Reasonable layout, well-preserved ancient buildings and mild climate make Chengkan Village an attractive place for tourists, especially history enthusiasts.
Reasonable layout, well-preserved ancient buildings and mild climate make Chengkan Village an attractive place for tourists, especially history enthusiasts.
Located in Huangshan City, east China’s Anhui Province, Chengkan Village originated in the Three Kingdoms Period (220-280) boasting a history of more than 1,800 years. Chengkan Village is home to more than 500 famous ancient figures, including Luo Ruji, the high-ranking official of the Song imperial court and Luo Pin, a renowned painter in the Qing Dynasty (1644-1912).
Changchun Altar, built in the Song Dynasty (960-1279) is a place where ancients made sacrifices to the gods of earth and grain. It coves an area of 1,100 square meters, and is the largest altar in ancient Huizhou District. Originally, it was Su Shi, the great poet and calligrapher of the Song Dynasty, who inscribed the name of the altar on the plaque and hung it above the gate. In 1998, the Altar was designated as a valuable cultural relic of the province.
Entry: 107 yuan/person
Transport: Take a train or airplane to Huanshan City, Anhui Province, and then take the direct bus from Huangshan Bus Station to Chengkan.
Opening hours: 7:30 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.