Dongxiang Autonomous County Travel
Dongxiang Autonomous County, Gansu Province — the cultural center of the Dongxiang ethnic group with rich folk customs. Enjoy the pastoral scenery of Tangwang Apricot Blossom Village, visit the religious sacred site of Hongta Temple, and experience the unique folk customs of the Dongxiang people. A 2-day 1-night itinerary to deeply experience ethnic customs.
2-Day 1-Night Ethnic Customs Tour in Dongxiang Autonomous County
Enjoy Tangwang apricot blossom pastoral scenery, visit the ancient Hongta Temple, and experience Dongxiang folk customs
Arrive at Dongxiang County and visit Tangwang Apricot Blossom Village. Visit Hongta Temple in the afternoon.
- Dongxiang Hotel
- Tangwang Farmhouse
- County Business Hotel
- Dongxiang Handgrabbed Lamb
- Apricot Preserves
- Covered Bowl Tea
- Respect the etiquette of religious sites
- Book accommodation in advance during apricot blossom season
- Pay attention to sun protection
Visit Dongxiang Folk Village in the morning to experience ethnic customs. Free time in the afternoon to buy local specialties and end the trip.
- About 15 km from county seat to Folk Village
- It is recommended to go by chartered car
- Tangwang Apricot Blossom Village: Free
- Hongta Temple: ¥20
- Folk Village: ¥30
- Apricot Blossom Photography
- Religious Culture Visit
- Folk Custom Interactive Experience
Must-Try Foods in Dongxiang Autonomous County
Dongxiang Handgrabbed Lamb
A specialty food of the Dongxiang ethnic group, made of high-quality local mutton cooked in traditional methods with tender meat, which is the highest etiquette for receiving guests.
Apricot Preserves
A specialty of Tangwang, made of high-quality apricots, sweet and sour, which is the most representative local specialty.
Covered Bowl Tea
A special tea drink of the Dongxiang ethnic group with rich ingredients, sweet and delicious, which is an essential drink for receiving guests and has health-preserving effects.
- Spring (March-April): Apricot blossoms in full bloom
- Autumn (September-October): Pleasant climate
- Summer (June-August): Summer resort experience
- Dongxiang Handgrabbed Lamb
- Apricot Preserves
- Covered Bowl Tea
- Fried Dough Cakes
- Tickets: About ¥50
- Accommodation: ¥100-150 per night
- Catering: ¥40-60 per day
- Experience Projects: About ¥50
- Total: ¥400-650
- Best viewing period for Tangwang apricot blossoms? → Late March to early April
- Characteristic culture of the Dongxiang ethnic group? → Unique language, costume and dietary culture
- History of Hongta Temple? → Ming Dynasty architecture with a history of more than 500 years
- What are the local specialties of Dongxiang? → Handgrabbed lamb, apricot preserves, ethnic embroidery