Chinese Name: 保山市隆阳区潞江镇
English Name: Lujiang Town of Longyang District, Baoshan
Chinese Name: 曲靖市宣威市得禄乡
English Name: Delu Town of Xuanwei City, Qujing
Laochang Township (老厂乡) is located in the northwest of Xinping Yi and Dai Autonomous County (新平彝族傣族自治县), Yuxi City (玉溪市), on the south bank of the Lüzhi River (绿汁江). To the east and southeast, it borders Xinhua Township (新化乡); to the south, it connects with Jiasa Town (戛洒镇); to the west, it faces Shuitang Town (水塘镇) across the Jiasa River (戛洒江); and to the northwest and northeast, it shares a boundary with Shuangbai County (双柏县), Chuxiong Prefecture (楚雄州), with the Lüzhi River (绿汁江) as the natural border. The total land area of the township is 442.21 square kilometers.
The name “Laochang” (老厂) originates from the large-scale silver mining and smelting operations established during the Ming and Qing dynasties in Taihe (太和). This area was once an important ancient transportation route with a long history and rich culture, serving as a significant part of Xinping County (新平县).
Laochang Township (老厂乡) is predominantly inhabited by the Yi ethnic group, offering a vibrant and diverse folk culture. Every year on January 30th, the township hosts the “Mountain Opening Festival,” a series of folk cultural activities where visitors can immerse themselves in Yi traditions and savor local delicacies.
Laochang Township (老厂乡) enjoys a mild climate, with an average annual temperature of 18°C. The best times to visit are spring (March to May) and autumn (September to November), when the weather is pleasant and the scenery is at its most beautiful.
A typical mountainous ethnic settlement where visitors can experience Yi folk culture.
Suggested visit duration: 2 hours.
Learn about the local history, culture, and modern development.
Suggested visit duration: 1 hour.
Explore natural wonders and enjoy unique landscapes.
Suggested visit duration: 2 hours.
Take a local bus or minibus from Xinping County (新平县) to Laochang Township (老厂乡); the journey takes about 2 hours.
Navigate to the Laochang Township People’s Government (老厂乡人民政府, Laochang Street); the drive takes approximately 1.5 hours.
Authentic Yi-style hot pot can be enjoyed during the Mountain Opening Festival.
Savor ecological beef and goat hot pot in places like Shishang Village (石上村).
Purchase unique souvenirs such as Yi embroidery and bamboo weaving at local markets or handicraft shops.
Fresh produce like grapes can be found at local farmers’ markets.
Several hotels are available in Xinping County (新平县), just a short drive from Laochang Township (老厂乡).
Experience local life by staying at one of the charming homestays around Laochang Township (老厂乡).
Day 1: Arrive in Xinping County (新平县), travel to Laochang Township (老厂乡), and visit Hakedi Village (哈科底村) to experience Yi culture.
Day 2: Explore the Laochang Township Government Center (老厂乡政府驻地) in the morning, then head to Shishang Village (石上村) in the afternoon.
Day 3: Shop and enjoy local cuisine in Xinping County (新平县) before concluding your trip.
Laochang Township (老厂乡) captivates visitors with its profound history, rich ethnic traditions, and stunning natural landscapes. Whether strolling through Hakedi Village (哈科底村) or immersing yourself in Yi culture, you’ll discover the unique charm of this land. We hope you have an unforgettable journey in Laochang Township (老厂乡).
Chinese Name: 保山市隆阳区瓦窑镇
English Name: Wayao Town of Longyang District, Baoshan
Xinhua Township (新化乡) is located directly north of Xinping Yi and Dai Autonomous County (新平彝族傣族自治县), Yuxi City (玉溪市), on the south bank of the Lüzhi River (绿汁江). To the northeast, it borders Fuliangpeng Township (富良棚乡) in Eshan County (峨山县); to the southeast, it connects with Pingdian Township (平甸乡); to the west, it neighbors Jiasa Town (戛洒镇) and Mosha Town (漠沙镇); to the northwest, it meets Laochang Township (老厂乡); and to the north, it shares a boundary with Shuangbai County (双柏县), Chuxiong Prefecture (楚雄州), with the Lüzhi River (绿汁江) as the natural border. The township covers an area of approximately 490 square kilometers, with its administrative center in Xinhua Community (新化社区), located 29 kilometers from the county seat.
Xinhua Township (新化乡) has a long history. In 1495 during the Ming Dynasty, it was established as Xinhua Prefecture (新化州). In 1665 during the Qing Dynasty, it was incorporated into Xinping County (新平县). This area was once an important ancient transportation route with profound historical and cultural significance.
Xinhua Township (新化乡) is predominantly inhabited by the Yi ethnic group, offering a rich and diverse folk culture. Every year on March 18th, the “Men’s Carnival Festival” is held in Xinhua Guzhou Yelin (新化古州野林), featuring activities such as war drumming, buffalo horn blowing, three-stringed lute performances, and folk singing. Other highlights include Yi antiphonal singing, top-spinning, wrestling, bride-carrying arm wrestling, and evening events like face-painting, bonfire parties, and cultural performances.
Xinhua Township (新化乡) has a varied vertical climate: hot in the flatlands, warm in the mid-mountain areas, and cool in the highlands, with an average annual temperature ranging between 15°C and 20°C. The best times to visit are spring (March to May) and autumn (September to November), when the weather is pleasant and the scenery is at its most beautiful.
A 700-year-old primitive forest with over 300 species of higher plants, serving as a microcosm of the Ailao Mountain (哀牢山) primeval forest ecosystem.
Suggested visit duration: 2 hours.
Dating back to 1950, this is one of the first batch of municipal-level revolutionary sites in Yuxi City (玉溪市).
Suggested visit duration: 1 hour.
A site of significant historical importance.
Suggested visit duration: 1 hour.
Take a local bus or minibus from Xinping County (新平县) to Xinhua Township (新化乡); the journey takes about 1 hour.
Navigate to the Xinhua Township People’s Government (新化乡人民政府, Xinhua Community); the drive takes approximately 40 minutes.
Authentic Yi-style hot pot can be enjoyed during traditional festivals.
Savor ecological beef and goat hot pot in Xinhua Township (新化乡).
Purchase unique souvenirs such as Yi embroidery and bamboo weaving at local markets or handicraft shops.
Fresh produce like grapes can be found at local farmers’ markets.
Several hotels are available in Xinping County (新平县), just a short drive from Xinhua Township (新化乡).
Experience local life by staying at one of the charming homestays around Xinhua Township (新化乡).
Day 1: Arrive in Xinping County (新平县), travel to Xinhua Township (新化乡), and visit Xinhua Guzhou Yelin (新化古州野林) to experience the primeval forest ecosystem.
Day 2: Explore the Daiwei Laohushan Battle Site (代味老虎山战斗遗址) in the morning, then head to the Former Site of the CPC Xinping North District Committee & Government (中共新平北区委、区政府旧址) in the afternoon to learn about revolutionary history.
Day 3: Shop and enjoy local cuisine in Xinping County (新平县) before concluding your trip.
Xinhua Township (新化乡) captivates visitors with its profound history, rich ethnic traditions, and stunning natural landscapes. Whether strolling through Xinhua Guzhou Yelin (新化古州野林) or immersing yourself in Yi culture, you’ll discover the unique charm of this land. We hope you have an unforgettable journey in Xinhua Township (新化乡).
Chinese Name: 曲靖市宣威市热水镇
English Name: Reshui Town of Xuanwei City, Qujing
Pingdian Township (平甸乡) is located west of Xinping Yi and Dai Autonomous County (新平彝族傣族自治县) seat, bordering Guishan Subdistrict (桂山街道) and Tadian Town (塔甸镇) of Eshan County (峨山县) to the east, Yangwu Town (扬武镇) to the south, Mosha Town (漠沙镇) to the west, and Xinhua Township (新化乡) to the north. The township government is located in Xinhua Community (新化社区), only 1.5 kilometers from the county seat.
Pingdian Township (平甸乡) has a long history, once belonging to the ancient Xi’e Tribe (嶍峨部) and Xi’e Qianhu Territory (嶍峨千户地). It was later established as Pingdian County (平甸县) and Pingdian Township (平甸乡), becoming part of Xinping County when it was founded. After 1909 in the Qing Dynasty, Pingdian was successively designated as Central District, First District, and Chengguan Commune, officially becoming Pingdian Township in 1987.
Pingdian Township (平甸乡) is predominantly inhabited by the Yi ethnic group with rich folk culture. The Yi “Flower Wine Ceremony” (吃花酒) in Mopi Village (磨皮村), a coming-of-age ritual of the Niesu branch, has been listed as Yunnan Province’s fifth batch of intangible cultural heritage. Other local folk arts include the Cigarette Box Dance (烟盒舞), Four-string Dance (四弦舞), Selilu Dance (色哩噜舞), and Mopi Yi Flower Drum Dance (磨皮彝族花鼓舞).
Pingdian Township (平甸乡) has a subtropical plateau monsoon climate with distinct dry and wet seasons. The annual average temperature is 17.5°C with 320 frost-free days annually. The best visiting periods are spring (March-May) and autumn (September-November) when the weather is pleasant and scenery beautiful.
One of Xinping’s two famous mountains, located 25km south of the county seat with an elevation of 2,614m and covering 107,000 mu.
Suggested visit duration: 2 hours.
Experience Yi folk culture including the “Flower Wine Ceremony”.
Suggested visit duration: 1.5 hours.
Beautiful natural landscape ideal for leisure.
Suggested visit duration: 1 hour.
Take local buses or minibuses from Xinping County (新平县) to Pingdian Township (平甸乡), about 20 minutes.
Navigate to Pingdian Township Government (平甸乡人民政府, Xinhua Community), about 15 minutes.
Authentic Yi hot pot available in Mopi Village (磨皮村).
Pingdian produces rice, corn, wheat, tobacco, sugarcane and other crops.
Purchase Yi embroidery, bamboo weaving and other souvenirs at local markets.
Fresh produce available at local farmers’ markets.
Various hotels in Xinping County (新平县), a short drive from Pingdian.
Experience local culture at characteristic homestays around Pingdian.
Day 1: Arrive in Xinping, visit Mopan Mountain Forest Park (磨盘山森林公园)
Day 2: Explore Mopi Village (磨皮村), then Lovers Valley (情人谷风景区)
Day 3: Shopping and dining in Xinping before departure
Pingdian Township (平甸乡) attracts visitors with its profound history, rich folk culture and beautiful landscapes. Whether hiking in Mopan Mountain (磨盘山) or experiencing Yi traditions, you’ll discover this land’s unique charm. We wish you a memorable journey in Pingdian.
Chinese Name: 保山市隆阳区蒲缥镇
English Name: Pupiao Town of Longyang District, Baoshan
Shuitang Town is located in the northwest of Xinqing County, Yuxi City, on the eastern foothills of the central section of the Ailao Mountains (哀牢山). It lies between longitudes 101°19′41″ and 101°34′33″ and latitudes 24°01′59″ and 24°14′55″, about 80 kilometers from the county seat. To the east, it faces Gasha River (戛洒江) and is separated by the river from Lao Factory Township (老厂乡) and Gasha Town (戛洒镇). To the south, it connects with Gasha Town, to the west it borders Zhenyuan County (镇沅县), and to the northwest, it adjoins Zhelong Township (者竜乡). The terrain is higher in the west and lower in the east, with Gasha River to the east and the Ailao Mountains to the west, forming a narrow mountain valley and semi-mountainous region.
Shuitang Town has a long history. During the Song Dynasty (大理国), it belonged to the Malong Division (马龙部), under the jurisdiction of Weichu Prefecture (威楚府). In the 13th year of the Yuan Dynasty (1276), it became part of Yuanjiang Road (元江路). During the early Ming Dynasty (洪武 period, 1368-1372), it was under the administration of the Yunnan Provincial Government (云南布政司). The town is named after a natural pond located near the People’s Government Office.
Shuitang Town is home to multiple ethnic groups, including the Lahu (拉祜族) and Yi (彝族) peoples. In recent years, the Lahu traditional “3·18” Lahu Ethnic Festival, which was previously held in Old Ha Village (旧哈村), has been moved to the town center, significantly boosting the local economy and social development. The festival has also increased its popularity and impact.
Shuitang Town has a climate typical of semi-mountainous and river valley regions, with large temperature variations and distinct cold, temperate, and subtropical climatic features. The average annual temperature is 23.3°C, and the average annual precipitation is 431.3 mm. The best times to visit are spring (March to May) and autumn (September to November), when the climate is comfortable and the scenery is beautiful.
Experience the high-altitude natural landscape and enjoy the sea of clouds and sunrise. Suggested visiting time: 3 hours.
Admire the magnificent curve of the Red River and marvel at the wonders of nature. Suggested visiting time: 2 hours.
Enjoy the spectacular waterfall and the dynamic flow of water. Suggested visiting time: 1.5 hours.
Take a local bus or minibus from Xinqing County to Shuitang Town, with a travel time of about 2 hours.
Navigate to the Shuitang Town People’s Government (水塘社区水塘小组), with a driving time of approximately 1.5 hours.
Shuitang Town is the core production area of the famous Yunnan fruit “Chujing Orange,” known for its sweet and fragrant taste.
Made from local pigs, this cured meat has a rich and fragrant flavor, and is a traditional delicacy in Shuitang Town.
Shuitang Town produces a variety of agricultural products, such as citrus, walnuts, and tea, which can be purchased at the local farmers’ markets.
The town offers a rich selection of ethnic handicrafts, including Yi embroidery.
There are several hotels in Xinqing County, just a short drive from Shuitang Town.
There are also unique guesthouses around Shuitang Town where you can experience the local customs and lifestyle.
When visiting historical sites and participating in folk activities, please respect the local customs and culture.
Do not litter during your visit to help preserve the local natural environment.
When engaging in outdoor activities, prioritize personal safety and follow all relevant regulations.
Arrive in Xinqing County and head to Shuitang Town. Visit Damo Rock Peak and enjoy the high-altitude natural scenery.
Visit the First Bend of the Red River and admire its majestic curve, then head to Baima Waterfall in the afternoon to enjoy the magnificent waterfall.
Shop and taste the local cuisine in Xinqing County before concluding your journey.
Shuitang Town attracts numerous visitors with its rich natural resources and unique ethnic culture. Whether you’re hiking on the highest peak of Ailao Mountain, experiencing Lahu ethnic customs, or simply enjoying the stunning scenery, this place will captivate you with its charm. We hope you have an unforgettable trip to Shuitang Town.
Chinese Name: 保山市隆阳区汉庄镇
English Name: Hanzhuang Town of Longyang District, Baoshan
Chinese Name: 曲靖市宣威市东山镇
English Name: Dongshan Town of Xuanwei City, Qujing
Gasa Town (戛洒镇) is located in the western part of Xinping County (新平县), Yuxi City (玉溪市), at the foot of the Ailao Mountains (哀牢山脉) in the middle section to the east, on the banks of the Gasa River (戛洒江), an upper tributary of the Red River (红河). It serves as a transportation hub for three prefectures—Yuxi City (玉溪市), Chuxiong Prefecture (楚雄州), and Pu’er City (普洱市)—and five counties: Xinping County (新平县), Shuangbai County (双柏县), Zhenyuan County (镇沅县), Mojiang County (墨江县), and Yuanjiang County (元江县). The town government is based in Gasa Street (戛洒街), 65 kilometers from the county seat of Xinping and 245 kilometers from Kunming City (昆明市).
History and Culture
Gasa Town (戛洒镇) has a long history and has been a significant commercial and transportation hub since ancient times. The name “Gasa” (戛洒) is derived from the Dai language, meaning “a street on the sandy beach.” It was once an important node on the ancient Tea Horse Road, with a history traceable to the Ming and Qing dynasties. Gasa Town (戛洒镇) is home to the largest community of Hua Yao Dai (花腰傣) people in China, a sub-branch of the Dai ethnic group, named for the colorful sashes worn around the waists of women.
Ethnic Customs
Gasa Town (戛洒镇) is known as the “Hometown of the Hua Yao Dai (花腰傣).” The town is rich in ethnic customs and cultural traditions. It hosts several major annual festivals, including the “Flower Street Festival” (花街节), “Bathing Festival” (沐浴节), “Soup Pot Festival” (汤锅节), “Costume Festival” (服饰节), and “Music Festival” (音乐节). The Hua Yao Dai (花腰傣) people are renowned for their vibrant and colorful costumes and passionate singing and dancing, which are unique features of Gasa Town (戛洒镇).
Climate and Best Time to Visit
Gasa Town (戛洒镇) has a diverse climate with distinct vertical climatic zones, with an annual average temperature ranging from 17°C to 23°C. The best times to visit are spring (March to May) and autumn (September to November), when the weather is pleasant and the scenery is beautiful.
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Gasa Town (戛洒镇) attracts numerous visitors with its rich natural landscapes and unique ethnic culture. Whether you are exploring the Ailao Mountain National Nature Reserve (哀牢山国家级自然保护区) or immersing yourself in the ethnic culture of the Hua Yao Dai (花腰傣), you will surely be captivated by the unique charm of this land. We hope you have an unforgettable journey in Gasa Town (戛洒镇).
Chinese Name: 保山市隆阳区潞江镇 English Name: Lujiang Town of Longyang District, Baoshan...
Chinese Name: 曲靖市宣威市得禄乡 English Name: Delu Town of Xuanwei City, Qujing...
Laochang Township (老厂乡) is located in the northwest of Xinping Yi and Dai Autonomous County (新平彝族傣族自治县), Yuxi City (玉溪市), on the south bank of the Lüzhi River (绿汁江). To...
Chinese Name: 保山市隆阳区瓦窑镇 English Name: Wayao Town of Longyang District, Baoshan...
Xinhua Township (新化乡) is located directly north of Xinping Yi and Dai Autonomous County (新平彝族傣族自治县), Yuxi City (玉溪市), on the south bank of the Lüzhi River (绿汁江). To the...
Chinese Name: 曲靖市宣威市热水镇 English Name: Reshui Town of Xuanwei City, Qujing...
Pingdian Township (平甸乡) is located west of Xinping Yi and Dai Autonomous County (新平彝族傣族自治县) seat, bordering Guishan Subdistrict (桂山街道) and Tadian Town (塔甸镇) of Eshan County (峨山县) to the...
Chinese Name: 保山市隆阳区蒲缥镇 English Name: Pupiao Town of Longyang District, Baoshan...
Shuitang Town is located in the northwest of Xinqing County, Yuxi City, on the eastern foothills of the central section of the Ailao Mountains (哀牢山). It lies between longitudes...
Chinese Name: 保山市隆阳区汉庄镇 English Name: Hanzhuang Town of Longyang District, Baoshan...
Chinese Name: 曲靖市宣威市东山镇 English Name: Dongshan Town of Xuanwei City, Qujing...
Gasa Town (戛洒镇) is located in the western part of Xinping County (新平县), Yuxi City (玉溪市), at the foot of the Ailao Mountains (哀牢山脉) in the middle section to...
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