Guangxi Province - The Dragons Backbone

This was not our first visit to Guangxi province, this we did on our second visit to China 7 years ago. Unlike some of the other provinces we had visited on this trip,  Guangxi is one of the most touristy areas, but even though it gets far too many tourists for its own good, there are still some stunning areas of natural beauty that have not been spoilt.

China Videos Part Nine - Chengyang Village

Chengyang Village in Sangjiang, Guangxi is famous for having the wonderful Wind and Rain Bridge.
The village has changed a lot since we first visited it 10 years ago, but once you walk away from the bridge area and discover the village, you do get a sense of a very tranquil place.

China Videos Part Eight - Basha

A small Miao village in Guizhou. It is only 7km's from a large town, but it feels like centuries.

This is also one of the few remaining, if not the last ethnic group still allowed by law to carry guns.

China Videos - Part Seven - Zhaoxing

This was one of the most peaceful villages we visited in China and one of our favourites. It was so amazing just to wander around this Dong village.
It is miles from anywhere, not that hard to get to, but does take a little bit of effort, but the rewards are endless here. The village is famed for its drum towers which are in perfect condition.
I will follow up with a write up on Guizhou later this week. I hope.

China Videos - Part Six - Xijiang

Xijiang is the largest Miao village in Guizhou. Even though it is very commercial and a lot of things are in place for the tourists, it still remains a simple Miao village with a emphasis on rural life.