Architecture, Ancestors, and Artistry: The Story of Xidi

#chinatravel 📜 2. A Strong Connection to Huizhou Merchant Culture What makes Xidi special: Xidi was home to wealthy merchant families, especially the Hu family, who prospered during the Ming and Qing dynasties. These merchants were educated in Confucianism and reinvested their wealth into: Building schools and ancestral halls Promoting ethics, education, and art #xidi #china