Entertainment in Yulong County, Lijiang

 Folk Festivals and Celebrations

  • Naxi “Sanduo Festival” (纳西族”三多节”):
    Held annually from the 15th to the 20th day of the third lunar month, this traditional Naxi festival is a major occasion for cultural exchange and entertainment. Activities include rich displays of ethnic culture, such as performances of Naxi ancient music (纳西古乐), Dongba dance (东巴舞), and Leba dance (勒巴舞). There are also special trade fairs and intangible cultural heritage exhibitions.
  • Spring Festival Activities:
    Yulong County hosts a “Non-Generic Spring Festival” (非遗版春节) event, where visitors can participate in Naxi New Year preparations, such as making traditional foods like cured pork ribs (腊排骨) and chickpea jelly (鸡豆凉粉). They can also enjoy performances like the Qilin dance (舞麒麟) and Naxi ancient music.
  • Mid-Autumn Festival Activities:
    During the Mid-Autumn Festival, Junliang Village (均良村) in Lashi Town (拉市镇) offers immersive experiences where visitors can dress in traditional costumes and engage in Naxi customs, such as making “Bantao” (班涛, meaning “mooncake” in Naxi language).

Immersive Cultural Tourism Experiences

  • Xushanhai Immersive Theme Village (序山海沉浸式主题村落):
    Located in Junliang Village (均良村) within the Lashi Lake Scenic Area (拉市海风景区), this is China’s first immersive cultural tourism brand. Visitors can “become characters in a story,” experiencing the history of the Ancient Tea-Horse Road (茶马古道), the romance of Naxi wedding customs, and the mystique of Dongba culture (东巴文化).
  • “Xushanhai” Realistic Ancient-Style Immersive Interactive Experience (《序山海》实景古风沉浸式互动体验活动):
    Held in Junliang Village, this activity allows visitors to “travel through time” and experience the Naxi people’s unique Mid-Autumn traditions.

Cultural Exhibitions and Performances

  • Naxi Cultural Showcase (纳西文化展示展演):
    During the Sanduo Festival, the “A Night Through a Millennium” (一夜话千年) performance presents Naxi culture through a combination of song, dance, and music, showcasing centuries of traditions.
  • Baisha Fine Music (白沙细乐) and Naxi Primitive Leba Dance (纳西原生态勒巴舞):
    At the Naxi New Year Lantern Festival (纳西新春提灯会), visitors can experience the charm of Naxi music and dance up close.

Sports and Competitive Activities

  • Square Dance Competitions (广场舞大赛):
    Multiple square dance competitions are held during the Sanduo Festival, attracting many participants.
  • Chinese Chess Tournament (中国象棋大赛):
    Organized by the Yulong County Cultural Center during the Sanduo Festival.

Other Entertainment Activities

  • “Four Seasons Village Evening” (四季村晚):
    A national event held in Yulong County, featuring artistic performances that highlight the unique charm of rural Lijiang and its farmers, as well as the essence of Yulong’s ethnic culture and traditional arts.
  • Fun Carnival Activities (趣味游园活动):
    Held during Children’s Day (六一儿童节), this event includes various games, allowing children to celebrate their holiday joyfully.

The above are some of the entertainment activities available in Yulong Naxi Autonomous County (丽江市玉龙纳西族自治县). Visitors can choose to participate based on their interests.