Huizhou Ancient Town

Huizhou ancient town is located in the south of eastern China's Anhui province. [panaromio. com]

Huizhou ancient town is located in the south of eastern China's Anhui province. It has emerged as a center of Chinese cultural history. For centuries, the local customs and culture have remained relatively intact.

In Huizhou you can see many views of ancient towns and villages that have been preserved as they were in the past. The old streets are lined with uniquely-designed residential houses, which are thought to be the finest of the ancient Chinese homes.

Travel Tips:

Best time to visit: all year

Admission: 80 yuan

Getting there: train or bus from Huangshan city.

Huangshan Mountain

Huangshan Mountain features "four wonders" of imposing peaks, spectacular rocks, odd-shaped pines and a sea of clouds.

Located in southern Anhui province, Huangshan Mountain covers an area of 1,200 square kilometers, of which 154 square kilometers are scenic attractions. Its landscape features "four wonders" of imposing peaks, spectacular rocks, odd-shaped pines and a sea of clouds.

Huangshan Mountain boasts 72 peaks, and its three main peaks rise majestically more than 1,000 meters above sea level. It has more than 400 famous scenic attractions, 140 of which have been developed and opened to tourists. In 1990, Huangshan Mountain was included in both the world cultural and natural heritage lists.

Travel tips:

Best time to visit: all year

Admission: 230 yuan (March – November), 150 yuan (December – February)

Getting there: take the minibus in Huangshan city to Tangkou town, and then transfer to the scenic sight bus to Huangshan Mountain.