Guide to Visiting the Yao Nationality Museum of China

The China Yao Museum is located at No. 1, Museum Road, Sanjiang Town, Liannan Yao Autonomous County, Qingyuan City, Guangdong Province. It is a comprehensive museum that displays the history and culture of the Yao people. The following is a carefully prepared tour guide for you to help you better appreciate the unique charm of Yao culture. Opening hours: Tuesday to Sunday 9:00-17:00 (last admission after 16:30), closed on Mondays. It is recommended to plan your trip in advance to avoid missing the visiting time. Visiting Instructions: Please bring your second-generation ID card when visiting and enter the museum through the self-service channel. The museum is open to the public free of charge, but visitors must abide by relevant regulations, remain quiet, and not touch the exhibits. Exhibition highlights: The museum is themed "The Song of Yaoling" and is divided into four exhibition areas: Ancient Traces, Spring and Autumn of Yaoshan, Ancient Charms, Divine Craftsmen and Yao Embroidery Workshop. Here you can learn about the Yao people’s ancestral origins, ethnic beliefs, living customs, clothing and handicrafts. We especially recommend the Yao history and culture exhibition area on the second floor, which displays the rich cultural heritage and unique artistic style of the Yao people. Interactive experience: The museum has VR experience and long drum experience areas, allowing visitors to have a deeper understanding of Yao culture through interaction. You may want to bring your children along to experience the fun of playing the long drum and feel the rhythm of Yao music. Recommended nearby places: After visiting the museum, you can also go to nearby attractions such as Youling Yao Village and Lianzhou Underground River to further experience the customs and natural scenery of the Yao people. Warm Tips: The Impression Yaoxiang Restaurant opposite the museum offers authentic intangible cultural heritage food, such as cowhide, black bean curd, Lianzhou Chinese cabbage, etc. It is a good place to taste Yao food. At the same time, the scenery near the museum is pleasant. After visiting the museum, you can take a walk in the nearby small parks and river banks and enjoy a slow life. #2月好地方2025