The ancient village that has been around for a thousand years is located in the vicinity of Guangzhou

◆Location: Shanggantang Village, Jiangyong County, Yongzhou City, Hunan Province 🎫Ticket: Free, there is a parking lot at the entrance of the village It is very suitable for self-driving as the road conditions are very good, with very little commercial atmosphere, yet it is conveniently accessible. The ancient village is not large, but it is full of surprises. The village has preserved many ancient buildings from the Ming and Qing dynasties, and it is amazing to find that they are built in the Hui style. The villagers living here are the original inhabitants, with simple customs, tranquility, and a sense of worldly life. The village has a history of over 800 years, and even though half of the Buyin Bridge has collapsed, it is still in use. It is the only remaining three-arched ancient stone bridge from the Song dynasty in Hunan Province. Standing on the bridge and taking photos with the adjacent Ming dynasty building, the Wenchang Pavilion, is very picturesque. There is also the site of the Xiemu County Yamen, located behind the village, but it took us a long time to find it. There are signs in the village, but the signs are a bit misleading, as they stop halfway. Just follow the direction, and at the back of the village, after the last sign, walk down the alley in the direction of the village's back, and you will find it. If you really can't find it, just ask the villagers. The reason to visit the site is that next to it, you can walk up to the top of a small hill and overlook the entire village, which is truly a beautiful sight.