Trip Planner: Asia / China / Anhui / Yi County / Historic Sites / Hongcun Ancient Village

Hongcun Ancient Village, Yi County

(480+ reviews on the web)

Historic Site Tourist Spot

Step back in time and visit the World Heritage Site of Hongcun Ancient Village, a charming village that dates back to the Ming and Qing dynasties. Situated in the foothills of the Yellow Mountain, the tiny settlement is renowned for its well-preserved Anhui architecture and the marvelous arrangement of its houses, bridges, and canals, said to resemble the shape of an ox when viewed from above. Stroll the narrow roads, hang out by the lake, and enjoy the laid-back, peaceful atmosphere, reminiscent of the old China in the distant past. Plan your Hongcun Ancient Village visit and explore what else you can see and do in Yi County using our Yi County vacation route planner.

Create a full Yi County itinerary

Plan your trip to Yi County

Get a personalized plan

A complete day-by-day itinerary
based on your preferences
Customize it

Refine your plan. We'll find the
best routes and schedules
Book it

Choose from the best hotels
and activities. Up to 50% off
Manage it

Everything in one place.
Everyone on the same page.

Related Tours to Book

3-Day Huangshan Mountain Experience from Shanghai by High-Speed Train BOOK WITH VIATOR FROM US$ 925

Plans in Yi County by other users

3 days in Yi County BY A USER FROM MALAYSIA April, popular PREFERENCES: April ATTRACTION STYLE: Popular PACE: Medium 51 days in China BY A USER FROM BULGARIA January, culture, outdoors, beaches, slow & easy, hidden gems PREFERENCES: January, culture, outdoors, beaches ATTRACTION STYLE: Hidden gems PACE: Slow & easy 16 days in China BY A USER FROM BULGARIA November, culture, historic sites, hidden gems PREFERENCES: November, culture, historic sites ATTRACTION STYLE: Hidden gems PACE: Medium 15 days in China BY A USER FROM MALTA May, culture, outdoors, historic sites, fast-paced, hidden gems PREFERENCES: May, culture, outdoors, historic sites ATTRACTION STYLE: Hidden gems PACE: Fast-paced

View more plans

Reviews

TripAdvisor

Kat G

Hongcun village is a small village by yellow mountain. It might look like some ancient villages in china but what best about it is it got character of charm and good vibes. Despite on public holiday t... more »
Pedrochavoya

We visited with friends and it really worth it, very nice constructions, architecture and ancient places. You can find several small stores and places to buy some souvenirs, you may prefer to eat outs... more »
chapwoman1

very well preserved view of ancient village. no english available. many locals trying to sell items. more »