Scenic spot introduction:

Xinye Ancient Village in Jiande is the filming location for the second stop of "Where Are We Going, Dad 2" and is currently the largest village inhabited by the Ye family in China. The ancient village is located in Daciyan Town, Jiande City. It has a history of more than 800 years and has more than 200 Ming and Qing buildings. It is known as the largest open-air museum of ancient Ming and Qing residential buildings in China. Entering the ancient village, walking among the secluded alleys and first-level bluestone slabs, visitors can read about the changes and sighs of the years, from the smooth and concise style of the Ming Dynasty to the rich and colorful algae of the Qing Dynasty, and even the return to simplicity in modern times.

Attractions distribution:

An important feature of the ancient architectural culture of Xinye Ancient Village is the ancestral hall. Although it has gone through many vicissitudes, thirteen ancestral halls including Chongren Hall, Youxu Hall, Rongshou Hall, Wancui Hall, Yongxi Hall and Shuangmei Hall are still preserved. The landmark buildings of the ancient village are Tuanyun Pagoda, Wenchang Pavilion, and Tutu Temple. The combination of the three reflects the ideals and pursuits of the Ye family in the agricultural era of farming, reading, and inheriting the family. In addition to ancient buildings, the cultural and natural scenery of the ancient village are equally attractive. The lotus ponds and rapeseed fields are mesmerizing, and the warmth and simplicity of old and young people enjoying each other also warm the heart. The ancient village is a rare paradise with its white walls and black tiles.

Scenic spot qualifications:

Provincial historical and cultural reserve

Scenic spot features:

Culture, history, architecture, ancient villages
Attraction Address
Travel Guide

travelling guideline:

If you come to the ancient village in March and April, peach blossoms, pear blossoms, and rapeseed flowers are in full bloom;

If you come to the ancient town in June, the large lotus flowers are fragrant and the fragrance will spread far and wide;

Every year on the third day of the third lunar month , Xinye Ancient Village will hold a grand ancestor worship ceremony.

Best time to visit:

All seasons

Shopping recommendations:

(Shopping) Pucao shoes, local koji wine, etc.

(Gourmet food) New Babao Lotus Seed Soup, Steamed Pork with Dried Vegetables, Date Cake, Chestnut Rice Dumpling, Rice Balls, Buckwheat Cake, etc.

Tourist Transportation

Scenic spot location:

China>Zhejiang Province>Hangzhou City>Jiande City>Dasiyan Town

How to get there:

Bus route: There are two buses to Xinye from Hangzhou West Bus Station every day; you can also go from Hangzhou to Jiande Xin'anjiang and Jiande South Bus Station. There is a bus to Xinye every 30 minutes.

Driving route: After arriving in Hangzhou, take National Highway 320. After arriving in Jiande, turn onto National Highway 330. Drive about 5 kilometers in the direction of Jinhua Lanxi to Daciyan Town. You will see the sign leading to Xinye Village. , and then drive along the village road for about 3 kilometers to reach the village entrance.

Scenic area map:

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Attraction Tickets

Xinye Ancient Village ticket price:

Adult tickets are 68 yuan per person;

Children under 1.2 meters in height are free of charge, and those between 1.2-1.5 meters in height are half-priced.

Scenic area opening hours:

8:00-16:00

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