[2025 Jingning Attraction] Travel Guide for Yunzhongdaji (Updated Oct)

Yunzhong Daji is located in the south-central part of Jingning She Autonomous County, Lishui City, Zhejiang Province, at an altitude of about 1030 meters. It is a national 4A-level scenic area integrating natural scenery, cultural relics, and She ethnic culture, known as the "Peach Blossom Land in the Clouds" and the "Real-life Wizard of Oz." The ancient building Shisi Temple was built in the 10th year of Shaoxing in the Southern Song Dynasty (1140). It is a national key cultural protection unit, featuring architecture from the Song, Ming, and Qing dynasties coexisting, and the integration of Confucianism, Buddhism, and Taoism. It has no monks or fires, serene like a "real-life Lanruo Temple." The ancient Mei Family Ancestral Hall, built during the Wanli period of the Ming Dynasty, is a family ancestral hall using the "reduced column method" to create a spacious hall with distinct local characteristics. The ancient bridges Huguan Bridge and Hu Bridge are Ming and Qing dynasty layered beam wooden arch corridor bridges, with Huguan Bridge featuring a three-story "bridge house" structure and designated as a national protection unit. The natural Xuehuaji Waterfall is one of Zhejiang Green Valley's top ten scenic spots. The 70-meter waterfall is most spectacular before 8:00 AM when the reservoir releases water daily, and after 8:00 AM it becomes an "artificially controlled waterfall." The ancient tree, the King Cedar, is over 1500 years old and one of the tallest and largest cedars in Asia, with a canopy that covers the sky. The terraced fields of Xiaozuo are 6 km from Daji and are known as the "Number One Terraced Fields in Jiangnan," with different scenery in each season. Tickets: Free admission. If you want to visit Shisi Temple and Xuehuaji Waterfall, an adult ticket costs 40 yuan. Opening hours: Open all day; Shisi Temple and Xuehuaji Waterfall are open from 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM.

Traveling should be about exploring the province, with a fairy wife and a precious child at home. I am Summer Dad, who loves sharing family travel tips. These days I have been sharing travel guides for Lingshui, Hainan. Many friends think Hainan is a bit far. For National Day, if you want to travel around Jiangsu, Zhejiang, and Shanghai, today I will recommend this hidden gem in southern Zhejiang—Jingning, Lishui. 🚗 Last holiday, I took my child to hide in the She ethnic minority town of Jingning in southern Zhejiang, with ancient villages shrouded in mist, terraced tea mountains, intangible cultural heritage crafts, and wild mountain hiking. Few people, beautiful scenery, low prices, and an immersive ethnic experience for kids! Here is a 3-day, 2-night off-the-beaten-path itinerary plus a comprehensive family travel guide👇 📍Jingning She Autonomous County, Lishui City, Zhejiang Province Day 1⃣️ Check in at Nayun · Sky City on the Cliff, experience the family hotel’s rich children’s activities, and soak in a hot spring. Day 2⃣️ Visit She Ethnic Window and Dajun Ancient Town, wear traditional She costumes to experience local culture, and enjoy rafting. Day 3⃣️ Visit Shisi Temple to see the thousand-year-old ancient village and explore Yunzhong Daji to breathe fresh air. 🌿 Yunzhong Daji · The real-life Wizard of Oz ✔️ Take the kids to explore the thousand-year-old village: a 1500-year-old king cedar tree with a canopy that covers the sky, and the wooden architecture aesthetics of Song Dynasty Shisi Temple are stunning. ✔️ Snowflake Daji hike: follow moss-covered stone steps upstream, with a hundred-meter waterfall creating a rainbow—super dreamy. 🌸 In-depth She Ethnic Culture Tour ✔️ She Ethnic Window: go to Dajun Ancient Town, see the lush Song camphor trees, enjoy the She ethnic landscape during rafting, and experience the joy of cascading waterfalls. ✔️ China She Ethnic Museum: wear phoenix costumes with colorful ribbons, learn She language mountain songs, and challenge the whole family to bamboo pole dancing! 📌【Tips】 1⃣️ During National Day, it is recommended to rent a car or drive yourself; attractions are scattered but roads are good. 2⃣️ The mountain temperature varies greatly; prepare windproof jackets and mosquito repellent for children. Compared to popular scenic spots, Jingning feels more like a paradise. My son listened to the wind with his mom under ancient trees in the village and played with stones and water under the hundred-meter waterfall. Touching the heartbeat of thousand-year-old culture with your own hands—perhaps this is the most precious meaning of family travel. For more family travel and kid-friendly guides, check out my note collection on my homepage.

Discover the hidden Shisi Temple nestled deep in the mountains of Lishui with this niche route recommendation for heritage lovers! 🏯 📍Driving Tips: Navigate to "Shisi Temple," but be warned—the final 1.5-hour mountain road will test your driving skills! 🚗💨 • Sharp curves + narrow lanes • Not recommended for novice drivers But trust me, the thrill is absolutely worth it! ✨ 🌟Temple Highlights: • While the architecture and restoration work may be slightly disappointing 😔 • The temple's rustic, timeworn charm is unparalleled! • Every mossy brick whispers tales of a thousand years • Every corner is incredibly photogenic 📸 📷Photo Tip: Best lighting between 1-3 PM—the textured temple walls look stunning in photos. Add a vintage filter for magazine-worthy shots! 💫 🧳Travel Advice: 1. Wear comfortable flats (the stone paths are uneven) 2. Bring enough water (limited amenities nearby) 3. Prepare for bugs (lush vegetation surrounds the temple) Though imperfect, this raw historicity is precisely its charm. Seeking forgotten corners of time is what we heritage lovers live for! 🌸

Today, I’m sharing a little-known city in Zhejiang that you probably haven’t even heard of. ✔️ About Jingning Officially known as Jingning She Autonomous County, it is Zhejiang’s only ethnic minority autonomous county. Although there aren’t many “pristine” scenic spots, whether it’s the ancient mountain village bridges or the rocky streams in the canyons, adventurous travelers will find plenty to satisfy their spirit of exploration🏃‍♀️. What to do in Jingning❓ 📍 China She Ethnic Museum The museum is quite large, housing over 1,800 items including She ethnic costumes, daily life tools, documents, and ritual objects, giving you a tangible understanding of the She people. 💰 Free 📍 Yunzong Daji Daji is located in a high mountain basin at an altitude of 1,030 meters. 🌿 Here stands a 1,500-year-old king of Chinese cedar trees. There’s the charming Xiaozuogu Village with its pastoral terraced fields, the Song Dynasty-era Sisi Temple, and the hundred-meter-high cliff waterfall called Xuehuaji. 💰 40 RMB/person 📍 Window to the She Homeland This is also a She ethnic village, but compared to Yunzong Daji, there are fewer activities here. The village is surrounded by mountains and water, and there’s an old street perfect for strolling and exploring. 💰 20 RMB/person 📍 She Ancient Town The stone building ancient town perfectly blends with the Jiangnan water town style. You can wear exquisite and beautiful She costumes while walking the old streets and taking photos. 💰 20 RMB/person 📍 Dajun Ancient Street 📹 Filming location for the show "Running Man," this famous She ethnic style street has a much stronger She cultural atmosphere than the county town and features She ethnic performances. 💰 Free 🥘 What to eat in Jingning? ✔️ She Family’s Ten Bowls, Yingchuan Rice Noodles, Black Rice, Foreman’s Big Meat, She Lady’s Bamboo Shoot Stew, Wine Lees She Ginseng, Thousand Gorge Fish Head, Golden Needle Mushrooms, Tofu Lady ✔️ Recommended restaurants: Yijiangnan, Shexiang Snacks, Shesen Mountain, Red Lantern, Immortal Island Where to stay in Jingning❓ ▪️ Choose the Sky City on the cliff of Nayun ▪️ Choose hotels in the county town ▪️ Choose homestays in the villages 🚌 How to get to Jingning ▪️ First arrive at Lishui High-Speed Rail Station, then transfer to a bus to Jingning, 29 RMB/person, 1.5 hours ▪️ Self-driving is more recommended Some photos by Lizi Boar Go Follow them!!! For more interesting content, follow Manwan Travel

📍Detailed Address: 🏞️"Just 2h by high-speed train from Hangzhou! This severely underrated small city in Zhejiang hides the thousand-year-old She ethnic minority realm and cloud-wrapped terraces that even 'China National Geographic' recommends! Strategy guide provided, save it now!" 🚗 【Itinerary】2 Days 1 Night Essential Version Day 1: Immerse in She Ethnic Culture ✅ Morning: She Culture Window (Dajun Ancient Town) 🎉Put on She ethnic clothing and be a "mountain person" for a day, check out wedding performances on the ancient street, and take ethnic-style photos! 🎉Hidden activity: Learn She folk songs from local grandmas, you might even score free black rice! ✅ Afternoon: Yunzhong Dajian·Shisi Temple 🎉1500-year-old Song Dynasty ancient temple + thousand-year-old Chinese cedar king, misty surroundings like a fairyland! Wear Hanfu for photos and become a wuxia protagonist. 🎉Foodies note: Must try Dajian highland water bamboo, its sweetness will revolutionize your perception! ✅ Evening: Stay at a She village homestay 👉Recommend "Na Yun Hot Spring Resort" or "She Family Courtyard," soak in hot springs, stargaze, and experience true mountain healing. Day 2: Natural Wonder Exploration ✅ Early Morning: Chimu Mountain Sea of Clouds at Sunrise 🌄Worth waking up at 5AM! When clouds blanket the terraces, you'll understand the meaning of "paradise on earth" (drone shots are even more spectacular). ✅ Morning: China She Ethnic Museum 👉Free admission! Quickly learn about She history; silver crafts and colorful ribbons showcase eye-opening intangible cultural heritage. ✅ Afternoon: Jiulong Mountain Geopark 🏞️Volcanic rock waterfalls + primitive forest, easy hiking routes suitable even for family trips. 🍲Food Recommendations: 🍜 【Must-Try Cuisine】Foodie radar activated! 🍚She Family Ten Bowls: Black rice, tofu niang, huang jing phoenix chicken... sour, spicy, fresh and appetizing! 🥗Street snacks: Yingchuan rice noodle sheets (add chili sauce), Jingning rice cakes (freshly made are the most glutinous). 🍅Bonus: The ancient town winery's "red yeast rice wine" is sweet but potent, be careful not to drink too much! 📸 【Photo Spots】Must-save for photography enthusiasts 1. Dajun Ancient Street: She ethnic costumes + old architecture, full of ethnic vibes. 2. Chimu Mountain Viewing Platform: Sea of clouds + windmills, your social media posts will get tons of questions. 3. Shisi Temple Ancient Trees: Look up at the giant cedar for instant forest-themed photos. 💡 【Tips to Avoid Pitfalls】 ⚠️ Jingning has many mountain roads; if self-driving, an SUV is recommended. Drive cautiously in rainy weather. ⚠️ She ethnic festivals (like "March 3rd") are crowded but atmospheric, book accommodations in advance! ⚠️ Best viewing periods for terraces: May-June (irrigation period) and October (rice wave season).

A thousand-year-old temple hidden in deep mountains drew me to travel 500 kilometers twice. The moment I stepped into Sisi Temple, it felt like crossing through a portal in time. Outside the gate lies the bustling world, but inside, lush greenery and tranquility reign, with a millennium of history settled within. An Ancient Paradise Hidden in Mountains Sisi Temple is embraced by rolling mountains and surrounded by towering ancient trees. The Muhe Stream flows gently past the temple, forming a magnificent waterfall at the cliff. Today, there are no longer monks coming and going, nor wisps of smoke rising, only ancient buildings and traces of time remain. Past the Huguan Bridge and up the stone steps, ancient Chinese junipers stand before the temple gate. As you enter, time seems to freeze. Walking along earthen walls and stone paths, deep moss covers the courtyard while ancient buildings stand silently. The poetic scene of "moss greening the steps, grass colors seeping through curtains" slowly unfolds. Most of the time, only my footsteps echo in the temple - that sense of emptiness and solitude is hard to comprehend without experiencing it firsthand. The Ultimate Song Dynasty Aesthetics Built in the Southern Song Dynasty, Sisi Temple features a series of structures including the mountain gate, bell tower, main hall, Sanqing Hall, Maxian Palace, and Mei Family Ancestral Hall. The main hall, built during the Yuan Dynasty's Zhizheng period, maintains its double-eaved xieshan roof structure from the Yuan reconstruction despite Ming and Qing renovations, preserving the Southern Song wooden architecture style. The three-bay main hall is a quintessential example of southern temple architecture. The three-story bell tower beside it rises gracefully, tapering at each level. The ceiling features exquisite paintings, and though built in the Ming Dynasty, it maintains an ancient style with a well-balanced layout, like a three-dimensional Song painting. On the left of the main hall, the Qing Dynasty's Sanqing Hall retains only its pillars and beam framework, with doors, windows, and walls destroyed by fire, yet possesses a unique beauty in its incompleteness. Many visitors are drawn to Sisi Temple's unique atmosphere, even mistaking all its wooden structures for Song Dynasty relics. Compared to Ningbo's Baoguo Temple, the oldest wooden structure in the Yangtze Delta, Sisi Temple's ancient and serene ambiance is equally impressive. Travel Tips 1. Tickets and Transportation: Sisi Temple is located in Yunzhong Dajian Scenic Area, Jingning She Autonomous County, Lishui, Zhejiang. Admission is CNY 40. Driving or hiring a car is recommended, or you can take a direct bus from Jingning. 2. Best Time to Visit: Spring brings lush greenery while fall offers colorful foliage. These seasons enhance the temple's ancient charm. 3. Accommodation: Many guesthouses are available in the scenic area. Staying overnight is recommended. The morning sunlight on the ancient temple is breathtaking, and the evening offers undisturbed serenity. 4. Nearby Attractions: En route to Sisi Temple, you'll pass through peaceful She ethnic villages. Across from the village stands an ancient covered bridge, definitely worth visiting.

Lishui is truly a treasure trove! Besides Songyang and Jinyun, I also found a hidden gem of a thousand-year-old temple ⛩️ in Jingning. If I hadn't seen it with my own eyes, I would have thought it was CGI‼️ Fallen ancient trees lay across the road, as if the next second I would travel through time. 📍Xiandu Scenic Area, Jinyun County, Lishui, Zhejiang 🚄Take the high-speed train to "Jinyun West Station," then a taxi for about 20 minutes. 🚗About a 2.5-hour drive from Hangzhou. . ✔️Recommended Spots ▪️Xingyun Courtyard The main filming location for "The Legend of Shen Li." Most of Xingyun and Shen Li's scenes in the mortal world were filmed here. The courtyard is located below Dinghufeng Peak, built by the lake. The scenery is truly stunning~ (Jinyun County, Lishui, Zhejiang) [Yanxia Stone Village] One of the largest stone-dwelling ancient villages in Zhejiang Province, once named one of "The Five Most Beautiful Ancient Villages in Zhejiang" by *China National Geographic*. Surrounded by mountains and bamboo forests, with stone houses, stone bridges, stone paths... it's like stepping into an ancient stone castle forgotten by time. 📷 The space is perfect for taking photos. Every angle is a masterpiece. Sunny days are recommended. 🏝 Nearby: The bookstore is located in the Xiandu National 5A Scenic Area. Next to Xiao Chibi and Dinghufeng Peak. About a ten-minute walk away. ⛩️Location > Shisi Temple 📍Address > Xier Village, Daji Township, Jingning She Autonomous County 🚗Transportation > Self-driving is recommended, as the mountain roads are narrow. ⏰Hours > Opens at 8:00 am Lishui is truly a treasure of a tourist city. Songyang and Jinyun are also great for spring and summer trips, especially on rainy days when the area is shrouded in mist, living up to its name of "Fairyland." . A complete Lishui travel guide will be updated later👍.

Hidden deep in the mountains of southern Zhejiang, Shisi Temple is a whisper between time and architecture, a poem of nature and humanity intertwined. Through the eyes of an architect, its structure reveals its essence, and through the pen of a writer, its soul is brought to life. Its core attractions can be summarized as: the Song and Yuan legacy of its wooden structures, the Zen-like dwelling amidst the landscape, and the human epic of the clan. I. Song and Yuan Legacy: A Living Fossil of Jiangnan Architecture Core Attraction: The Grand Hall of Shisi Temple is a rare surviving example of Yuan Dynasty wooden architecture in Jiangnan, alongside Yanfu Temple in Wuyi and Tianning Temple in Jinhua, forming the three great Yuan Dynasty wooden structures of Zhejiang. Although its style dates back to the 16th year of the Zhizheng reign of the Yuan Dynasty (1356), it carries the deep-rooted legacy of the Song Dynasty's *Yingzao Fashi* (Building Standards). What makes it so remarkable? There are three main aspects: The True Ang of Dougong: The dougong (interlocking wooden brackets) of the main hall are built with "true ang" as the core. The ang (bracket arm) is slender and sword-like, with high-rising edges, leveraging its strength to support the eaves, showcasing the mechanical wisdom of Song and Yuan wooden structures. This technique was gradually replaced by "false ang" in the Ming Dynasty, but Shisi Temple, with its Yuan Dynasty origins, continues the legacy of the Northern Song Dynasty. The Mystery of the Zaojing: The octagonal zaojing (ceiling) hangs from the top of the hall, resembling a star-studded sky. Its geometric rhythm, interwoven with mortise and tenon joints, echoes the cosmological concept of "a round sky and a square earth." Its structure is inherited from Baoguo Temple in Ningbo, but due to its sheltered location in the mountains, it has not been covered by later colorful paintings, and the natural color of the plain wood enhances its ancient charm. The Ingenuity of Reduced Columns: The Baoben Hall of the Mei Clan Ancestral Hall uses the "reduced column method" to create an open space. A single tie beam spans three bays, seemingly supporting the roof with an invisible hand. This technique originated from Fujian craftsmen but took root in the mountainous region of southern Zhejiang, becoming a testament to the fusion of regional architecture. II. Zen Dwelling: A Time-Space Fold in a Misty Peach Blossom Spring Core Attraction: The Huguan Bridge in front of the temple and the thousand-year-old Chinese fir king form a feng shui pattern of "water mouth lock and key," weaving the temple, ancestral hall, village, and flowing water into a secluded picture scroll of "Yunzhong Dazhui." III. Clan Epic: A Thousand-Year Echo of Filial Piety and Craftsmanship Core Attraction: Shisi Temple originated from a thatched hut where Mei Yuanyuan, a filial child of the Southern Song Dynasty, guarded his grandfather's tomb. It later evolved into a complex of Buddhist and Taoist faiths and ancestral halls, a cultural specimen of the trinity of "family temple - monastery - ancestral hall." What makes it so profound? There are three main aspects: The Filial Child's Perseverance: In the 10th year of the Shaoxing reign of the Southern Song Dynasty (1140), six-year-old Mei Yuanyuan guarded his grandfather's tomb for three years. Emperor Gaozong of Song honored him as a "filial child" and bestowed the name "Shisi Yuan." An act of filial piety in a hut became the origin of a thousand-year-old temple, where Confucian ethics quietly blend with the detachment of Buddhism. The Accumulation of Craftsmanship: The temple's architecture spans the Song, Yuan, Ming, and Qing dynasties. The Qing Dynasty carvings in the Maxian Palace, the late Qing Dynasty colorful paintings in the Sanqing Hall, and other details record the evolution of craftsmanship like the rings of a tree. In particular, the "inserted beam construction" technique of the Yuan Dynasty main hall, where the beam ends are directly inserted into the columns, demonstrates the agility of southern wooden structures. The Glory of the Mei Clan: The portraits of nine Jinshi (successful candidates in the imperial examinations) and the plaque of "Martyrs and Heroes" in the ancestral hall demonstrate the dual ideals of a family tradition of farming and studying and loyalty and patriotism. The architecture progresses along the central axis, with each hall higher than the last, symbolizing the family's wish for "generations of rising prosperity." The beauty of Shisi Temple lies not in the splendor of a temple, but in the simple Zen-like charm of "moss marks on the green steps, grass color entering the blue curtains." Its wooden structure is a solidified history book of the Song and Yuan dynasties, its landscape is a flowing poem of time, and its clan is a continuous human gene. If Western architecture is an epic of stone, Shisi Temple is a quiet conversation of wood—with mortise and tenon as punctuation, eaves as rhythm, whispering for a thousand years in the deep mountains, waiting for someone who understands it to push open the door and sit down with time.

Jingning, Zhejiang, is a seriously overlooked destination. Did you know? Zhejiang has an ethnic minority autonomous county, which I had never heard of before! It's Jingning in Lishui, Zhejiang, the only She Autonomous County in China. With its high altitude and beautiful scenery, it is known as the "Little Tibet of Zhejiang." The rolling mountains, babbling streams, ancient villages, and rich ethnic minority customs make it a must-visit. Here's a 2-day, 1-night itinerary for you to save! Itinerary: Day 1: She Ancient Town → Yunzhong Daji → Xiaozuo Village Day 2: Sky City → Dajun Village → Shawan Town Accommodation recommendations: There are many homestays and inns in Yunzhong Daji, or you can stay at the Cloud Resort in Sky City, which is also convenient for driving. Highlights: 1. From Yunzhong Daji to Xiaozuo Village, you can visit the thousand-year-old Shisi Temple, take photos at Xuehuaji Waterfall, and then drive 6 km to Xiaozuo Village, known as the "No. 1 Terrace in Jiangnan." 2. She Ancient Town is a newly built ancient town, also known as Phoenix Ancient Town because the She people love phoenixes. There aren't many people, so put on ethnic costumes and take some photos for a blockbuster feel. 3. Sky City is a resort built in the mountains and valleys. You can buy tickets to visit even if you don't stay there. Taking the small train feels like entering a Hayao Miyazaki anime world. 4. Dajun Village is an ancient village built in the late Tang Dynasty, known as the "Window of She Township." It's very rustic, so don't forget to check in under the "Tang Zhang" tree at the village entrance. 5. From Wutong Township to Shawan Town, self-driving friends can continue along Xinshan Road, where you can enjoy the beautiful mountains and rivers and go fishing and camping.

Clouds of Daji, located in the highland basin known as the "Clouds of Peach Blossom Land," with green peaks on both sides, streams rushing out of the gorge, rushing down the hundred-meter cliff, and the sound shaking the valley. "The Milky Way pours down the white clouds, the thunder and lightning snow rolls" is the best description of its steep cliffs and snow-like waterfalls. "Mountains in the clouds," "cliffs by the mountains," "water on the cliffs," every inch of this place is full of blooming tension.

Choosing the right time to travel is important. Travel to Jingning during off-peak season|||I prefer Jingning at this time of year, when it is less crowded and more peaceful. You can enjoy the view of the moon from the balcony of Sisi Temple, or take a walk in the rain in Dongnong Garden.🌾 · This trip includes Yunzhong Daji, where Sisi Temple is located, Dajun Ancient Street, and Shexiang Ancient City. The trip takes about two days and one night.🚌 1️⃣ Arrive at Yunzhong Daji at noon on the first day. Buy a ticket package and visit Xuehuaji Waterfall (not the whole route). Then visit Sisi Temple. After dinner, return to Yunhe Shuian B&B near Dajun Ancient Street. The B&B is cost-effective during the off-peak season. Enjoy the rural life and find yourself here.🛏️ 2️⃣ Wake up naturally on the second day. After breakfast, visit Dajun Ancient Street. The street is small, and is mainly for taking photos. There are also interactive activities for She ethnic group wedding customs. For lunch, you can choose Yijiangnan in Shexiang Ancient City. Then visit the ancient city and return.🥘 · ⚠️The biggest advantage of traveling during off-peak season is that there are fewer people, and accommodation and transportation (flights) are much cheaper. You can enjoy the trip at your own pace. ⚠️It is recommended to drive to Jingning. If you don't have a driver's license, you can also take a bus (between Jingning downtown and Yunzhong Daji, passing by Dajun Ancient Street).

Yunzhong Daji, Jingning, Zhejiang Daji Scenic Area is located more than 40 km from Jingning County, at an altitude of 1,600 meters. The rolling hills, idyllic villages, and steep mountains surrounding the area make it a beautiful place to visit. The mountains are so steep that they are said to reach the sky, and the area is known as "Santoutian" (Three Skies). The scenic area is home to a 100-meter-high waterfall that resembles snowflakes, hence the name "Xuedaji" (Snow Daji). The waterfall is majestic and thunderous. The area is also home to ancient buildings, such as the Shisi Temple, which was built in the 10th year of the Shaoxing period of the Song Dynasty. Next to the temple is a thousand-year-old Chinese cedar tree with a diameter of 4.47 meters. The area is also a filming location for the movie "The Monkey King 3."

The Mei Clan Ancestral Hall in Jingning is located in Dacu Township, Jingning She Autonomous County, Lishui City, Zhejiang Province. It is a family ancestral hall built during the Wanli period of the Ming Dynasty, with a profound historical and cultural heritage. Here is a travel guide: Transportation Guide: Bus: There are four buses from Jingning to Dacu every day, at 8:10, 9:35, 12:25 and 14:40. There are four buses from Dacu to Jingning every day, at 6:30, 9:30 and 12:30, 15:00. Self-driving: Drive along Provincial Highway 52 from Jingning. After reaching Baihe, turn right. There are signs for Yunzhong Dacu along the way. The mountain road takes about 40 minutes. Ticket Price: The entrance ticket to Yunzhong Dacu Scenic Area is 60 yuan. Opening Hours: Open from 8:30 to 17:00. Tourist Season: All year round, but each season has different natural scenery. Main Attractions: In addition to the Mei Clan Ancestral Hall, you can also visit the Shi Si Temple, the Huguan Bridge, and the Hu Bridge. The Xuehua Tan Waterfall is also a natural landscape not to be missed. Accommodation Recommendation: There are guesthouses in Dacu Village, where you can experience the local She culture. Dining Recommendation: You can try the local She cuisine. Cultural Experience: You can participate in local She cultural activities and experience She traditional wedding customs. Precautions: As the Mei Clan Ancestral Hall is located in a mountainous area, please pay attention to safety, especially during the rainy season. Nearby Attractions: You can combine your visit with the Yunzhong Dacu Forest Park and the Caoyu Pond Forest Park. Travel Tips: Please respect local customs and protect historical relics. With the above information, you can plan a fulfilling trip to the Mei Clan Ancestral Hall in Jingning.

The "Yunzhong Daji - Shisi Temple" in Jingning County, Lishui, Zhejiang, is located in Jingning She Autonomous County, Lishui. The entrance fee is 40 yuan. Due to inconvenient transportation, it is recommended to drive there. There are many mountain roads, so please be careful. To this day, there is not a single Buddha statue or scripture. More historical relics are stored in the Mei Family Ancestral Hall on the right. However, the thousand-year-old Chinese cedar is still lush, and the crabapple flowers bloom every year in front of the gate. There is no incense burner, no prayer strips, and no place for religious artifacts in the courtyard. Even the stone bricks previously laid have been removed. This shows the restraint in cultural relic protection and tourism development here. The rare Song and Yuan dynasty religious architecture itself also makes it particularly unique in Zhejiang and even nationwide. One must visit in person to truly appreciate it. Public transportation: High-speed train to "Lishui" station, then take a bus from Lishui to Jingning County, and a bus from Jingning to Yunzhong Daji. Besides Shisi Temple, the Yunzhong Daji Scenic Area also includes attractions such as Xuehuaji and Xiaozuo Terraces. If you have time, you can visit them all.

After traveling through Jiangsu, Zhejiang, and Shanghai, I finally found a lesser-known, less crowded small town in Zhejiang—'Jingning'. Jingning is located in Lishui City and is the only She Autonomous County in China, offering a rare glimpse of minority culture in Jiangsu and Zhejiang 🏯 The scenery here is stunning, with unique attractions such as Yunzhong Daji, Shisi Temple, and Shexiang Ancient City. Traveling here allows you to avoid the crowds. 🚶 Jingning One-Day Tour Route '📍Shisi Temple→Xuehuaji→Shexiang Ancient City→She Nationality Museum' ⛰️ Must-Visit in Jingning 1️⃣ Shisi Temple 🎫 Ticket: 40r For this thousand-year-old temple in the deep mountains, I traveled hundreds of kilometers to Yunzhong Daji in Jingning. Shisi Temple was built in the Song Dynasty and is considered the most beautiful temple in China. It has no Buddha statues or incense but retains the extremely beautiful and simple architectural style of the Song Dynasty 🎐 Crossing the thousand-year-old cypress tree at the entrance feels like stepping through a time portal, allowing you to converse directly with ancient people. Besides Shisi Temple, the nearby King of Cryptomeria and Xuehuaji Waterfall are also worth visiting, all included in the Yunzhong Daji ticket. 2️⃣ Shexiang Ancient City 🎫 Free Shexiang Ancient City is also known as Phoenix Ancient City. The She people worship the phoenix 🐦‍🔥, and this place is a concentrated display of She architectural style. When I visited, there were almost no tourists, making it a bit deserted. But the She architectural complex, reminiscent of 'Spirited Away,' made it feel very worthwhile. Apart from She architecture, I found the most beautiful spot to be the Millennium Bridge by the river in the ancient city. The distant mountains, mist, river, and ancient bridge resemble a landscape painting ☁️ Shisi Temple and Shexiang Ancient City can each be explored for half a day. If you have more time, you can visit the 📍She Nationality Museum in the county to experience local history and customs, which is very interesting. 🚗 About Transportation & Accommodation Driving can directly reach each attraction. For public transportation, you can refer to: Lishui High-Speed Rail Station➡️Lishui Bus Station➡️Jingning Bus Station 🏨 It is recommended to stay near Jingning Bus Station, where there are many hotels, and transportation and dining are very convenient. I stayed in Jingning for two days and marveled at how Zhejiang hides such a unique small town. It is not commercialized like many other places, making it a true treasure in my heart.

With the arrival of summer and the gradual increase in temperature, many friends have begun to plan their itineraries, looking for a city where they can escape the heat and enjoy the beautiful summer scenery! Especially Mile in Yunnan [with natural beauty such as green mountains and clear waters, sunny beaches, sea of ​​flowers, lakes, etc.], Xiapu in Fujian [famous for its mudflats and many distinctive islands], Neijiang in Sichuan [with rich natural scenery and a long history and culture, and the reputation of "Sweet City"], Meihekou in Jilin [hidden from the world, where you can feel the tranquility and beauty of lakes and mountains], Yushu in Qinghai ["China's Water Tower", "Hometown of Singing and Dancing", "Ancestor of Famous Mountains", "Source of Rivers", "Land of Yaks", etc.] and other destinations are all extremely pleasing to the eye, with few people and beautiful scenery! So the question is, which city should I go to in Zhejiang in summer? Uncle Cricket recommends that everyone come to Lishui. If you want to truly relax, you can come to the hidden secret place deep in Lijiang and play there. It is very comfortable and healing, and very surprising. If you like it, you can come and take a trip! What I want to talk about is the Yunzhong Daliang Scenic Area in Lishui, Zhejiang. Doesn’t the name sound very fairy-like? In fact, "漈" means the edge of the water, and it also means waterfall. "Yunzhongda La" refers to the waterfall at the edge of the clouds. This name makes people imagine something very imaginative! Looking back at history, we found that the Yunzhong Daliang Scenic Area has a great background. It has the Shisi Temple, a national key cultural relic protection unit built in the Southern Song Dynasty, the King of Metasequoia, the oldest tree in Asia with a age of 1,500 years, the Xuehualian, one of the "Top Ten Scenic Spots in Zhejiang Green Valley", and Shangshantou, the highest peak in the area. It has also produced 9 Jinshi and 23 Juren. In particular, the scenic area’s folk culture characteristics such as the “Pig-grabbing Festival”, “Daluo Can”, and “Huagu Opera” have always been the “white moonlight experience” in the minds of tourists. Only after arriving at the scenic spot did I discover that the Yunzhong Daliang Scenic Area is not only beautiful beyond imagination, but also a real "hidden secret place". It has not undergone large-scale tourism development and is home to many local villagers. It retains many traditional folk customs and buildings, as well as ancient villages surrounded by green and various precious ancient trees. They are all very exciting and worth seeing! For those who are visiting for the first time, we suggest you follow the route: Yunzhong Daliang - West Gate - Xuehualian Waterfall - Lingyun Listening to the Waterfall Pavilion - Metasequoia King - Shisi Temple - Lotus Pond - Kuixing Pavilion - Weiling Hall - Christian Church - Huqiao - Rural Film Museum - Caishen Pavilion - Muhe Creek Carp Watching - Panzhai Village/Pengqin Village - Daliang Village - Yunzhong Daliang - West Gate. Along the way, you will pass Dongkeng She Bridge [a stacked-beam wooden arch covered bridge built in the 31st year of Emperor Kangxi's reign], Yeyuan Village Covered Bridge [a local protected bridge] - Daliang Village Hu Bridge [a covered bridge built during the reign of Emperor Kangxi of the Qing Dynasty], and Xiaozuo Yan's Ancestral Hall [occupies the middle of the village, surrounded by stone walls, and still retains its ancient style]. During your visit, don’t miss the Shisi Temple and waterfalls, among which; Shisi Temple, with its towering ancient trees, long history, elegant architecture and beautiful scenery, is an ancient temple in the south of the Yangtze River that has been beautiful for more than 1,500 years. It is a low-key and authentic ancient architectural relic. Although there are no monks, no fire and no offerings, it is extremely joyful, like a dream in life, detached from the world. Yunzhong Daliang Waterfall, enter from the ticket gate and walk downwards. It takes about ten minutes without taking photos to reach the main body of the "Snow Flower Waterfall", which is the lowest point. If you walk forward and upwards, you can see the Rulai Palm Observation Deck. If you continue to walk upwards, the next attraction is the Guanying Tomb of Yanglanzhai. Then walk downwards through the forest bathing path and return to the ticket gate. The stairs are quite steep and it takes about 45 minutes. It should be noted that the reservoir of "Xuehua Waterfall" releases water before 8 o'clock every morning. After 8 o'clock, the "true appearance" of Xuehua Waterfall can no longer be seen, and it becomes an "artificially controllable waterfall". When you are tired of shopping, be sure to try the local specialties, such as the novel edamame and tofu dregs, yellow fried rice cakes, fragrant spare ribs, fresh local bamboo shoots, and delicious scrambled eggs with onions. They are very delicious! Tips for visiting Zhejiang Yunzhong Daliang Scenic Area: The ticket price is 40 yuan. It is located in Jingning Daliang Township, Jingning She Autonomous County, Lishui City, Zhejiang Province. Self-driving and chartered tours are recommended. Friends who come to visit, please note that the Yunzhong Daliang Scenic Area is a 4A scenic area, with an ancient village (there is a river running through the village), ancient trees (King Metasequoia), ancient temples (Shisi Temple), drum towers, ancient covered bridges (one of which is a national protected site), terraced fields, etc. Because you have to go through eighteen bends in the mountain road, transportation is not very convenient, so pay more attention when driving! This article is original by the author "Uncle Cricket Loves Traveling" and may not be reproduced or plagiarized without permission. Violators will be held accountable! For more fun, free and novel attractions with food, drink and entertainment guides, please follow "Uncle Cricket Loves Traveling"! You are so beautiful, don’t forget to like the article at the end, it can help you make travel plans! Have you ever been to this attraction? Welcome to leave a message to communicate and discuss!

Perhaps because the halo of "the last secret place in Jiangnan" is too dazzling, few people pay attention to Jingning, which is close to Songyang. This is the only She Autonomous County in China and is known as the Little Tibet in Zhejiang. Jingning's landforms are mainly river valleys cutting through mountains, with gullies and peaks, creating many beautiful mountains and valleys. Daliang Township is one of them. If you want to appreciate the beauty of Jingning, Daliang Township is a must-see. - Dalian Township is located in a high mountain basin with an altitude of more than 1,000 meters. It is surrounded by steep mountains and is remote and secluded. Dalian in the Clouds sounds like a fairy-like name. In fact, it is indeed so. It is known as the "Utopia in the Clouds". - ✅Xiaozuo Ancient Village It is known as the "First Terraced Field in Jiangnan". Most of the villagers are surnamed Yan. The ancient village is very simple, and the small bridges and flowing water show the poetic charm of Jiangnan. Free admission. ✅Shisi Temple Built in the Song Dynasty, it was originally a tomb. According to legend, a 16-year-old boy lived in the tomb for three years to guard his grandfather's tomb. The emperor Song Gaozong was deeply moved when he heard about it and named the tomb "Shisiyuan". 🎫Tickets are required. ✅Land of Cryptomeria There is a 1,500-year-old towering tree on the east slope in front of the Shisi Temple. It is 47 meters high and is the largest and oldest tree in the world. It is called the "Land of Cryptomeria". Its trunk is old and strong. It was struck by lightning and lost most of its trunk. Now it is only 28 meters. You can watch from a distance or buy a ticket to visit up close. ✅Xiaowha Waterfall: A waterfall from a cliff as high as 100 meters, sloping down and hitting the rocks to form countless white water splashes, floating like snowflakes, hence the name Xuehua Waterfall. "The Milky Way pours down into the white clouds, and the lightning and thunder roar and the snow rolls in balls" is a description of its magnificence. 🎫Tickets are 40 yuan. ✅Go up the mountain: The main peak is 1,689 meters above sea level. It is the highest peak in Jingning and a good place to climb and enjoy the rhododendrons. - 🚙: It is recommended to drive by yourself. It is about 50 kilometers away from Jingning City, and the mountain road is winding. Out-of-town individual tourists can take the high-speed rail to Lishui and then rent a car to go there. 🚌: The most economical transportation is to take the high-speed rail to Lishui Station, and then take the bus from Lishui to Jingning. There are many buses, and then take the bus to Daliang in Jingning. There are three buses a day. The departure times for Jingning are 8:10, 12:25 and 14:10, and the departure times for Daliang are 6:40, 9:40 and 12:40. The fare is 11.5 yuan. 🏠: There are many farmhouse homestays in Xiaozao Village, which are simple and natural, and very comfortable to live in.

Clouds Over Daji · Shisi Temple. The mountains are silent and the clouds are deep, searching for a piece of tranquility hidden in the deep mountains. Coming to an extremely niche place, Jingning is sparsely populated, and even fewer people are at Shisi Temple. Here comes the no-nonsense guide. Take the high-speed train to Lishui Station. Right outside the high-speed train station is the Lishui Bus Terminal. Buy a bus ticket directly to Jingning. The journey takes 1-1.5h. Shisi Temple is located deep in the mountains of Jingning. You can either drive or take the bus to Shisi Temple. For accommodation, it is recommended to stay in the town of Jingning. Choose a bus near Jingning Bus Terminal to Shisi Temple, heading towards Daji. There are buses at 8:10, 12:25, and 14:10, with the journey taking 1.5-2h. Shisi Temple and Clouds Over Daji have a joint ticket for 40 yuan. The ticket office is at the gate of Shisi Temple. Since Shisi Temple and Clouds Over Daji are not together, keep your ticket after leaving Shisi Temple as you will need it for the next site. Inside Shisi Temple, there is a thousand-year-old Cryptomeria tree, the oldest Thuja. The temple is empty, with no Buddha statues or incense, offering a rare tranquility. Next to it is the Mei family ancestral hall, with the ancestors of the Mei family still placed in the main hall. Shisi Temple was also the location for this year's Lululemon Spring Festival advertisement, featuring Michelle Yeoh and Wing Chun dancers. Leaving Shisi Temple for Clouds Over Daji, there is a large expanse of rice fields between the two attractions, which is particularly pleasing to the eye. Walking on the path beside the rice fields, with fine rain falling from the sky and looking at the mist winding through the distant mountains, it feels like a paradise. Due to its location deep in the mountains, there are few tourists. Take the bus back to the county town from the mountain. There are buses at twelve o'clock and three o'clock, with the last bus at three o'clock. It's rare to find a place with few people and beautiful scenery during the May Day holiday. Next door, Yunhe Terraces are crowded with people, but here it is serene and peaceful. If you come to Lishui and want to recuperate, why not try walking in the rain in search of spring and take a deep breath in the forest?

📍Location: Sishi Temple in Yunzhong Dajiu 📍Positioning: Xiyi Village, Dajiu Township, Jingning She Autonomous County, Lishui City 🚗Travel: There is an hour's mountain road, which is not easy to travel, it is recommended to drive there during the day (except for experienced drivers) 🈺Time: 9 am - 6 pm (subject to the scenic area on the day) Stepping into Sishi Temple is like entering a world beyond the mundane. The ancient architectural complex stands quietly, with each brick and tile bearing a thousand years of history. The wind blows, the bells at the eaves sway gently, making a crisp and pleasant sound, as if telling ancient legends. ✅Travel Tips: Route: Sishi Temple - Yunzhong Dajiu (It is recommended to buy a joint ticket for 40 yuan) Accommodation: The village where Sishi Temple is located has a very beautiful environment. Many locals have converted old houses into homestays, and it is recommended to stay for one night. Restaurants: There are restaurants in the village, all using local ingredients. The food is especially fresh, tastes good, and is not expensive! The shopkeepers are quite Buddhist, and they close after 4 pm, so it's best to prepare some dry food in advance Photography: The temple is not big, but very photogenic. Especially on rainy days, Sishi Temple is truly an ideal world for humans! ✅Best Travel Time: March-June, September-November Sishi Temple is not only an ancient temple but also a place where people can find peace of mind. Here, you can let go of the troubles of the world and quietly feel the tranquility and peace. It's as if opening this door is like returning to the Southern Song Dynasty in 1140!

I was sick during the first half of the National Day holiday. 😷 When I recovered, there were only two days left of the holiday, so I had to seize the opportunity🦾. I got up in the morning, packed my luggage quickly and left🚀. I really regret not bringing the sweatshirt and cardigan I had taken out. The temperature in the mountains was very low❄. When I woke up in the morning, it was only 13 degrees outside. Fortunately, when I took the umbrella, I found a pack of hot packs in the trunk, hahaha, and I used them all up 🔥🔥🔥. Yunzhong Daliang is still relatively unpopular, and there were not many tourists during the National Day holiday 🚶‍♂🚶‍♀. It is a real countryside 🌾, and farm stays are all provided in other people’s houses 🏡. You can eat whatever is available 🍽, and there are not many nighttime activities 🌙. After dinner at around 6 o’clock, it was already dark 🌚, so we went back to the hotel and went to bed early 😴. What a healthy life 💪. Shisi Temple + Xuehua Waterfall, there are not many attractions, and it is easy for family travel 😊👨‍👩‍👧‍👦.

I drove more than 400 kilometers just to take a look at the Yunzhong Dajie and Shisi Temple built in the Yuan Dynasty!! Shisi Temple is located in Dajie Township, Jingning She Autonomous County, Zhejiang Province Here are 1500-year-old ancient fir trees, here is the historic Shisi Temple! Here is the Mei Family Ancestral Hall that was built without a nail or rivet and does not form spider webs all year round!! Here are large areas of ancient trees and forests! Here is the snowflake waterfall that pours down! It took us about two hours from the Window of She Township to Yunzhong Dajie. The main reason is that the road is always mountainous and particularly narrow, so we drove very slowly. However, the houses of the She nationality we saw along the way were very distinctive. It's quite interesting to shuttle back and forth in the middle of the minority villages! The ticket is 40 yuan, including the Shisi Temple scenic spot, and the two scenic spots are about 800 meters apart! The village is really super clean. This is the first time I have seen all the fish in a village river are koi, and the river water is clear to the bottom! Ducks walk around in the water, they don't disturb each other, it's particularly harmonious! Shisi Temple is a Yuan Dynasty building with dense vegetation around it. It is not only a temple, but a group of ancient buildings located in the deep mountains, including the Daxiong Treasure Hall, Sanqing Hall, Ma Xian Palace, Mei Family Ancestral Hall, etc. However, most of the things inside have been moved away now! There is a record of the construction process of the Mei Family Ancestral Hall inside, which is very interesting. If you go there, you can take a look! This is a building without a nail. Especially in the rainy Jiangsu and Zhejiang regions, it still stands tall today despite the wind and rain. The wisdom of the ancients is really admirable! The Snowflake Waterfall is 800 meters down from the Shisi Temple. The treasures can go straight down to the bottom of the waterfall all the way. It is possible to go around and return! But be careful if you can't climb the mountain, it is recommended to return the same way! Although going around can return to the original point, they are all very straight uphill steps! Be cautious! Then if you don't go back, go down the road from the old tree sign at the fork, don't go down from the visitor center! Going down from the old tree sign is directly to the starting point of your scenic spot, you can walk a lot less! You don't need to go back, the scenery is really beautiful! It's very suitable for the treasures who love to climb mountains! There are people selling lemon soda at the scenic spot! It is recommended for the treasures going to Yunzhong Dajie to arrange their time reasonably, because it takes more than five hours to drive back to Hangzhou from Yunzhong Dajie! And the road into Yunzhong Dajie is not easy to drive, you need to drive carefully! But after going in, it's like going into a paradise. Their village is also called Taoyuan Village, which is isolated from the world and romantic. Highly recommended Geographical location: Dajie Township, Jingning She Autonomous County, Lishui City, Zhejiang Province Opening hours: April 1-October 31 8:30-17:30, stop admission at 16:00 November 1-March 31 of the following year 8:30-17:00, stop admission at 16:00

Yunzhong Daliang, located in Daliang Township, Jingning She Autonomous County, Lishui City, Zhejiang Province, is a tourist destination integrating landform landscape, rural scenery, ancient buildings and alpine agriculture. The scenic area has undulating hills and pleasant rural villages. It is surrounded by mountains and filled with mist, and is known as the "Paradise in the Clouds". The ticket price for the attraction is 40 yuan, which includes the two attractions of Xuehuaji and Shisi Temple. The two attractions are not far away, 800 meters apart, and you can walk. "漈" means waterfall in Dongyue dialect. Daliang Township is 1,030 meters above sea level and is located in Jingning She Autonomous County. It is a high mountain basin and is rich in high mountain cold water茭白, which is the yellow color in the paddy fields. The Xuehuaji Waterfall is 70 meters high. The scenic area is well-maintained, with benches and swing chairs for people to rest not far away. With towering ancient trees and lush greenery, and the chirping of birds, it must be a great place to escape the heat in the summer. Yew King: The largest tree in Asia with a tree age of 1,500 years The guard bridge at the entrance of the homestay is also very distinctive. It has three floors. The first floor is the Guandi Temple, the second floor is the Wenchang Pavilion, and the third floor is the Kuixing Pavilion. The second and third floors are not open to the public now. Strolling around the village, I saw a film museum and an old man basking in the sun at the door. There is also a land temple, which is quite popular. 📌Tips 1⃣️If you drive on winding mountain roads, it is sometimes difficult to meet other cars, so you need an experienced driver (if you are prone to motion sickness, prepare motion sickness medicine in advance). 2⃣️Because it is located in a mid-high mountain basin at an altitude of 1,030 meters, the average annual temperature is only 13°C, so we remind you to keep warm when you are visiting. It's still cold to sleep at night and I need an electric blanket.