This is also the original version of the Ming and Qing dwellings in the south of the Yangtze River. It is a local painting with strong ancient charm and bright colors.
The ancient town was founded in the late Song Dynasty and flourished in the Qing Dynasty. Up to now, there are still more than 1300 ancient houses, which is a good place to appreciate the folk culture in eastern Zhejiang. Walking into the ancient town, a clear stream runs through the town and connects the scenic spots of the town.
The entrance to the scenic spot is the Horsehead Wall in five blessings, which was built during the Jiaqing period. The horse head wall, which is symmetrical from left to right and towering into the sky, is commonly known as the "Five Mountains". Horsehead wall is a symbol of the power of the rich official residence in ancient Jiangnan. The more ranks, the higher the status and the greater the influence.
It's not far to walk, and you can reach Zhisi's residence. The ancient house was built in Jiaqing period of Qing Dynasty, and it was the residence of Tong Rukuan, the third son of a juren Tong Guilin in Qing Dynasty. There are already three scholars here. The red Shimen platform is engraved with the family motto of "living within our means and managing our family diligently". The courtyard is a wooden structure on the second floor of the quadrangle. Every room in the yard has a strict generational division, and it is very harmonious and human.
The folk museum used to be the residence of Uncle Tong Baoxuan. After liberation, it was turned into a granary. Now it is the first provincial folk museum established by village-level self-financing More than 500 pieces of furniture, costumes, lamps, clay pots, flints, smoke lamps and other daily necessities are arranged in the museum, which shows the history of rural civilization in this area from ancient times to modern times.
In the ancient town of Qiantong, there are many kinds of ancient houses, each with its own unique historical story, which is worth savoring in the ancient town.
Fares:
Tickets to 40 yuan, the ancient town of Qiantong, include many scenic spots: Zhisiju, Mingjingtang, Zesiju, Shangtangfu, Folk Museum, Old Street, Grand Ancestral Hall and numerous peaks.
Transportation:
Address: Qiantong Village, Qiantong Town, Ninghai County
It is suggested that it is more convenient to go by car.