Longhui Huayao

　　   The distinguished thinker Wei Yuan, one of the first in modern Chinese history to open his eyes to the world, was born here. A branch of the Yao ethnic group, forgotten by national historical records, still thrives in the remote mountains at the northernmost part of the county. Over 5,000 Yao people live in isolation within these wild mountains, faithfully preserving their ancestors' most primitive and genuine way of life. Perhaps it is because the women in the villages have a particularly strong love for beauty, adorning themselves with various exquisite patterns in vibrant and bold colors. As a result, this group of Yao people has earned the beautiful name "Huayao" (Flower Yao).

　　   Unlike other branches of the Yao people, the Longhui Huayao are unaware of the Yao ancestral patriarch "Panwang," nor do they celebrate the "Panwang Festival." However, they have their own three major traditional festivals each year. These include the "Jinianbai," held from the 15th to the 17th of the fifth lunar month, which means the festival celebrated at the midpoint of the month; and the "Jiliaogui," observed from the 2nd to the 4th and the 8th to the 10th of the seventh lunar month, which means escaping the fierce bodhisattva.

　　   Longhui Huayao boasts abundant natural tourism resources, with spectacular and uniquely shaped mountains and rocks, as if crafted by the hands of gods; ancient towering trees form lush, dense forests. The stone waterfall at Datuo Mountain Village of the Longhui Huayao is a majestic spot, perfect for mountain climbing and cliff scaling. The ancient trees in Chongmudang Village offer an exceptional place for urban dwellers to commune with the forest and listen to the sea of mist and pine waves. The recently discovered Yao Mountain Canyon has caused a sensation.

　　   The canyon stretches nearly 13 kilometers, with dozens of large and small waterfalls

　　   hanging here, naturally formed, full of charm, untamed, and like a poetic painting.

　　   Among them, the Sanlongdong Waterfall, located in the middle and upper reaches of the canyon, is even more astonishing and marvelous. The waterfall

　　   is nearly 80 meters high and about 30 meters wide, with abundant water flow and a magnificent presence. Looking up, it seems as if a water dragon is descending from the sky, roaring and charging down, creating a truly spectacular sight.

Longhui Huayao