Discover the charm of Meibei Ancient Village, one of the best-preserved traditional villages in Jiangxi Province with over 900 years of history. Your English-speaking guide will lead you through narrow stone-paved lanes lined with Ming and Qing Dynasty architecture.
Begin at the village entrance, where you'll be greeted by the iconic ancient banyan tree and stone bridge. Walk through the village's high street, admiring the exquisite brick carvings, wooden window lattices, and traditional courtyard homes that showcase the distinctive Gan-style architecture.
Visit the grand ancestral halls, including the Liang Family Ancestral Hall, which features intricate wood carvings and tells the storey of generations who lived here. Learn about the village's significant role during the Chinese revolution and its designation as a national historical and cultural village.
Explore the ancient academy where scholars once studied, and see the well-preserved watchtowers that once protected the village. Your guide will share fascinating stories about local customs, festivals, and the traditional way of life that continues in this living village.
End your tour at the village square, where you can take in panoramic views of the surrounding countryside and the beautiful lotus ponds that frame this picturesque settlement.
