Sanpai Yao Village
The Yao ethnic culture of Lianan is the most distinctive attraction of northern Guangdong. The Babai Yao, who live in Lianan, are unique in China, preserving unique,…
Sanpai Yao Village, Northern Guangdong
Key facts
- Admission
- ¥50
- Opening hours
- 9：00—18：00
- Time needed
- 0.5–1 day
- Getting there
- Take a bus from Guangzhou Bus Station directly to Lianan County town. From Lianan Bus Station, buses run to Sanpai Yao Village.
- Guidebook rating
- 3 / 5
From China Self Guided Travel 2025, page 2399. Open in Google Maps
About Sanpai Yao Village
The Yao ethnic culture of Lianan is the most distinctive attraction of northern Guangdong. The Babai Yao, who live in Lianan, are unique in China, preserving unique, simple and richly colourful ethnic customs. The houses of Sanpai Yao Village climb the hillside in tiers, with corridors and passageways linking each household together to form the characteristic Yao “pai” layout. It is a must-visit site for experiencing Yao folk culture.
At Sanpai Yao Village, you can learn about Yao wedding and funeral customs, join a Yao bonfire party, learn from Yao women how to brew rice wine and make tofu, taste the distinctive Yao water wine, admire the embroidery of Yao girls, and experience the simple, unhurried everyday life of the Yao people.
Frequently asked questions
How much does Sanpai Yao Village cost?
Admission to Sanpai Yao Village is ¥50, as listed in the 2025 guidebook. Prices can change; check the official channel before you go.
What are the opening hours of Sanpai Yao Village?
Sanpai Yao Village is open 9：00—18：00.
How do I get to Sanpai Yao Village?
Take a bus from Guangzhou Bus Station directly to Lianan County town. From Lianan Bus Station, buses run to Sanpai Yao Village.
How long should I spend at Sanpai Yao Village?
Plan on 0.5–1 day for Sanpai Yao Village.
Where is Sanpai Yao Village?
Sanpai Yao Village is in Northern Guangdong, Guangdong Province, in the South China of China.
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