Xidi Village. You can choose a room facing the water or the alley to experience the tranquility and charm of the ancient village.
Food: During the Spring Festival, you can taste pickled bacon, sausages and other cured meats, as well as authentic Anhui cuisine, such as stinky mandarin fish, hairy tofu, etc. Finally, buy a postcard at Xidi Post Office!
The picture was taken during the Spring Festival last year!
It's beautiful even if there's drizzle!

Post by NovaNirvana_123 | Jan 25, 2025