Rice terraces, village clouds and sea, follow National Geographic citywalk - Zhaoxing Dong Village.

Zhaoxing Dong Village is located in Liping County, Qiandongnan Miao and Dong Autonomous Prefecture, Guizhou Province. It is one of the oldest and largest Dong villages in China, known as the "First Village of Dongxiang". It is not only a land of drum towers, but also a sea of singing and dancing, preserving a rich Dong ethnic minority culture. The unique stilted houses, exquisite drum towers, ancient Dong songs and Dong operas constitute the unique charm of Zhaoxing Dong Village. 🗓 Itinerary: Morning: Depart from Congjiang Station and take a direct bus to Zhaoxing Dong Village (about 10 minutes by car). After arriving, check in first. Stroll through the Dong ethnic style street, admire the magnificent drum towers and flower bridges, and experience the unique charm of Dong architecture. You can take a photo on the small wooden bridge in front of Jiajie Batik Shop. Noon: Have lunch in the Dong Village. We recommend trying local specialties such as sour soup fish and Congjiang Xiangzhu. Afternoon: Go to Tang'an Dong Village. You can choose to take a scenic minibus or hike (about 2-3 hours). On the way, you can enjoy the beautiful rice terrace scenery. In Tang'an Dong Village, visit the drum tower and stage to experience the Dong ethnic style. Don't miss the large viewing platform 100 meters inside the Tang'an Village Gate. This is a great place to take photos. Evening: Return to Zhaoxing Dong Village, climb the viewing platform to watch the sunset, and overlook the entire Dong Village. It is very beautiful. Night: In the evening, you can watch the Dong Grand Song performance in the village and experience the charm of Dong culture. Precautions: 💰 Per capita consumption: The ticket price of Zhaoxing Dong Village is 80 yuan/person, and the scenic area shuttle bus is 20 yuan/person (round trip). The specific price is subject to the actual disclosure of the scenic area on the day. 📝 Note tips: There are many guesthouses and hotels in the village. You can choose accommodation according to your personal preferences and budget. The food prices in the village are moderate, and you can try local specialties. Zhaoxing Dong Village is open 24 hours a day, but please pay attention to safety, especially when going out at night. Zhaoxing Drum Tower Group 🌟 Highlights: The drum tower group in Zhaoxing Dong Village is famous for its unique shape and long history, known as the "Hometown of Drum Tower Culture and Art". The five drum towers represent benevolence, righteousness, courtesy, wisdom, and faith. Each has its own unique style and historical story. Tang'an Rice Terraces Located not far from Zhaoxing Dong Village, Tang'an Rice Terraces are a pure land that has not been commercialized. The terraced fields are built on the mountain, like a moving picture scroll. Especially in the early morning or evening, the light is soft and the scenery is even more charming.