Guangxi Ethnic Relics Center, occupying an area of 24,000 square
meters (about 28,704 yards), is an outdoor exhibition center that
combined with knowledge and entertainment. It features relics,
folk buildings, ethnic flavor, and folk customs of four minorities,
Zhuang, Dong,
Yao, and Miao.
Upon entering the central gate, one will see a huge timbal which
is a wonderful achievement of the bronze culture in ancient China,
with a history of more than 2,700 years. There are more than 320
timbals in the centre, among which the Yunleiwen Timbal is the largest
in the world. It weighs around 300 kilograms (about 661 pounds),
with a diameter of 165 centimeters (about 65 inches) and stands
67.5 centimeters (about 26.5 inches) in height.
Typical buildings of several minorities can be seen here, such
as dwelling houses of Zhuang people, bamboo buildings of the Yao's,
houses constructed on water by the Miao people and finally, the
drum-towers of Dong people. Their daily utensils and handicrafts
are also displayed in each respective model house. Various folk
performances will be shown during festivals. This is where one
can fully appreciate the enchanting and unique customs of the
minorities of Guangxi.
Whilst there, one can also visit several workshops that demonstrate
extraction of oil and sugar, rice grinding, paper and pottery making,
etc, each of which is unique on its own. On top of that, tourists
visiting the Miao building will be treated to its unique folk dishes.
Accommodation is available to visitors in the centre as well.