CHINA-HUNAN-CHENZHOU-WAYAOPING-OLDEN HOUSE-RENOVATION (CN)

(260117) -- CHENZHOU, Jan. 17, 2026 (Xinhua) -- An aerial drone photo taken on Jan. 16, 2026 shows a view of the Wayaoping historic and cultural district in Chenzhou City, central China's Hunan Province. The Wayaoping historic and cultural district is home to a cluster of olden buildings in styles of Ming and Qing dynasties (1368-1911) that feature grey-tiled roofs and white walls.

The local government has renovated and restored some of the time-honored structures in recent years, introducing diverse business such as homestays, restaurants and intangible cultural heritage workshops.

These efforts have turned the district into a comprehensive tourism destination for cultural experience and leisure recreations. (Xinhua/Chen Zhenhai)

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