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Ancient Villages of Southern Anhui: Xidi and Hongcun
5A Tourism Area
Designated 2011

Ancient Villages of Southern Anhui: Xidi and Hongcun

黄山市皖南古村落-西递宏村

Anhui, Huangshan4.4Designated 2011·30.2386°N, 118.2373°E
Ticket Price
Hongcun CNY 104, Xidi CNY 104
Duration
4 hours to 1 day
Rating
4.4 / 5.0
Designated
2011

About Ancient Villages of Southern Anhui: Xidi and Hongcun

A well-preserved ancient town in Huangshan, Anhui, showcasing traditional architecture, historic streets, and local cultural heritage. Two UNESCO Ming-Qing Hui-style villages; Hongcun's 'cow-shaped' layout with Moon Pool and South Lake; Xidi's ornate memo...

Highlights

Two UNESCO Ming-Qing Hui-style villages; Hongcun's 'cow-shaped' layout with Moon Pool and South Lake; Xidi's ornate memorial arches and ancestral halls.

Suggested Route

Visit Hongcun (South Lake -> Moon Pool -> Chengzhi Hall), then Xidi's archways and residences; allow a full day (half each).

Food & Lodging

Try Hui cuisine (stinky mandarin fish, hairy tofu); stay in a village guesthouse or nearby Yixian/Tangkou.

Facilities

Visitor centers at both villages, restrooms and signage, flat lanes; mostly wheelchair-accessible.
Travel Tips

Check official website for current information. Respect local customs and regulations. Best visited during mild weather seasons.

Location

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Opening Hours

Peak season (April-October): 7:00-18:00; Off-season: 8:00-17:00. Hours may vary by weather conditions.

Getting There

HSR Yixian East Station (near Hongcun) or Huangshan North Station then bus to Xidi/Hongcun; ~60 km from Huangshan Tunxi Airport.

Reservation

Advance real-name reservation required via 'Wan South' APP / official platform.

Ticket Price

Hongcun CNY 104, Xidi CNY 104

Address

Anhui Province Huangshan City Yi County

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