Hán é Zhuāngyuán

Sichuan


High up above Zhonglu village, this traditional whitewashed stone building set in a large flower garden has been converted into a fantastic boutique hotel adorned with antique furnishings. Spacious rooms do away with beds and just have the comfy mattresses placed on low wooden platforms. From the roof terrace, there are astounding views in all directions. Excellent meals are served.

There's even a 700-year-old watchtower on the premises.


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