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Xiasi Ancient Town
The Xiasi Ancient Town is adjacent to the Qingshui River, integrating natural landscapes, historical culture and ethnic customs. It was once an important stop on the ancient Tea Horse Road, and today it still retains the scenery of the water town featuring the ancient pier. It has rich cultural and historical landscapes, such as Yangming Academy, World Famous Dog Expo Court, Qingjiang Huangmu Museum, Zhonghua Sour Soup Museum, Character Library, Mingxin Bay Lusong Square, Xia Si, Pebble Flower Street, and the Grand Pier of Qingjiang River. The residents here are mainly ethnic groups such as Miao, Yi and Yi, and they integrate Jiangnan courtyard, Weipai architecture, Minnan architecture and nursery architecture in the building. They are unique and very charming.Kaili · 19km from downtown
Kaili Miao-Dong Customs Park
Located in Kaili, Qiandongnan, Guizhou, China, Kaili Miao-Dong Folk Customs Park is a unique attraction that showcases the Miao and Dong cultures. The park has a unique architectural style that combines the traditional Miao and Dong wooden structures with exquisite carving art. Visitors can enjoy traditional ethnic song and dance performances here and feel the strong local cultural atmosphere. The park has several pavilions that showcase the history, costumes, handicrafts and living customs of the Miao and Dong ethnic groups. Visitors can participate in interactive activities such as handicraft making and folk dance learning to experience the local culture in depth. The park also provides guided tours to help visitors better understand the exhibits and cultural background. Kaili Miao-Dong Folk Customs Park is not far from the city center, and visitors can choose to drive or take public transportation to get there. There are dining facilities in the park, offering local specialties, which is a good opportunity to taste the flavor of Guizhou. Visitors are advised to check the opening hours and event schedule in advance to plan their itinerary reasonably. Kaili Miao-Dong Folk Customs Park is not only a good place for cultural experience, but also an ideal place to relax and enjoy nature.Kaili · 1.4km from downtown
Nanhua Miao Village
Nanhua Miao Village is a famous Miao-style tourist attraction in Guizhou, one of the rural tourism demonstration sites in Guizhou Province, and a highlight of the Bala River Scenic Area in the National Agricultural Tourism Demonstration Belt. Miao Village is located in the upper reaches of the Bala River, where the folk customs are simple, the scenery is beautiful, and the folk customs are unique. Pass. There is a wind and rain bridge across the Bala River in Zhaimen. After crossing the bridge, the Zhaizi is scattered on the hillside on the side of the river bank. It doesn't take long to walk down the stockade.Kaili · 11.8km from downtown
Jidao Miao Village
Jidao Miao Village is a Miao village with well-preserved buildings and strong ethnic customs in the suburbs of Kaili City, Qiandongnan Miao and Dong Autonomous Prefecture, Guizhou Province. There are more than 100 families in this Miao village, who have followed the ancient songs of the Miao people for hundreds of years. unique style. Jidao Miao Village is divided into upper and lower villages. Jidao Xia Village faces the river in front and the mountain at the back, which is somewhat similar to Nanhua Miao Village. In Jidao, there are several aspects worth visiting. One is to walk on a century-old ancient road and experience the diligence of the common people; the other is to look at the century-old granary and think about the wisdom of the working people; the third is to listen to a century-old ancient song and watch folk culture; Ancient trees, thinking about the vicissitudes of life; the fifth is to swim in the Bala River and enjoy the joy of clear springs. When you come to Jidao Miao Village, you can taste Miao Wang fish (vegetarian fish mixed with green peppers), fish in sour soup, eight pieces of chicken, pickled fish, cured meat, pickled soup and other Bala River-style dishes cooked by the Miao family.Kaili · 13.3km from downtown
Liugejicun
The remote location, deep in the mountains of southeastern Guizhou, has not changed for decades or even hundreds of years, and it is suddenly isolated from the world. It is a well-preserved village. It is like an old man, persistent, firm, and infatuated waiting.Kaili · 19.8km from downtown
Xijiang Qianhu Miao Village - Century-old Stilted Houses
Xijiang Qianhu Miao Village is located in Leishan County, Qiandongnan Miao and Dong Autonomous Prefecture, Guizhou Province, China. The village's distinctive ethnic architecture is Xijiang Qianhu Miao Village - Century-old Stilted Houses. These wooden structures are built along the mountainside, tier upon tier, following the slope and forming continuous clusters, creating a magnificent scene that reflects the Miao people's wisdom and hard work. They are built close to the water and the mountains, with the rear section constructed on a steep slope and the front section supported by wooden columns that form the characteristic stilted supports. Many of the buildings use a timber-frame layout with a hip-and-gable roof and are built of wood, demonstrating the Miao people's superb carpentry skills and offering both practicality and visual appeal. At Xijiang Qianhu Miao Village, visitors can stroll among the ancient stilt houses and soak in the rich ethnic atmosphere. At night these buildings look even more enchanting under the lights, and from the viewing platform you can overlook the entire village and experience the unique charm of this millennia-old settlement.Leishan · 21km from Kaili
Qiandongnan Prefecture Ethnic Museum
The Southeast Guizhou Nationalities Museum is located in the Square Road of Kaili City, southeast Guizhou Miao and Dong Autonomous Prefecture. The architectural form is quite ethnic. The central tower is in the form of the Yi Drum Tower, and the East and West Towers are in the form of Miao people. The whole museum consists of theme pavilions such as “Ministry of Ethnic Minorities” and “Made in National Minority Costumes”. It displays various kinds of objects that are reflected in the daily life of the Miao and Sui people, and the culture and history of the Miao and Dong nationalities. A good show.Kaili · 579m from downtown
贵州村T
Must-see highlights! ■ Intangible cultural heritage haute couture show: Miao embroidery, silver ornaments, and batik take center stage! Villagers strut with farming tools, as reed-pen dance BGM transports you to ancient villages! Recommended shows: Gu Axin's "reviving antique embroidery" collection (eco-chic!), and the living fossil of Chinese opera (Anshun Dixi's breathtaking performance) 2 grassroots model troupe with local villagers as stars! 70-year-old embroiderer struts the runway, village kids steal the show with adorable moves, and a tooth fertilizer fashion show you won't believe (village T models outshine supermodels with their runway presence!) 3 immersive Chinese-style experiences: Anshun Dixi opera lands at Guizhou Village T stage! Intangible cultural heritage meets Chinese trends, tradition revitalized! Divine-demonic crossover! Nama leads the celestial-demon troupe to rock the Village T show! Miao batik blends with Huntian Xu (the true pinnacle of Chinese trends!)Kaili · 1.4km from downtown
Elephant Hill Scenic Area
The Elephant Hill Scenic Area is located in the heart of Guilin, at the confluence of the Li River and the Peach Blossom River. It derives its name from its resemblance to a giant elephant stretching its trunk to drink from the sweet waters of the Li River. In his work "Records of Elephant Hill," Shu Shu, a Qing Dynasty official from the Ministry of Works, wrote: "The marvels of Guangxi lie in its mountains; the marvels of Guangxi's mountains lie in their rocks, and the elephant-shaped hill facing the provincial capital is the most marvelous of all." With its lifelike form, the attraction captivates visitors and stands as a quintessential representation of Guilin's landscape. In 1995, it was designated as the city emblem of Guilin. The main attractions in the scenic area include: Elephant Hill and Water Moon, Puxian Pagoda, Elephant Hill Scenic Area and Guilin Sanhua Liquor, Elephant Hill Scenic Area - Love Island, and Elephant Hill Scenic Area - Yunfeng Temple Taiping Heavenly Kingdom Exhibition Hall. Elephant trunk hill and water moon cave "Elephant trunk hill and water moon" is a spectacular wonder here, as described in the poem by Ji Bei Hermit of the Song Dynasty.Harmony of water, moon and caveThe poem reads: "The moon is beneath the water, the moon floats upon the water. The water flows but the moon stays, the moon departs yet the water still flows." On a moonlit night, visiting the Water Moon Cave at the Elephant Trunk Hill attraction presents a magical scene where the moon in the sky, the cave, and the water reflect each other beautifully. Inside the cave, you can find the "Poem and Preface of the Morning Sun Pavilion" by Zhang Xiaoxiang from the Song Dynasty and works by Fan Chengda.Inscription on the water and moon caveAnd over 50 precious cliff carvings including Lu You's poetry manuscripts. Xiangshan scenic area - Puxian pagoda Winding up along the rocky cliffs, you can see the Puxian pagoda standing tall amidst the greenery from afar. Built during the Ming dynasty, this 13.6m-high solid brick lama-style pagoda has a history of over 400 years. On the northern side of the pagoda, there is a line-engraved bluestone statue of a bodhisattva, with the mantra "Namo Puxian Bodhisattva" inscribed above it, hence the name Puxian pagoda in the Xiangshan attraction. Buddhist scriptures record that Puxian bodhisattva's mount is a six-tusked white elephant, making the pagoda's location atop Xiangshan mountain a perfect embodiment of this scripture. Elephant Hill Scenic Area and Guilin Sanhua liquor This is a natural wine cellar, with two-thirds of the mountain being hollow. It stays warm in winter and cool in summer, maintaining a constant temperature of 19°C and humidity above 90% year-round. Since the Song Dynasty, it has served as an official cellar for storing Sanhua wine. Sanhua wine is colorless and transparent, with a fragrant yet spicy taste. It drawsLi RiverWith the essence of the mountains and the soul of the Li River, it has become a representative of China's rice-aroma liquor. The cellar liquor was designated as a tribute to the imperial court as early as the Northern Song Dynasty and is one of the three treasures of Guilin. To date, nearly a thousand tons of liquor are stored in the caves. Love island Love island is located on the north side of the attraction, adjacent toLi RiverIt is another scenic viewpoint for distant viewing. The island boasts a beautiful environment and lush vegetation, making it a popular dating spot for locals in the 1970s, hence the name "love island". Today, it serves as an outdoor photography base for wedding celebrations against the backdrop of Guilin's landscape, where couples make their vows of love under the witness of the elephant trunk hill and the moon reflected in the water.China · Guilin
Wudong Miao Village
Wudong Village is also called Wudong Miao Village because it is a Miao settlement. It is an administrative village in Danjiang Town, Leishan County, Guizhou Province, 20 kilometers away from the county seat. Wudong is a Miao village located in the valley on the northwest side of Leigong Mountain, about 1,300 meters above sea level.Leishan · 28.3km from Kaili
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Xiasi Ancient Town
Kaili · 19km from downtownKaili Miao-Dong Customs Park
Kaili · 1.4km from downtownNanhua Miao Village
Kaili · 11.8km from downtownJidao Miao Village
Kaili · 13.3km from downtownLiugejicun
Kaili · 19.8km from downtownXijiang Qianhu Miao Village - Century-old Stilted Houses
Leishan · 21km from KailiQiandongnan Prefecture Ethnic Museum
Kaili · 579m from downtown贵州村T
Kaili · 1.4km from downtownElephant Hill Scenic Area
China · GuilinImmediate access, Book now for today, Cancel anytimeWudong Miao Village
Leishan · 28.3km from Kaili
What travellers say about Kaili
西格玛 12318 August 2026
5.0
Nestled against the mountains and beside the water, Xiasi Ancient Town blends Huizhou, Lingnan, Western, and ethnic minority architectural styles, with its cobblestone streets and rustic wooden buildings creating a picturesque scene. It retains its authentic, everyday atmosphere, and its local delicacies, such as sour fish soup, are unforgettable. The ancient town is tranquil and simple, steeped in history, making it an ideal place to escape the hustle and bustle and explore its hidden gems.
Xiasi Ancient Town
爱玩的野孩子7 May 2025
5.0
Kaili Miao-Dong Folk Culture Park is an excellent window to appreciate the culture of Guizhou's ethnic minorities. The park features traditional Miao-Dong architecture, with wooden stilt houses scattered in an orderly manner and carved eaves that fully demonstrate the beauty of ethnic craftsmanship. Visitors can watch intangible cultural heritage displays such as reed pipe dance and silver jewelry making, taste special foods such as sour soup fish and glutinous rice, and participate in hand-made experiences such as batik and embroidery. Although it is slightly commercialized, the concentrated ethnic customs and interactive activities are still very attractive, making it a convenient choice for exploring the humanities of Southeast Guizhou.
Kaili Miao-Dong Customs Park
吴立珍6 June 2020
4.0
Nanhua Miao Village is located in the upper reaches of the Bala River. It is the closest Miao village to Kaili. The Lurong Highway passes by the river at the foot of the village. Women in Nanhua Miao Village mostly wear long skirts and are called "Long Skirt Miao". Due to convenient transportation, Nanhua has a relatively good tourism development.
Nanhua Miao Village
君桵31 December 2019
5.0
I've been there twice. It's a small Miao village, simple and quiet. There are only old people and children. It's a place that makes people calm down...
Away from the hustle and bustle of the city, breathe the air with the smell of sunshine and grass~
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Jidao Miao Village
啦啦lala岛7 November 2019
5.0
Just passing by, just for fun, I'll get off and take a look next time
Liugejicun
行者心旅15 August 2025
5.0
西江千户苗寨的百年吊脚楼是苗族传统建筑的重要代表，具有重要的历史、文化和建筑价值。这些吊脚楼多建于百年前，采用木质结构，依山而建，充分利用自然环境，具有防潮、避虫和通风的功能。其独特的悬空设计体现了苗族人民的智慧与生活习惯，也展现了浓厚的民族特色。从文化角度看，百年吊脚楼不仅是居住场所，更是苗族传统生活方式和审美观念的载体。它们承载着苗族的历史记忆，体现了民族的工艺技艺和建筑智慧，是民族文化的重要象征。保护这些古老建筑，有助于传承苗族文化，增强民族认同感。然而，随着旅游业的发展和现代化进程的推进，部分吊脚楼面临破损和维护难题。维护工作需要投入大量资金和技术，确保古建筑的完整性和安全性。同时，过度商业化可能影响其原始风貌和文化价值。因此，合理的保护措施和持续的修缮是必要的。总体而言，西江苗寨的百年吊脚楼不仅是苗族文化的瑰宝，也是中国传统民居的杰出代表。保护和传承这些古建筑，既有助于弘扬民族文化，也能促进可持续旅游发展，彰显文化自信与历史价值。
Xijiang Qianhu Miao Village - Century-old Stilted Houses
我爱一个人的旅游30 November 2022
5.0
The Qiandongnan Prefecture Ethnic Museum is worth a visit. The scenery here is nice. The museum displays many ethnic cultural relics of Qiandongnan Prefecture, which you can slowly appreciate.
Qiandongnan Prefecture Ethnic Museum
M45***4825 September 2026
5.0
When visiting Guilin, a must-see is Elephant Trunk Hill, the city's iconic landmark. It truly lives up to its reputation as the face of Guilin's landscape; only by seeing it in person can one truly appreciate the wonders of nature. The entire mountain sits on the banks of the Li River, resembling a giant elephant bowing to drink from the water. The Water Moon Cave cuts through the mountain, its reflection shimmering in the water, creating the famous Elephant Trunk Hill and Water Moon spectacle—a flowing ink painting.
The scenic area is clean and comfortable, with walking paths built along the Li River, shaded by lush trees, making for a delightful stroll. You can climb the mountain for panoramic views of Guilin, or find classic vantage points along the riverbank to capture stunning, atmospheric photos. Boat trips are also available, offering a different and breathtaking perspective of Elephant Trunk Hill from the river.
The scenic area is conveniently located in the city center, with excellent transportation and comprehensive facilities. Every step reveals a new vista, allowing you to truly experience the unparalleled beauty of Guilin's landscape. Don't miss it when traveling to Guilin; it's definitely worth a visit.
Elephant Hill Scenic Area
粉红色的猴29 September 2024
5.0
Green mountains, gurgling water, rows of stilt houses, and winding country roads are all here in the Wudong Miao Village deep in Leigong Mountain. Wudong Miao Village is located halfway up the Leigong Mountain, the main peak of Miaoling Mountain, with an altitude of 1,300 meters. It is known as a paradise on earth at the foot of Leigong Mountain and is listed as one of the "Classic Village Landscapes in China".
Wudong Miao Village
