What to see?
Tangan Village is surrounded by great mountains and green rivers. Birds are singing on tall trees while fishes are swimming under the clear water. There is a well named Piaojing. Water runs from the well is clear and sweet. People can drink the fresh water directly without disinfecting. Taking a walk through the rural roads will make travelers feel like they are walking on the fairyland.

The natural and serene environment in Tangan Village makes it a nice place for people to escape from the noisy city life and experience rural life. Travelers can see clearly the reflections of theirs in rivers when they standing by the riverbanks.

The drum tower in Tangan Village is not only a wooden tower but also a gathering place for Dong people. And what’s more, drum tower stands for the strong will and spirit of Dong people. Drum tower plays an essential role among Dong people’s daily life. It is widely said that: Where there is Dong Ethnic, there is drum. There are some performances like local song and dance show, drum play etc. Players there will begin to dance when the rhythmic drum-beatings.

There is usually a drama stage alongside the drum tower. Drama stage is a place for Dong people to show their talents. There will be lots of Dong drama performances, which playing whole day. Everyone there is a talented dancer and singer by nature. Lots of traditional dramas will be played by locals. Also, travelers are welcome to take part in.

Walking in the village, you can see the Ground-shaped Well which is a drinkable well with perennially running water. The well is made of green stone and there are two grooves from left to right respectively. Because the shape of the well looks like a lying gourd, locals called it “Piaojing” (Gourd-shaped well). The water running out of the well is sweet and cool. People from other villages often come there carry gallons of water home.

In the village, you can also see the Wind & Rain Bridge (Feengyu Bridge) which is made of wood. Fengyu bridge is very popular among young single girls and boys. It is built by Miao people in the purpose of improving living conditions and protecting local environment. And also, it is built as a gathering place for single boys and girls to love.

Local folk custom: in summer, there will be lots of young single boys singing and dancing with Lusheng (local reed pipe) and Chinese lute. While young single girls will sit down on the bridge and find the one she likes. The custom not only suits for locals but also welcome travelers to join in.

Travel Tips:
Add: Zhaoxing township, Liping County,Qiandongnan,Guizhou Province
Opening Hours: 08:00-18:00
Entrance Fee: CNY 60

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