Escape from Jiangsu, Zhejiang and Shanghai - this ancient town in southern Anhui is truly legendary.

Southern Anhui in spring is like an ink-wash landscape painting This time I skipped Huangshan and chose to drive to Xuancheng Unexpectedly unlocking a "Hui-style secret realm" more stunning than imagined Ancient towns, Xuan paper, the "Sichuan-Tibet Line"... every frame is healing scenery ◽️ Chazhi Ancient Town | A quiet, lesser-known time machine 📍Location: Jingxian County, Xuancheng 🌟Highlights: ▫️ Ming and Qing dynasty buildings line the river, with bluestone paths and weathered brick walls bearing traces of time ▫️ Few tourists, perfect for sitting by the stream to daydream, sketch, or take vintage-style portraits with natural storytelling appeal ▫️ Recommended for evening visits! When sunset reflects on the river and wisps of cooking smoke rise, creating a perfect homey atmosphere 📸Photo Tips: ✔️ Wear linen/modern Chinese clothing and shoot atmospheric photos at the "Erjia Shrine" old opera stage ✔️ Capture panoramic views from the ancient bridge at the town entrance - telephoto compression effects are amazing ◽️ Xuan Paper Museum | Where sci-fi meets ancient charm 🏛️Address: Wuxi, Jingxian County ✨Must-visit spots: ▫️ Pure white buildings resembling stacked Xuan paper scrolls, with light filtering through perforated walls - every casual shot looks like a magazine spread ▫️ Experience the "paper scooping" craft inside and make your own Xuan paper (reservation required) ▫️ The rooftop terrace overlooks the Qingyi River, creating a breathtaking frame of mountains, water and architecture 👗Outfit suggestions: Minimalist black and white | Contrasting bright colors (red/Klein blue) both photograph well ◽️ Southern Anhui "Sichuan-Tibet Line" | A paradise for driving enthusiasts 🚗Route: Qinxi Town, Jingxian → Qinglong Township, Ningguo (prime section about 120km) 🌿Must-stop points: ▫️ [Kongkongli Coffee]: A glass house on a cliff edge - order a coffee, sit by the window and watch the mountain mist roll in (arrive before 10am to avoid crowds) ▫️ [Rushan Peak]: The mountaintop observation deck overlooks meadows and bamboo forests like a "mini Switzerland" - the sunset's orange glow is absolutely stunning! ▫️ [Chujia Beach]: A camping site by an ink-painting-like stream, perfect for kayaking and capturing mountain reflections in water ⚠️Driving Tips: ✔️ Traffic is heavy on weekends, weekdays recommended ✔️ Many sharp turns on mountain roads, beginners should be cautious, ensure sufficient fuel ✔️ Most accommodations along the way are Hui-style courtyards, recommended for overnight stargazing 📌 Suggested Itinerary (3 days, 2 nights) Day 1: Nanjing → Chazhi Ancient Town (stay in ancient town guesthouse, photograph sunset in evening) Day 2: Xuan Paper Museum → Southern Anhui "Sichuan-Tibet Line" (Chujia Beach → Kongkongli → Rushan Peak, stay in Tingxi Township) Day 3: Water activities at Ink-wash Tingxi → Return journey 🍲Food recommendations: ▪️ Chazhi Ancient Town: Firewood-stewed chicken soup, steamed rice with pork ▪️ Along the "Sichuan-Tibet Line": Bamboo forest chicken, stinky mandarin fish, kudzu root balls ✨ Why choose Southern Anhui? ✅ Only 2-3 hours' drive from Nanjing/Hangzhou, perfect for spontaneous weekend trips ✅ 80% fewer tourists than Huangshan, experience more authentic Hui-style slow living ✅ Covers driving, hiking, and cultural experiences, suitable for all age groups ✅ Average summer temperature of 25°C, perfect for both cooling off and water activities If you're tired of city noise, come to southern Anhui Here, even the wind carries the fragrance of plants Every step is a gentle response to life~🌿