Overview:

is a scenic and cultural heritage protection area out of the core area of the Wuzhishan National Geopark in Hainan Province, China. It is made up of two villages, namely DongFang and Binglanggu. The area holds an important history and culture of the DongFang Li and Miao ethnic groups, as it has been a key defense position for them since the 15th century. It is also a favored place of the Li and Miao people to practice their traditional cultures and customs such as singing, dances, festivals, and so on. As a well-protected area, it is home to many nature reserves and scenic spots, and also a popular tourist attraction. It is one of the most beautiful monuments in China
Prominent Features:

1. It has the world’s only natural wetland reservation of Li and Miao minority groups. 2. The Park is also the first ethnological park in Hainan Province featuring the culture of Li and Miao minority groups. 3. The park includes the open-air museum and the Ethnic Culture Exhibition Hall. 4. The park also offers traditional performances for visitors to explore. 5. There are numerous plant species on display, including over 130 varieties of medicinal herbs. 6. It also has over 1,000 ancient trees that are over 300 years old. 7. The park has launched several activities on topics including traditional Li music, traditional Li dance, Hulusi, bamboo shoot carving, silver tribal gossip, etc. 8. Several sections of the park focus on activities for children, such as the Fairy Tale Garden and the Li and Miao Town. 9. It is home to many species of birds, insects, reptiles, and amphibians. 10. Over 70% of the park is covered with lush tropical vegetation. You can learn history, culture, and heritage through these magnificent monuments in China.

History:

Hainan Dongfang Binglanggu Li & Miao Cultural Heritage Park is located in Mt. Jianfengling National Nature Reserve, 260 km to the east of Hainan Island, and occupies an area of 500,000 square kilometers. It is China’s only Li ethnicity and Miao ethnicity nature reserve, and is the largest nature reserve from the Miao ethnicity in the world. This park was established in 2011 to protect traditional values and cultural heritage of Li and Miao ethnicities in Hainan. It is also designed to help the local Li and Muo communities to preserve and develop their traditional culture and villagers’ lifestyles. The park includes thirty-two villages as well as eighteen Li & Miao cultural relic sites, including the 200-year-old “Fish Village”, and a 1,300-year-old copper fish. Tourism began to develop in the park in 2013 with the launch of the “Oriental Movies and Arts Festival” which was held at the Fish Village. A variety of local custom activities and performances were also held during this festival, and it attracted tourists from all over the country. Dongfang Binglanggu Li & Miao Cultural Heritage Park was also included as a part of the 39th World Heritage Convention held in 2015. Since then, the park has become one of the most recognized heritage places in the country. As of 2020, the Cultural Heritage Park is home to 599 Li, Miao, and Hui communities, and has been included in the National AAAAA Tourist Attractions list. Tour activities including ethnic cultural experience tours, photography tours, handicraft experience tours, and agricultural sightseeing tours are organized to promote the preservation of the traditional Li and Miao culture. This park is also responsible for organizing a range of festivals, tourist activities, and performance programs which aim to showcase the unique culture and art of the Li and Miao people. Visit one of the famous monuments of China with your friends and family.

Interesting facts:

1. The Hainan Dongfang, Binglanggu Li & Miao Cultural Heritage Park is the first ethnic integration park in China and was established in 2010. 2. It is located in Ledong County, Hainan Province and is the largest tropical ethnic park in China. 3. The park covers an area of 500,000 square meters, including nine ethnic villages and seven tourist routes. 4. Every year the park hosts large-scale activities such as the traditional Li & Miao New Year Festival, the Hainan International Folk Music Festival, and the Festival of the Eternal Light. 5. The park houses the traditional Li & Miao wooden architecture, stone labyrinths, and traditional totem objects, such as eight Taoist statues, and various legends such as the infamous eight immortals. 6. There are also various ethnic songs and dances, cooking classes, barter markets, and other folk activities open to visitors. One of the historical monuments of China, it tells the story of a bygone era