Qianjiadong
千家峒
A mountain basin regarded as the ancestral homeland of the Yao people. It has a Panwang Square, a cluster of waterfalls and primeval forest, and is a place where Yao descendants come to seek their roots.
Qianjiadong is in Qianjiadong Yao Ethnic Township in the northwest of Jiangyong County, ringed by high mountains. It is legendarily the birthplace of the Yao ancestors, and Yao people from home and abroad often come here to trace their roots and honor their ancestors. The scenic area is divided into upper, middle and lower valleys. Its sights include Panwang Square, displays of Yao culture, a cluster of waterfalls known as "Heavenly Maidens Scattering Flowers," and dense forest. The valleys are good for summer hiking to escape the heat. It is about 15 km from the county seat. Facilities in the mountains are basic, and admission and opening hours follow local announcements. The coordinates given are for the township government seat of Qianjiadong.
Opening hours
Per scenic area announcements
Nearby sights
- Tongkou Village
- Nüshu Garden & Museum
- Jiucailing (Dupang Mountains)
- Shanggantang Ancient Village
- Goulan Yao Village