Guiyang vitalizes rural area through 'Tourism+' strategy

Surrounded by mountains, Pianpo Bouyei township offers a breathtaking escape into nature. [Photo/Wudang media center]

Through the deep integration of "Tourism+," Pianpo Bouyei township in Guiyang, capital of Southwest China's Guizhou province, has connected various culture and tourism sectors to offer visitors a better travel experience while injecting new vitality into rural vitalization.

The township offers a curated itinerary that helps visitors immerse themselves in the Bouyei lifestyle. In the morning, tourists can dress in exquisite Bouyei traditional attire and learn the art of batik or embroidery from intangible cultural heritage practitioners, creating their own unique souvenirs.

At noon, they can savor authentic flavors like Bouyei "door-blocking wine" and handmade grey tofu or join in the tradition of pounding ciba (glutinous rice cakes).

In the afternoon, they can enjoy the traditional "sister flute" performance or join in the rhythmic movements of the bamboo pole dance.

In the evening, they can learn ancient Bouyei songs around a roaring bonfire and share an authentic village feast at a traditional long-table banquet.

This journey guarantees that guests take home more than just a full photo gallery; they gain new skills, songs, and memories filled with authentic human connection.

Pianpo also balances development with conservation by using raw stone for paving and creatively transforming abandoned pigsties into charming shops. All guesthouse sewage is linked to treatment facilities, and the area promotes solar streetlights and biomass energy. Environmental protection is even woven into village regulations, encouraging guests to embrace low-carbon travel.