Xidi is the other Hui-style ancient village inscribed on UNESCO's World Heritage list, just 8km from the more famous Hongcun. Founded in the 11th century, Xidi preserves 124 Ming and Qing-dynasty residences along a slate-paved street, including Lufu Hall, the Memorial Archway of Hu Wenguang, and the Jingai Hall. Tour features hand-carved wooden lattice windows, brick relief carvings on the gateways, and merchant ancestral halls. Half-day format leaves your afternoon free for Hongcun or Yellow Mountain. Pickup from Tunxi or Tangkou hotels.
