The ancient city of Huizhou, A Quintessential Journey Through Time

Huishou Road, Shexian County, Huangshan City, Anhui Province

The ancient city is very distinctive

Introduction

This ancient city was built in the Qin dynasty and has a unique "city within a city" style, making it one of the four major ancient cities in our country. In the scenic area, the old residential buildings are scattered and emit a strong antique atmosphere, like a grand historical museum. There are numerous city gates, among which Nanqiao Tower is the most unique, and Xuguo Stone Archway is the most precious part of the ancient city. Even today, Anhui people still live in the city generation after generation, feeling the accumulation of history and the heavy atmosphere as they walk through it. Multiple roads lead to the ancient city, and taking a turn can cover all the major attractions.

Address

Huishou Road, Shexian County, Huangshan City, Anhui Province

Opening hours

07:30-18:00 (all day)
last admission: 17:00 (Monday-Sunday from June 1 to August 31) 07:30-17:30 (all day)
last admission: 16:30 (Monday-Sunday from December 1 to February 28 of the following year)

Transportation

Take bus No. 3, No. 4 or No. 702 in Shexian (get off at the Huiyuan Bus Station stop, and walk for about 300 meters to reach the destination).

Phone 0559-6526108;0559-6531586

The ancient city of Huizhou, A Quintessential Journey Through Time

Introduction

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