Introduction of Songkou Ancient Town, Yongtai, a must-see attraction

If you think there are too many tourists during May Day, you might as well visit some ancient towns, where there are relatively few people. The most important thing is that these ancient towns are still very attractive and worth visiting. These scenic spots should not be missed.

The ancient town of Songkou, Yongtai, is a must-see scenic spot, along the stone path, looking at the surrounding ancient buildings and traditional living customs, as if walking into the gap of time. Different from the strong commercial atmosphere of the three lanes and seven alleys, the folk customs here are simple and prosperous without a trace of dust. Crossing the small street of the ancient town, you come to the ancient ferry in Songkou. Songkou ancient town is prosperous because of water, and its water transportation is developed. For thousands of years, the ancient ferry has been welcomed and favored by countless businessmen. Now the waterway of Songkou is impassable, but I can still feel the prosperity at that time.

Dexing building

There are four stone tablets downstairs in Dexing, the ancient wharf, namely, the Rongrong Monument planted in Linxi in Jiajing period of Ming Dynasty, the Yidu Monument reorganized in Tongyuan period of Qing Dynasty, the Monument to the Constitution that never drowns a woman, and the Monument to the Constitution that gives a blessing to Chen Lin in handling the water dispute and murder case in Qing Dynasty. These are also important cultural relics in Songkou ancient town.

Hinggan club

Next to Dexing Building is Tianhou Palace, which was built in the 16th year of Jiaqing in Qing Dynasty. At that time, Songkou shipping was developed, and Putian and Xianyou merchants built it to protect the safety of navigation and pay homage to Tianhou Mazu. Because the Yuan Dynasty called Putian and Xinghua "Xing 'an Mansion", it was also called "Xing 'an Guild Hall".

Wan' anbao

Walking along the stream, I came to Wan 'an Castle unconsciously. Wan 'an Castle stands for "eternal peace" and is a magnificent old castle building. The foundation of the external wall is made of huge pebbles, and the foundation is compacted with loess wall, which is about 5 meters high. The mottled wall is densely covered with whistle holes and gun holes. In ancient times, wars were frequent and bandits were rampant, making it an excellent refuge for the surrounding people. 1932, 19th Route Army passed through here during the Anti-Japanese War, leaving the words "Immortal enemy, shameful warrior" on both sides of Zhaimen. The tragic words of "Give me back my rivers and mountains after the Anti-Japanese War" still exist today.

Introduction to Songkou Ancient Town Songkou Ancient Town, a famous historical and cultural town in China, is located in the southwest of Yongtai County, Fuzhou City, Fujian Province. Because of its superior geographical location, Songkou ancient town has been an important commercial port and land and water transportation hub in central Fujian since ancient times, and it is the only national historical and cultural town in Fuzhou at present. An ancient town full of fireworks.

However, there are several ancient stone tablets in the ancient pier of Songkou ancient town. The most touching one is engraved with the words: Never drown a girl. Next to the local people, they are leading their friends to visit the ancient town of Songkou, so they get together to listen to the explanation. It turns out that in ancient times, the phenomenon of son preference was very serious in this area. As long as a baby girl is born, all those who can't afford it are abandoned in the stream in front of the ancient town. Therefore, the later government issued a regulation prohibiting the drowning of baby girls, which is estimated to only shock some people to a certain extent.

Now these bad habits have basically disappeared, but most families in Fujian still prefer sons to daughters, especially some old people and young people in rural areas feel that having children is the same.

There are three stone tablets in the ferry, one is planted in a forest stream in Jiajing period of Ming Dynasty, the other is rebuilt in Yidu in Xuantongyuan period of Qing Dynasty, and the other is a stone tablet dealing with Chen Lin's water dispute and murder case in Qing Dynasty. Among them,

"Yidu Monument Reorganization" clearly stipulates the charging standards for ferries, such as "only four prizes are accepted during the transition period of sedan chairs, and no penny is allowed during the transition period of coffins". And stipulate the safety requirements for ferries,

"No matter whether the ferry is old or new, it must be repaired firmly if it is damaged, and it is not allowed to be confused and abused." The ferry on the ferry has crossed Dazhangxi from generation to generation according to the regulations on the stone tablet.

Songkou ancient town is the hometown of Zhang, a patriotic poet in the Southern Song Dynasty. It is also the political, economic and cultural center and an important transportation hub in the southwest of Yongtai. There are more than 60 well-preserved ancient dwellings in Songkou Town, and there are more than 100 well-preserved ancient dwellings in its village.

Especially in aerial photography, we can clearly see the existence of many ancient houses. In the hustle and bustle, they are still so peaceful and simple, as if they are not far from the world, as if they are close to the mood.

Of course, there are many old houses and new buildings in Songkou ancient town. Although it is still blue bricks and green tiles, there are also many small shops with literary style.

Most of the small shops still retain the original appearance of the old site, and supply and marketing cooperatives and agricultural banks have become the signboards of coffee shops. This is both natural and interesting.

Most importantly, the shopkeepers here are mostly local residents who have lived here for generations. They are laid-back, speak softly and sell things slowly. It seems that even walking is half a beat slow. Here, time seems to suddenly slow down, and time seems to increase. This is really a little lucky and pleasant hour light.

In the history of the ancient town, there used to be a champion, two ministers and forty-eight scholars, which interpreted the legend of "father and son, six scholars, six sons with the same dynasty, three generations with eighteen officials".

The winding roadway was faintly visible in the past. Houses and shops along the street still retain the legacy of the Song Dynasty and the pattern of the Ming and Qing Dynasties. Most houses are on the second floor, and some are on the third floor. Catholic Church, Oil Mill, Pinghu Lake Line Factory, Time and Space Post Office, Songkou People's Court, the unique elements of the old street are vividly reflected here. According to records, Songkou Ancient Town once issued paper money by itself and set up a tax card. A small town has the ability to issue money, which shows how prosperous Songkou Town used to be.

Walk along the landmark scenic spot "Hedao" in Songkou, and you will reach Cuokou, which is the largest single ancient building in Songkou, covering an area of 10000 square meters and a construction area of 7 180 square meters, next to Zhangxi.

The ancient town is located next to Dazhangxi, the largest tributary in the lower reaches of Minjiang River. There are more than 100 well-preserved Ming and Qing ancient residential buildings in the ancient town. Woodcarving, stone carving and gray carving in residential buildings are exquisite and rich. Old ferries, old banyan trees, old blocks and old stone roads are filled with strong ancient charm and fragrance in every corner of the town.

Slow-paced ancient town

Against the background of pure blue sky and white clouds, the old street is like a gentle woman with ancient meaning, showing elegant charm. Strolling through the streets of Songkou ancient town, the mottled white walls and tiles hide the past. Walking on the bluestone board, you can experience the slow time in the past.

Childhood comic books, Four Treasures of the Study, bamboo weaving, childhood toys ... The shelves are full of beautiful things. Golden hairpin surrounded by green flowers, big sleeves riding the wind, just like crossing back to that time when the sun was slow and the mail was slow.

Time is silent, the breeze goes through the hall, the eyes that meet and smile, and the smile that floats over the peach blossoms make people wander in some lines and cannot extricate themselves. An oil-paper umbrella, a bamboo fan and a tricycle look simple and elegant.

The ancient town in the depths of time

The wind in the ancient town is always blowing slowly. Horsehead wall, wooden eaves stone road, years and rain still can't erase its scenery.

Time has a scale, and time will write poetry. After thousands of years, the ancient town also carved the time on the green slate and wrote it in grandma's white hair.

The elegant charm of the study, like a clean stream, seeps into the heart and washes away all flashy distractions. In the corner of Sanyou Bookstore in Guzhen, open the books, quietly taste the mystery, repair wholeheartedly and find a cool body.

Songkou Folk Museum is like a microcosm of past lives, the ancient town of Songkou. Household appliances and agricultural appliances in the farming era give people a long-lost feeling! Here treasures the memory of the ancient town and records the soul of the ancient town. Not cold, not hot, not uncommon and not boring, it is worth punching in!