Liannan Yao Autonomous County Travel, Qingyuan City
Liannan Yao Autonomous County, Qingyuan, Guangdong Province – the Hometown of Chinese Yao Culture, home to Nangan Millennium Yao Village and Youling Ancient Village. Experience Yao ethnic customs and ancient village charm on a 2-day/1-night tour.
2-Day/1-Night Cultural Experience Tour in Liannan Yao Autonomous County
Explore ancient villages, listen to Yao songs, taste Yao banquets, and experience intangible cultural heritage
Morning: Visit Nangan Millennium Yao Village and explore ancient village architecture; Afternoon: Watch special Yao ethnic performances and experience Yao handicrafts; Evening: Taste the Yao long table banquet and participate in the bonfire party.
- Nangan Yao Village Homestays
- Liannan County Hotels
- Sanpai Town Featured Inns
- Yao Long Table Banquet
- Yao Village Preserved Pork
- Bamboo Tube Rice
- Oil Tea
- There are many steps in the Yao Village, it is recommended to wear comfortable sports shoes
- Respect Yao customs, ask for permission before entering residential houses
- Pay attention to safety during the bonfire party and follow the guidance of staff
Morning: Visit Youling Ancient Village and admire the original ecological Yao ethnic village; Afternoon: Tour Pangu King Cultural Park to learn about the Yao ancestor culture; Experience intangible cultural heritage handicrafts such as Yao embroidery.
- There are shuttle buses from Liannan County to Nangan Yao Village and Youling Ancient Village
- It is recommended to drive or charter a car to each scenic spot, the drive takes about 30-60 minutes
- Some sections of the ancient village are narrow, pay attention to driving safety
- Nangan Millennium Yao Village: ¥80
- Youling Ancient Village: ¥60
- Pangu King Cultural Park: Free
- Yao Performances: Included in the scenic area ticket
- The 16th day of the tenth lunar month is the Yao Panwang Festival, it is recommended to visit at this time to experience the strongest customs
- You can negotiate the price appropriately when purchasing handicrafts, respect the local pricing
- Pay attention to heatstroke prevention in summer, there are many mosquitoes in the mountainous areas, prepare mosquito repellent
Must-Try Foods in Liannan Yao Autonomous County
Yao Long Table Banquet
A special banquet of the Liannan Yao people, with a tens of meters long table filled with various Yao dishes, including preserved pork, stuffed tofu, bamboo tube rice, etc., accompanied by Yao rice wine, which is the highest etiquette for receiving distinguished guests.
Yao Village Preserved Pork
A traditional food of the Liannan Yao people, made from local pork cured and smoked by special techniques, with firm meat quality and rich aroma, it is a must-have food for the Yao people during the Spring Festival.
Oil Tea
A daily drink of the Yao people, made by pounding tea leaves, ginger, garlic and other ingredients and then boiling them, with a unique taste, it has the effects of refreshing the mind, dispelling cold and dampness.
Bamboo Tube Rice
A special staple food of the Yao village, made by steaming glutinous rice with preserved pork, shiitake mushrooms and other ingredients in bamboo tubes, the rice has the fragrance of bamboo and a unique flavor.
- 16th day of the tenth lunar month (Panwang Festival): The grandest festival of the Yao people, with sacrificial ceremonies, singing and dancing activities
- Spring (March-May): The mountain villages are full of greenery, suitable for spring outings and photography
- Autumn (September-November): The climate is cool, suitable for outdoor activities
- Yao Long Table Banquet
- Yao Village Preserved Pork
- Oil Tea
- Bamboo Tube Rice
- Stuffed Tofu
- Tickets: About ¥150
- Accommodation: ¥150-¥300 per night
- Catering: ¥100-¥180 per day
- Transportation: ¥100-¥200
- Total: ¥500-¥900
- Do I need to climb mountains in Nangan Yao Village? → Yes, need to walk uphill for about 15-20 minutes
- Do I need to book accommodation in advance during Panwang Festival? → Yes, it is recommended to book 1-2 months in advance
- Can I take photos of Yao residents? → Need to ask for permission, photography is prohibited in some ceremonies
- What is the difference between Youling Ancient Village and Nangan Yao Village? → Youling is more original ecological, Nangan has more complete facilities