Tu Nationality Hometown Park of Huzhu, Haidong
青海省海东市互助土族故土园景区(qīng hǎi hǎi dōng hù zhù tǔ zú gù tǔ yuán jǐng qū)
Located in Haidong, the scenic area is 31 kilometers from Xining, the capital city of Qinghai province. It covers 6.8 square kilometers, with its main tourist area measuring 3.25 sq km.
The scenic area was listed as a national 5A scenic area in 2014 by the Ministry of Culture and Tourism. Integrating sightseeing, relaxation, folk culture experiences and religious pilgrimage, it is a comprehensive tourist area where visitors from home and abroad can learn about the culture of the Tu minority.
The park showcases the splendid local culture and the longstanding history of highland barley wine, along with distinctive architecture and a mysterious religious culture.
Scenic Spot Level: AAAAA
Opening Hours: 8:30 am-6 pm
Ticket price: 120 yuan ($17), 100 yuan online
Address: Weiyuan town, Haidong, Qinghai province
Website: https://www.hztzgty.com/index.html (Chinese)
Note:
1. People of Tu minority are forbidden to eat round-hooved livestock such as mules, horses and donkeys, so do not mention these to the locals.
2. Please respect the local religion and customs.
Last Updated: Dec 17, 2018