Three ancient towns that can’t be ignored when traveling in Zhejiang, are more original than Xitang in Wuzhen and worth traveling

When it comes to traveling in Zhejiang, I believe that the first thing many people think of is the Jiangnan ancient town here. After all, there are many representative ancient towns here, such as Wuzhen Xitang, which is one of the must-see attractions for many tourists.

However, as they become more well-known, these ancient towns have become more and more commercialized, so that many tourists see ancient towns under the same commercial atmosphere. Fortunately, there are many ancient towns in Zhejiang, and it is not difficult to find a small town. Today, Ma Qistop wants to share 3 relatively small ancient towns. I believe it will satisfy the love of humanistic travel lovers.

The first one to share is the ancient town of Xinshi

In a place only 60 minutes' drive from Hangzhou, there is a small and beautiful ancient town hidden in private. This is the ancient town of Xinshi in Deqing, Huzhou. Because it is located next to the Beijing-Hangzhou Grand Canal, this ancient town has been a gathering place for merchants since ancient times. However, with the rise of land routes, waterways gradually lost their original role, and now the ancient town of Xinshi looks much deserted. But this kind of atmosphere is just right, you can see the original ecology here.

If you walk in the ancient town of Xinshi today, you can still see many remains. For example, you can still see some ancient buildings from the Ming and Qing dynasties here, and you can also see the ancient bridges that have been preserved here. These ancient bridges have turned the ancient town into a "water town and country".

Of course, in addition to ancient buildings and ancient bridges, what you can't miss when you arrive in the ancient town of Xinshi is the local snacks. Although there are a lot fewer types than the nearby Wuzhen, but the mutton noodles, soft and non-greasy tea cakes, and gravy overflowing The siumai and so on can interpret the taste of the latest market.

The second one to share is the ancient town of Nanxun

If you think the scale of the ancient town of Xinshi is too small to see, then the ancient town of Nanxun, also in Huzhou, looks much richer. This once an important ancient town in the south of the Yangtze River is famous for its Beijing-Hangzhou Grand Canal and silk. There have been many merchants and celebrities who are famous for their silkworms. They have built many characteristic houses here in Nanxun, which are now open to the public.

In the former residence of Zhang Jingjiang, which was built in the Tongzhi period of the Qing Dynasty, you can see the most distinctive mansions in the south of the Yangtze River; in the former residence of Zhang Shiming, you can see rich European architecture, as well as exquisite brick carvings, wood carvings, stone carvings, and glass carvings; In the staircase, you can admire the ancient architecture combining Chinese and Western; in Xiaolianzhuang, you can see the perfect combination of Jiangnan gardens and Ming and Qing architecture.

It can be said that the scale of Nanxun Ancient Town is among the best in the entire Jiangnan area. With a more original ecological atmosphere, it has become one of Ma Qiting's favorite ancient towns in Jiangnan.

The third one to share is Zhuge Bagua Village

There is an ancient village inhabited by the descendants of Zhuge Liang in Jinhualanxi in the middle of Zhejiang Province. Because of its remoteness, there are still few tourists. This is Zhuge Bagua Village. Although there is such an ancient village, the Zhuge Bagua Village still presents a more primitive atmosphere due to inconvenient transportation.

When you walk in the Bagua Village, you will like the nine palaces and gossip-style architecture here; you will also like the ancient Jiangnan style houses with horse head walls preserved in the Ming and Qing Dynasties; you will also like Zhuge Bagua The strong Jinhua-style snacks in the village, such as chicken kueh with wontons, Lanxi beef noodles with phoenix eggs, fried steamed buns with meatballs, etc. will make your lips and teeth fragrant.

In general, perhaps these three ancient towns are a lot smaller than Wuzhen, and the supporting facilities are not as abundant as Wuzhen. Therefore, travelers who like to check in will be a little disappointed, but if you like the original ecological atmosphere, Then these 3 ancient towns will surely make you full of surprises.