Dong Capital Liping · City of Dawn

Liping County in Qiandongnan - known as the "Capital of the Dong People", is the county with the largest Dong population in China, where Dong culture is preserved most completely. The 2-day and 1-night itinerary allows you to experience the Dong Grand Chorus, visit the hometown of drum towers, and feel the essence of Dong culture.

Zhaoxing Dong Village

China's Most Beautiful Dong Village

Dong Grand Chorus

Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity

Tang'an Dong Village

Ecological Museum

Liping Conference

Red Memory

Panoramic View of Zhaoxing Dong Village in Liping County

Folk Culture and Architectural Art of Liping, the Dong Capital

2-Day 1-Night Dong Culture Tour in Liping County

Dong Village Exploration + Cultural Experience + Red Memory, Appreciate the Dong Charm of Liping

                    
Trip Duration
2 Days 1 Night

                    
Main Destinations
Zhaoxing Dong Village, Tang'an Dong Village, Liping Conference Site, Qiaojie Ancient Town

                    
Suitable for
Folk custom lovers, photography enthusiasts, cultural researchers, history lovers

                    
Per Capita Budget
¥500-¥800

In-depth Experience Tour of Dong Culture

Dong Village Customs and Intangible Cultural Heritage Inheritance

Itinerary Highlights

All-day experience of Dong intangible cultural heritage

Attraction Arrangement

Zhaoxing Dong Village

Known as one of the "Six Most Beautiful Rural Ancient Towns in China", it is the largest Dong village in the country. Five drum towers, five flower bridges and five opera stages are distributed in the village. The Dong architectural art is exquisite, and the Dong Grand Chorus is listed as an intangible cultural heritage of humanity.

Tang'an Dong Village

The only Dong ecological museum in the world built in cooperation between China and Norway. The village is nearly 1,000 meters above sea level, surrounded by green mountains, overlapping peaks, crisscross fields and cascading terraced fields, maintaining the most primitive living state of the Dong people.

Liping Dong Culture Exhibition Center

A thematic venue showcasing Liping's Dong culture, systematically introducing the Dong people's history, culture, customs and art. It is an important window to understand Dong culture, where you can enjoy Dong Grand Chorus performances and Dong costume displays.

Practical Information

Travel Tips

You can book to watch the Dong Grand Chorus performance
Experience Dong embroidery and batik
Respect Dong festival customs

Accommodation Recommendations

Zhaoxing Dong Village Homestay
County Town Hotel
Dong Family Inn

Red Memory and Ancient Town Exploration Tour

Historical Review and Folk Experience

Itinerary Highlights

Combination of red culture and Dong traditions

Attraction Arrangement

Liping Conference Site

The place where the Central Red Army held the Liping Conference during the Long March in 1934, it is the starting point of the Red Army's Long March to victory, known as the "City of Dawn". The site is well preserved and is an important revolutionary memorial and patriotic education base.

Qiaojie Ancient Town

A well-preserved ancient street in Liping County Town, named because the street is high in the middle and low at both ends, shaped like a shoulder pole. The street is lined with Ming and Qing-style buildings and shops, making it a great place to experience local market life and buy specialties.

Dimeng Dong Village

In Dong language, it means "the place where spring water gushes out continuously". It is a well-preserved Dong village with distinctive Dong architectural features such as drum towers, flower bridges and stilted buildings, and a strong atmosphere of traditional Dong culture.

Practical Information

Featured Experiences

Learn to sing the Dong Grand Chorus
Experience Dong cloth making
Make Dong ethnic food
Take photos in Dong costumes

Return Suggestions

Buy handcrafts such as Dong embroidery and batik
Taste special Dong foods such as sour fish and oil tea
Experience Dong New Year celebrations in winter

Must-Try Foods in Liping County

Dong Family Sour Fish

A traditional famous dish of the Dong people in Liping, made with fresh paddy field fish marinated with specially made Dong sour soup and various spices. It is sour and appetizing, and is the highest etiquette for the Dong people to receive guests.

Dong Family Oil Tea

A daily drink of the Dong people in Liping, made by stir-frying tea leaves, glutinous rice, peanuts, soybeans and other ingredients and then boiling with water. It has a rich aroma, refreshes the mind, and is a must-have drink for the Dong people to receive guests.

Cured Meat

A traditional food of the Dong people in Liping, made with local pork marinated and dried. It has a bright red color and a unique flavor, can be steamed or stir-fried, and is an important dish for the Dong family to receive guests.

Glutinous Rice Cake

A traditional Dong food, made by steaming glutinous rice and pounding it. It can be sweet or salty, soft and glutinous, and is an important food for Dong festivals and receiving guests.

Liping County Travel Tips

Best Seasons

3rd to 15th day of the first lunar month: Dong Lusheng Festival, the liveliest festival in Dong villages
April-May: Spring ploughing season, beautiful terraced field scenery
September-October: Autumn harvest season, golden rice, suitable for photography
November-December: During Dong New Year, you can experience Dong New Year customs

Cultural Etiquette

Respect local customs when participating in Dong activities
Abide by village rules when entering Dong villages, do not enter sacred places such as drum towers at will
Ask for permission before taking photos of Dong people
Accept gifts from the Dong people with both hands and express gratitude

Tour Tips

There is a large temperature difference between morning and evening in mountainous areas, so prepare warm clothes
Roads in Dong villages are mostly stone slab roads, it is recommended to wear comfortable sports shoes
Respect local ecological protection regulations and do not litter at will
Some remote Dong villages have weak signals, it is recommended to download maps in advance

Transportation Guide

Liping has a high-speed railway station with convenient transportation
There are tourist special lines or buses from the county town to various scenic spots
It is recommended to drive or charter a car to some remote Dong villages
Traffic is busy during festivals, it is recommended to plan the itinerary in advance