The two ancient villages of Hongcun and Xidi, both located in Yi County in central China’s Anhui Province, stand as well-preserved representations of Ming and Qing Dynasty history.
Xidi was built around 1100 AD. Enc
The two ancient villages of Hongcun and Xidi, both located in Yi County in central China’s Anhui Province, stand as well-preserved representations of Ming and Qing Dynasty history.
Xidi was built around 1100 AD. Encircled by green hills and with the West River and streams flowing into town and converging at Huiyuan Bridge, Xidi has 99 winding lanes paved in local stones, as well as many residences, ancestral halls, gardens and courtyards that were built during the town’s height as a trade center. Today, 124 well-preserved ancient wood residences still stand, showcasing intricate carvings and other historic details su