Ancient village hidden in the mountains

[RoundNails] Lutingzhong Village is located in Luting Township, Yuyao City, Ningbo City, Zhejiang Province. It is a thousand-year-old ancient village hidden in Siming Mountain, famous for its quaint landscape and cultural heritage. The following is a detailed guide to help you experience the charm of Nakamura: 1. Transportation Guide - Self-driving [Car] (recommended): - From downtown Ningbo: Take Yongliang Line → Heliang Line → Liyu Line, about 1.5 hours by car. - From Hangzhou/Shanghai: [Highway] Take the Hangzhou-Ningbo Expressway to Yuyao Exit, then turn to Luting. The mountain road along the way is winding but the scenery is excellent. - Note⚠️: Some sections of the road are narrow, so it is recommended for experienced drivers to go there. It may be congested during holidays. - Public Transportation [Tramcar]: - Take the bus to Yuyao from Ningbo South Bus Station, and transfer to the "Yuyao-Luting" urban and rural bus (there are fewer buses, so please check the timetable in advance). 2. Recommended core attractions 1. Baiyun Bridge - The steep-arched single-hole stone bridge, first built in the Southern Song Dynasty, is shaped like a rainbow lying on a stream and is a landmark building in the ancient village. 📷Beautiful photos in the early morning when the mist is shrouded. - Tips: The bridge is slippery due to the moss, so be careful when walking; [Drops] You can play in the water under the bridge. 2. Xiaolu Creek - A clear stream runs through the village, with towering old trees on both sides. You can step on the water and catch small fish in summer, and red maples are reflected in the water in autumn. It is recommended to stroll along the stream to the Xiansheng Temple (ancient theater) downstream. 3. Nakamura Ancient Buildings - Well-preserved Ming and Qing Dynasty houses, with blue bricks, black tiles and scattered horse-head walls. Focus on the "Gong's Ancestral Hall" and "Changlong Changmen" to experience the style of folk houses in eastern Zhejiang. 4. Siming Mountain Hiking Trail - There are many hiking routes behind the village. 🚶‍♀️The "Zhongcun-Bailu" section (about 2 hours) is recommended. There are bamboo forests and 🌱tea gardens along the way. You can overlook the whole village from a high place. 3. Special Experience - Farmhouse cuisine: - Must-try: Salt-baked potatoes🥔, dried stream fish, barbecued meat with dried bamboo shoots🍢, Liangnong cake. - Handmade experience: - There is a traditional bamboo weaving workshop in the village, where you can make an appointment to make bamboo baskets and bamboo lanterns (📱need to contact in advance). - Starry sky camping: -🏕 You can camp in designated areas outside the village in summer, 🌌The stars in the night sky are clearly visible (you need to bring your own equipment and pay attention to fire prevention). 4. Accommodation Recommendations - High-end B&B: - Tree Frog Tribe: 🏚The internet-famous triangular wooden house, suspended in the forest by the stream, includes parent-child activities, price 1000+/night (book 1-2 months in advance). - Cost-effective choice: - Baiyun Inn: 🏠Operated by locals, clean and simple, with a mountain view from the window⛰️, about 200 yuan/night. 5. Itinerary Planning [Calendar] (1-2 Day Tour) - Day trips: Morning: Baiyun Bridge → Playing in Xiaolu Creek → Visiting the Ancient Village Noon: Farmer lunch Afternoon: Hike Siming Mountain Trail → Return - Two-day tour: Day 1: Same day tour + overnight stay in B&B Day 2: Take photos of the morning fog → Visit the nearby Lijia Tower Village (a thousand-year-old ancient village) → Return 6. Notes - Best season: April-May 🌺 (sea of ​​azalea flowers), September-November 🍁 (layers of autumn colors), 🦟Mosquito prevention is required in summer. - Tickets: 🎫 Free, some homestays/experience projects are charged separately. - Civilized Tour: The ancient village has not been overdeveloped. 🚯 Please do not litter and protect the stream environment. 🌿Nakamura is suitable for a slow tour, where you can relax your body and mind and feel the secluded atmosphere of "small bridges, flowing water and people's homes". If you have more time, you can visit Danshan, Chishui and Siming Lake in Yuyao together.