A courtyard like the one in "Where the Wind Blows"

Yangjiatang Village, Songyang｜A Huizhou-style ancient village forgotten by time, find the same healing vibe as "Where the Wind Blows" here 🌿 A hidden paradise in the secret realm of southern Zhejiang! With 600 years of history, Ming and Qing dynasty ancient residences stacked layer upon layer, sunlight filters through ancient camphor trees casting dappled shadows. Isn't this the real-life filming location of "Where the Wind Blows"? The village has 17 yellow clay old houses scattered on terraced fields, looking like they stepped out of an ancient painting～ 📍 Address: Yangjiatang Village, Songyang County, Lishui City 🚗 Travel tips: Drive and navigate to "Yangjiatang Village," about a 4-hour drive from Hangzhou; or take the high-speed train to Lishui Station, then transfer to a bus to Songyang County, and a 30-minute taxi ride to reach 【Must-visit spots】 1️⃣ Couple Camphor Tree: The 300-year-old couple tree at the village entrance is stunning! At 4-5 pm, sunlight shines through the canopy onto the yellow walls, perfect for photos 2️⃣ Viewing Platform: Climb the stone steps to the hillside behind the village to overlook the entire village, resembling a golden Potala Palace (photography enthusiasts arrive as early as 5 am to secure spots) 🐔 Food bonus: You must try the free-range chicken soup at the old teahouse at the village entrance! Slow-cooked for 3 hours with free-range mountain chicken, paired with freshly picked greens—delicious~ The auntie will also give you homemade wild tea 💡 Insider Tips: • Rainy days make for better photos! The reflection on the bluestone paths plus curling cooking smoke create a perfect atmosphere • Wearing plain colors or Hanfu is great for photos; avoid holiday afternoons when crowds peak • There are few guesthouses in the village; if you want to stay in a stilted house, book at least one month in advance (recommend the rammed earth house renovated from "Old House") “When the smoke rises from the old houses, you suddenly understand Tao Yuanming” ☁️