Hongcun Awaits: The Hidden Gem of Anhui

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🏯 Architecture – Harmony of Art and Utility

Hongcun contains over 140 ancient residences, most from the Ming and Qing dynasties, built using Huizhou architecture—a regional style characterized by:

Whitewashed walls and black-tile roofs

Horse-head walls (马头墙) for fire prevention

Carved wooden doors, lattice windows, and stone bases

Internal courtyards that balance light, air, and temperature

Post by miniiiiiiii | Jul 18, 2025