China Classification Tourist Map Album · Ancient Towns

Author: Han Shi
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Publish Date: 2004-05-01
Features: Every step leaves a footprint. In the history of the transformation of hometowns, these footprints may gradually fade, but they remain clear. It has been said that the children of Dongguan's old village scattered far and wide, and when the wandering souls returned home, everything had changed. Fortunately, they found an maple tree at the ancestral hall, where they could trace their roots. But life always has cycles, the maple tree will eventually die, and footprints will eventually disappear. What remains are only specimens of history. Architecture is a permanent specimen, a piece of amber that the distant homeland has luckily preserved. If you don’t want to feel the faint sorrow of seeking the past, and instead want to temporarily escape the hustle and bustle of the city, come to this fresh small town. Here, you will find the air you need and can take deep breaths of the freedom that already belongs to you. The antique carved beams and painted rafters, the densely packed fire-walled houses, and the pavilions and towers within reach will make the minds of those who pursue knowledge expand endlessly! From south to north, from west to east, this book covers more than 100 famous or undiscovered historical sites in over 10 provinces and cities, including Beijing, Hebei, Shanghai, Jiangsu, Anhui, Hunan, Fujian, Guangdong, and Guizhou. They are not another world; they are right beside each of us. This "Map of Ancient Towns" includes content found in similar books, as well as unique details like Milizhi in Shaanxi, Yuliang, Tunxi, and Jixi in Anhui, the Kaiping Towers in Guangdong, the Hakka Walled Villages in Meizhou, the Old Streets of Dongguan in Guangdong, Xingping, Yangmei, and Daxiu in Guangxi, and Xijiang and Jiaqi in Guizhou. For each ancient town, there are more detailed, folk-oriented, and engaging handwritten notes and picture materials, including local specialties, delicacies, accommodation recommendations, scenic route plans and detailed introductions, transportation information, and local travel tips, even down to the prices of various tickets. All this is done to help you choose the most convenient, smooth, affordable, and satisfactory travel routes. Open the lock to your heart and have a love affair with the ancient towns, immersing yourself in the mountains and waters!