Everyone says that Jiangnan is good, with white walls and tiles, misty and rainy, fresh and delicate like an elegant picture scroll. This time, I went all the way south from Jiangsu along the expressway and passed through Kaihua County, Quzhou, Zhejiang Province. I made a short stay and appreciated its uniqueness.
Xiashan Ancient Village, with beautiful scenery, long history and profound cultural heritage, almost satisfied all my fantasies about Jiangnan: ancient buildings were built along Ma Jinxi. It is said that there are 36 1 buildings in Huizhou ancient dwellings in the Ming and Qing Dynasties and the early years of the Republic of China, which are magnificent and antique.
The weather is beautiful, the sun shines warmly on people, the warm wind blows gently, and the light and shadow on the wall and on the road are interlaced, which is unspeakable comfortable. Before driving into the village, I took a deep breath and was amazed: the mountains are continuous and there is a large crystal clear lake at the foot of the mountain. There are ancient villages in Xiashan between the mountain and the water. White clouds spread out in the sky like a meticulous splash-ink work. Looking around, the whole Guxia Mountain is amazing.
The car continued to drive along the road, turned several corners and entered the village. The road conditions inside are ok, flat and spacious, and the traffic is convenient.
I got off the bus and planned to enjoy the scenery on foot. Looking at the guide map carefully, the layout of Xiashan ancient village is still very clear, which can be roughly divided into three areas: farmhouse entertainment area, building viewing area as the main body, and homestay farmhouse residential area.
First, I went to see the Ai Jing Concert Hall. The hall is made of wood, which adds a quaint charm. Two couplets were set up on the left and right, which made the humanistic atmosphere stronger.
Building walls with pebbles is one of the architectural features of this ancient village. There is also a rope woven with straw, which is as big as a bowl and hangs down from the beams and columns in turn, making it wavy, making the architecture of ancient villages more unique.
Further inside, you can see many buildings similar to quadrangles, but the open space in the middle is obviously much larger. The spacious atrium and multi-storey stone steps make the building more imposing.
Walking on the road, I can see more typical Huizhou architecture, which makes me excited. During this trip to Xiashan Ancient Village, Huizhou's houses, ancestral halls, archways and Xiashan Ancient Village all had exquisite and outstanding representatives, which made me feast my eyes. The retaining wall made of brick, stone and soil is very high, and it is more magnificent to decorate it with several cornices. At the top of the door, a large stone carving was specially made. The six stone lions are symmetrical and lifelike, which adds a sense of modeling to the building and is exquisitely conceived.
The old street in Xiashan is impressive, which is different from the alley in Suzhou, our province. Because the old street here is narrower and longer, and there are bluestones, it has the charm of "rain lane" in the poem. If it rains today, it is estimated that my mind is full of the poem "Rain Lane" in this alley. "A person walks in a long, lonely rain lane with an oil-paper umbrella, hoping to meet it.
The buildings in B&B and Fisherman's Music Zone are more modern. Towering trees can be seen everywhere, few people are so thick, the environment is beautiful and the air is pleasant. The people here are really simple and enthusiastic. An old man took me and talked to me about my parents' shortcomings, boasting that "we are fine here" with pride between his eyebrows and eyes. At noon, I also tasted some special dishes. I have to mention that the fish here are delicious, tender and affordable. This meal is particularly enjoyable.
After a whole day's stroll in Xiashan Ancient Village and a night's rest, I drove to nearby Jinxi Taoyun the next day, not far, about half an hour's drive between the two scenic spots. Jinxi Taoyun is also divided into three parts: Taoxijia, Missai Pastoral and Yuxia Waterfront. The roads here are particularly fresh and eye-catching, but the solid stone wall, which is more than one person high, is made of large colored stones. The road is spacious, full of green, not to mention the scenery inside, which makes people feel relaxed and happy.
Taoxi's family has a "farm house", which is a clean and comfortable place. If you study in it, it is really comfortable. So far, this design is the first time I have seen it. Setting up a "farm house" in the scenic spot can be described as ingenious.
Walking inside, there is a dense vegetation Longjushan Park, which is a natural oxygen bar. Further inside, there is a Qianjiangyuan National Park, which is a secondary protection area for drinking water sources. When I saw this protection sign, I knew that the scenery in front of me must be good, the water must be crystal clear, and I had some small expectations in my heart.
There are many bayberry trees on the mountain, but I came at a bad time. There are no arbutus trees to eat here. I didn't even know there were many bayberry trees here, unless there was a sign, but it should be very interesting for local people to pick them in the mature season of bayberry.
I have to move on. Sure enough, the scenery in front of me not only didn't disappoint me, but even exceeded my expectations. I was very surprised. I even thought I was looking at the landscape of Guilin: the water quality is naturally good, so good that it is really crystal clear, and the mountains are reflected on the water. You can even see the clouds in the sky clearly on the water. I can take any photo and use it as wallpaper. There are some reeds growing on the shore, which are sparse, but they also add a touch of poetry.
On the other side of the road, the small flowers are still blooming at will, with the beauty of freedom and casualness.
There are also some waterside pavilions on the shore, which are very comfortable to sit in. I stayed in this area for a long time. It was also good to walk all the way along the waterway later. There are many trees planted next to it, which are flourishing. I also saw the Millennium Cinnamomum camphora, which is really rich and has a pleasant aroma.
If Xiashan ancient village is more humanistic, then the natural scenery of Jinxi Taoyuan is better. If we want to summarize the characteristics of Jinxi Taoyun in one sentence, it is the slogan on the introduction board of Jinxi Taoyun: It is really appropriate to skillfully integrate leisure, vacation, entertainment and fitness in nature, stay away from the noise, return to nature and enjoy peace.
It is said that Jiangnan is good and the scenery was familiar before. This time, I embarked on a journey of civilization, so I can appreciate the beauty of Jiangnan. In the ancient village of Xiashan, ancient buildings and streets make people feel the changes of years and the accumulation of history in a trance. In the peach rhyme of Jinxi, they once again praised the ingenuity of nature and the exquisite scenery of Jiangnan. Beautiful mountains and rivers, rich cultural atmosphere are gathered in this land, making people linger.