Yetian Ancient Village
椰田古寨
A Li and Miao cultural village in Yingzhou Town, Lingshui, where you can see Li brocade weaving, Miao silver ornaments and bamboo pole dances. It is often visited on the way along the east coast route.
Yetian Ancient Village lies in Yingzhou Town, Lingshui. It is a cultural scenic area themed on the folk customs of the Li and Miao peoples. The site has reconstructed boat-shaped houses and Miao village architecture. It showcases handicrafts such as Li brocade weaving, dyeing and embroidery (a national intangible cultural heritage), Miao silver jewellery and batik. Folk performances include bamboo pole dancing and Miao songs and dances, and visitors can take part. The village is not large. A visit takes about 1 to 2 hours, and it is a convenient cultural stop on the Hainan east coast route or on the way from Sanya or Qingshui Bay. It is about 15 minutes by car from Qingshui Bay, and driving yourself is the most convenient option. The scenic area has a shopping section, so be careful when buying items such as silver jewellery. Opening status and admission prices should be confirmed with the scenic area or the platform before your visit, as one platform has at times shown the village as temporarily closed.
Opening hours
Approx. 08:30–18:00 (check status before visiting)
Nearby sights
- Clearwater Bay
- Xincun Harbour Tanka Fishing Rafts
- Nanwan Monkey Island
- Hainan Ocean Paradise
- Diaoluoshan National Forest Park
- Xiangshui Bay
- Fenjiezhou Island
- Riyue Bay