Shuidong Village | The No. 1 Village of Lingnan Neo-Confucianism Hidden in Yunfu, Guangdong

| The No. 1 Village of Lingnan Neo-Confucianism Hidden in Yunfu, Guangdong.

Shuidong Village in Yunfu, Guangdong is a quiet and historic ancient village and is definitely a great place to relax and enjoy your time during the National Day holiday. Away from the hustle and bustle of the city, there is only the tranquility of nature and the simple folk customs, allowing people to truly relax and feel the beauty of life.
As a famous Chinese historical and cultural village, Shuidong Village carries a rich historical heritage. It was built in the second year of the Yongle period of the Ming Dynasty. The Cheng ancestors moved here from Henan to escape the war and began their life on this fertile land. Generations have multiplied, and the village still retains a strong traditional culture and simple folk customs.
Walking into Shuidong Village is like walking into a historical corridor. The buildings here are built in accordance with the standards and requirements set by the ancestors. They are scattered and orderly, showing the traditional architectural aesthetics of Lingnan. Every house is like a history book, telling the stories of the past. Strolling on the ancient street, the bluestone road, white walls and black tiles, and red lanterns are all full of simple and elegant atmosphere.

Address: Shuidong Ancient Village, Yaogu Town, Yunfu City, Guangdong Province

Self-driving navigation: You can arrive by navigating to "Shuidong Ancient Town Tourist Center"
🚎Public transportation: Take a bus to Shuidong from Xuancheng East Bus Station to arrive
Self-driving: About 2 hrs from Guangzhou
High-speed train: Guangzhou South → Yunfu East Station (1 hr), 30 min by taxi
Open: 24 hours
🎫Tickets: Free

Post by CHARLES HUBBARD | May 5, 2025