Ten-thousand Mu Pear Blossoms Garden in Baxin Yi Ethnic Town of Wenshan City
Chinese Name:文山市坝心彝族乡万亩梨园
English Name: Ten-thousand Mu Pear Blossoms Garden in Baxin Yi Ethnic Town of Wenshan City
Overview
The Wanmu Pear Orchard in Baxin Yi Township, Wenshan City, was established in 2009 by Wenshan City Xinyi Agricultural Technology Co., Ltd. This agricultural technology enterprise integrates planting, breeding, science popularization, training, and sightseeing. The company has established a 900-acre planting and breeding base in Xiaopingba Village, Baxin Township, which includes over 600 acres of pear trees. Currently, 400 acres are bearing fruit, with an expected yield of 400 tons this year and an estimated output value of 800,000 RMB.
Economic Impact
The company promotes economic growth by establishing bases and developing economic forest fruit planting. It pays local farmers over 200,000 RMB annually in land rent and employs nearby villagers, with annual wage payments exceeding 400,000 RMB. Additionally, it encourages local farmers to develop over 1,000 acres of fruit tree planting, significantly boosting local incomes. The pears are primarily sold to Vietnam, Guangdong, Guangxi, Guizhou, Kunming, and other cities within the province, where they are highly favored by customers.
Baxin Yi Township Pear Blossom Festival
Festival Highlights
On March 14, Baxin Yi Township hosted the Baxin Tapu Pear Blossom Festival, themed “Strolling through the Ten Thousand Acres of Pear Blossoms, Smiling Pear Blossoms in the Spring Breeze.” The event was held both online and offline, allowing on-site visitors and online audiences to learn about local agricultural tourism culture and appreciate the natural scenery.
Opening Ceremony
The festival officially opened at 2:30 PM with a variety of performances, including songs, dances, recitations, and calligraphy, creating a lively atmosphere.
Dance Performance – “Ode to the Pear Blossoms”: The dance performance, themed around pear blossoms, featured graceful and light movements, showcasing the beauty of the blossoms and the charm of classical dance, earning rounds of applause from the audience.
Performer Fang Lei: “I am very happy to participate in the Baxin Pear Blossom Festival. The scenery here is very beautiful. The dance ‘Ode to the Pear Blossoms’ is very fitting. I am grateful to the festival for providing this stage. For friends who love photography, I recommend coming to Baxin to enjoy the flowers and travel.”
Performer Lu Guanghuan: “Today, we collaborated with the Wenshan Writers Association on the program ‘Ode to Baxin,’ celebrating the pear blossoms and raising awareness of their beauty.”
Activities
After the cultural performances, various activities took place, including:
- Finding the King of Pear Trees Activity & Aerobic Exercise
- Photography Contest Themed around Pear Blossoms
- Live Streaming by Online Celebrities and Showcasing Baxin Specialties
Influencers, photography enthusiasts, and visitors enjoyed the scenic orchard, taking photos and sharing their experiences. Additionally, enthusiasts in traditional costumes displayed Hanfu and performed Qipao shows amidst the pear blossoms, creating a visual feast.
Local Resident Song Tinghui: “The government has grandly organized the Pear Blossom Festival in Baxin, which hasn’t been this lively for many years. We locals are very happy and hope more tourists will come to Baxin to celebrate, enjoy the pear blossoms, and taste the Tapu pears.”
Visitor Mu Guanrui: “I heard about the Baxin Pear Blossom Festival in early March and have been looking forward to it, planning to come with friends for photography. Today, the festival finally opened. The local culture is very simple, their ethnic costumes are very beautiful, and the pear blossoms in Baxin are stunning. It was worth the trip.”
Travel Tips for Visitors
- Best Time to Visit: Mid to late March, during the pear blossom festival.
- Location: Baxin Yi Township, Wenshan City. The main spots to see the pear blossoms are Xiaopingba Village and the surrounding areas.
- Activities: Enjoy cultural performances, participate in photography contests, and explore the scenic pear orchards.
- Local Specialties: Don’t miss tasting the delicious Tapu pears and exploring local ethnic cultures.
For a memorable visit, plan your trip around the pear blossom festival to experience the full beauty and vibrant culture of Baxin Yi Township.
