Longpeng Village (龙朋村) Overview

📍 Location & Geography

• Located in eastern Longpeng Town, Shiping County, only 1 km from the town seat and 53 km from the county seat.

• Land area: 15.92 km² | Altitude: 1,750 m

• Climate: Subtropical monsoon (18℃ avg. temp, 1,100 mm rainfall).

• Provincial highway passes through, making it a regional trade hub.

👥 Population & Administration

• Population: 3,800 residents, in 17 villager groups.

• Demographics: Predominantly Han, with Yi, Dai, and others.

• 2020: Village committee restructured into community residents’ committee.

• Governance: “Party organization + cooperatives + villagers” model.

🌱 Economy & Industry

• Core: Secondary & tertiary sectors (31.24%), agriculture (rice & cherries).

• Yam cultivation: 1,000+ acres, output > ¥100 million, households earn ¥70–80k.

• Wild mushroom industry: Output ¥70+ million; annual Mushroom Festival selects “King of Mushrooms” (e.g. 2,020 g in 2025).

• Traditional foods: Small tofu pockets, cold rice noodles.

• Commerce: 950+ enterprises/households, avg. income ¥200k, 6,000+ jobs.

🏛️ Culture & Heritage

• Historic sites: Longzaitian Commander’s Tombstone, Li Hengsheng’s Former Residence, “Airplane House.”

• Listed in China’s 4th Batch of Traditional Villages (2016).

• Ecological role: Dianzhong River (key Yilong Lake source), with strong community eco-protection programs.

🌸 Tourism Highlights

• Cultural: Explore traditional streets, visit Li Hengsheng’s residence, join Wild Mushroom Festival (May–July).

• Food: Taste cold rice noodles & tofu snacks.

• Winter: Participate in eco-tours linked to Yilong Lake conservation.

• Nearby: Taoyuan Village’s intangible heritage (Yanhe Dance, Haicaiqiang Singing).

🛣️ Infrastructure & Travel Tips

• Facilities: Full utilities; 217 households with biogas, 341 with solar.

• Transport: Provincial highway direct; off-road vehicles suggested for side roads.

• Best seasons: May–July (cherry & mushroom season), or winter (mild climate).

• Tips: Contact Longpeng Community Party Branch for events; respect farming customs; join eco-volunteering.