Shanchong Village: a miniature 'Ukraine' in Changtai of Fujian

Shanchong Village is located in Zhangzhou's Changtai County, adjacent to Guankou, Xiamen. Shanchong, as the name implies, is like a small basin surrounded by hills. It's dubbed the miniature "Ukraine" for its rich natural resources and beautiful natural sceneries. The natural village has become a hot destination for those tourists loving the countryside. The pleasant-looking view is ideal for those needing to relax from the fast-tempo and dull city life.

 

There are several must-see sceneries for your enjoyment:

 

1) Flowers

 

After Spring Festival, the plum and peach flowers are in full bloom on the hills in Shanchong Village, making it a picturesque landscape. Besides, acres of fascinating flowers will take you to surf in a "sea of flowers".

 

Pleasant-looking flowers in Shanchong Village

 

2) Stone Houses (石屋)

 

There are a cluster of ancient residences', which can be dated back to the reigns of Jiaqing and Tao-kuang of the Qing Dynasty. Why are they called Stone Houses? These ancient residences' are built of stones. Besides, roads, streets and lanes are covered with cobble stones. The narrow and winding stone paths make the Stone Houses look like a labyrinth. Today, the Stone Houses are conserved as a scenic spot. It's an enchanting place for travellers to explore and trek on the stone roads interlaced among the Stone Houses.

 

Stone paths among Stone Houses

 

3) Stone Stupa (石塔/文昌塔)

 

Stone Stupa, also known as Wenchang Stupa, is a scarce Buddhist architecture in the Minnan Area. It is piled by stones, with its body carved with 8 Buddhist characters in Chinese, such as Namo Amitabha(南无阿弥陀佛), Nomo Sakyamuni Buddha (南无释迦尼佛) and “Goddess of Mercy” Buddha (观音佛). That’s why it is called Stone Stupa.

 

Stone Stupa

 

4) Zhaoling Palace (昭灵宫)

 

Not far from the Stone Stupa lies the Zhaoling Palace, a small and exquisite palace. It was built during the reigns of Jiajing of the Qing Dynasty, worshipping the Lord Baosheng(保生大帝). The idol Baosheng was named after Wu Zhenren, who was a highly-skilled doctor in the Song Dynasty. It almost condenses essences of the village culture. Relief, colored painting, openwork carving can be found on the beams, pillars and walls, displaying various shapes and forms. The characters on the murals are vivid and lifelike. It is a place worthy of carefully study.

 

Zhaoling Palace

 

SOURCE: WOXnews.com

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