Heping Ancient Town

Chengcun Village

Chengcun Village is simple and quiet, with a rich cultural charm. According to the Zhao Clan Genealogy kept in the village, the Zhao family descends from Zhao Yuanzuo, the eldest son of Song Emperor Taizong, Zhao Guangyi. Many ancestral halls survive in the village, the most striking architecturally being the magnificent Centenary Arch (Baisui Fang) and the ancestral halls of the three clans. At the southwest village entrance stands the Guyue Gatehouse, facing south, its brick walls weathered by centuries of wind and rain. The Jujing Tower (聚景楼) in the village center is a feng shui structure; climbing it gives sweeping views of the surroundings. Chengcun still preserves traditional folk weddings, whose joyful festive scenes leave a lasting impression.

Wufu Ancient Town

Wufu Town lies in the southeastern part of Wuyishan City. Originally named Wufuli, it was established in the mid-Jin dynasty, more than 1,700 years ago. Set amid towering mountains and ridges, it has ten li of lotus ponds, earning it the nickname “Land of Lotus.” Wufu has produced many famous figures through the ages and is the hometown of the Song lyricist Liu Yong, the “Three Talents of the Liu Family,” the “Five Worthies of the Hu Family,” and Zhu Xi. The place that best showcases the achievements of Zhu Xi and his ancestors is Xingxian Old Street. Notable buildings on the street include Xingxian Academy, the Zhuzi Community Granary, Zhuzi Lane and the Five Worthies Well. Xingxian Academy was founded around the reign of Emperor Xiaozong of the Southern Song and is where Zhu Xi once lectured and taught his disciples. Its gateway tower rises high, and its exquisite construction features brick carvings of flowers, birds and figures on the doorway. The form is imposing and solemn, making it a spectacular sight.

3–5 hours

Yangu Huaxiang Trail

The Yangu Huaxiang Trail (Rock Bones and Fragrant Flowers Trail) has several especially beautiful sights. Wuyi Mountain's finest tea-growing areas lie along this route and its surroundings, and locals also call it “the most expensive and most romantic road.”

Xiamei Village

Xiamei Village lies 8 km from Wuyi Mountain and is a provincial-level historic and cultural village in Fujian. People have lived here since the Neolithic period. During the Southern Song dynasty, the renowned Neo-Confucian philosopher Zhu Xi lectured here. Most of the historic residences in the Xiamei complex were built during the Qianlong era. Each house's gateway is decorated with exquisite brick carvings that express wealth and grandeur. Wood carving is found mainly on the windows, where the patterns feature elegant, auspicious animals, plants and figures, and many fine window carvings remain intact in the old houses today. The finest examples are the 'Xiaofanchuan' (Little Fanchuan) in the Zou Clan Ancestral Hall and in the Zou Family Mansion. The grandest and most finely carved building in the village is the Zou Family Mansion (Zou Dafu Residence). Its hitching stone in front of the gate and the richly detailed brick carvings on its entrance reflect a strong traditional cultural character.

¥45 · 1–3 hours

East China's No. 1 Rafting Route

This is the Tongmu Stream inflatable raft ride, with four or five sections of extremely steep drops and thrills throughout. You must hold on to the raft the entire way, making it a must-visit for adventure lovers.

¥100, about 90 minutes of rafting

Yixiantian (Thread of Sky)

A huge boulder leans over three adjoining caves. Inside them, you can look up through a crack and see a single thread of daylight. Besides its unique scenery, the site is home to some rare plants and animals and holds cultural relics.

1 hour