In August in Hangzhou, the heat never subsides and there is no sign of autumn. The continuous high temperatures make people unable to resist running into the mountains. So, Anji in Huzhou, which rippled freely between Suzhou and Hangzhou, became the preferred destination.

This time, I turned my gaze to the mountains and came to one of the only two ethnic minority villages in Huzhou City - Zhongzhang Village. In the bamboo forest of Manshan, in the Lena Stone Valley, search for a fairyland.

Lena Stone Valley, located in Zhongzhang Village, Baofu Town, Anji, China
A contemporary Chinese pure stone architectural complex polished with time

This is a grand gathering of stones
Craftsmanship and carving, each stone is infused with the imprint of handmade craftsmanship

This is an inter mountain meeting
Strolling through the forest, every gust of wind carries the scent of freedom
This August, outside the city, still in the mountains and forests
Build an unbreakable bond with the stone

A Clear Pool in the Mountains: A Unique Stone Swimming Pool

Entering the Lena Stone Valley Resort, the first thing that catches your eye is a super large swimming pool. A clear pond adorns the mountains, with fine stones paving the way and flowing water. The cool breeze in the mountains brushes over my face, accompanied by the poetic atmosphere of "clear travel with bamboo forest breeze", slowly spreading out.

At a glance, one can see the clear water at the bottom of the pool, like a blue eye embedded in the mountains. Even a gust of wind can capture layers of ripples on the water surface. Accompanied by the afternoon tea prepared by the hotel, strolling in the water in the forest, the autumn breeze sways, and the bamboo forest symphonies make you feel happy and at ease.

When you're tired of swimming, go ashore and take a light sunbathe. Thinking of August in Lin Bai's "Process", "August is August, and I keep my mouth shut like a bottle. In August, I am water in a bottle, and you are clouds in the blue sky."

In a daze, it feels like returning to the seaside in Sanya, with a stone swimming pool, swaying tree shadows, and barefoot playfulness. In the 1800 acre forest valley, a transition of stone art full of primitive and natural charm is created. In Sanskrit, "Lena Stone Valley" means "simplicity", which is a simple and pure heart rooted in the hearts of the Chinese people.

In 2018, the Stone House series of works crossed the ocean and appeared at the Venice Biennale. In the starry Venice, Chinese stone houses conquered arrogant European and American architects in the spotlight, becoming a model of contemporary stone architecture in the world. "Le Na Shi Gu", which has become popular internationally, has also become a popular check-in spot in China. The popular stone swimming pool and limited floating afternoon tea have a very high production rate.

"Le Na" is a code that pursues simple emotional values and reviews the natural way of life. Here, we touch nature through stones, return to nature, and isolate the hustle and bustle of the world from the outside.

Fireworks in the Mountains: Check in at the Natural Coffee Bar

Accustomed to the coffee that comes on call at home, I was pleasantly surprised to encounter a coffee bar on the mountain. Coming out of the stone swimming pool, there is a "PANAH COFFEE" shop on the opposite slope. First, take a certified photo in front of the stone wall.

The stones here have been shaped into different forms by the craftsmen, using stones as a medium to create a stone art village that cultivates the heart. Good art is closely related to nature. She culture worships stones, and choosing Zhang Village, a She ethnic village, is also another guide of fate.

The deep forest adds a touch of mystery to the caf é, and upon reaching the terrace, there is a unique cave. Looking down at the foot, the stone swimming pool is calm and stretching. Looking up, layers of green mountains rise and fall one after another.

You can order a fresh fruit tea or coffee and chat with friends deep in the valley, relaxing your entire soul.

Compared to the popular coffee shops queuing up to check in, the coffee bar deep in the mountains has a natural fresh oxygen space, and the wind in the valley is much more comfortable than air conditioning. This place is more like a blend of fireworks and fairyland, with the mellow aroma of coffee and the natural fragrance.

A Castle in the Mountains: A Different "Wilderness" for Living in the Mind

A King's stonemason, Mr. Rich Peter, a British architect appointed by Prince Charles, and a group of simple rural stonemasons, who have worked tirelessly for eight years, have built a heart of nature - the "Lena Stone Valley".

As a homestay enthusiast, I naturally wouldn't miss such a unique vacation villa. Strolling through it, it was like entering a fairy tale castle made of stones, and my mind recalled comic books that I couldn't put down when I was a child. Although there was no rabbit hole here, I also experienced a fairy tale like feeling of the Wizard of Oz.

As a villa resort in Stone Art Village, the entire architectural style is diverse and innovative. It combines the fashionable atmosphere of a Nordic town with a romantic Italian style, and the minimalist decoration elevates the overall quality of the building.

The super tall and empty living room, like an art style floor to ceiling exhibition hall, reflects the designer's talent and ingenuity from door to window. Rather than living in the mountains, it is more like visiting an art feast. Whether it is team building or small camping, it is a good vacation choice.

The rattan chair has a kind of pastoral feeling of American countryside. With the stone wall outside the landing window, the combination of Chinese and Western styles creates a different aesthetic feeling.

The various details in the villa are remarkable, with circular glass windows filled with greenery, adding a touch of Chinese garden charm.

No girl wouldn't dislike the spiral staircase, it's not a villa, it's simply a work of art and an excellent photography location.

The bedroom on the second floor has large curved french window, which do not need to be pushed. The scenery is full of people.

The style of the bedroom is also the combination of American rattan weaving color and modern gray. Outside the floor window in the shape of a valley, there are towering trees and stone terraces. When you wake up in the morning, open the balcony door, take a deep breath of fresh oxygen, open up to the valley, and talk to yourself.

Appreciating the scenery during the day and observing the stars at night, the lush mountains and the stars in the sky are projected 360 ° without any blind spots in front of us. This is the life we yearn for!

Although the villa was not formed for a long time, there are already some shadows of ancient castles, and the stones embedded in the mountains have already taken root in this land.

The so-called quality is naturally reflected in all aspects, and the entire bathroom is pure white gray. The villa has prepared various care products early in the morning. If it rains outside the window, you can lie in the bathtub, listen to the trees and leaves, and the valley echoes.

The purer the space, the more relaxed it is. I really want to move the bathroom back home intact!

Approximately every castle has a wine cellar on the underground level, creating a strong atmosphere.

Even a pool house was specially designed for observation.

Choose a bottle of red wine you like, toast nature, and reconcile with yourself. The fatigue brought by the sea of people is all relieved at this moment.

The soaking pool room is equipped with a bathroom and shower room. If you are tired of playing, you can take a shower here and go upstairs to sleep.

Unexpectedly, the sauna room has also been arranged, which can be considered a one-stop vacation experience. I have fully understood the arrangement! A whole love living, this year's annual meeting, everyone can give this place to the company's HR!

A pool of blooming flowers in the mountains: the lotus breeze brings fragrance, and the bamboo dew drips with a clear sound

There are Fusu in the mountains and lotus flowers in the valleys. At the entrance of the villa area, there is a lotus pond, with lotus leaves connected to the ancient tree behind, far exceeding the infinite green of the lotus leaves that touch the sky.

Although the season of admiring lotus has passed, the growth momentum of lotus leaves is flourishing. Rowing on a canopied boat, I felt like a lotus flower reflecting the sun. However, at this moment, I was not in a hurry to cross the river. Let me search for another ray of late summer halo in the lotus pond.

Moving forward, I also encountered a few lotus plants. The water waves flow, the blooming flowers frown, and a pool of aged clear wine has intoxicated half an acre of wind lotus. Even me cannot help but be intoxicated in it.

A Sail Shadow in the Mountains: Drive the RV Campsite into the Mountains

This year can be considered as the first year of camping, and 2022 without camping is incomplete. There is really everything in the resort! Putting up the white tent, I remembered a sentence that read, "A person should stay where there is no ceiling." Three or five friends sat around, returning to the mountains and enjoying the white noise in the forest quietly.

Escaping the city fireworks, encountering the utopia in the mountains and forests unexpectedly.

A wisp of tea fragrance in the mountains: a must-have new Chinese afternoon tea

Lin Qingxuan once said, "The word 'tea' refers to a person walking between grass and trees.". Anji is the hometown of white tea, and naturally cannot do without this hint of tea fragrance. The new Chinese afternoon tea has a tea flavor and a Zen vibe, and time disappears with just one sniff, sip, and throat.

Also this year, cold extracted tea was unlocked. Three to five snacks, two cups of herbal tea, drinking with friends, half a day of leisure, can offset ten years of dust dreams.

If there is nothing to worry about, it is a good season in the world. In this light of joy, we briefly separate from each other in the mountains and seas.

A plate of flavors in the mountains: a small harvest on a large farm

Having seen enough beautiful scenery, how can one miss out on delicious food. To eat well, it is even more important to eat authentic food. The local people's craftsmanship is fully demonstrated here, and all the chicken, duck, fish, meat, and vegetables come from the resort's own farm. One side of the land nurtures the other, and the other side also nurtures fresh and healthy ingredients.

Having all the colors, flavors, and flavors, I can't help but move my chopsticks! Strongly benefit everyone to come and enjoy the taste on site.

In Huzhou, there are no seasons throughout the year when good food cannot be eaten. In Anji, you can taste the authentic flavor of Jiangnan.

Steaming, frying, frying, and stir frying are all basic operations, and the selection and combination of ingredients are their specialties.

Every dish leaves the taste buds unsatisfied, with a mountain like flavor that has a bit of Hangzhou flavor.

Write at the end

The wind in the bamboo forest
A sense of antiquity arises in my heart
A Dream of Stones Falls
He wrote extensively on 1800 acres
The Wind of Lena Stone Valley
Blowing from one side of the mountain to the other
The spring, summer, autumn, and winter that keep blowing into my heart