Yongjia is the true Jiangnan! Hiding in Wenzhou’s thousand-year-old ancient villages, I found the life I longed for!

The ancient villages of Yongjia are free from over-commercialization, with only green tiles, wooden eaves, flowing water, birdsong deep within, and time moving slowly. At that moment, I suddenly understood what it means to “pluck chrysanthemums by the eastern fence and leisurely see the southern mountain.”

📌 Yongjia Ancient Villages Self-Driving Guide (Recommended to Save⭐)
1️⃣ 【Linkeng Ancient Village】
· A hidden village embraced by Nanxi River, with 108 Ming and Qing dynasty old houses lined along the creek
· Stone bridge at the village entrance, century-old camphor trees, ducks in the creek, smoke curling from kitchens—like returning to grandma’s summer home
2️⃣ 【Cangpo Ancient Village】
· Entrance fee only 10 yuan, where you can touch Song dynasty fortress walls, Bagua water channels, and a thousand-year-old academy
· The ancient bridge at the entrance is extremely beautiful, known as “Little Hongcun”
3️⃣ 【Lishui Ancient Street】
· Slightly commercialized, but the night view is beautiful, perfect for evening strolls and food tasting
· When the lanterns light up, the atmosphere is fully immersive
4️⃣ 【Furong Ancient Village】
· Adjacent to Lishui Ancient Street, sit quietly and cool off in Furong Pavilion
· For a moment, it feels like this is the last cultural secret realm of Jiangnan
5️⃣ 【Taogong Cave】
· Originally went to see the koi fish, but was unexpectedly moved by the solemnity of the cave itself
· A spiritual resting place, worth sitting quietly for a while

⚠️ Self-Driving Tips & Other Notes
▪️ Many mountain roads, villages may be separated by mountains, so allow plenty of time
▪️ There are many wild camping spots along Nanxi River, where you can stop anytime to enjoy nature
▪️ Friendly to new energy vehicles❗ Most villages have charging stations with cheap electricity
▪️ Recommended accommodation: Nanxi River · Youyou Mountain Residence (mountain forest right outside the window, fishing and cooking available, suitable for families/gatherings)
▪️ Best seasons: lush green in spring and summer, golden rice fields in autumn, each season has its own charm
▪️ Suggest bringing mosquito repellent and wearing comfortable hiking shoes, as some ancient villages have many stone slab roads

🍃 Mountains and waters meet, and leisure seekers come naturally. Yongjia speaks no words, yet everyone who has been there leaves their heart behind.