Huzhu Tu Ethnic Homeland

​​Overview & Significance​​

Designated as a ​​5A scenic area​​ in 2017, Huzhu Tu Ethnic Homeland is a ​​living museum​​ of the Tu people—an ethnic group native to Qinghai. The site integrates ​​folk customs, religious heritage, and ecological tourism​​, earning titles like "Hometown of the Rainbow" (inspired by the multicolored sleeves of Tu women’s attire).

​​Core Attractions​​

1. ​​Rainbow Tribe Tu Garden​​

   • A ​​19.6-hectare​​ complex with traditional Tu architecture (e.g., Tusi Mansion, Anzhao Square).
   • Highlights:
     • ​​Cultural Performances​​: Lunziqiu (aerial folk swing), Anzhao Dance, and simulated Tu weddings.
     • ​​Handicrafts​​: Exhibits of Tu embroidery (UNESCO-listed intangible heritage) and ancient oil presses.

2. ​​Tianyoude Qingke Wine Origin​​

   • China’s largest ​​Qingke (highland barley) wine production base​​, featuring:
     • ​​Interactive tours​​: Brewing workshops, 3D theaters, and a ​​1,600m² exhibition hall​​.
     • ​​Historic cellars​​: Aging barrels dating back to the Ming Dynasty.

3. ​​Nadun Manor​​

   • A ​​cultural hub​​ offering:
     • ​​Homestays​​: Tu-style lodges with heated kang beds.
     • ​​Culinary experiences​​: Quanquanxi (ring-shaped banquets) and barley liquor tastings.

4. ​​Western Tu Folk Culture Village & Xiaozhuang Village​​

   • Authentic Tu settlements with:
     • ​​"World’s Largest Mani Stone"​​ and ​​Tibetan Buddhist "Bengkang" shrines​​.
     • ​​DIY workshops​​: Traditional costume dressing and embroidery classes.

​​Seasonal Activities​​

• ​​Winter​​: Rainbow Ice & Snow Festival (Dec–Feb) with skiing, ice sculptures, and hot springs.
• ​​Summer​​: Hu’er Singing Festivals (Jun–Sep), featuring folk music competitions.

​​Visitor Information​​

• ​​Location​​: 31km from Xining; 1-hour drive via ​​Ninghu Highway​​.
• ​​Ticket​​: ​​¥70–120​​ (varies by season).
• ​​Best Time to Visit​​: ​​May–October​​ for mild weather and festivals.

Huzhu Tu Ethnic Homeland is a ​​gateway to China’s ethnic diversity​​, blending ​​adventure, education, and cultural preservation​​.