Longche Village in Longwu Town in Shiping County, Honghe

Longche Village is in Longwu Town, Shiping County, Yunnan Province, 7 kilometers from the town center and 94 kilometers from the county seat. Comprising 5 natural villages and 10村民 groups, it has 441 households and a population of 1,700, all rural residents. With 1,169 laborers, 938 of whom work in the primary sector, the village’s economy relies mainly on farming and livestock breeding. Farming focuses on tobacco, traditional Chinese medicine herbs, vegetables, and white radishes, while livestock breeding centers on pigs, cattle, and sheep.

Historical and Cultural Significance

  • Name Origin: Longche was originally called “Luosi” in the Yi language. “Long” means dragon,” and “Si” means village. Legend has it that the village was named for the dragon-shaped mountain it sits on.
  • Historical Evolution: From 1950 to 1951, it was part of Longzhong District Eshuang Township. In 1952, it became Longche Township. In 1959, it was renamed Longche Management Zone. In 1963, it was changed to Longche Commune. From 1969 to 1979, it was known as Longche大队Revolutionary Committee. In 1980, it became the Longche大队Management Committee. In 1984, with the abolition of communes and the restoration of district and small township systems, it was reestablished as Longche Township. In 1988, during the district and township system reform, it was renamed Longche Village Office (Service Center). In 2000, following the village system reform, it was officially designated as a村民委员会.

Economic Development

  • Farming: Farming is a pillar of Longche Village’s economy, with tobacco, traditional Chinese medicine herbs, vegetables, and white radishes as key crops. In December 2021, the Honghe Prefecture Department of Agriculture and Rural Affairs recognized Longche Village as a 2021 Honghe Prefecture “one village, one product” specialized town and village, with white radishes as its main product.
  • Livestock Breeding: Livestock breeding, focusing on pigs, cattle, and sheep, is another vital part of the local economy.

Ecological Environment

  • Forest Resources: Longche Village boasts abundant forest resources. In December 2023, it was selected as one of Yunnan Province’s fourth batch of provincial forest villages.
  • Natural Scenery: The village offers stunning natural landscapes, including the A Hong River and dense forests.

Tourism Features

  • Natural Landscapes: With the A Hong River and dense forests, Longche Village is an ideal destination for experiencing rural natural beauty.
  • Cultural Experiences: Visitors can immerse themselves in the local Yi culture and traditional agricultural life.