Positioned in the southeast of Guizhou Province in South China, Kaili is the main city of the Miao and Doug ethnic minority as well as a cultural hub.
The surrounding landscape and terrain of Kaili is breathtakingly beautiful with spectacular mountains, thick nature reserves and open grasslands. Kaili is steeped with a history dating back thousands of years and there is some fantastic ancient architecture to see. Accommodation in the city is varied with a wide selection of hotels available.
The main attraction of Kaili is the traditional culture of the Miao people, which can be seen through numerous ancient structures, traditional dance performances and several interesting museums. The surrounding countryside offers great adventure activities including hiking, cycling and nature watching. The nearby Wuyang River also provides picturesque riverside scenery.
Getting There & Away
Kaili is easily reached by air, road or rail with an extensive public transport system. The closest airport is Liping and it has regular flights from numerous cities including the capital of China, Beijing. Flights to Beijing take less than an hour. Trains are also popular, with picturesque scenery along the rail lines. Buses are frequent although less comfortable and slow.
Things to Do
Kaili Attractions
- · Langde Miao Ethnic Minority Village
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Is a popular tourist attraction which displays the unique and interesting history of the miao people.
Side trips from Kaili
- · Leigongshan Nature Reserve
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Offers stunning natural landscape covering 17 square miles with an array of animals and plant species.
Events
- · Dragon Dance Festival
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Is held on the 15th of the 1st lunar month and is an exciting and lively festival with dance, music and cultural performances.