Cizhong Village
This Tibetan and Naxi village's Honey Rose wine bears the mark of 19th-century French missionaries.

šŸ“œ Predominantly Tibetan and Naxi village in Yunnan's mountainous landscape, known for its unique culture and wine.

Why Go

ā›Ŗ Experience a unique blend of Catholic and minority cultures.
šŸ· Taste rare Rose Honey wine from a grape not cultivated elsewhere.
šŸ›ļø Explore the historic Cizhong Church, rebuilt in 1914.

Why Avoid

āš ļø Roads leading to the village can be narrow and muddy.
šŸ“‰ Winemaking future uncertain due to a 2018 damming project.

Tips

āœˆļø Accessible via public transit: fly to Shangri-La, then bus to Deqen county, then shuttle to Cizhong.
šŸ‡ Visit one of the two remaining vineyards, including one on the old church grounds.

Last updated 28 days ago

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