[2025 Ningbo Attraction] Travel Guide for Qixiakeng Village (Updated May)

Shrouded in mist and rain, it looks like a fairyland on earth. This is Qixiakeng Village, a thousand-year-old village hidden deep in the Siming Mountains of Ningbo, a place where time passes gently. Highlights Qixiakeng Village, formerly known as Taohuakeng, is the settlement of the descendants of the great poet Wang Xizhi, a place steeped in history. It sits quietly in the hinterland of the Siming Mountains, about 20 km from Xikou Town, like a paradise hidden from the world. The village is located at a high altitude, with an average elevation of about 500 meters. It is surrounded by dense forests and vegetation, full of negative oxygen ions, making every breath a gift from nature. 📍 Address: Xikou Town, Fenghua District, Ningbo City, Zhejiang Province 🎫 Tickets: Free🆓 🅿️ Parking lot: CNY 20/car Must-try Experiences Hiking For hiking enthusiasts, the Qixiakeng Ancient Trail is a paradise, especially in autumn. In autumn, nature is like an overturned palette, with red maples and ginkgoes intertwined, creating a picturesque scene. Hiking along the mountain road takes about 5 hours. The Qixiakeng Ancient Trail, also known as the Tang Poetry Road, has been traveled by many poets who have left behind many popular poems. It is also known as the most beautiful forest ancient trail in Ningbo, where every step is poetic and every scene is picturesque. Relaxing Slow Life If you don't hike, strolling around the village is also very relaxing. Spend 2–3 hours walking along the stone-paved roads of the ancient village, feeling the slow passage of time, or find a small shop to sit down, daydream, have a cup of tea, chat, and steal a half-day of leisure.

| A rare ancient village with few people. Choose a good weather on the weekend and drive out from Shanghai for a stroll. Find two ancient villages in Fenghua District, Ningbo. 🚗3 hours by car. 👉Yantou Ancient Village. The double bridges in the ancient village are particularly beautiful. Especially the small river that runs through the village is crystal clear. It must be a good place to play in the water in summer. [Dolphin] You can try the farmhouse in the village. Noodles and wontons are delicious. 🅿️Free parking at the entrance of the village. 👉Qixiankeng Village. [Dolphin] Hiking on the Qixia Ancient Road takes about 2 hours and is not very tiring. The village is very quiet. The stream flows down from the mountain. The vegetation is lush and it is a holy place for oxygen absorption. 🅿️There are many parking spaces at the entrance of the village. There are parking spaces along the road. I feel that there are many ancient villages like this in Ningbo. It is worth playing several times~ On the way back, I saw a complete sunset on the Hangzhou Bay Bridge. It is perfect. [Congratulate]

Qixiakeng Village: According to "Siming Mountain Chronicles", Qixiakeng was originally called Peach Blossom Keng, "in the south of twenty miles of clouds. The mountain rock walls stand for several ridges and extend for hundreds of feet. The red and white rocks look like the beginning of peach blossoms. , hence the name." In "Nine Poems on Siming Mountain" by Lu Guimeng, a poet of the Tang Dynasty, there is "There are more streams in Yunnan, and there is no mud in the gravel." The "Yunnan" mentioned is Taohuakeng. It was not until the late Qing Dynasty that it was renamed Qixiakeng. There is smoke from cooking in the village, and chickens and dogs roam freely in the village. The village under the autumn sunshine ☀️ has a pastoral atmosphere. I like this comfortable and comfortable feeling [Cute]

Qixiakeng Village is a thousand-year-old village hidden in the embrace of Siming Mountain, preserving many historical relics and cultural landscapes. The village is full of ancient bridges and flowing water, set against the rolling mountains, like beautiful ink paintings. ⛰️ ⚠️The village committee now charges a management fee of ¥20 per car, which is equivalent to a parking fee, and there are special personnel to manage and direct parking. This is really good, but parking spaces are a bit tight, so it's best to arrive before 10:00, otherwise, you will have to park on the side of the road and walk a long way.

Qixiakeng Village is a thousand-year-old village with the ancient Chang'an Bridge: a 270-year-old bridge with ancient camphor trees at the bridge head and gurgling streams under the bridge. There are many ancient bridges in the village: Changshou Bridge, Wan'an Bridge, Yongji Bridge... Chang'an Bridge is also the entrance to the Qixia Ancient Trail, one of the most beautiful forest ancient trails in Ningbo. Strolling along the ancient trail, you can enjoy the magnificent scenery of Siming Mountain. It is a paradise for many hiking enthusiasts. There were so many hikers, so we started hiking.

Qixiakeng Village is located in Xikou, Fenghua, near Ningbo, in the Siming Mountains. It is an ancient village with a history of over 1,000 years, with picturesque scenery. The mountain road winds into this quiet ancient village, with small bridges and flowing water, lush bamboo forests, high walls, majestic horsehead walls, and wooden pavilions, all exuding the charm of ancient architecture. 🏠 Runzhuang: The village is long and narrow, built along the stream. Runzhuang at the entrance of the village is the oldest building in the village, dating back to the late Qing Dynasty and early Republic of China. This building was the former residence of Wang Enpu, a sworn brother of the Jiang family in the countryside, called "Runzhuang." Villagers also call it "Qiachangmen." It is now the best-preserved ancient building in the village. Runzhuang is a typical Jiangnan-style courtyard, with a tall gatehouse, two-story buildings in a row, exquisite brick carvings, and vivid wood carvings. 🌈 Changan Bridge: You can see this bridge along the stream. It is an ancient bridge built during the Qianlong period of the Qing Dynasty, 270 years ago. It has been renovated several times and is also known as the Happiness Bridge. There are ancient camphor trees planted at the bridgehead, creating a beautiful scene. 🌲 Qixia Ancient Path: Qixiakeng Village has become famous in recent years for the Qixia Ancient Path, a great place for hiking in the outdoor circle, and one of the top ten most beautiful ancient paths in Fenghua, as well as the most beautiful forest ancient path in Ningbo. Those with good physical strength can try it. Recommended routes: 1. Qixiakeng Village - Tangtian Village - Hutian Village 2. Dong Village - Siming Bridge - Youzhuping - Qixiakeng - Siming Bridge - Dong Village 🌱 Surroundings: 3. Siming Mountain: Zhejiang's Akina Mountain, with many hairpin turns, is the best choice for self-driving mountain tours. It has a high altitude, beautiful scenery, and several viewing platforms. 4. Siming Lake: See the water cypresses. 🚘 Transportation: Self-driving: The best way is naturally to drive yourself. It takes 20 minutes from Xikou and 1.5 hours from Ningbo. Bus: There are also buses to and from Xikou, Route 571-1, with scheduled departures.

☀️ Half of the summer's joy comes from playing in the water ☀️ In the scorching summer 💦 Of course, we have to go creek trekking! 👉 Yangyang has compiled the second edition of Ningbo's hidden creek trekking and water play spots. Take your little 'beast' to explore and check-in! 1️⃣ Xiling Village 🍀 The environment here is serene, with babbling brooks, a paradise away from the city's hustle and bustle 📍 Xiling Village, Haishu District 2️⃣ Jinguan Village 🍀 The pastoral scenery here is beautiful, with babbling brooks, a great place to relax 📍 Jinguan Village, Yuyao District 3️⃣ Tang'ao Village 🍀 In Tang'ao Village, you can stroll along the creek and feel the freshness and tranquility of nature 📍 Tang'ao Village, Fenghua District 4️⃣ Tongxiajia Village 🍀 The creek here is shallow, perfect for children to play in the water. The village has homestays and cafes, and the most beautiful windmill road of Ziyanshan is nearby 📍 Tongxiajia Village, Yinzhou District, 1 hour from the city, free parking at the village entrance 5️⃣ Longgong Ancient Village 🍀 A hidden ancient village treasure, with a creek called Longxi, perfect for summer creek trekking and water play 📍 Longgong Ancient Village, Shenquan Town, Ninghai County 6️⃣ Beixi Village 🍀 The clear creek water is perfect for summer water play 📍 Beixi Village, Yuyao District 7️⃣ Zhanqi Town Daling Ancient Road 🍀 The creek water here is cool and pleasant, a great place for creek trekking and water play 📍 Near Daling Ancient Road, Zhanqi Town, Yinzhou District 8️⃣ Hengxi Zhishan Village 🍀 There is a small creek throughout the journey, a great place to play in the water and cool off 📍 Zhishan Village, Hengxi, Yinzhou District 9️⃣ Huajiangmen 🍀 There is a parking lot next to the village, you can get into the water right next to it. You can trek upstream along the creek for dozens of meters, the creek water is cool and refreshing, there are small fish to catch, and tree shade to shelter from the sun 📍 Huajiangmen, Yinzhou District 1️⃣0️⃣ Qixiakeng Village 🍀 The ancient village is surrounded by mountains on all sides, with clear creek water, a great place for creek trekking and water play 📍 Qixiakeng Village, Fenghua District, parking available at the village entrance 1️⃣1️⃣ Houlong Village 🍀 The water is not deep, suitable for playing in the creek, the site allows barbecues, but please take your trash with you 📍 South of Lingxian Temple (bus stop), drive 200 meters forward and turn left to the end of the small road, parking available by the creek 1️⃣2️⃣ Tangyun Village 🍀 Known as the hometown of Fenghua water peaches, the creek, stone bridges, and waterfalls run through the entire village 📍 Tangyun Village, Fenghua District 1️⃣3️⃣ Tongling Village 🍀 A thousand-year-old village accessible through an ancient tunnel, suitable for hiking, creek trekking, camping, and fishing 📍 Tongling Village, Yuyao 1️⃣4️⃣ Eastern Zhejiang's Little Jiuzhai 🍀 The mountains are continuous, the valleys winding, the bamboo forests lush, the creeks crisscrossing, forming beautiful scenery 📍 Zhulin Village, Dayin Town, Yuyao 1️⃣5️⃣ Shanshaxia Liu Village 🍀 Known as 'Ningbo's Little Sheepskin Cave Waterfall', there is a pool below the waterfall, the pool is not deep, suitable for camping and water play 📍 Shanshaxia Liu Village, Ninghai County 🔖 Travel Tips ✅ The sun in Ningbo is quite strong recently, remember to apply sunscreen ✅ There are many mosquitoes in the mountains, bring some essential balm or mosquito repellent ✅ Pay attention to safety when playing in the water, be aware of tides, and wear non-slip shoes for creek trekking Collecting this information wasn't easy, please give a follow 🐷 and a star ⭐!

Qixiakeng Village At the entrance to the village, a villager will charge 20 yuan for parking. It is recommended to call a local homestay and say that you have booked a room with them. Then the owner will tell you to mention it to the person collecting the parking fee at the entrance, and then they won't charge you. This can save you the parking fee... just a small tip. I personally really, really like this ancient village! You can tell from the pictures I posted. The scenery is truly beautiful, and even with my poor photography skills, I can still take relatively nice photos. High mountains, flowing water, small bridges and houses, blue sky, white clouds, and curling smoke - absolutely beautiful! Qixiakeng Village

Upon entering the central area of Qixiakeng Village in Fenghua, Ningbo, a paradise on earth, one can see a gallery bridge spanning across Junxi River, appearing both quaint and fashionable. This is the most famous ancient bridge in the village—Chang'an Bridge. Chang'an Bridge, also known as Happiness Bridge, is a single-hole stone arch bridge built in the early years of the Tongzhi era of the Qing Dynasty, about 280 years ago. The bridge is 18.7 meters long, 17 meters wide, and 5 meters high. Chang'an Bridge reflects the wisdom and aesthetic views of the ancients. The bridge deck is made of cobblestones and rubble, tightly connected. There is a wooden house built on the bridge, which serves as a great shelter for villagers from the sun and rain. Inside the house, there are three Buddha statues, representing Guanyin, Weituo, and the God of the Land. On the south side of the bridge, there stands an ancient camphor tree on each side, both requiring two people to embrace and green throughout all seasons, offering a pleasant view. To the north of the bridge, there is a Guandi Temple, where the incense burns continuously every day. Below the bridge, the water babbles, and the rock crevices are filled with lush irises, with peach trees planted on both sides of the stream. When spring comes and flowers bloom, the stream rises, the mountains are freshly green, and the peach blossoms are in full bloom, making the scenery even more superior. 📍Detailed address: Zhejiang Province, Ningbo City, Fenghua District, Xikou Town, Qixiakeng Village Admission price: Free

Ah J has traveled through the self-driving route with an extraordinary cultural heritage. It's the very road that has been visited by more than 400 poets during the Tang Dynasty! 'No complaints about the narrow valley, as the mountain will reveal the path ahead' Strolling in Qixiakeng, I just feel like I've brought too few Tang poems with me. Seeing the ancient bridge in the village, the ancients would 'see the old vines, trees, and crows at dusk, a small bridge over flowing water, a household', while I can only exclaim 'What a beautiful bridge!' Under the bridge are the ducks in the stream, By the road stride the proud flocks of chickens, On the ancient path lies a lazy yellow dog, Smoke rises, twilight falls, Following the traces of the ancient village, leisurely times. 📍Navigation: Qixiakeng Village, Xikou Town, Fenghua, Ningbo (only 20 minutes from Xikou exit of the highway) 💰Admission: No ticket 🅿️Parking: Either park at the entrance of the village or by the river inside the village ✅Nearby attractions: Siming Mountain, Tingxia Lake, Shizi Pants, Tangtian The mountain roads in the village are quite narrow, although there are not many cars, you still need to be careful when passing each other. While driving on the mountain roads, you can also see the Siming Mountain Bridge, a beautiful sight! Driving from the Xikou highway exit, you can just follow the road along Tingxia Lake! Ah J left at night, so I didn't get to see the lake view. I am Ah J, who drives to the mountains for fun on weekends. I've completed 81/100 of the less-known self-driving spots around Hangzhou. Come and unlock more hidden gems with me.

There is an ancient village hidden in the mountains in Fenghua District, Ningbo City, because of its beautiful scenery, it has become the first choice for tourists around for tourism and hiking. This ancient village has a very poetic name - Xixia Pit, which is said to be the place where the phoenix resides, and now it has been rated as the second batch of Ningbo City's historical and cultural villages, and has been selected as the third batch of "National Traditional Villages". - Navigation address: Search for "Xixia Pit Village" on Baidu Maps to get there. It takes about an hour to drive from downtown Ningbo. 🚗🚗Parking P: There are many parking spaces on the roadside at the entrance of the village, so you don't have to worry about parking. The village also prepared a parking lot for tourists, and parking P is completely free.

The Qixiakeng ancient trail is located in Xikou Town, Fenghua District, Ningbo City, Zhejiang Province. It is a long-standing and beautiful ancient trail. It is narrow and long, covered by dense forests, surrounded by mountains on both sides, and the stream is gurgling. The ancient trail is paved with cobblestones, and there are many ancient bridges and buildings along the way, such as Wang's Ancestral Hall, which has a strong architectural style of the late Qing Dynasty. The Qixiakeng ancient trail is not only an important transportation route in ancient times, but also a part of the Tang Poetry Road, attracting many literati to visit. Now, it has become a famous hiking route, attracting a large number of tourists to experience. Navigate to Qixiakeng Village. There is a parking lot at the entrance of the village. There is a charge for parking in the village on weekends and holidays, 20 yuan for small cars and 30 yuan for large cars.

The four seasons are picturesque, but autumn is the most beautiful. I don't want to join the crowds on the weekend, so I took a day off on a weekday and came here. Enjoy this most stunning scenery and feel relaxed and happy. 🌟Highlights: In early autumn, the flowers here are already falling. Sitting between tea rooms. Feel the warm afternoon sun. With a pot of tea, you can quietly experience the cleansing journey of your soul. 👍Most Recommended: You can walk freely on this mountain path and feel the autumn breeze and autumn leaves. The scenery of lakes and mountains, everything is so beautiful.