Miao ethnic group is one of the largest minority groups in China, and most of them live in southwest China, like Guizhou. Langde Miao Village is a small and less developed village in Kaili of Guizhou, which is divided into two parts, including Upper Langde Miao Village and Lower Langde Miao Village. Among them, Upper Langde Miao Village is open to visitors.
Situated at the foot of Leigong Mountain in Kaili, Upper Langde Miao Village mainlu features stilted wooden buildings namely Diaojiaolou, which are the traditional residences for the locals. Besides, it is a charming attraction for sightseeing, and is also a place where you can experience Miao customs and culture.
Upper Langde Miao Village Facts
- Location:Langde Town, Leishan County, Kaili City, Qiandongnan Miao and Dong Autonomous Prefecture, Guizhou Province
- Opening time:All day long
- Time needed:Half a day
- Best time to visit:Spring and autumn
- Suited to: Anyone keen on traditional Miao culture and architecture
- Ticket:CNY 50 per person
What to See and Do in Upper Langde Miao Village
Welcome Ceremony
When you visit Upper Langde Upper Village, you will be welcomed by the 12 courses of “block-way” wine, which means you need to drink wine several times to pass the test before you get into the village. In this ceremony, the Miao people there will dress up in their long skirts and toast you with bowls of wine, wishing you a long, healthy, happy life. If you are not good at drinking, take a small sip of wine, and you will be let in. Except for the wine, they will also set firecrackers and sing toasting songs to welcome you.
Miao Architecture
Never miss the unique style of Miao architecture on your travel to Kaili in Guizhou. Upper Langde Miao Village maintains its traditional style of architecture, namely Diaojiaolou, which is the wooden stilted buildings with exquisite carvings, intricate paintings, and delicate craftsmanship. Besides, there are several Fengyu bridges where you can overlook the stunning scenery of the Langde Miao Ethnic Minority Village.
Cultural Workshops
Exploring the Upper Langde Miao Village, you will find many workshops where the locals make handicrafts. Step into a workshop and learn traditional Miao crafts, such as batik, embroidery, and paper-cutting. Other than these, some workshops are making and selling Miao silver ornaments with intricate designs, and you can take a look at them.
Festivals and Performances
People in Langde Miao Village celebrate many festivals, including the Dragon Boat Festival, the Lisheng Festival, and the Sister’s Festival. Besides, on your Guizhou tours to Upper Langde Miao Village, you will get the opportunity to see a variety of Miao performances, such as the Lusheng dance, bronze-drum dance, bench dance, and more.
Best Time to Visit Upper Langde Miao Village
The Upper Langde Miao Village welcomes visitors from home and abroad all year round, and you can visit there anytime you want. You can travel to the village in spring and autumn when the weather is nice and the surroundings are pleasant. If you prefer to attend activities or celebrations there, consider visiting there in Summer days.
How to Get to Upper Langde Miao Village
Langde Miao Village is 27 kilometers from the downtown Kaili. To get to this village from Kaili, head to Kaili Ximahe Bus Station and take a bus to Langde, which takes about 40 minutes and costs CNY 9. If you miss the direct bus, don’t worry; you can take a bus from Kaili Bus Station to Leishan County and get off midday at Langde. Then, take a several-minute walk, and you will reach Upper Langde Miao Village.
Attractions nearby Upper Langde Miao Village
- Kaili Ethnic Minority Museum: As a cultural protection and research center of the minorities in Qiandongnan Miao and Dong Autonomous Prefecture, this comprehensive museum is dedicated to displaying the unique traditions, customs, and way of life of the Miao and Dong ethnic groups.
- Xijiang Miao Village:Located about 40 kilometers from Upper Langde Miao Village, Xijiang Miao Village is the largest Miao ethnic minority village in China and is a must-visit attraction on your Guizhou tours to Kaili.
- Datang Short-Skirt Miao Village:Different from the “Long-Skirt” Langde Miao Village in China, this village is famous for its traditional Short-Shirt Miao costumes. In this village, Miao women there wear unique short skirts in all seasons.
- Basha Miao Village:This is an ancient Miao village with quaint traditions and customs, and it is called “the Last Gunner Tribe in China” where people use traditional muskets.
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