Events
Henan Museum
Yunnan--a different ethnic minority groups province
Time: 2008-11-18 09:17:56
Yunnan takes pride in its rich natural and cultural resources. The most attractive of which is the folklore and culture of the area's 25 ethnic minority groups. It's rare to see so many different ethnic minority groups living harmoniously in one province. Majestic and colorful are the most frequently used words to describe people's life in Yunnan.
  
Get lost in the spectacular Stone Forest, the World Karst Landscape Museum with
countless stone pillars weathered into countless bizarre shapes
Step back in time in the narrow cobblestone streets of Lijiang Old Town, and have
a cycling adventure around the countryside
Visit the Naxi Baisha Village and witness the Naxi people's ancient music,
and see how they have lived unchanged for centuries
Conquer the amazing Jade Dragon Snow Mountain, and enjoy the breathtaking
scenery and pristine glaciers
Trek the world's deepest gorge, the Tiger Leaping Gorge, a breathtaking
hike amid soaring cliffs and waterfalls
Visit the town of Shigu, the best vantage point to view the "First Bend of
Yangtze River"
See the towering Three Pagodas of Chongsheng Temple, and cycle along
the shore of the ear-shaped Erhai Lake
Wander the ancient streets of the Dali Ancient City, and witness the Bai
people with their ancient and fascinating culture
Discover the mystery and tradition of Tibetan Buddhism in Zhongdian by
visiting the Gedan Songzanlin Monastery, the Napa Hai Grassland and
even a Tibetan family
Take your taste buds to paradise with the diverse and unique Yunnan Cuisine
which is a perfect blending of many ethnic minority traditional cuisines