Rock formations known as karst along the Li River.
Next we’ll head southeast to Yangshuo, a quiet, rural region also along the Li River. We’ll check out West Street, famous for it’s many sidewalk cafes and shops, where the international appeal blends with the local tradition to create a truly unique place. We will enjoy the Impression Liu Sanjie, a folk music show performed by 600 local artists with the Li River as their stage, and the karst mountains as the backdrop. Finally, we’ll get a chance to watch the traditional cormorant fisherman at work. Using the cormorant bird as a tool to catch fish, bird and man work together in this thousand year old traditional fishing method.
Enjoy visiting local markets.
Once we reach our final destination of Longshen, you’ll be delighted by the endless rice terraces built 500 years ago during the Ming Dynasty. The terraces wind along the mountain side, from the top of the mountain all the way down to the river below. The region is referred to as “Dragon’s Backbone” with the tops of the mountains appearing as a spine above scaled terraces spiraling down the sides. These terraces were built by the ethnic minority groups in the area who were forced to flee into the mountains during the Yuan Dynasty (700 years ago). Because they were primarily an agricultural society, they turned the mountain sides into fields by building the terraces. We’ll visit a Yao Village where the women wear their traditional clothing of bright pink jackets, silver earrings, and especially long hair.
In order to reserve your spot, please complete the reservation form and include your deposit of $1,200. The remainder of the balance will be due no later than 60 days prior to the first day of the trip (March 10, 2012). Trip insurance is highly recommended. A full itinerary and packing list will be sent to you once you have reserved your place.
NOTE: Cancellations made within 60 days a workshop you will receive a full refund of your deposit. Cancellations made less than 60 day prior to the workshop will receive 75% of the deposit refunded.
