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Luofan Ethnic Cultural Relics and Historic Sites Protection Area

Published: 2026-10-04 👁 100 views
Last updated 2026-10-04 — Luofan Ethnic Cultural Relics and Historic Sites Protection Area, located in Luofan Village, Yanjia Town, is the site of the ancient Luodian Kingdom — one of the southwestern ethnic minority states that relocated its capital to Luofan in the sixth year of the Xining era during the Song Dynasty (1073 AD)...

Luofan Ethnic Cultural Relics and Historic Sites Protection Area

  Luofan Ethnic Cultural Relics and Historic Sites Protection Area

  The Luofan Ethnic Cultural Relics and Historic Sites Protection Area in Luofan Village, Yanjia Town, preserves the ancient architectural ruins of the Luodian Kingdom, which moved its capital here in 1073 AD during the Song Dynasty. The site includes remnants such as city walls, the royal palace, stone drums, and other historic structures, as well as an ancient road construction stele erected 880 years ago. Connected to these relics are karst caves stretching over 1,500 meters in depth. The front cave is called Guojia Cave, and the rear one is known as Swallow Cave. The Swallow Cave features uniquely shaped stalactites and stalagmites, creating a spectacular landscape. Inside Guojia Cave, cliff paintings with vermilion symbols over 2,000 years old have been discovered on the rock walls — the first ancient symbolic script of its kind found in our region, holding significant research value. The area in front of the caves is open and flat, flanked by picturesque mountain scenery on both sides. Above, steep and oddly shaped rocks rise majestically, while below, the shimmering Luofan River flows gently. Towering ancient banyan trees along the riverbank are lush and vibrant. Visitors can immerse themselves in the stunning mountain and water views, where the breathtaking scenery is truly unforgettable. The area now has access to running water, electricity, roads, telephone, and television.

  With “five utilities” (water, electricity, roads, telephone, and TV) in place, this is an exceptional tourism destination in the county that combines ethnic cultural heritage with beautiful natural landscapes.

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