Huaiyuan ancient town

Huaiyuan ancient town is one of the most popular tourist attractions in Yizhou. [photo/WeChat Account: yzlyxxw]

Huaiyuan, an ancient town with over 1,300 years of history, is home to many historic sites, such as an ancient commercial hall, a wharf, and a temple. It is one of the four major ancient towns in Guangxi Zhuang autonomous region.

The local government has invested 29 million yuan ($4.23 million) into the renovation of obsolete buildings and preservation of ancient architecture.

Huaiyuan regularly holds cultural events such as folk arts festivals and folk song competitions.

Huaiyuan ancient town in Yizhou of Hechi. [Photo by Xiang Yanan/chinadaily.com.cn]

Huaiyuan ancient town of Hechi, in northwestern Guangxi Zhuang autonomous region, on Nov 28, 2016. [Photo by Xiang Yanan/chinadaily.com.cn]