Xidi village was built in the Song Dynasty. Now, there are 124 brick-wood buildings with neat layout, elegant decoration and deep cultural connotation of Ming and Qing style. All of its features are rare in China. Xidi village is known as "The Most Beautiful Village in the World" and "The Ancient Treasures of the Vernacular Architecture". It has many famous architecture, such as the Governor Huwenguang Archway (also called Xidi Archway), which is famous for its elegant modeling grave and the outstanding carved stone technique. Some Hui-style and courtyard-style private houses are also very famous.

Special features: brick carving, stone carving, wood carving, Hui-style architecture, Huwenguang Archway, Zhuimu Hall

Admission: 55 yuan (including guide fee)

How to get there: It is located 8 km from the Xixian County seat and the bus fare is only 2 yuan.

Tips: 1. Eating and shopping are very convenient;

         2. There are many cheap and clean hotels near the village;

         3. It was listed as the World Heritage List by UNESCO in 2000.

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