“The Ancient Town by the Falling Waters”

#chinatravel Iconic Icon — The Old City of Furong Village The old city of Furong Village (Hibiscus Town) is iconic for its rare blend of ancient Tujia ethnic culture, centuries-old stilted wooden houses, and the dramatic waterfall that flows right through the heart of the village. This old town sits on a rocky cliff above the Mengdong River, with narrow stone-paved lanes, traditional wooden buildings hanging over the river, and old gates and watchtowers that tell its 2,000-year history. The biggest highlight is how daily life — market stalls, guesthouses, and Tujia folk music — still happens right beside the roaring waterfall, which pours down almost like a natural stage. At night, red lanterns light up the old streets and the falls glow under spotlights, turning the whole village into a magical old-world scene — a living piece of history surrounded by nature’s beauty.