Wuyuan Xian Gao Ancient City: A Free Summer Escape Guide

Who says Wuyuan is only about rapeseed flowers? The Xian Gao Ancient City in midsummer is the real hidden gem! Fewer crowds, stunning scenery, and free entry! Save this exclusive travel guide now👇 - 🚗 Hassle-Free Transportation Take the high-speed train directly to "Wuyuan Station"! Pro tip: Book a stay at a local guesthouse and enjoy free pick-up and drop-off services! Just a 10-minute ride to the ancient city gate for ultimate convenience ❤ - 🏯 Must-Do Activities in the Ancient City ▫ Morning Stroll: A Journey Through Time At 7 AM, have the entire ancient city to yourself! Walk along the stone-paved streets, admire the white walls and black-tiled roofs bathed in golden morning light, and encounter elderly locals carrying traditional baskets. It feels like stepping into a living version of "Along the River During the Qingming Festival." ▫ Intangible Heritage Crafting: Hands-On Experience At the "Inkstone Carving Workshop," carve your own She Inkstone! With a master craftsman guiding you step by step, feel the cultural essence of Huizhou as your carving knife glides across the stone. Way more fun than staying in an air-conditioned room! ▫ Night Feast Under the Stars: A Magical Boat Ride Head to Wunvzhou Island at dusk—just an 8-minute drive away✨. Hop on a traditional wooden boat and immerse yourself in the live performance "Encounter Wuyuan." With fireworks lighting up the sky and reflecting on the water, the scene is breathtakingly beautiful! - 📸 Top Photo Spots ✅ Hongjing Alley: Perfect for depth shots! Weathered horse-head walls and red lanterns create a stunning perspective. ✅ East Gate Tower: Capture a bird's-eye view of endless black-tiled roofs resembling ink waves. ✅ Guesthouse Rooftop: A private vantage point to enjoy the ancient city illuminated at night. - 🍜 Huizhou Delicacies > "Zhan's Traditional Steamed Cake Shop": Soft and fragrant rice cakes steamed in wooden barrels! > "Cha's Distillery": Ice-cold glutinous rice wine, sweet and refreshing—a perfect summer treat. > Must-try night snack: Tofu Pudding! Silky tofu wrapped in minced shrimp—absolutely delicious! - 🌿 Stay Amidst Poetry and Scenery: Boyun Yinlu ▫ Brew a pot of Wuyuan green tea, relax on a tatami mat, and listen to the cicadas sing. >> Key Benefits << ❶ Just a 10-minute drive to two scenic spots! ❷ Private courtyard for a peaceful stay, with only the sound of frogs at night. - 💡 Summer-Exclusive Tips ✔ Wear Hanfu for morning photos in the ancient city! ✔ Bring mosquito repellent! Tiny bugs may emerge from the stone crevices. ✔ Firework shows every Friday and Saturday at Wunvzhou 🎆 - Community Creation Center Guesthouses Travel Travel Photography