I have returned to She County, it is really the ceiling in spring.
🌄歙 County, this treasure town hidden among the mountains and rivers of southern Anhui, is like a lost pearl, exuding a unique and charming charm. The Huizhou architecture with white walls and black tiles is well-proportioned, and the green mountains and green waters complement each other, forming a beautiful landscape painting. Every corner seems to be telling the story of thousands of years, which makes people intoxicated and linger. If you are also craving a trip on the go, then follow this April She County travel guide for a romantic encounter with She County!
🌟Playing feelings: April in She County, spring is strong, the land is decorated with fresh flowers and new green decoration is particularly beautiful. Strolling through the ancient streets and alleys, feeling the unique rhythm of Huizhou architecture, you feel like you have traveled back in time through time and space. The boat trip to Xin'anjiang Mountain and Water Gallery allowed me to appreciate the poetic beauty of "people walking in the mirror, birds in the screen", and my body and mind were greatly relaxed. Every attraction left a deep impression on me, She County is like a treasure box full of surprises, waiting for you to explore one by one.
🚌Transportation Guide:
- Air: You can first arrive at Huangshan Tunxi International Airport, about 50 kilometers from She County, then you can take a taxi or take the airport bus transfer to She County.
- High-speed rail: There are several high-speed rails to and from various places every day at Shi County North Station. After exiting the station, you can take the bus directly to the county town and some attractions. You can also choose to take a taxi. The price is relatively reasonable.
- By car: The bus station in She County has more trains and can reach the surroundings of popular scenic spots. It is also very convenient to take a bus from the surrounding cities.
🎈3-day tour route:
- Day1: Huizhou Ancient City - Fishing Liang Dam - Huizhou Merchants Mansion
- Morning: After arriving in She County, proceed to the ancient city of Huizhou, one of the four ancient cities in China.
- Noon: Savor local delicacies such as stone dumplings, stinky eel, and hairy tofu in the ancient city.
- Afternoon: Head to Fishing Liang Dam, an ancient hydraulic project known as “the first capital river weir in the south of the Yangtze River”. Then proceed to the Hui Merchant Mansion to enjoy the exquisite Hui architecture and carving art.
- Evening: Return to the ancient city, enjoy the night view of the ancient city and experience the local nightlife.
- Day2: Xin'anjiang Mountain and Water Gallery - Yangchang Earth Building
- Morning: Head to Shendu Town and take a cruise to the Xin'an River Landscape Gallery, enjoy the picturesque landscape scenery on both sides, and see the thousand-year-old camphor in Zhangtan Village.
- Noon: Dine in Shendu Town and taste local river freshmen and other specialties.
- Afternoon: Head to Yangchan Earth Building to enjoy the unique earth building complex and feel the rustic rural life.
- Evening: Stay at a B&B near Yangchan Tulou and experience a peaceful night in the countryside.
- Day3: Tong Yi Pagoda Complex - Bao Family Garden - Return
- Morning: Head to the Tangyue Archway Complex, the seven archways here with the theme of "loyalty, filial piety, integrity and righteousness" are a witness to the rise of Huizhou merchants and a symbol of Huizhou culture. Then visit the Bao Family Garden to admire Huizhou’s ancient garden art and exquisite bonsai.
- Noon: After dining nearby, take a break to prepare for your return trip.
📸 Must-See Attractions:
- Huizhou Ancient City: One of the four ancient cities in China, with a long history, ancient architecture, and full of rich cultural heritage.
- Fishing beam dam: a masterpiece of ancient hydraulic engineering, with the reputation of "the first capital river weir in the south of the Yangtze River", beautiful scenery.
- Xin'an River Landscape Gallery: Take a boat trip, as if you are in a scroll of landscape paintings.
- Yang-chan earth buildings: a unique group of earth buildings, built against the mountain, in an orderly manner, full of ancient rural atmosphere.
- Tangyue Archway Group: The seven archways carry rich historical and cultural connotations, witnessing the brilliance of Huizhou merchants.
- Baojia Garden: An outstanding representative of ancient garden art in Huizhou.
🏠Accommodation guide:
- Huizhou Ancient City: Recommended Huazhu · Huangshan Jiangxiangtai Tea Culture Club Bed and Breakfast, located in Huizhou Ancient City Scenic Area, is Huizhou Ancient City super large tea theme culture Bed and Breakfast, with century-old buildings, photography is very out, and butler service, can experience Hui style accommodation environment;
- Near Xin'an River Mountain and Water Gallery: Yunshui Room Bed and Breakfast in She County has an elegant and comfortable environment, with mountain view rooms and river view rooms.
- Yangchang Tulou: You can choose local characteristic B&Bs to better experience rural life, such as Yangchang Tulou Observation Deck B&B, which is superior in location for viewing Tulou views and sunrise and sunset.
📌Playing tips:
- April is the peak tourist season in She County. Remember to book your tickets, tickets and accommodation in advance before traveling to avoid delays.
- Pay attention to sun protection and mosquito repellent measures when visiting the Xin'an River Mountains and Water Gallery and Yangchang Earth Building.
- The mountain road in Yangchan Tulou is steeper, so be safe when driving, or you can choose to take a local excursion ride up the mountain.
- When tasting local delicacies, try some special snacks such as Santan Loquat (may not be available in large quantities in April, but you can taste the fresh tender fruit), Ge powder rounds.
- At attractions such as the ancient city of Huizhou and Huizhou merchants' mansions, you can ask a tour guide to explain to better understand the cultural and historical stories of Huizhou.