Zhuge Bagua (诸葛八卦村) – Village of the Eight Trigrams
Zhuge Bagua Village (诸葛八卦村) is a unique architectural and historical monument located in Zhejiang Province. The village was founded by descendants of the famous Three Kingdoms strategist Zhuge Liang (诸葛亮) and built according to the principles of the Eight Trigrams (bagua) and feng shui. Its streets form a real labyrinth: even locals sometimes get lost in the alleys. At the center of the village lies Zhongchi Pond (钟池) in the shape of yin-yang — the heart of the entire composition.
What awaits you: a walk through the labyrinth of ancient streets, visit to the Zhuge Liang Memorial Hall (丞相祠堂), Dagongtang House Museum (大公堂), discovery of Ming and Qing dynasty traditional architecture, and study of the feng shui principles by which the ancestors lived.
Attractions
What awaits you on this tour
- Morning departure from Shanghai — meeting at Hongqiao station, high-speed train to Jinhua (金华站) (about 2 h).
- Arrival in Jinhua — meeting the guide, transfer to Zhuge Bagua Village (40 min).
- Zhongchi Pond (钟池) — the yin-yang shaped heart of the village, start of the walk.
- Zhuge Liang Memorial Hall (丞相祠堂) — magnificent hall with carvings and statues.
- Dagongtang House Museum (大公堂) — ancient building where the genealogical books of Zhuge Liang's descendants are kept.
- Lunch at a traditional restaurant — dishes of local Jinhua cuisine (famous ham, bamboo shoots).
- Walk through the labyrinth of streets — exploration of old houses, craft shops.
- Climb to the observation deck — panoramic bird's-eye view of the village.
- Return to Shanghai — evening train or car.
Sample itinerary (one-day tour)
| Time | Stage | Details & transport |
|---|---|---|
| 06:30 | Meeting at Hongqiao Station (Shanghai) | Meet the guide, board train G1373 (07:00). |
| 09:00 | Arrival at Jinhua Station (金华站) | Exit the train, transfer to Zhuge Bagua Village (40 min). |
| 09:40–12:00 | Sightseeing in the village | Zhongchi Pond, Ancestral Hall, Dagongtang, entrance ticket 100¥. |
| 12:00–13:00 | Lunch | Local cuisine restaurant, recommended to try Jinhua ham. |
| 13:00–15:30 | Walk through the street labyrinth | Free time for photos, visit workshops, observation deck. |
| 15:30–16:10 | Transfer to the station | Ride to Jinhua Station. |
| 16:30–18:30 | Departure to Shanghai | Train G1384 (16:46) arrives at Hongqiao 18:40. |
💡 Important notes:
- Train tickets should be bought 5–7 days in advance.
- There are many narrow alleys in the village; comfortable shoes are a must.
- It is recommended to bring a map or navigation app – it is easy to get lost.
- For those interested, a two-day program with overnight stay in a village guesthouse is available.
Price and conditions
Tour price
Russian-speaking guide services, help with tickets, transfer arrangement, accompaniment.
Private car (sedan/minivan) for the whole day, transfer from Shanghai and back. Includes: fuel, toll roads, parking.
Approximate expenses per person
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Important information
The prices indicated are valid at the time of offer. Ticket and service costs may change. Booking is confirmed after prepayment. In case of cancellation less than 7 days in advance, no refund is given.
