Amazing Xidi village in Huangshan

A stunning view of Xidi village in Huangshan at sunrise. [Photo/WeChat ID: huangshanribao]

Xidi village is located in Yixian county – administered by Huangshan city in Anhui province.

Due to its picturesque natural landscape and ancient Huizhou-style buildings, Xidi was listed as a UNESCO Cultural Heritage Site and is known as one of the country's most beautiful villages.

Dating back to the reign of Emperor Qingli in the Northern Song Dynasty (960-1127), the village boasts over 220 well-preserved residential houses from the Ming (1368-1644) and the Qing (1644-1911) dynasties.

Its Huizhou-style buildings are well-scattered and decorated with a large number of excellent artistic brick, wood and stone carvings.

Xidi village is known for elegant black tile roofs and a stretch of rape flowers. [Photo/WeChat ID: huangshanribao]

A tranquil view of Xidi village in Huangshan in spring. Blooming golden rapeseed adds vibrant color there. [Photo/WeChat ID: cnhsta]