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I absolutely adore this little courtyard~~ The most atmospheric homestay in Changting

Time-travel to the Tang and Song dynasties in an instant! This forgotten ancient city in western Fujian is unbelievably beautiful 🤩 Changting, formerly known as "Tingzhou", fascinates with its historical heritage as the Hakka capital. Spend the day exploring the ancient city and take a night cruise on the Ting River - here's your perfect two-day cultural itinerary~ 🏮Day 1: In-depth Tour of Tingzhou Ancient City 📍Diantou Street (Zhaozheng Road, Changting County) A must-visit 800-year-old ancient street! Cobblestone paths flanked by continuous arcade buildings and time-honored shops. Best visited at dusk when the lanterns light up - magical atmosphere ✨ Insider tip: The Hakka stuffed tofu at "Seven Stars Restaurant" is to die for! 📍Sanyuan Pavilion (No.45 Zhaozheng Road, Changting County) The landmark Ming Dynasty city gate tower is remarkably preserved. Climb up for panoramic views of the ancient city - the ultimate photo spot! The square below often hosts intangible cultural performances - we were lucky to catch a puppet show! 📍Wolong Academy (No.1 Wolong Road, Tingzhou Town, Changting County) This thousand-year-old academy where Zhu Xi once lectured features winding corridors perfect for photos 📸 The rockeries and ponds in the back garden embody classic Jiangnan charm - wear Hanfu for insta-worthy shots! 🌉Day 2: Night Cruise on Ting River 📍Jichuan Gate Pier (Jichuan Gate, Tingzhou Town, Changting County) Board around 7pm to catch the moment when riverside lights illuminate. The cruise passes landmarks like Taiping Covered Bridge and Huiji Gate, with onboard narration of Hakka stories ~ Tickets 60/person, book in advance! 🍜Must-try Foods: • Braised Pork Kidney ("Tingzhou Flavor" has mind-blowing broth) • Hakka Winnowing Basket Rice ("Old Winnowing Basket Rice" piles ingredients high) • Pearl Meatballs (a must for glutinous rice lovers) • Taro Dumplings (signature dish at "Drunken Immortal Tower") 💡Practical Tips: 1️⃣Explore the ancient city on foot - wear comfortable shoes 2️⃣Bring a jacket for the night cruise - river breeze gets chilly 3️⃣Weekends get crowded; visit mornings for empty shots 4️⃣Hakka Museum closes Mondays - don't make a wasted trip 🏠Accommodation Pick: Stay near Diantou Street or the cruise pier. We loved the atmospheric Listening Ting Homestay - ancient city walls right outside the window, only 100+ per person!
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