<p class="ql-block">原創(chuàng)：倪捷兒 攝影：千喜</p> <p class="ql-block">Original content: Ni Jie'er, Photography: Qianxi</p> <p class="ql-block">上世紀六七十年代，無高鐵高速，亦少私家車。出行運輸，唯綠皮火車哐當、長途汽車顛簸、拖拉機轟鳴，或汽油船突突、搖櫓船咿呀，甚者徒步。童年隨父母居寧波余姚，外公外婆在紹興上虞鄉(xiāng)下。每逢春節(jié)、寒暑假，盼去外婆家心切，但需父母空才能成行。出發(fā)前夜，我們激動難眠，夢到趕不上車船驚醒，再睡竟至天亮。母親搖著喊“再不起來趕不上車了”，我們猛然驚醒，歡天喜地大呼小叫。</p> <p class="ql-block">In the 1960s and 1970s, there were no high-speed trains, and private cars were also scarce. For transportation, options included the clanging green-painted trains, the bumpy long-distance buses, the roaring tractors, or the noisy gasoline-powered boats and the creaking rowboats. In some cases, people even traveled on foot. When I was a child, I lived with my parents in Yuyao, Ningbo, while my grandparents lived in the countryside of Shaoxing, Shangyu. During the Spring Festival and during school vacations, I would eagerly look forward to going to my grandparents' house, but it required my parents to have free time to make the trip possible. The night before our departure, we would be so excited that we couldn't sleep, dreaming about missing our scheduled transportation and then waking up to continue sleeping until morning. My mother would shake me awake and say, "If you don't get up soon, you'll miss the bus!" We would suddenly wake up, full of joy and excitement, shouting and making noise. </p> <p class="ql-block">綠皮火車哐當?？可嫌菸宸蛘?，下站便見搖櫓船候于岸邊。槳聲咿呀，載我們向外婆家駛去，水波漾漣，兩岸風光漸退，遠望見外婆倚老樟樹下靜候。待船靠岸，她快步迎來，我們便撲進她懷里，她緊摟我們連喚“心肝寶貝”。歸時，她仍在樹下?lián)]手，暮色里身影愈牽腸。那時憑口信傳行程，外婆常一等便是一個時辰乃至半天，縱是不易卻滿是歡喜。自此，我與水鄉(xiāng)、古橋、搖櫓船結下深厚情結。</p> <p class="ql-block">The green-painted train clanged to a stop at the Wufu Station in Yu, and the next stop would see a rowboat waiting on the shore. The rhythmic sound of the oars carried us towards our grandmother's home. The water rippled gently, and the scenery on both banks gradually faded into the distance. From a distance, we could see our grandmother sitting quietly under an old cypress tree, waiting for us. When the boat reached the shore, she quickly approached, and we rushed into her arms. She tightly embraced us, calling us "dearest ones." As we prepared to leave, she continued to wave from under the tree, her figure growing more poignant against the backdrop of twilight. At that time, information about our journey was communicated orally, and our grandmother often waited for what seemed like an hour or even half a day. Despite the inconvenience, she was filled with joy. From that moment on, a deep connection was formed between me and the water towns, ancient bridges, and the rowboats.</p> <p class="ql-block">似水年華，流經半個多世紀的春夏秋冬，我從懵懂孩童、青澀少年，到溫婉少婦、沉穩(wěn)中年。2020年秋，初踏烏鎮(zhèn)，眼眶竟莫名濕潤，兒時記憶如潮水般涌來：水鄉(xiāng)、古橋、搖櫓船、外婆的身影，藍花布的素雅。心底漫起似曾相識的溫軟——仿佛曾踏過晨霧縈繞的巷弄，也曾倚過這河沿的石欄?？扉T定格時光，文字漫溢心中，“似水年華”系列美篇的構思，亦在悄然萌生。</p> <p class="ql-block">The years have flowed like water, passing through the seasons of spring, summer, autumn, and winter over a span of more than half a century. From a naive child to a young and inexperienced individual, and then to a gentle young woman and a composed middle-aged person, I have experienced various stages of life. In the autumn of 2020, when I first set foot in Wuzhen, tears unexpectedly welled up in my eyes. Childhood memories flooded back like a tide: the water town, ancient bridges, rowing boats, the figure of my grandmother, the simplicity of blue floral fabric. A sense of familiarity and warmth spread through my heart – as if I had walked through the narrow alleys shrouded in morning mist and had leaned against the stone railing by the riverbank. The moment was captured by the camera, and thoughts flowed freely in my mind. The concept for the "Like Water Years" series of beautiful posts began to take shape quietly.</p> <p class="ql-block">烏鎮(zhèn)的美，浸在千年流波里。一河自春秋淌來，貫穿南北古鎮(zhèn)，運河支流從西北角注入，時而為河、轉身成港、注腳成湖，七拐八彎織就水網，纏絡古鎮(zhèn)肌理。鎮(zhèn)因水而生，街依水而建，市傍水而興。家家臨河筑閣，推窗攬碧；戶戶曉窗汲水，晨霧映波。橋臥水上，串起茶余閑談；船行波間，載著朝暮歸程。臨水長廊勝過長情，可坐可臥，話桑麻、訴情長，任流水潺潺，漫過歲月悠長。</p> <p class="ql-block">The beauty of Wuzhen is immersed in the flowing waters that have existed for thousands of years. A river has flowed through the town since ancient times, connecting the northern and southern parts of the town. Tributaries of the canal flow into the town from the northwest corner, sometimes forming rivers, then turning into harbors, and finally becoming lakes. These twists and turns create a complex network of waterways, intricately woven into the fabric of the town. Wuzhen was born from the water, with streets built along the water's edge and commerce flourishing by its side. Houses are built along the riverbanks, with residents enjoying the view of the blue waters from their windows; households collect water from their morning windows, with morning mist reflecting on the waves. Bridges lie across the water, connecting moments of casual conversation; boats navigate through the waves, carrying people back and forth throughout the day and night. The waterfront promenade is more than just a scenic spot; it's a place where people can sit or lie down, sharing stories about daily life and expressing their feelings. The gentle flow of the water mirrors the passage of time, a constant companion through the years.</p> <p class="ql-block">烏鎮(zhèn)的美，醉在澄澈溫潤的水間。西柵河寬不過二十米，兩岸雞犬相聞，煙火可親。墻根木椅靜臥，石階蜿蜒至水，搖櫓船蕩波候客。獨坐在平頂搖櫓船中，可思亦可放空。綠波輕拍心岸，悠悠生喜。烏鎮(zhèn)是最宜發(fā)呆的去處，待思緒沉淀，人仿佛凝作壁上畫、岸邊景、水中影，與水鄉(xiāng)融為一體。這方水土，恰似一塊溫潤的江南玉，經風霜打磨，借流水滋養(yǎng)，在時光里沉淀出愈發(fā)醇厚的韻味。</p> <p class="ql-block">The beauty of Wuzhen lies in the clear and soothing waters. The river in Xiazhai, with a width of no more than twenty meters, is surrounded by villages where the sounds of chickens and dogs can be heard, and the sights of daily life are inviting. Wooden chairs are placed at the foot of the walls, and stone steps meander towards the water, where boats with oars wait for passengers. Sitting alone in a flat-roofed boat with oars, one can reflect or simply let the mind wander. The gentle waves caress the heart, bringing a sense of tranquility. Wuzhen is the perfect place to lose oneself in thought. After allowing one's thoughts to settle, it feels as though the person has become a painting on the wall, a scene by the shore, and a shadow in the water, all of which blend seamlessly with the water-rich environment. This region is akin to a warm and smooth piece of jade from the south of the Yangtze River. After enduring the test of time and benefiting from the nourishment provided by the flowing water, it has developed an increasingly rich and profound charm.</p> <p class="ql-block">烏鎮(zhèn)之美，藏于橋影交錯中。世間無同葉，烏鎮(zhèn)無同橋，南宋肇始，八十余橋錯落有致，堪稱“水鄉(xiāng)古橋博物館”。單孔橋、三孔橋和石拱橋等，有的莊嚴持重，苔痕爬滿石縫，沉淀著歲月的厚重；有的靈動飄逸，橋身線條簡練，如國畫飛白般寫意；有的樸素無華，靜靜橫臥河面，恰似老農的汗巾輕搭河腰。石橋之上，或有古亭翼然，或刻精雕圖案，或題對仗橋聯(lián)，每一處都藏著水鄉(xiāng)的溫婉與雅致。</p> <p class="ql-block">The beauty of Wuzhen lies in the intricate interplay of bridges. There are no two identical bridges or leaves in the world; Wuzhen has no two identical bridges either. Since the Southern Song Dynasty, over 80 bridges have been constructed in a way that creates a harmonious landscape, making it akin to a "Museum of Ancient Water Bridges." Bridges with single openings, those with three openings, and stone arch bridges, each with its own unique character. Some are solemn and imposing, with moss creeping into the crevices, carrying the weight of time. Others are graceful and ethereal, with simple yet elegant lines, reminiscent of the free-hand brushwork in Chinese painting. Some are unassuming and plain, quietly lying across the river, much like an old farmer's handkerchief draped lightly over the river's edge. Above these stone bridges, there might be ancient pavilions, intricate carvings, or couplets inscribed on the bridges, each element revealing the gentle charm and refined elegance characteristic of the water-laced landscape.</p> <p class="ql-block">烏鎮(zhèn)的橋，是掛在水上的歲月長卷。石拱攏著河霧，把別離與歸期都嵌進橋縫——曾有人倚欄望穿水色，慈母的眼波纏在櫓聲里，離鄉(xiāng)的帆影、還鄉(xiāng)的篙尖，都在水天茫茫處，落作橋欄上的苔痕。于烏鎮(zhèn)人而言，橋從不是路的終點。它是戲臺，演著千百年的悲歡；是鄉(xiāng)愁的錨，系著夢里的河埠與木窗；更是心的渡口——憑欄處，眼風掠過河面，便把半生的念，都寄給了流水與歸舟。</p> <p class="ql-block">The bridges in Wuzhen are like long scrolls hanging over the water. The stone arches embrace the mist over the river, embedding both separations and anticipated reunions within the crevices of the bridge. Some people have leaned on the railing, gazing intently at the water's surface. The tender gaze of a mother is intertwined with the sound of the oar. The silhouettes of ships leaving and returning, as well as the tips of oars, all blend into the vast expanse of the sky and water, leaving behind moss-covered marks on the bridge's railings. For the people of Wuzhen, bridges are not merely the endpoints of paths. They serve as stages where the joys and sorrows of countless years unfold; they act as anchors for homesickness, connecting the imagined river wharfs and wooden windows; and they are also the crossing points of the heart – from the railings, one can gaze out at the river, sending a lifetime's thoughts to the flowing water and returning boats.</p> <p class="ql-block">烏鎮(zhèn)西柵的水上集市，被一條木棧橋裁開兩岸煙火——棧橋橫臥西市河。桶是朱紅的，沉在船舷邊，把四鄉(xiāng)的鮮活都兜在水里；竹籃里的干貨裹著香，抓一把小食，齒間便落滿水鄉(xiāng)的煙火氣。河上的船：艙板鋪著竹匾，橙黃的橘、嫩白的蘿卜、紫透的薯芋，襯著木船的深褐，像把田壟搬上了波心。這是西柵的晨：船是鋪子，水是街巷，連風里都裹著蔬果的鮮氣，把舊時光的生活，過成了眼前的尋常。</p> <p class="ql-block">The water market in the West Village section of Wuzhen is divided into two distinct areas by a wooden causeway—the causeway stretches across the West River. The barrels are painted a deep red and are placed along the sides of the boats, capturing the freshness from the surrounding countryside. The dried goods in the bamboo baskets emit a fragrant aroma. Grabbing a handful of these snacks fills the mouth with the unique flavor of the water town. The boats on the river: their deck planks are covered with bamboo screens. The oranges, the tender white radishes, and the deep purple sweet potatoes and yams contrast with the deep brown color of the wooden boats, creating a scene that is akin to moving fields into the center of the river. This is the morning scene in the West Village: the boats function as shops, and the water flows like a bustling street. Even the breeze carries the freshness of fruits and vegetables, transforming the traditional way of life into something ordinary and familiar.</p> <p class="ql-block">烏鎮(zhèn)是被船櫓搖醒的，曙色剛浸軟檐角的瓦，長篙便劃破河霧，搖櫓聲裹著水汽聚向水市口。水閣的門板“吱呀”卸下，茶館的銅爐先熱了，豆腐攤的熱氣裹著豆香漫進巷里，接著是燒餅的蔥香，炒栗子的暖香。小鎮(zhèn)的晨味——煎餃泛著焦脆的邊，餛飩浮在骨湯里，小蔥一撒，晨露般的鮮氣便裹了滿碗。茶盞剛溫好，船娘的吳語順著河飄來，水鄉(xiāng)的日子，便在這一口鮮、一縷香里，醒得軟而熱鬧。</p> <p class="ql-block">Wuzhen was awakened by the rhythmic motion of the boat's oars. As the early light just began to soften the tiles at the eaves, long poles pierced through the misty river air, and the sound of the oars mixed with the moisture to converge at the waterfront. The wooden panels of the water pavilion were "creaking" as they were removed, and the copper stove in the teahouse started to heat up first. The steam from the tofu stall mingled with the fragrance of the tofu, spreading into the alleys. Next came the aroma of fried buns, followed by the warm fragrance of roasted chestnuts. The morning scent of the town—pan-fried dumplings with crispy edges, wontons floating in a broth, with a sprinkle of green onions adding a fresh, dew-like quality to each bowl. The teacups had just been warmed, and the boatwoman's Wu dialect floated down the river. The days in this water-laced town were awoken with the taste of freshness and the subtle aroma, creating a relaxed yet lively atmosphere.</p> <p class="ql-block">秋光漫過瓦棱，我倚在水閣的花窗旁。木格窗欞是舊年的紋路，像被時光浸軟的棋局，一格一格框住河面上的云影。檐角的青瓦疊著秋陽，泛著薄而暖的光，幾片欒樹的葉晃在窗沿，一半橙黃一半青，是季節(jié)沒縫好的針腳。河水是凝住的綠，把石橋、老屋、晃悠的櫓聲都浸得溫軟，連風掠過都帶著水汽——是江南獨有的、裹著桂香的潮潤。那一刻，似乎有一股真氣流入心田，至美之感，充盈天地。</p> <p class="ql-block">The autumn light permeates the ridges of the tiles, and I lean against the flower-framed window of the water pavilion. The wooden lattice work is reminiscent of the patterns from previous years, like a chessboard softened by time, each section framing the cloud shadows on the river's surface. The green tiles at the eaves reflect the autumn sunlight, casting a thin, warm glow. Several leaves of the mulberry tree sway near the window ledge, half orange-yellow and half green, representing the imperfect stitches of the season. The river water appears as a solid green, imbuing the stone bridge, the old houses, and the rhythmic sound of the swaying oar with a soothing warmth. Even the breeze that passes carries a damp, misty quality—a characteristic feature of the region, imbued with the fragrance of osmanthus. At that moment, it seems as if a vital energy flows into the heart, filling the world with a sense of supreme beauty.</p> <p class="ql-block">《道德經》有言“上善若水”，此非僅書于竹簡絲帛的哲理，更是行于煙火人間的真諦。那一汪澄澈碧水，以包容之心滋養(yǎng)萬物，以柔婉之態(tài)接納世事。春夏秋冬，經風霜雨雪，始終低吟不疾；日日夜夜，歷靜喧交替，皆以和顏不爭。水之品性，塑造了江南女子的風骨：如水溫柔，呵護至親；如水寧靜，打理煙火；如水堅定，無畏困苦。水，既是生命之源，更以品性喚醒人心，升華人格。</p> <p class="ql-block">The saying in the "Tao Te Ching" that "the highest virtue is like water" is not merely a philosophical concept inscribed on bamboo slips or silk fabric; it embodies the essence of living in harmony with the world. That serene and clear body of water nurtures all things with a spirit of inclusiveness and accepts the vicissitudes of life with a gentle demeanor. Through the seasons of spring, summer, autumn, and winter, it endures the trials of wind, frost, rain, and snow, always remaining calm and composed. Day and night, it navigates the transitions between tranquility and activity, maintaining a demeanor of harmony and non-conflict. The nature of water has shaped the character of the women of the Jiangnan region: gentle and nurturing towards loved ones, serene and capable of managing everyday life, and steadfast and unafraid of challenges. Water is not only the source of life but also awakens the human spirit and enhances personal character.</p> <p class="ql-block">五載之約，千里奔赴。2025年的秋，終赴與烏鎮(zhèn)“姐妹花”烏江寨的邀約。踏足此間方懂，何為“一眼即心安”——烏鎮(zhèn)浸著江南煙雨的柔，烏江寨藏著黔地山水的靈，恰似久別重逢的姐妹。橋影搖波、燈籠映巷，每一處都熨帖著心底的執(zhí)念。那些跨越時空距離的惦念，那些輾轉反側的期待，皆在眼前煙火與詩意中圓滿，也促成了似水年華系列美篇-舟行篇《一櫓搖出兩地春》的誕生。</p> <p class="ql-block">A five-year commitment led to a journey spanning thousands of miles. In the autumn of 2025, I finally fulfilled the invitation from the "sisterly duo" of Wujiang Zha in Wuzhen. Upon arriving, it became clear what it means to feel a sense of peace at first sight – Wuzhen exudes the gentle charm of Jiangnan's misty landscapes, while Wujiang Zha harbors the essence of the mountains and waters of the Qian region. It was as if reuniting with long-lost sisters. The reflections on the bridges, the lanterns illuminating the alleys, each detail resonates with the deep-seated desires in one's heart. The feelings of longing that transcend temporal boundaries, the restless anticipation, all find fulfillment in the harmonious blend of daily life and poetic beauty. This experience led to the creation of the series "Like Water Years" – the "Boat Travel" section, titled "A Single Rudder Brings Spring to Both Places."</p> <p class="ql-block">烏江寨，同由烏鎮(zhèn)團隊匠心雕琢。二者皆以水為脈、以橋為媒、以船為韻，氤氳著江南溫婉詩意，然烏江寨因熔鑄黔北風情，自成一格。二者均以曲河為軸，碧波如鏡，小船悠游，兩岸建筑映水，漾起靈動畫卷。烏鎮(zhèn)之水，為江南市河，銜京杭運河浩渺；烏江寨之水，乃烏江支流，含兩岸青山碧色，澄澈見底，卵石可數(shù)。更有梯田水霧繚繞，搭配音樂水舞秀，融自然水景與現(xiàn)代光影，織就虛實相生的夢幻之境。</p> <p class="ql-block">Wujiang Zha, meticulously crafted by the team from Wuzhen. Both places are characterized by their connection with water, the role of bridges as intermediaries, and the charm of boats, embodying the gentle and poetic essence of southern China. However, Wujiang Zha stands out due to its unique blend of the local culture of northern Guizhou. Both locations are centered around a winding river, with the water mirroring the surroundings. Small boats glide effortlessly, and the buildings on both banks reflect in the water, creating a dynamic and picturesque scene. The water in Wuzhen is part of the broader network of rivers and canals in southern China, connecting to the vast waterways of the Beijing-Hangzhou Grand Canal. The water in Wujiang Zha, on the other hand, is a tributary of the Wujiang River, characterized by the lush green hills and clear waters that can be seen from below, with pebbles visible beneath the surface. The area is further enhanced by mist-covered terraces and a synchronized water and music performance, blending natural water features with modern lighting effects to create a surreal and immersive experience.</p> <p class="ql-block">烏鎮(zhèn)與烏江寨的橋梁，皆是水鄉(xiāng)脈絡的關鍵節(jié)點和點睛之筆。它們多為玲瓏石橋，與蜿蜒河道、搖曳畫舫相映成趣，猶如水鄉(xiāng)獨有的詩意素描。烏鎮(zhèn)古橋，數(shù)量繁多且品類齊全，橋身鐫刻著歲月滄桑紋路，沉淀著濃郁的煙火氣息。烏江寨之橋，則融黔北風情于骨血，風雨橋與小巧石板橋錯落其間，常與吊腳樓兩兩相望相映。穿行其中，既可賞獨竹漂的靈動身姿，亦能覽燈光秀的璀璨盛景。</p> <p class="ql-block">The bridge between Wuzhen and Wjiangzhai is both a key node and a brilliant illustration of the water town network. They are mostly beautiful stone bridges, which contrast with winding rivers and wandering painting boats, as if they are poetry drawings unique to the water town. The ancient bridges in Wuzhen are numerous and of all kinds, and the bridges are carved with the lines of the years and have a rich aroma of fireworks. Wujiang Walled Bridge, then into the customs of northern Guizhou Gu Xue, wind and rain bridges and small stone slab bridge scattered in the meantime, often with the Diaojiaolou 22 Xiangying. Throughout the trip, you can both admire the breathtaking attitude of a bamboo float and see the brilliant scenery of a light show.</p> <p class="ql-block">烏鎮(zhèn)與烏江寨，皆以搖櫓船為水鄉(xiāng)靈韻之載體，乘一葉扁舟游弋其間，亦是體悟水鄉(xiāng)風情的核心之法。船行水上，槳聲咿呀，如訴歲月悠長，人在舟中，便可沉浸式飽覽兩岸風光，盡攬水鄉(xiāng)雅韻。烏鎮(zhèn)的搖櫓船，曾為生計之舟，船身厚重穩(wěn)當，岸邊船寮留存，載滿煙火記憶。烏江寨的搖櫓船，主打游玩之趣，可賞獨竹漂，聞山歌對唱；夜游時，燈光與無人機秀交織，盡是別樣風情。</p> <p class="ql-block">Both Wuzhen and Wujiang Zha rely on rowing boats as the carriers of the essence of the water-based landscape. To navigate through these areas on a small, flat boat is also a fundamental way to experience the unique charm of the water-based environment. As the boat glides across the water, the rhythmic sound of the oars creates a sense of timelessness. Being on the boat allows one to fully immerse themselves in the scenery on both sides, fully appreciating the refined charm of the water-based area. The rowing boats in Wuzhen were once used for practical purposes, with sturdy and reliable vessels. The boat sheds along the shore still exist, filled with memories of daily life. The rowing boats in Wujiang Zha are designed primarily for recreational purposes, enabling visitors to enjoy activities such as bamboo rafting and listening to folk songs. During nighttime tours, the interplay of lights and drone shows creates a unique and captivating atmosphere.</p> <p class="ql-block">秋浸烏江寨時，風是裹著水汽的涼。著一身素色格子旗袍的小女子——站立在搖櫓船的船頭，橘色油紙傘撐住半肩云影——那抹艷色落進碧水里，倒比兩岸吊腳樓的木色更軟。船槳咿呀碾開波紋，連帶著黔南的山也晃成了朦朧的綠，風里浸著草木的淡香，裹得人連呼吸都輕。遠處的風雨橋臥在煙嵐里，吊腳樓的飛檐勾著天，船行處，時光慢得像這一河靜水，連風都替人收著心事。</p> <p class="ql-block">During the autumn immersion in the Wujiang Fort, the air was cool and imbued with moisture. A young woman dressed in a plain-colored, checkered cheongsam stood at the bow of the rowing boat, with an orange-colored oil paper umbrella shielding part of her silhouette against the clouds. This vibrant color blended seamlessly into the emerald waters, making it even softer than the wooden tones of the hanging-foot houses on both banks. The boat's oars creaked as they cut through the waves, causing the mountains of Qiannan to appear as a hazy green. The faint fragrance of plants and herbs wafted through the air, making one feel as though even their breathing was lightened. The distant Wind and Rain Bridge lay shrouded in mist, the overhanging eaves of the hanging-foot houses reaching towards the sky. As the boat moved, time seemed to slow down, much like the still waters of this river. Even the wind seemed to carry away the thoughts and concerns of those on board.</p> <p class="ql-block">船身擦過水草時，帶起細碎的響——那是秋蟲藏在莖稈里的輕鳴，混著船工竹篙點水的“篤”聲，裹進風里往人耳尖鉆。旗袍的格紋沾了水汽，軟得貼了腰，指尖碰著傘骨晃了晃，竟抖落幾點日光碎金，濺在吊腳樓的木窗上。風裹著黔北山水的潤，漫過鼻尖時是桂香混著濕土的淡，船行半程，連發(fā)梢都沾了層絨絨的涼，抬眼處，山尖浸在云里，像浸在茶里的葉，連時光都泡得溫軟</p> <p class="ql-block">As the boat's hull brushed against the aquatic vegetation, delicate sounds were produced—these were the soft chirps of autumn insects hidden within the stems, mingled with the "thud" sound of the bamboo pole used by the boatmen as they maneuvered the vessel through the water. The checkered pattern of the cheongsam was drenched with moisture, making it cling softly to the body. When the fingertips touched the umbrella ribs, they swayed slightly, causing a few flecks of sunlight to fall and splash onto the wooden windows of the shophouse. The breeze carried with it the refreshing scent of the Qiannan mountain waters, blending the fragrance of osmanthus with the damp earthiness. By the halfway point of the journey, even the ends of the hair had been coated with a layer of coolness. Looking up, one could see the peaks of the mountains submerged in clouds, much like tea leaves immersed in water, where even time seemed to become gentle and soothing.</p> <p class="ql-block">秋意浸滿了烏江寨的水，連風都裹著草木的潤。青石板級浸著濕意，綠旗袍曳過石面時，恰與橋底的流波撞了個軟。著綠旗袍的小女子執(zhí)團扇立在石上，扇面輕晃，便搖落橋廊下的黃燈籠影——那座老木橋馱著黔北的秋，連廊柱的紋里都浸著水汽，風過處，檐角的鈴沒響，倒驚得流波里的云影碎了一河。抬眼時，橋欄的木色、山尖的綠、旗袍的翠，全揉進這一灣水里，時光慢得像被流波纏了腳。</p> <p class="ql-block">The autumn atmosphere permeates the waters of Wujiang Village, even the wind carries the moisture from the plants and trees. The stone steps are damp, and when the green cheongsam passes over them, it gently collides with the flowing water at the base of the bridge. A young woman dressed in green cheongsam holds a fan and stands on the stone steps. The fan's delicate movement causes the yellow lanterns hanging below the bridge to sway—a soft collision between the fan's motion and the flowing water. The green cheongsam-clad girl holds a fan, and as the fan's surface sways, it causes the yellow lantern shadows below the bridge to flutter—the old wooden bridge bears the autumn atmosphere of Qianbei, and even the carvings on the bridge's pillars seem to be imbued with moisture. When the wind passes, the bells at the eaves do not ring, but instead, they startle the ripples in the water, causing the cloud-like shadows to break into fragments across the entire river. Looking up, one can see how the wood color of the bridge railing, the green of the mountain peaks, and the green hue of the cheongsam blend seamlessly into the water. Time seems to slow down as if it is being entangled by the flowing water.</p> <p class="ql-block">秋陽是淡的，漫過烏江寨的吊樓飛檐，把木色浸得溫軟。綠水纏石級成彎，身著著綠旗袍的小女子——立在水畔，團扇半開，扇面的銀紋映著波影，紅穗子垂在風里，和裙擺的褶皺一同輕擺——倒像她才是這秋水里浸出的一莖荷。吊樓的欄柱浸著潮意，苔痕爬滿石徑，風裹著草木的濕香漫過來時，她抬腕把扇面遮在鬢邊，眼尾彎出一點笑，連睫毛的影子都落在水面，讓這秋的柔，又深了一層。</p> <p class="ql-block">The autumn sunlight is gentle, spreading over the ornate eaves of the pavilions in the Wujiang Village, imbuing the wooden structures with a soft warmth. The green water meanders around the stone steps, forming a gentle curve. A young woman dressed in a green cheongsam stands by the water's edge, holding a half-open fan. The silver patterns on the fan surface reflect the ripples of the water. The red tassels dangle in the breeze, swaying gently along with the folds in her skirt—it seems as though she herself is a lotus stem emerging from this autumn water. The railing posts of the pavilions are imbued with a damp feel, and moss covers the stone paths. When the wind carries the damp scent of plants and herbs, she lifts her wrist to shield the fan from her hair, her eyes twinkling with a hint of amusement. Even the shadows of her eyelashes fall onto the water, adding another layer of the autumn's gentle charm.</p> <p class="ql-block">木樓疊在山階上，像浸了墨的書簡——深灰瓦檐勾著翹角，雕花窗欞里漏出幾縷煙火。新漆的木欄沾著潮露，老藤從吊腳樓縫里鉆出來纏上廊柱，一半是古寨的溫沉，一半是秋光的清潤。船娘的苗繡圍裙沾著桂香，竹簍里的糖炒栗子殼正暖，岸邊阿婆蹲在青石板上剝新收的糯谷，巷口的酸湯魚鍋正沸，木窗里漏出的辣子香裹著秋陽，連風掠過吊腳樓的吱呀聲，都像浸了糯米酒的軟。</p> <p class="ql-block">The wooden structure juts out from the mountain path, resembling a piece of ink-stained scroll paper—deep-gray eaves with curved corners, with a few wisps of smoke emerging from the intricately carved wooden window frames. The newly painted wooden railing is damp with moisture, while old vines have slit their way through the gaps in the hanging-foot structure, intertwining with the pillars, creating a blend of the tranquility of an ancient stronghold and the refreshing clarity of autumn light. The floral embroidery on the boat woman's apron is infused with the fragrance of osmanthus, the sugar-fried chestnut shells in the bamboo basket are warm to the touch. An elderly woman is crouching by the shore, peeling newly harvested glutinous rice grains from the stone slab. In the alleyway, the pot of sour fish soup is bubbling, and the spicy aroma escaping through the wooden windows mingles with the autumn sunlight. Even the creaking sound of the hanging-foot structure as the wind passes through seems to be imbued with the softness of rice wine.</p> <p class="ql-block">烏江寨的河道蜿蜒鋪展，水流順著山勢漾開舒緩的韻律，兩岸青山如黛，把吊腳樓的木色輪廓、飛翹檐角都浸在水里。這里沒有江南水巷的窄仄精巧，反倒憑著黔北山野的底色，透出一種開闊的蒼茫。站在石級上深情回望，一邊驚嘆自然造物的鬼斧神工，一邊感念烏鎮(zhèn)團隊的巧思：沒有刻意雕琢，只是順著山水的脾性鋪陳煙火，既留著這方天地的山野本真，又表達烏鎮(zhèn)團隊的詩意溫柔。</p> <p class="ql-block">The riverbed of Wujiang Zha meanders gracefully, with the water flowing in a soothing rhythm that follows the contours of the mountains. The green hills on both banks create a picturesque scene, with the wooden outlines of the hanging-foot-style buildings and the elegantly curved eaves all submerged in the water. Unlike the narrow and intricate waterways found in the Jiangnan region, this area boasts a more expansive and rugged landscape. Standing on the stone steps, one can reflect deeply, marveling at the extraordinary craftsmanship of nature while appreciating the ingenious design of the Wuzhen team: without any deliberate embellishments, the scene unfolds organically in harmony with the natural characteristics of the mountains and water. This approach not only preserves the authentic essence of the natural surroundings but also conveys the poetic and gentle spirit of the Wuzhen team.</p> <p class="ql-block">綠水青山托舉文脈，保護傳承賦能創(chuàng)新。烏鎮(zhèn)團隊以這一哲理思維深耕文旅，打造的產品風靡國內外，尤其圈粉青年一代，一舉成為全國古鎮(zhèn)營收、運營、管理、好評“四料頂流”。這份成績，浸透著團隊全員的心血汗水與赤誠熱愛。團隊核心陳向宏董事長更是以身作則：既高瞻遠矚設計宏偉藍圖，又親力親為雕琢建筑細節(jié)，于他而言，唯有“時間備份”，方能承載對烏鎮(zhèn)的極致追求。</p> <p class="ql-block">The green waters and lush mountains support the cultural heritage, protecting and preserving it while empowering innovation. The team in Wuzhen has deeply explored the integration of culture and tourism based on this philosophical approach, resulting in products that have gained popularity both domestically and internationally, particularly among the younger generation. This achievement has made Wuzhen a leading example in terms of revenue, operation, management, and positive reviews for ancient towns across the country. This success is a testament to the dedication, hard work, and genuine passion of the entire team. The team's core leader, Chairman Chen Xianghong, exemplifies this approach: he not only envisions a grand blueprint with a long-term perspective but also personally engages in refining the architectural details. For him, only a "backup of time" can truly embody the highest aspirations for Wuzhen.</p> <p class="ql-block">烏鎮(zhèn)的櫓聲是軟的，搖碎石橋下的菱花影；烏江寨的櫓聲是潤的，蕩開吊樓邊的秋波痕。這同出一脈的船，載著烏鎮(zhèn)團隊復刻時光的匠心水意，搖動來往游客激活時光的追憶線索。烏鎮(zhèn)的檐角掛著江南的雨，烏江寨的石徑映著黔地的云，卻都在搖櫓聲里漾成了心頭的春。原來不管是江南的巷，還是山間的寨，不管是浙北的溫婉，還是黔地的靈秀，因著一脈匠心的雕琢，那些被波紋裹住、櫓聲配樂的溫柔，從來都是連接古今、不分南北的團圓。</p> <p class="ql-block">The sound of the oars in Wuzhen is soft, causing the delicate reflections of water lilies beneath the stone bridges to shatter; the sound of the oars in Wujiang Zha is soothing, spreading the gentle ripples along the edges of the hanging pavilions. These boats, all part of the same lineage, carry the meticulous craftsmanship and poetic essence of Wuzhen, stirring the memories of visitors and activating the threads of time. The eaves of Wuzhen are adorned with the rain of the Jiangnan region, while the stone paths in Wujiang Zha reflect the clouds of the Qian region. Yet, both are transformed into a sense of spring within the hearts of those who hear the soothing sound of the oars. It turns out that whether it's the narrow alleys of the Jiangnan region or the secluded villages in the mountains, whether it's the gentle charm of the northern Zhejiang region or the ethereal beauty of the southern Qian region, due to the meticulous craftsmanship, the tender melodies accompanied by the sound of the oars have always been a unifying force that bridges the past and the present, transcending geographical boundaries.</p> <p class="ql-block">編輯：倪捷兒 文字：倪捷兒 出鏡人：倪捷兒 晨雪 視頻制作：倪捷兒 攝影：千喜 化妝：晨雪 審讀：鄢祖鋒 參考文獻：《烏鎮(zhèn)志》等 服裝：修奇品牌 拍攝時間地點：2020年秋桐鄉(xiāng)烏鎮(zhèn)東柵西柵，2025年秋遵義烏江寨</p> <p class="ql-block">Editor: Ni Jie’er. Text: Ni Jie’er. Presenters: Ni Jie’er, Chen Xue. Video Production: Ni Jie’er. Photography: Qianxi. Makeup: Chen Xue. Review: Yan Zu-feng. References: “Wuzhen Chronicles” et al. Clothing: Xiuqi brand. Filming Time and Location: Dongzha and Xizha areas of Wuzhen, Tongxiang County, in autumn 2020 and autumn 2025 in Yujiang Village, Yiwu.</p>