Haidian Village of Hutiaoxia Town in Shangri-La City, Diqing

Location

Haidian Village (海典村) is situated in northern Hutiaoxia Town (虎跳峡镇), Shangri-La City (香格里拉市), Diqing Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture (迪庆藏族自治州), covering 9.45 km². Key features:

  • 32.67km from town government seat
  • Backed by Haidian Yitong Mountain (海典以通山)
  • Facing Haidian Lada River (海典拉达河)
  • Proximity to National Highway 214 (214国道)

Ethnic Culture

Primarily inhabited by Yi people preserving:
Traditional Architecture:

  • Wooden log houses (木楞房) with ethnic characteristics

Performing Arts:

  • Left Foot Dance (左脚舞) with unique rhythms

Textile Heritage:

  • Vibrant, intricately patterned Yi costumes

Festivals & Customs

Torch Festival (火把节):

  • Celebrated on 24th day, 6th lunar month
  • Symbolizes hope and brightness

Yi New Year (彝族年):

  • Observed in 10th lunar month
  • Features pig slaughtering and sacrificial rituals

Architectural Heritage

Well-preserved traditional structures:

  • Mostly built 1950s-1970s
  • 56% log cabin architecture (井干式结构)
  • Important sites for Yi cultural experiences

Natural Resources

Scenic surroundings include:

  • Mountain-ringed landscape
  • Farmlands to the south
  • Lada Stream (拉达小溪) flowing through

Transportation

By Car:

  • 32.67km from Shangri-La (香格里拉) via NH214 (214国道)

Public Transport:

  • Bus from Shangri-La Bus Station (香格里拉客运站)
  • Local taxi/motorcycle transfer

This traditional Chinese village blends Yi cultural heritage with modern rural life, offering visitors authentic ethnic experiences amidst breathtaking natural scenery.