Qingyan Ancient Town, Guiyang.
Qingyan Ancient Town, one of the four ancient towns in Guizhou, is located in Huaxi District, Guiyang City, Guizhou Province, and was built in 1378, the tenth year of Hongwu in the Ming Dynasty. The ancient town has temples, churches, museums, and the former residences of many historical celebrities. Pic by Chen Weihong.
Christian church in Guizhou
Qingyan Ancient Town, about one hour's drive from Guiyang City. Although Qingyan is not a large town, it is a place where four religions coexist: Buddhism, Taoism, Catholicism, and Christianity were all introduced to the town between 1573 and 1946, and each developed and coexisted. So in Qingyan ancient town, you can see temples, Taoist temples, and churches. According to locals, the church is always filled with worshippers on Sundays.
Xijiang Miao Village
Located about 75km southeast of Kaili in Leishan County, Xijiang is the largest Hmong/Miao village in China, with about 1,000 households. Nestled in a valley surrounded by lush bamboo forests, the village has hundreds of dark brown wooden stilt houses built into the side of a hill and is bordered by paddy fields.
Church in Guizhou
Qingyan Ancient Town is about one hour's drive from Guiyang City. Although Qingyan is not a large town, it is a place where four religions coexist: Buddhism, Taoism, Catholicism, and Christianity were all introduced to the town between 1573 and 1946, and each developed and coexisted. So in Qingyan ancient town, you can see temples, Taoist temples, and churches. According to locals, the church is always filled with worshippers on Sundays. Photo by Zoie
Qing Yan Old Town, Guiyang, Guizhou
Step back in time with this vintage photo from Guizhou! Take a glimpse beyond the ancient city walls of Qingyan Ancient Town and admire the picturesque scenery that unfolds. Immerse yourself in the charm of Guizhou's rich history and captivating landscapes. 📷Photo by Lu Xianyi
Yingxiang Temple, Qingyan Ancient Town, Guiyang.
Qingyan Ancient Town, located 30 kilometers from Guiyang city, is one of the four ancient towns in Guizhou. A highlight of the South Street in Qingyan Ancient Town is Yingxiang Temple 迎祥寺, meaning "Meet auspicious temple," which dates back to the Ming Dynasty (1621). Make sure to visit this historic temple when exploring Qingyan Ancient Town.
Qingyan Ancient Town, Guiyang.
Qingyan Ancient Town, one of the four ancient towns in Guizhou, is located in Huaxi District, Guiyang City, Guizhou Province, and was built in 1378, the tenth year of Hongwu in the Ming Dynasty. The ancient town has temples, churches, museums, and the former residences of many historical celebrities. Pic by Chen Weihong.
Yingxiang Temple, Qingyan Ancient Town, Guiyang.
Qingyan Ancient Town, located 30 kilometers from Guiyang city, is one of the four ancient towns in Guizhou. A highlight of the South Street in Qingyan Ancient Town is Yingxiang Temple迎祥寺, meaning "Meet auspicious temple," which dates back to the Ming Dynasty (1621). Make sure to visit this historic temple when exploring Qingyan Ancient Town.