Untouched paradise: ancient village in southern Anhui

Shang village, an ancient village in China's Anhui province, is well-preserved to maintain its original appearance and culture. The history of Shang village dates back 1,000 years. In ancient times, the residents achieved self-sufficiency. Today, there are still dozens of traditional craftsmen in the village. [Photo: www.ce.cn]

Shang village, an ancient village in China's Anhui province, is well-preserved to maintain its original appearance and culture. The history of Shang village dates back 1,000 years. In ancient times, the residents achieved self-sufficiency. Today, there are still dozens of traditional craftsmen in the village. [Photo: www.ce.cn]

Shang village, an ancient village in China's Anhui province, is well-preserved to maintain its original appearance and culture. The history of Shang village dates back 1,000 years. In ancient times, the residents achieved self-sufficiency. Today, there are still dozens of traditional craftsmen in the village. [Photo: www.ce.cn]

Shang village, an ancient village in China's Anhui province, is well-preserved to maintain its original appearance and culture. The history of Shang village dates back 1,000 years. In ancient times, the residents achieved self-sufficiency. Today, there are still dozens of traditional craftsmen in the village. [Photo: www.ce.cn]

Shang village, an ancient village in China's Anhui province, is well-preserved to maintain its original appearance and culture. The history of Shang village dates back 1,000 years. In ancient times, the residents achieved self-sufficiency. Today, there are still dozens of traditional craftsmen in the village. [Photo: www.ce.cn]

Shang village, an ancient village in China's Anhui province, is well-preserved to maintain its original appearance and culture. The history of Shang village dates back 1,000 years. In ancient times, the residents achieved self-sufficiency. Today, there are still dozens of traditional craftsmen in the village. [Photo: www.ce.cn]

Shang village, an ancient village in China's Anhui province, is well-preserved to maintain its original appearance and culture. The history of Shang village dates back 1,000 years. In ancient times, the residents achieved self-sufficiency. Today, there are still dozens of traditional craftsmen in the village. [Photo: www.ce.cn]

Shang village, an ancient village in China's Anhui province, is well-preserved to maintain its original appearance and culture. The history of Shang village dates back 1,000 years. In ancient times, the residents achieved self-sufficiency. Today, there are still dozens of traditional craftsmen in the village. [Photo: www.ce.cn]