Dapu Village

By Lu Na and Duan Yaying
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Located in Meizhou County of Guangdong, Dapu was called "Wanchuan" in ancient times, which literally means "a town entirely encircled by mountains and rivers." The Hakka ethnic group is the most important ethnic group in Dapu, widely known for its Hakka residential buildings. The tidy and compact layout represents the unique living conditions of the Hakka people and their harmonious laidback lifestyle. The former residence of Zhang Bishi, the father of wine in China, called "Guang Ludi," is the most excellent construction, combining natural scenery, ancient officers' culture and wine culture into one.

Special features: Guang Ludi

Admission: 30 yuan for Guang Ludi

How to get there: Meizhou station-Dapu station, one hour, 25 yuan

Tips: 1. The best season to visit Dapu is Autumn when the village will show its most spectacular landscape;

         2. Many hotels are available in Dapu. You may also stay in Hakka earth buildings if you like to experience local life, price varying from 120 to 168 yuan.

 

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