One of China’s most talked about new boutique hotels has opened up in the most unlikely place, the small ancient town of Pingyao. The opening of this beautiful historic hotel has made Pingyao the place the visit in China for summer 2012.
First built in the mid-17th century, the Jing’s Residence structure was once the home of a wealthy silk merchant. Today, it has been beautifully renovated while still reflecting traces of its historic past. The design is in the traditional Chinese courtyard style, with modern amenities and traditional local design elements. Both standard rooms and suites are available. Tables and chairs in the courtyards outside each room allow guests to relax and enjoy the historic surroundings.
Pingyao is one of China’s most well preserved ancient towns. Within the city wall is a labyrinth of traditional courtyard homes, dynasty era banks, curios shops, and ancient temples. A few days can easily be whiled away simply wandering or biking through the small alleys, visiting the various historic sites, and sipping tea in your Jing's Residence courtyard.
The China Guide offers tours to Pingyao as individual trips or as part of any China tour and can offer discount rates for Jing's Residence rooms and suites. For more information about Pingyao visit: http://www.thechinaguide.com/pingyao/. To start planning your tour today, email book@thechinaguide.com.
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