Baidi Village of Sanba Town in Shangri-La County, Diqing
Location
Baidi Village (白地村), the administrative center of Sanba Naxi Ethnic Township (三坝纳西族乡), is located:
- 102km from Shangri-La City (香格里拉市)
- At 2,300m elevation
- Northern foothills of Haba Snow Mountain (哈巴雪山)
- Birthplace of Naxi Dongba culture
Ethnic Culture & Traditions
Naxi Papermaking (纳西族手工造纸技艺):
- Known as Baidi Paper (白地纸)
- Recognized as Yunnan Provincial Intangible Cultural Heritage (2009)
- Vital component of Dongba culture
Hemp Weaving (纳西族传统纺麻技艺):
- Ancient craft with symbolic patterns
- Rich cultural significance
Festivals & Rituals
Pilgrimage to White Water (朝白水):
- Annual event on 8th day, 2nd lunar month
- Harvest prayers at White Water Terraces (白水台)
Dongba Ceremonies:
- Heaven worship
- Dragon deity rituals
- Reflect nature reverence
Architectural Heritage
- Well-preserved Naxi dwellings
- Traditional log cabin structures (井干式)
- Listed in China’s Traditional Villages (2013)
Key Attractions
White Water Terraces (白水台):
- China’s largest cold spring travertine formation
- Called “Immortal’s Rice Terraces”
- Sacred Dongba culture origin site
Aming Sacred Cave (阿明灵洞):
- Features Dongba pictographs
- Ancient cliff carvings
Naxi Homestays:
- Authentic cultural experiences
Transportation
By Car:
- 2-hour drive (102km) via National Highway 214 (214国道)
Public Transport:
- Bus from Shangri-La Bus Station (香格里拉客运站)
- Local taxi/motorcycle transfer
This Naxi cultural heartland offers unparalleled opportunities to experience authentic ethnic traditions amidst spectacular natural scenery, making it an essential destination in Shangri-La (香格里拉) region.
