Feel the past in Liancheng

By Zhang Dongya

Liancheng, a small western county in Fujian Province dating back to the Song Dynasty (960-1279), has many preserved ancient and historical gems, including a picturesque village called Peitian – where everyone has the family name Wu – that might be China’s Xanadu.

Close to Peitian is the town of Luofang, where you’ll find four rare covered bridges and the ancient zougushi – a Lantern Festival parade that originated during the Qing Dynasty (1644-1912). Visitors touring Liancheng will feel imbued in folk traditions and the old culture of southern China.

Locals hold ancient zougushi every Lantern Festival, which lightens up the old village. CFP Photos