Chengyang Eight Villages | The secret place of the Dong nationality, unlocking the original ecological customs!

| The secret place of the Dong ethnic group, unlocking the original ecological customs! . ✨ Recommended reason 1. World-class architectural wonders, experience the wisdom of the Dong people - Wind and Rain Bridge: Chengyang Yongji Bridge can be called a "living fossil of Dong architecture". It has a full mortise and tenon structure without nails or rivets. It spans the Linxi River. Walking on the bridge is like traveling through a time tunnel. Every shot you take is a blockbuster! - Drum Tower Group: The drum tower of each village is the center of the Dong people's meetings and celebrations. There is also a Dong Craft Museum next to the Yanzhai Drum Tower, which unlocks the secrets of the thousand-year-old wooden construction skills! 2. Immersive Dong Culture Experience - Banquet of a Hundred Families & Bonfire Party: All the villagers gather together, with plenty of sour soup fish and glutinous rice! At night, listen to the Dong ethnic group's songs and reed pipe dancing around the bonfire, creating a great atmosphere. - Handcraft experience: silver jewelry forging, Dong embroidery tie-dyeing, tea making and frying... Making a unique travel souvenir by hand is a great sense of accomplishment! 3. Perfect fusion of nature and humanity - Buyang Xianrenshan Tea Garden: Pick tea, taste tea, and enjoy the terraced fields and sea of ​​clouds, it feels like being in the Wizard of Oz! - Danzhou Ancient Town: Go boating in the "Water Paradise", eat authentic snacks, and experience the slow life~ 4. The taste of Dong on your tongue - Sour food feast: sour soup fish, sour meat, sour duck... The Dong ethnic group "all dishes are sour", appetizing and unique! - Oil tea & glutinous rice wine: A bowl of hot oil tea with glutinous rice cake in the morning, a sip of sweet glutinous rice wine in the evening, and a slightly tipsy sleep~ --- ⚠️ Notes & Tips 1. Transportation Guide - 🚄 High-speed rail: Guilin West Station → Sanjiang South Station, transfer to the scenic area special line (about 3 hours) - 🚗 Self-driving: It takes about 3 hours from Liuzhou. There are many mountainous roads, so it is recommended that an experienced driver take the helm. 2. Clothing & Equipment - 👟 Comfortable shoes: There are many stone paths in the village, so it is more comfortable to wear sneakers! - 🌂 Rain gear is a must: it rains a lot in spring and autumn, sun protection in summer, warmth in winter, and you need to wear "layers" in all four seasons~ 3. Respect customs and travel in a civilized manner - 🚫 Taboos in the Drum Tower: Do not hit the drums in the Drum Tower at will, and ask for permission before taking photos~ - 🎤 Singing at the Gate: You may encounter "gate-blocking wine" when entering the village. Don't know how to sing? You can pass the test by just drinking a bowl of rice wine! 4. Accommodation recommendations - 🏡 Special B&B: The first choice is the wooden building B&B in the scenic area (such as near Ma'an Village). When you open the window, you can see the pastoral scenery. Staying overnight in the Dongjia is super healing~ 5. Tickets & Discounts - 💰 Ticket price reference: 60 yuan/person, half price for students/seniors, free for children under 6 years old (remember to bring ID). 6. Shopping Guide - 🛍️ Souvenirs: silver jewelry, Dong embroidery handicrafts, Buyang tea... There are many intangible cultural heritage workshops in the scenic area to choose from! --- 📸 Experts’ private photo spots - Chengyang Bridge Observation Pavilion: Climb up and overlook the panoramic view of Bazhai, which looks like a fairyland when surrounded by clouds and mist. - Tea pickers in the tea garden: Buyang Xianrenshan Tea Garden, wearing a bamboo hat and carrying a bamboo basket, get a fresh pastoral style√. - Light and shadow of the Drum Tower: In the evening, the setting sun shines obliquely on the Drum Tower, and the wooden texture and light and shadow are intertwined, creating a wonderful atmosphere! --- Chengyang Bazhai is a "paradise" to escape from the hustle and bustle. Every bridge, building, tea and song here are filled with the warmth of Dong culture. Hurry up and pack up your travel guide, bring your curiosity and camera, and go on a spontaneous trip to the Dong Village! 🌿✨