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🏯 Chengkan: A Quiet Step Back in Time 🇨🇳

Just outside of Huangshan lies Chengkan Village – a beautifully preserved slice of old China that feels like it’s barely changed in centuries. Far less touristy than some of its neighbours, Chengkan is known for its ancient architecture, peaceful courtyards and a layout steeped in feng shui and yin-yang philosophy. Wandering its narrow lanes is like stepping into a living scroll painting. The village is over 1,800 years old, with traditional Hui-style houses, delicate wood carvings, and calm canals weaving their way through whitewashed walls and black-tiled roofs. What’s really special? The whole place is laid out according to the Eight Trigrams (Ba Gua) – it’s not just beautiful, it’s spiritually and architecturally profound. No crowds, no fuss – just quiet beauty, a strong sense of history, and time to slow down. Well worth the detour if you’re visiting Yellow Mountain. #chengkan #chengkanvillage #anhui #huangshan #yellowmountain #oldchina #culturalheritage #fengshui #huiarchitecture #historicvillages #slowtravel #hiddengems #travelchina #offthebeatenpath #chinathroughmyeyes #uktravellerabroad #wanderwisely #stepbackintime #undiscoveredchina #peacefulplaces #ancientchina #villagelife #culturalchina #historiccharm #bagualayout #traditionalchina #quiettravels #instachina
Posted: May 27, 2025
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