Yisala Village | Travel Guide

❥ Yisala ancient village is located within the territory of Panzhihua, Sichuan Province, situated at the southernmost end of Panzhihua, adjacent to the Jinsha River Grand Canyon, with National Highway 108 running through it. It was originally a post station on the ancient Silk Road and later became a military settlement during the 'Hongwu Opening to Yunnan' in the Ming Dynasty, making it a famous historical and cultural village in China and a national traditional village. Yisala Village is a multi-ethnic village where people live in harmony, but it is mainly inhabited by the Yi people, earning the reputation of 'China's No.1 Yi Village'. ❥ Yisala Village has a profound historical heritage. It was once an essential stop on the Southern Silk Road, and historical figures such as Sima Qian, Zhuge Liang, Yang Sheng'an, and Shi Dakai have all stopped here. The long-term integration of multiple ethnicities has formed a unique national historical culture. Opposite the village, on the way to the Jinsha River, there is a viewing platform where you can take pictures of the entire village. ✔ Must-visit spots in Yisala ancient village: 1. Youjia Courtyard, which is the most representative ancient dwelling in the village; 2. Intangible Cultural Heritage Courtyard, the place in the village with the most ethnic cultural characteristics, and a must-visit spot for tourists. 3. Brewing Courtyard, favored by alcohol enthusiasts, belonging to the Zhang family. The entire courtyard is a combination of landscape leisure, wine tasting, cocktail teaching, cultural display, and photo opportunities. ✔ Travel Tips 【Basic Information】 ☞ Location: Yisala Village, Renhe District, Panzhihua City, Sichuan Province. ☞ Ticket Information: Free. ☞ Opening Hours: All year round, all day. ☞ Recommended Visit Duration: 0.5—1 day. 【Transportation Information】 ☞ Independent Travel: To get to Panzhihua, you can take a plane or high-speed train, and there are shuttle buses directly to Yisala Village. ☞ Self-driving: You can navigate directly to Yisala Village by car, and there is a large paid parking lot outside the village. ☞ Small Tip: Sedans can reach the destination. 【Travel Tips】 1. Since Yisala is not very developed, there are not many homestays to choose from in the village. It is recommended to stay in the urban area of Panzhihua, where conditions are better. 2. Behind Yisala ancient village is the Jinsha River viewing platform, less than 2 kilometers away, highly recommended for a combined visit. 3. The area also produces tomatoes and blueberries, and you can buy them fresh from the field, very sweet. 4. Many winter cherry trees are planted here, and February is the cherry blossom season. It is a good choice to visit here around the Chinese New Year, enjoying a warm winter and romantic cherry blossoms.