Hometown of the Top Scholar · Hometown of Blueberries

Majiang County, Qiandongnan - known as the 'Hometown of Chinese Blueberries', a melting pot of Miao and She ethnic cultures. This 2-day 1-night tour offers blueberry picking, exploration of top scholar culture, and experience of Yaogu wellness charm.

Lanmenggu
Hometown of Chinese Blueberries
Xia Tonghe
Guizhou's First Top Scholar
Yaogu Jiangcun
Wellness Demonstration Base
She Ethnic Culture
Intangible Cultural Heritage Inheritance Site
Panoramic view of Majiang County Blueberry Planting Base
Lanmenggu Blueberry Base, Majiang County
Ecological landscape integrating blueberry plantations with Miao ethnic culture

2-Day 1-Night Ecological and Cultural Tour of Majiang County

Blueberry picking + Yaogu wellness + Top Scholar tracing, experience diverse Majiang

Tour Duration
2 Days 1 Night
Main Destinations
Lanmenggu, Yaogu Jiangcun, Xia Tonghe Former Residence, Wuyangma Miao Village
Suitable For
Ecotourism enthusiasts, cultural and historical researchers, family travelers with kids
Per Capita Budget
¥480-¥720
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Blueberry Hometown and Wellness Yaogu
Modern Agriculture and Traditional Miao Villages
Itinerary Highlights

All-day in-depth experience of ecological agriculture

Attraction Arrangement
Lanmenggu
The largest blueberry planting base in China, known as the "Hometown of Chinese Blueberries". The park covers an area of over 50,000 mu, with a blueberry science popularization hall, picking experience area and processing sightseeing area, serving as a demonstration base for agricultural tourism and science education.
Yaogu Jiangcun
A demonstration base for the big health industry, integrating medicinal plant cultivation, traditional Chinese medicine health preservation, and wellness vacation. The park has a Baicao Garden, medicated food restaurant, hot spring center and She ethnic culture exhibition area, realizing the innovative integration of traditional Chinese medicine culture and ethnic culture.
Majiang Miao Culture Exhibition Center
A theme exhibition hall systematically displaying Majiang Miao costumes, singing and dancing, and festival customs, especially presenting the characteristic festival cultures of the Miao people such as the "Na Chong Festival" and "Pa Po Festival", with experience areas for Miao silver jewelry and embroidery crafts.
Practical Information
Travel Tips
  • May-August is the best blueberry picking season
  • Experience She ethnic medicinal bath wellness projects
  • Participate in Miao singing and dancing interactive activities
Accommodation Recommendations
  • Lanmenggu Ecological Wooden House
  • Yaogu Jiangcun Wellness Homestay
  • County Seat Boutique Hotel
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Top Scholar Culture and Ancient Village Exploration
Historical Heritage and Ethnic Customs
Itinerary Highlights

Cultural and educational traditions and Miao village life

Attraction Arrangement
Xia Tonghe Former Residence
The former residence of Xia Tonghe, the last top scholar in Chinese history, is a provincial-level cultural relic protection unit in Guizhou Province. The architectural complex includes the Top Scholar's Mansion, Hanlin Mansion and Tonghe Academy, fully displaying the imperial examination system of the Qing Dynasty and the life story of the top scholar.
Wuyangma Miao Village
An original ecological Miao village on the banks of the Qingshui River, with well-preserved stilted building groups and a strong Miao cultural atmosphere. The village is surrounded by water on three sides with beautiful scenery, making it an ideal place to experience Miao farming life and the scenery of the Qingshui River.
Baiyang She Ethnic Village
The main settlement of the She ethnic group in Qiandongnan, which completely preserves the She language, costumes and sacrificial traditions. There is a She ethnic culture exhibition hall in the village, and a grand "Ancestor Worship Festival" is held on the third day of the third lunar month every year, displaying the unique She phoenix costumes and singing and dancing.
Practical Information
Featured Experiences
  • Top Scholar Culture Research Activities
  • Blueberry Jam Making Experience
  • Miao Embroidery Handicrafts
  • Qingshui River Fisherman Life Experience
Return Suggestions
  • Purchase blueberry series products
  • Buy Miao silver jewelry crafts
  • Taste Majiang Sour Soup Beef
  • Participate in the Blueberry Culture Festival in summer

Must-Try Foods in Majiang County

Blueberry Feast

Majiang's characteristic food system, using fresh blueberries in dishes, including innovative dishes such as blueberry sauce pork ribs, blueberry Chinese yam, blueberry sweet and sour pork, etc. Sweet and sour taste, rich in nutrition, showing the achievements of deep processing of local characteristic agricultural products.

Majiang Sour Soup Beef

A traditional Miao food, using local yellow beef stewed with secret rice sour soup. The meat is tender, the soup is sour and appetizing, and litsea cubeba is added to enhance the flavor, making it the most representative ethnic flavor dish in Majiang.

She Ethnic Black Rice

A traditional festival food of the She ethnic group, made by steaming glutinous rice soaked in the juice of Vaccinium bracteatum leaves. The rice is black and shiny, emitting a plant fragrance, and served with special side dishes of the She family, symbolizing good luck and prosperity.

Top Scholar Cake

A characteristic pastry created to commemorate Top Scholar Xia Tonghe, made of glutinous rice, sesame and peanuts, shaped like an official hat, symbolizing success in imperial examinations. Soft and sweet taste, it is a characteristic souvenir of Majiang.

Majiang County Travel Tips
Best Seasons
  • May-August: Blueberry ripening season, experience picking fun
  • Third day of the third lunar month: She Ethnic Ancestor Worship Festival, experience phoenix costume parade
  • June: Miao Pa Po Festival, participate in ethnic sports competitions
  • September-October: Clear autumn weather, suitable for cultural visits
Cultural Etiquette
  • Remove shoes when entering She ethnic ancestral halls
  • Respect Miao drum hiding sacrifice taboos
  • Ask for permission before taking photos of ethnic costumes
  • Maintain solemnity when participating in ancestor worship activities
Visiting Tips
  • Protect from sun and mosquitoes when picking in blueberry gardens
  • Pay attention to driving safety on mountain roads
  • Cultural venues are closed for maintenance on Mondays
  • Carry cash for use in villages
Transportation Guide
  • 40-minute drive from Kaili South High-speed Railway Station to Majiang via Gui-Guang High-speed Railway
  • Special tourist lines from county seat to various scenic spots
  • Self-driving is recommended for visiting agricultural parks
  • Book homestays in advance during peak season