Hongcun village is located in Anhui Province, China and is known for its well-preserved Ming and Qing dynasty architecture. It has over 150 residences built with pink walls and black tiles. The most notable building is Chengzhi Hall, praised as the 'Folk Imperial Palace' with its intricate woodcarvings. The village follows the natural flow of water running through open canals and into the central Moon Pond area. It became a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2000 for its historic architecture and cultural landscape blending with the natural environment.