Must-Visit Guide to the Yi Water Village
by DAX GRIFFITH
Jul 21, 2025
🌌 More beautiful as night falls! Experience the starry sky and ethnic festivities in Xianrendong Village!
🌟 Reasons to Visit
Stunning night views + ethnic charm, Yunnan’s hidden gem.
🌙 Night Tour Highlights
1️⃣ Ethnic Song and Dance Feast
National Day special! Under the night sky, Yi and Miao girls dressed in traditional costumes perform lively bamboo pole dances for an immersive experience (performance time 20:00-21:30)
📸 Photo spot: Stone steps on both sides of the stage for a perfect light and shadow shot!
2️⃣ Firefly Alley
A little surprise at the corner of Lantern Alley — a group of artificially raised fireflies flickering like a sea of stars at night
💡 Tips: Fewer people after 9 PM for better photos
🍢 Food Highlights
Firepit Grilled Fish: Local tilapia + secret sour soup, about 40 RMB per person
Petal Glutinous Rice Wine: Yi ethnic specialty, mildly sweet and light
Night Market BBQ: Must-try Jianshui tofu and lemongrass grilled chicken wings
⚠️ Tips to Avoid Trouble
• Village stone paths are slippery, wear non-slip shoes!
• Song and dance performances are free but front seats require early reservation
• Drones must be registered; some areas are no-fly zones
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