Visiting to Zhongshan ancient village in Chongqing

Posted at: 2009-3-30; By lala; Clicks:899

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Visiting to Zhongshan ancient village in Chongqing

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I heard about Zhongshan ancient village several years ago. It is famous for natural scenery as well as well-preserved tradition, so more and more people go there. My friend and I visit the village during this winter vacation.

Rounded by a small river and green bamboo forest, Zhongshan ancient village looks more peaceful and quiet, just like a Chinese painting. Wondering on the main street with 850 years history, I was attracted by its full-bodied traditional flavor. It stretches 1132 meters long with 307 old wooden houses projecting over the river. Because of spring festival, colorful decoration is must for every family. They stick antithetical couplets on doorframe and hung paper lanterns with 12 animals' shapes. It is exciting that we can find some snacks which were only available when I was very little.

People in city celebrate western festival such as Christmas, Valentine's Day, while villagers there keep Chinese traditional festivals as their big days. I asked a local old man why the village becomes popular; he thought for a while and said: because we know where we derived from, we know our root.

By Rebecca

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