Unveiling the Culture of Lijiang Murals Workshop

Lijiang, China
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Duration1h 40m
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesChinese
Private tourOnly your group will participate

Overview

Immersive Experience:
Dive into the multicultural fusion of Lijiang murals from the Ming to early Qing dynasties. Craft traditional clay-board bases, master mineral pigment extraction techniques, and recreate the iconic "three-religion harmony" motifs of Baisha murals. Participants will replicate Han, Tibetan, and Naxi-style patterns, taking home a framed artwork while embracing the ecological aesthetics of millennia-old mineral pigments and Naxi spiritual symbolism.

What's included

  • Painting Supplies
  • Snacks

What to expect

Activity Highlights:
Cultural Exploration: Step into the art of Lijiang murals from the Ming to early Qing dynasties, decipher the unique "three-religion fusion" (Han, Tibetan, and Naxi) aesthetics of Baisha murals, and explore the symbolic beliefs and life narratives behind Naxi creation epics and auspicious flora/fauna motifs.
Ancient Craftsmanship: Hands-on experience in making traditional clay mural underlayers, using Lijiang red earth and hemp fibers to recreate a crack-resistant coarse base, embodying ancient wisdom.
Mystery of Mineral Pigments: Learn about intangible cultural heritage mineral pigment techniques, from extracting to applying natural ores, reviving the mural’s vibrant and enduring ecological color system.
Replica & Creation: Layer and blend mineral pigments on custom red-earth clay boards to replicate classic patterns, then frame and stamp your exclusive "revived antique" souvenir.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

The 34th Generation Inheritor's Home of Baisha Dongba Culture, Xinshan Village, Baisha Town, Yulong Naxi Autonomous County, Lijiang City

End point

The 34th Generation Inheritor's Home of Baisha Dongba Culture, Xinshan Village, Baisha Town, Yulong Naxi Autonomous County, Lijiang City

Additional information

  • Service animals allowed
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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