[2025 Yongkang Attraction] Travel Guide for Houwu Village (Updated Jul)

— Nestled among green mountains and flowing streams, with whitewashed walls and black-tiled roofs holding centuries of stories, Houwu Village unfolds like an ink-wash painting of Jiangnan, where every step intertwines history and poetry. 🔥 Why is Houwu Village a "Shangri-La"? ❶ Timeless Architectural Beauty Houwu Village boasts numerous ancient buildings from the Ming and Qing dynasties, where exquisite wood, stone, and brick carvings whisper tales of past prosperity. The grand Wu Clan Ancestral Hall, with its soaring eaves and intricate brackets, showcases the glory of the family. The well-preserved ancient residences, with their deep courtyards, reveal the wisdom and craftsmanship of ancestors. Strolling through them feels like stepping back in time. ❷ Serene Rural Landscapes Surrounded by vast fields, the village offers ever-changing seasonal views. In spring, golden rapeseed flowers contrast beautifully with white walls and black tiles; in summer, lush rice paddies and the chorus of frogs and cicadas make it a perfect summer retreat; autumn brings the fragrance of ripe rice and the joy of harvest; in winter, snow blankets the ancient village, adding tranquility and mystery. Here, you can escape urban noise and embrace nature’s gifts. ❸ Rich Folk Culture Houwu Village is steeped in cultural heritage, with vibrant traditional festivities. During major holidays, the village hosts grand celebrations featuring lion dances, dragon dances, and operas, immersing you in rural charm. Local artisans also preserve ancient crafts like bamboo weaving and wood carving—hands-on experiences await! 📍 Insider’s Guide: 3 Days & 2 Nights in Houwu Village 📅 Day 1: First Impressions ▪️ Morning: Drive from downtown Jinhua to Houwu Village. Start at the visitor center for tips, then explore ancient sites like the Wu Clan Ancestral Hall and traditional homes, admiring the carvings. ▪️ Noon: Savor local farmhouse dishes like braised pork with dried bamboo shoots. ▪️ Afternoon: Wander village paths, soaking in pastoral views. At dusk, watch the sunset paint the rooftops from the village square. ▪️ Night: Stay in a homestay for a peaceful rural evening. 📅 Day 2: Countryside & Culture ▪️ Morning: Walk through fields at sunrise, then join workshops like bamboo weaving or wood carving. ▪️ Noon: Enjoy another farmhouse lunch. ▪️ Afternoon: Hike nearby hills for scenic vistas. 📅 Day 3: Souvenirs & Farewell ▪️ Morning: Shop for handmade crafts and local produce at the village market. ▪️ Noon: After lunch, pack up and depart with cherished memories. 💡 First-Timer Tips + Photo Secrets ✅ Transport: Buses or taxis from Jinhua are convenient. Self-drivers can park easily in the village. ✅ Stay: Book homestays early—opt for central locations to soak in the vibe. ✅ Outfits: Wear comfy shoes for exploring. Traditional-style clothing photos beautifully against ancient backdrops. ✅ Food: Beyond farmhouse meals, try street snacks like tofu pudding or glutinous rice cakes. ⚠️ Etiquette: Respect local customs; stay quiet in ancestral halls and avoid damaging crops or heritage sites. 🌌 "Why Can’t I Leave Houwu Village?" Its ancient charm, serene landscapes, and rich culture are utterly captivating. Time slows here, letting you savor life’s simple joys. If you yearn for such a "Shangri-La," Houwu Village awaits!

⭐ No tourists! No tourists! No tourists! ⭐ No commercial activity! No commercial activity! No commercial activity! ⭐ Original residents everywhere! Old houses are even in disrepair. . 📍 This is Houwu Village (also known as Houwu Village) in Yongkang, Zhejiang. 🕰️ Open 24 hours a day 🆓 🅿️ You can park at the visitor center or parking lot 🆓 🚗 Navigate to "Houwu Village" and enter at the entrance to the ancient buildings. ⭕ The ancient village is not accessible by car and can only be reached on foot, as it is surrounded by modern buildings. But when you walk to the horsehead wall, you will be overwhelmed by a sense of history! . ❤️ Recommended spots ✅ Sima Di (29 rooms) The first stunning ancient building in the ancient village, with 29 rooms, is still well-preserved and inhabited. ✅ Wuyiting Ancestral Hall The largest ancestral hall in the village, it has become a senior activity center where you can play mahjong and watch TV. The portraits of ancestors on the wall are awe-inspiring! The pond at the entrance is the highlight, with beautiful reflections! ✅ Wu Ancestral Hall Only the side door is open. Villagers took us inside. The plaques on the walls and the vivid carvings and paintings are impressive! ✅ Lishan Ancestral Hall It has been transformed into a "Farm Machinery Museum" and is open to the public! . 👉 You can also wander aimlessly through the alleys of the ancient village. Every brick and tile tells its own story, and you may capture even more beautiful scenes...

Houwu Village in Yongkang is a national traditional village. Its ancient buildings are one of the two national protected sites in Yongkang. The ancient buildings in the village are reflected in the pool, creating a beautiful scene! Houwu Village Ancient Buildings are located in Houwu Village, Qiancang Town, Yongkang City, Jinhua City, Zhejiang Province, and were built during the Ming Dynasty to the Republic of China. Houwu Village has a long history. It was established in the 10th year of Jiading in the Song Dynasty (1217) and has a history of nearly 800 years. The ancestor of Houwu Village was named Wu Zhaoqing. He was originally the tenth generation grandson of Quan Zhi, a Guanglu doctor in Xianju, and later moved to Yongkang. Houwu Village is culturally prosperous and has a rich cultural heritage. It is one of the famous villages in Yongkang. In 2007, Houwu Village was selected as the third batch of Chinese historical and cultural villages. The village retains the largest and most complete ancient buildings in Yongkang. There are five well-preserved ancestral halls and more than 1,000 old houses and halls, most of which are ancient buildings from the Ming and Qing Dynasties and the Republic of China. The longest history is more than 460 years. Famous ancestral halls include Wu's Ancestral Hall, Chengyi Ancestral Hall, Lishan Ancestral Hall, Yiting Ancestral Hall, and Xiangyang Ancestral Hall. The old houses include Sima's House, Yanqing Hall, Cuncheng Hall, and Shuyu Hall. The ancient buildings of Houwu Village are well preserved and have local characteristics. They are important materials for studying local architectural art, carving art, and painting art from the Ming and Qing Dynasties to the Republic of China. On October 7, 2019, the ancient buildings of Houwu Village were announced by the State Council of the People's Republic of China as the eighth batch of national key cultural relics protection units.

Yongkang, Zhejiang! The forgotten Chinese aesthetic is really amazing! I really like to travel slowly in this small town This time, I was invited to attend the "Leading Fresh 20th Anniversary Celebration" of Yongkang Feijian and visited the "See Heart" Yongkang Oriental Aesthetic Space with many tea spaces of different atmospheres. It seems that the thousand-year-old tea culture is presented in a new posture. At the same time, you can also experience the "Oriental Tea Life" at the tea table, seek a cup and enjoy the mountains, and bring friends to enjoy the pure joy. In addition, the treasure combination of health tea + titanium pot on display is much better than the plastic cup. Pure titanium's excellent corrosion resistance and strong antibacterial properties keep drinks pure for a long time, which is relatively healthier. After visiting the academic space, I also embarked on a journey to the small town. Yongkang, this small town, really has many treasures. Chinese aesthetics check-in point 1 Jiuxietan Scenic Area A film and television base, I didn't expect that "The Moon Is Coming", "Joy of Life 2", "The Four Seas Reborn", "Longing", "Lotus Tower" and so on have been filmed here! ② Houwu Village An ancient village within a village. There are still many old houses, which can be called a living ancient village! 3 Zhiying Ancient Town In 325 AD, General Ying Zhan of the Eastern Jin Dynasty built a village here, which has a history of nearly 1,700 years! 4 Puzhao Zen Temple There is a trumpet creeper outside the gate. If you go there in this season, you can take pictures of the trumpet creeper and the temple in the same frame. ~ 5 Yuanzhou Village There are many villas in the village, and a "small Great Wall" was built on the mountain, which is worth a visit!

I thought there were no truly underrated tourist cities in Zhejiang until I visited Yongkang, Jinhua. Because there are not many tourists, the scenic spots are basically open for free, and the degree of commercialization is very low. I visited several ancient villages that are quite primitive. I really like this kind of village where you can stroll around slowly. . Compared to Yongkang's tourist attractions, Yongkang's "hardware" is well-known. I went from Hangzhou to Yongkang specifically to attend the 20th anniversary celebration of Feijian. In the "See · Heart" Yongkang Oriental Aesthetics Space, I felt the charm of oriental tea and saw many exquisite tea sets that I had never seen before. There were even cups used in previous Olympic Games, each with great commemorative significance. Only after a deep understanding did I realize that Feijian has been unique for 20 years. From material selection to the final product, every step strives for perfection. This meticulous craftsmanship makes Feijian titanium cups not only excellent in function but also quite artistic in appearance. . 📖Travel Guide Day 1⃣ Hou Wu Village (Hou Wu Village) ➠ Nandu Zen Temple ➠ Yongkang Little Great Wall (Yuanzhou Village) ➠ Qingbei Library Day 2⃣ Feijian Titanium Cup Exhibition ➠ Zhiying Ancient Town . ❶ Hou Wu Village (Hou Wu Village) A very primitive ancient village, the village retains many architectural heritages from the Ming, Qing, and Republic of China periods. You can find traces of history hundreds of years old from the architectural details. Ps: The scenic spot is in the middle of the village. If you can't find it, you can ask the villagers how to get to the "Wu Family Ancestral Hall". ❷ Nandu Zen Temple A relatively large temple in Yongkang City, not far from Hou Wu Village, it is more convenient to drive. ❸ Yongkang Little Great Wall Surprisingly, there is also a Great Wall in Yongkang. It takes about half an hour to climb from the foot of the mountain to the top. From the mountain, you can overlook Yongkang City, and the view is quite good. It is recommended to avoid going at noon, as it is too sunny at noon. ❹ Qingbei Library A free library with a bit of retro decoration. You can go here to escape the heat and relax on weekends. It is also very good for taking pictures indoors. It is a good place to pass the time. It is recommended to go at noon or in the evening. ❺ Zhiying Ancient Town It is also an ancient town with a long history in Yongkang. Zhiying Ancient Town is slightly larger, and the small attractions are relatively scattered. You can spend more time exploring the small attractions inside. There are many local Yongkang specialties here, such as Yongkang meat pie, tofu balls, etc.

Houwu Village belongs to Qiancang Town, Yongkang City, Zhejiang Province, and has been named as the third batch of China's Historic and Cultural Villages, with only four villages in Zhejiang receiving this honor. Houwu Village has a long history, with outstanding people and a spirit of place. Since its establishment in the fifteenth year of the Jiading era of the Song Dynasty (1222), it has a history of more than 770 years. During this period, it has produced many talents, enjoyed economic prosperity, and accumulated a rich cultural heritage. Despite the vicissitudes of time, the village still retains the largest and most complete ancient architectural complex in Yongkang. Among them, the Wu family ancestral hall covers an area of more than 1140 square meters, was founded in the 26th year of the Jiajing era of the Ming Dynasty (1547), and has a history of more than 450 years. Its structure is rational, craftsmanship exquisite, and the column heads, archways, and beams are all painted with gold and colorful beads, and are well preserved. In addition, Houwu Village also has many ancient buildings from the Ming and Qing Dynasties, with the old construction style clearly visible, earning high praise from both domestic and foreign sightseers.