[2024 Yuyao Attraction] Travel Guide for Nakamura Scenic Area (Updated Dec)
Address:
浙江省寧波市餘姚市荷樑線南中村菜市場北
Zhongcun Scenic Area, Luting Township
According to local legend, the village is equidistant from Yuyao, Ningbo, and Fenghua, hence the name Zhongcun (literally "Middle Village").
Zhongcun is home to Baiyun Bridge, a steep single-arch stone bridge. The Baiyun Bridge you see today was built in 1890 and serves as the boundary between Yin County and Yuyao.
⚠️Zhongcun is a beautiful village with poetic landscapes and picturesque scenery. There is no entrance fee, and there are many free parking spots. The sanitation facilities are clean and free to use. The catering industry is well-developed, and prices are reasonable.
Travelpreneur
【Unlock the Secret of a One-Day Trip in Ningbo: Complete Guide to Zhongcun Scenic Area】
🌟【Travel Plan】🌟
Enjoy a day immersed in the ancient charm of Zhongcun! At dawn, depart from Ningbo city center, drive or take a bus to Zhangshui Town, then hike into Zhongcun to start your cultural and natural feast!
🎒【Travel Essentials】🎒
- Comfortable hiking shoes👟: Good shoes will accompany you through the mountains and waters of Zhongcun.
- Sunscreen☀️+ Rain gear🌂: Be prepared for changing weather.
- Camera📷/Fully charged phone: Capture every beautiful moment.
- Snacks🍰+ Water bottle🥤: Replenish energy and stay active.
🚗【About Transportation】🚗
Navigate to "Zhongcun Scenic Area" if driving. For public transport, take a bus to Zhangshui Town Station, then transfer to local transportation or walk to the destination. The scenery along the way is also not to be missed!
🛡️【Safe Travel】🛡️
- Watch your step, especially when walking near streams.
- Follow the scenic area regulations, do not climb arbitrarily, and protect the natural environment.
🏞️【Must-Visit Attractions】🏞️
- Ancient Bridge and Flowing Water🌉: The ancient bridge in Zhongcun is a perfect spot for photos.
- Bamboo Path🎋: Stroll through and feel the freshness and tranquility of nature.
- Farmhouse🏡: Visit local life and experience the simple folk customs.
📸【Photo Spots】📸
- Capture the reflection of the ancient bridge, dancing with the flowing water.
- Take an artistic photo deep in the bamboo forest.
- At dusk, climb the small hill behind the village to overlook the gentle twilight of the entire village.
🍜【Local Delicacies】🍜
Don't forget to try the authentic farmhouse dishes, fresh bamboo shoots, and stream fish. Every bite is a gift from nature.
💡【Warm Tips】💡
- Check the weather forecast in advance and plan your trip accordingly.
- Respect local customs and travel civilly.
- Take your trash with you, leave only footprints, and let the beauty continue.
Come to Zhongcun and start your unique travel memory!👇 For more exciting routes, follow my homepage and never get lost～✨
Victoria!Mitchell
The secret backyard of Jiangsu, Zhejiang, and Shanghai! Luting Zhongcun in Yuyao, a treasure spot for summer water play and cooling off
Hey buddies~👋 I'm here to share another gem! This time, it's incredible. I discovered a stunning ancient village hidden in Yuyao, Ningbo. It's simply a paradise for cooling off and playing in the water!🏞️✨
🌞Summer is scorching, and you want to escape the city's heat? Come to Yuyao·Luting Zhongcun! Surrounded by mountains and green waters, every breath is filled with negative ions, instantly healing your mood~💖
💦Playing in the water is the right way to enjoy summer! Xiaolu Creek is crystal clear, with varying depths of water. Water fights, wading, and even a refreshing summer swim, all your desires can be fulfilled!🏊♀️💦 The villagers love to swim here in the afternoon to cool off, so join this natural celebration!
🏡Strolling through the ancient village feels like traveling back in time. Mud walls, stone houses, and small stone bridges, every step echoes with history. The Baiyun Bridge spans the creek like a rainbow, with towering ancient trees, making it look like a painting!🌉🌳
👣Attention hikers! The hiking route from Zhongcun to the Songming Ancient Road is about 12km long, with friendly difficulty and breathtaking scenery along the way! Dotted wildflowers and babbling creeks make it a lung-cleansing journey!🌟👣
🍺Speaking of summer essentials, how can we miss chilled drinks? I brought hawthorn non-alcoholic craft beer🍺, with a pinkish color, sweet and sour taste, and non-alcoholic design, so you can enjoy it worry-free even with kids! Chill it in the creek, and it's simply refreshing!🥂🥤
🍽️Food time! Yuyao's bamboo shoots, taro, sweet potato noodles... every bite is authentic flavor. Don't forget to try Liangnong rice cake, soft, glutinous, and sweet, leaving an endless aftertaste!🍰
🏨Where to stay at night? Tree Frog Tribe awaits you! Wooden triangular rooms blend into nature, with babbling creeks, camping, and water play all in one, plus sports season activities waiting for you to challenge!🏕️🏃♂️
🚗Transportation is super convenient! 2.5h drive from Hangzhou, 3h10min drive from Shanghai, and only 1h20min from Ningbo. You can go on a weekend trip anytime! Parking is free too!
Come to Luting Zhongcun and embrace the coolness and beauty of this summer with me!👫💕
AsherMoonshadow_66
The people of Jiangsu, Zhejiang, and Shanghai really keep secrets well, hiding such a cool and playful ancient village
Who would have thought that such a beautiful ancient village is hidden in Yuyao, Ningbo
Surrounded by mountains and green water
The village is in its original state, really relaxing and healing
✅ Cool off and play in the water ✅ Thousand-year-old village ✅ Hiking trails ✅ Niche and free ✅ Camping and fishing
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📍 This place is: Yuyao · Luting Zhongcun
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💦 The most recommended activity here is playing in the water
A stream called Xiaolu Creek runs through the village, with both deep and shallow parts
You can have water fights, wade in the water, swim, fish, and catch small fish
In the hot afternoon, many local villagers swim to cool off
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1️⃣ Zhongcun: Leisurely stroll, visit the ancient village. The village was built in the Tang Dynasty, with earthen walls, stone houses, and bluestone bridges, a picturesque scene of small bridges and flowing water
2️⃣ Baiyun Bridge: A century-old bridge, a steep arch single-hole stone bridge, built in 1890, like a rainbow leaping across, with lush branches on both sides
3️⃣ Village Corridor Bridge: With eaves to shade from the sun and rain, it is a good place for villagers to rest and chat. There are ancient trees shading the bridge, and the stream flows gently below
4️⃣ Stepping Stones: Walk through the stream, very close to Baiyun Bridge. In the morning or evening, the sunlight is beautiful
5️⃣ Both sides of Xiaolu Creek: The water is clear to the bottom, sparkling, with lush branches and leaves providing shade
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🚶🏻♂️ Hiking route: Zhongcun → Songming Ancient Road → Qiudai → Daming Mountain Ancient Road Loop
About 12km long, not very difficult ⭐️
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🥗 Food
Bamboo shoots, taro, sweet potato noodles, green tea, Liangnong cake, and other Yuyao specialties
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🏨 Accommodation
Tree Frog Tribe: The homestay is located among green bamboo, with wooden triangular rooms, giving a very outdoor natural feel. There is a small stream in the homestay, also suitable for playing in the water and camping. The homestay now has a sports season event, go for it～～
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🚗 Self-driving: Navigate to Zhongcun Scenic Area, 2.5h drive from Hangzhou, 3h10 drive from Shanghai, 1h20 drive from Ningbo
🅿️ Parking: Several parking lots are free 🆓
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