Minghe Ancient Town

This treasure ancient town with over 1,200 years of history is truly amazing! 🏯 📍Detailed address: No. 999 Yuhuang Road, Guanhaiwei Town, Cixi City, Ningbo, Zhejiang Province ⏰Opening hours: Open all year round (daytime visits recommended) 【Must-visit Highlights of the Ancient Town】 1️⃣ Millennium Charm: This ancient town, founded in the Tang Dynasty, has a history of more than 1,200 years! ✨ Strolling through it feels like traveling back in time~ "The scenery of Hegao rivals Suzhou" is no exaggeration! Between white walls and black tiles, you can almost hear time telling stories 🌿 2️⃣ Unique Architecture: Unlike other Jiangnan ancient towns built along rivers, Minghe is nestled by the lake and mountains, a true mountain-water ancient town 🏞️ ✨ Salt Warehouse Zoumalou: A distinctive ancient building among southern siheyuan (courtyard houses) ✨ Shen Family Old Residence: Still preserves the atmosphere of imperial examination success and scholarly elegance 💫 Little tip: Most of the ancient buildings here are mansions left by wealthy families from ancient times! 3️⃣ Famous Figures: Countless historical celebrities came from here! Tang Dynasty calligrapher Yu Shinan, "precession" discoverer Yu Xi... and wealthy merchants who established traditional Chinese medicine businesses during the Ming and Qing Dynasties 🧠 It’s safe to say this is a town rich in cultural heritage~ 4️⃣ Jiangnan Water Town Charm: Small bridges, flowing water, and riverside homes—this is the Jiangnan you imagine! 🌉 With lake and mountain scenery, every photo looks like an ancient-style masterpiece. Hanfu ladies, come check in! 📸 【Travel Tips】 ✨ Best time to visit: Spring and autumn ✨ Dress code: Hanfu or traditional Chinese clothing for better photos ✨ Food must-try: Ancient town specialty snacks are a must ✨ Nearby attractions: You can also visit Wulei Mountain Scenic Area on the way This is truly a great place to escape the city noise—perfect for quiet solo trips or outings with friends! 💕