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.