Xiuning: A Slow Loop Through Huangshan's Zhuangyuan Country
A guide to Xiuning in Huangshan: examination heritage in Haiyang, Qiyun Mountain's inscriptions, old Wan'an, tea villages and ancient groves.
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Camping and Stargazing in Huangshan District
Where to camp around Taiping Lake and the hills of Huangshan District, from lakeside lawns and RV parks to groves, village sites and hotel grounds.
Hongcun for First-Time Visitors: Water Lanes, Merchant Halls and a Walking Route
How to walk Hongcun from South Lake to the old trees, with the merchant halls and Moon Pond along the way, plus transport and ticket notes for a first visit.
A Practical Guide to Hongcun: Waterways, Lanes and Village Stays
Plan a stay in Hongcun: how the village's water shaped it, arrival routes from Yi County and Huangshan, two walking loops past Moon Pond and Nanhu Academy, and notes on meals, tickets and travelling with children.