A Thousand Years of Salt Charm Hidden in an Ancient Village, Complete Reverse Travel Guide to Nuodeng

Away from the bustling crowds of popular tourist spots, Nuodeng Ancient Village, a thousand-year-old Bai ethnic village nestled in a valley, surrounded by mountains and steeped in millennia of salt culture, has become an excellent choice for reverse tourism. Here, there’s no need to rush or check off sights; just follow the rhythm of the bluestone paths to unlock a healing and unique slow life experience. Follow the recommended route, and every step brings a surprise: starting from the Visitor Service Center, first feel the exquisite traditional Bai architecture at the ancient theater stage, then touch the history of salt at the ancient salt well; when personally experiencing the intangible cultural heritage skill of traditional salt boiling, you can witness the magical crystallization of salt grains slowly forming in the pot; after visiting the art-filled Ababa Bookstore, you can stop for a coffee at Nuoyan Courtyard to rest. If you want to stay longer, the local guesthouses here let you fall asleep to the mountain breeze; finally, visit the Family Museum and the ancient archway, where you can read the village’s stories through old artifacts and architectural details. Huiyin