A College Girl's One-Day Trip to Hongcun Village: The Ultimate Guide

🦥First time in Hongcun? Here's a super detailed lazy traveler's guide‼️ 🖌️Hongcun Sketch: The whole village is full of "art students"* 📍 Location: Yi County, Huangshan City, Anhui Province (pronounced "yī," not "hēi duō xiàn") 🎫 Tickets: CNY 104 (valid for 3 days, allows multiple entries, perfect for those who like to "linger") ⏰ Suggested visiting time: 1-2 days (one day for sightseeing, one day for chilling) 📣[Must-See Spots] South Lake (The most beautiful "Instagram spot" in the village. Take photos in the morning mist and save money on filters) ❤️Moon Pond (Shaped like a half-moon, also known as the "ox's stomach." Visit at night when the lanterns are lit for a time-travel experience) ❤️Chengzhi Hall (The pinnacle of Hui-style architecture, with wood carvings so intricate you'll wonder if the ancients had "OCD") ❤️Alleys (Every corner is a scenic spot. Don't panic if you get lost—you'll eventually find your way back to Moon Pond) 📌[Tips] ✅Wake up early! Entering the village before 7am helps you avoid tour groups and catch the morning mist. ✅Wear plain clothes for better photos (bright colors might make you look like a "New Year painting doll crashing an ink painting"). 🥯[Hongcun Food] 🍣Smelly Mandarin Fish (Smells strong, tastes delicious. Goes well with three bowls of rice) 🥠Hairy Tofu (Tofu with hair! Tastes like cheese. A game for the brave) 🥩Dried Bamboo Shoots with Braised Pork (Bamboo shoots from the mountains + local pork, so fragrant it makes the kid at the next table cry) 🌮Preserved Mustard Green Cake (Freshly baked on the roadside, crispy to the point of crumbling. Buy two, because one is never enough) 🍜 Where to Eat ✅Tiandeng Canteen (A time-honored brand by Moon Pond, recommended for smelly mandarin fish. Remember to chew gum afterward) ✅Old Street Restaurant (Cost-effective, the owner is as enthusiastic as your long-lost relative) ✅Roadside cake stalls (Look for the long lines, don't ask, just buy) 🏨[Accommodation Recommendations] ❤️Hongcun Old Street Youth Hostel (CNY 50-80/bed, suitable for "social butterflies," you can even play Werewolf at night) ❤️Qingheyue Inn (CNY 150-200/night, renovated old house with a beautiful courtyard, perfect for taking photos and pretending to be cultured on social media) ❤️Budget hotels in Yi County (Around CNY 100/night, suitable for "early in, late out" travelers, saves money but requires early rising) 🛏️ Hard-earned advice: Check reviews before booking! Some "ancient house B&Bs" have such poor sound insulation that you can hear the snoring next door. Want peace and quiet? Choose accommodation away from Moon Pond (otherwise, the bar music at night will make you question life). 🧸[Nearby Activities] ❤️Xidi (Hongcun's "brother village," half the crowd, perfect for escaping the masses) ❤️Tachuan Autumn Colors (A must-see in November! Red leaves against white walls, a warning for your camera's memory card) ❤️Mukeng Bamboo Forest (Filming location of Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon, perfect for pretending to be a "martial arts master") ❤️Lucun Wood Carving House (A paradise for wood carving detail enthusiasts. After seeing it, you'll want to throw away your IKEA furniture) 📝[Ultimate Advice] ✅Don't wear high heels (the cobblestone roads will humble you). ✅Bring cash (some grandmas selling snacks only accept cash, electronic payment doesn't work here). ✅Learn to say "no" (otherwise, you'll be stuffed with free samples of hairy tofu and cakes). Don't wander around at night (few streetlights, easy to bump into art students sketching). 💛Hongcun - Hui-style architecture + carb overload + countless photo poses. For foodies, photography lovers, and daydreamers who are "pseudo-artistic youths." Finally, I hope you have a great time— (Remember to check your camera's memory card, don't be like me, only to find out it wasn't saved after the battery died) 📸✨