Taijiang - The First County of Miao Nationality in the World
Taijiang County, Qiandongnan - known as 'the first county of Miao nationality in the world', is one of the regions where Miao culture is most completely preserved. The 2-day 1-night itinerary allows you to experience the carnival of the Sisters' Festival, visit the hometown of silver ornaments, and feel the essence of Miao culture.
2-Day 1-Night Miao Cultural Tour of Taijiang County
Folk carnival + ancient town exploration + ecological experience, appreciate the Miao charm of Taijiang
All-day intangible cultural heritage experience of Miao nationality
- Can book to watch Fanpai Wooden Drum Dance performance
- Choose regular stores to buy silver ornaments
- Respect Miao festival customs
- County seat hotels
- Shidong Ancient Town homestays
- Miao village farm stays
Combination of natural landscapes and folk activities
- Silver ornament making experience
- Wooden drum dance learning
- Grassland camping
- Miao costume rental for photography
- Buy Miao silver ornaments, embroidery and other handcrafts
- Taste local Miao delicacies such as sour soup fish and cured meat
- Stay in mid-April to participate in the Sisters' Festival
Must-Try Foods in Taijiang County
Miao Sour Soup Fish
A traditional famous dish of the Miao nationality in Taijiang, using wild rice field fish from the Qingshui River, cooked with homemade sour soup and various spices. It is sour and delicious, appetizing and spleen-invigorating, and is the highest etiquette for the Miao people to entertain guests.
Sisters' Rice
A special food for the Taijiang Miao Sisters' Festival, glutinous rice is dyed into five colors (red, yellow, blue, white, black) with different plant juices, symbolizing a bumper harvest of the five grains. It is colorful and sweet, and is an ideal gift for festivals.
Miao Cured Pork
A traditional food of the Miao nationality in Taijiang, made from local native pork, marinated and then smoked above the fire pond. It has a bright red color and rich fragrance, can be steamed or stir-fried, and is an important dish for the Miao people to entertain guests.
Glutinous Rice Wine
Traditional rice wine of the Miao nationality, brewed by fermenting high-quality glutinous rice. It has low alcohol content, sweet and mellow taste, and has the effect of promoting blood circulation and nourishing the skin. It is an indispensable drink for Miao festivals and entertaining guests.
- 15th to 17th of the third lunar month: Miao Sisters' Festival, the grandest festival in Taijiang
- May-June: Spring grassland is green, suitable for outdoor activities
- September-October: Clear autumn weather, suitable for photography and hiking
- December-February: Experience Miao New Year in winter
- Respect local customs when participating in activities such as the Sisters' Festival
- Abide by village rules when entering Miao villages, do not touch sacred items such as sacred trees at will
- Ask for permission before taking photos of Miao people, especially the elderly and women
- Accept food and drinks presented by the Miao people with both hands
- Hongyang Grassland has beautiful scenery but strong UV rays, so sun protection is necessary
- Large temperature difference between morning and evening in mountainous areas, prepare warm clothing
- Roads in some Miao villages are rugged, it is recommended to wear comfortable sports shoes
- Respect local ecological protection regulations, do not litter at will
- Taijiang is about 40 kilometers from Kaili City, with frequent shuttle buses
- There are tourist special lines or rural shuttle buses from the county seat to various scenic spots
- It is recommended to drive or charter a car to some remote villages
- Traffic is busy during the Sisters' Festival, it is recommended to plan the itinerary in advance