Day 1 | Morning
Danzhai Wanda Town
Opening Hours: Open all day
Ticket Price: Free
Recommended Length of Stay: 0.5-1.0 Days
Location: Near Donghu Lake, Danzhai County, Southeast Guizhou Miao and Dong Autonomous Prefecture
Danzhai Wanda Town is situated on the bank of Donghu Lake in Danzhai County. It is based on the traditional characteristics of the Miao people as well as Danzhai's historical heritage and ethnic customs. The town is divided by the main thoroughfares of Sister Street, Yougong Street and Miaojie Three Theme Streets, and it contains four major squares: Yougong Square, Miao Nian Plaza, Drum Tower Plaza and Jinji Square. The scenic area of the town has a current waterwheel that was featured in the Guinness Book of Records. The Miao Jiali, Lusheng Dance, Jinji Dance, Mulao Festival, Miao Batik, Ancient Paper, and Miao Costumes are but some of the cultural heritage activities there.
Day 1 | Afternoon
After finishing the tour at Danzhai Wanda Town, you can head to Gaoyao Terrace, the most worth visiting place around the corner.
Gaoyao Terrace
Opening Hours: Open 24 hours
Ticket Price: Free
Recommended Length of Stay: 1-2 Hours
Location: Danzhai, Qiandongnan, Guizhou, China
Gaoyao Terraced Fields is located in Gaoyao Village, Danzhai County, Guizhou Province. The landscape of more than 1,000 acres of terraced fields is located on top of a big mountain. It follows the mountain and extends from the top to the foot of the mountain. The terraced fields are also like beautiful Miao belts, decorating the majestic mountains. Hundreds of years have passed, and the hard-working children of the Miao family have worked hard here year after year, multiplying, and performing their unique farming culture and earth art every year. This is an unimaginably beautiful place. Every autumn, the Gaoyao Terraced fields are filled with a cheerful and pleasant golden color. Even the wind there is golden. Every September, the rice fields of more than 1,000 mu of terraced fields in Gaoyao Miao Village, Danzhai County gradually mature, layer upon layer, yellow and green, beautiful and picturesque, and the beautiful scenery attracts many photographers to take photos. Looking around, the terraced fields are full of golden and yellow scenery. The scenery is charming and spectacular, attracting many domestic and foreign tourists to travel and sightseeing.
Day 1 | Evening
Don’t forget to book Seven Letters Preface Hotel in advance, because all the tourists head to Gaoyao Terrace love staying at it.
Seven Letters Preface Hotel
Opened in 2022, the Seven Letters Preface Hotel is a great accommodation choice in Leishan.
In terms of transportation, Kaili Railway Station is approximately 41km away. Kaili Railway Station is the closest option for those who prefer to travel by train, approximately 41km away. Keeping busy is easy, with 西江景區特色小吃一條街, Xijiang Qianhu Miao Village and Xijiang Night View all nearby.
In their spare time, guests can explore the hotel's surroundings. This Leishan hotel offers parking on site.
If you demand a high level of service, our guests have indicated that this hotel has excellent standards.
Day 2 | Morning
Shiqiaocun
Opening Hours: Open 24 hours
Ticket Price: Free
Recommended Length of Stay: 2-2 Hours
Location: Shiqiaocun, Danzhai, Qiandongnan, Guizhou, China
Even without the continuous existence of ancient papermaking, Shiqiao Village is still worth visiting. This small village surrounded by Nangao River is tall and straight karst is committed to a bay of clear water, and groups of stilted buildings are scattered throughout. You can wander leisurely in the scenic village or take part in the ancient paper-making course. Shiqiao Village is a village famous for its ancient handmade papermaking. There are 250 households in this Miao village, and more than 40 households make a living from papermaking. It is a veritable papermaking village. The tradition of handmade papermaking began in the middle of the Tang Dynasty. Although the modern papermaking industry has become more and more developed and handmade papermaking is not very profitable, the traditional craftsmanship in the village has remained intact to this day. At present, the main production is white vellum paper and colored vellum paper. The paper quality is good, especially the colored handmade paper is rare in the country. Part of the colored vellum is also sold in Australia, Southeast Asia and other regions. Used to make greeting cards, handbags, decorate storefronts, etc. In the stockade, it is easy to find the ancient papermaking exhibition under the "big cliff foot", which is a short walk from the Nangao River Stone Bridge. The whole process from hemp to vellum is shown here.
Day 2 | Afternoon
Now we come to another great highlight in the city: Kala Birdcage village.
Kala Birdcage village
Ticket Price: Free
Recommended Length of Stay: 0.5-1.0 Days
Location: Northeast of Danzhai County, Southeast Guizhou Miao and Dong Autonomous Prefecture
There are more than 400 years of bird cage weaving history in Kara Village, and the villagers are known for their bird cage weaving skills. Among the 151 peasant households in the village, 125 are engaged in the production of bird cages, with an annual output of 100,000 bird cages.
Day 2 | Evening
If you want to explore other popular attractions later, Qianhu Xingzhe Shangju Hotel is a suitable place for you to stay and refresh.
Qianhu Xingzhe Shangju Hotel
The Qianhu Xingzhe Shangju Hotel is an ideal spot for travelers wanting to discover the city. The Qianhu Xingzhe Shangju Hotel is an ideal choice for travelers who want to take in the sights and sounds of Leishan.
The hotel is located approximately 37km from Kaili Railway Station. Kaili Railway Station is approximately 37km away by road. Keeping busy is easy, with Yedongzhai, “玩翻西江”西江苗寨實景遊戲 and 釀酒坊 all nearby.
In their spare time, guests can explore the hotel's surroundings. This Leishan hotel offers parking on site.
If you demand a high level of service, our guests have indicated that this hotel has excellent standards. For guests traveling with groups of friends, this hotel is consistently one of the most popular choices.
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