Splendid China Folk Culture Village is the world’s largest and most immersive cultural theme park, offering a breathtaking journey through China’s 5,000 years of history, art, and traditions. It combines two incredible experiences in one: Splendid China, featuring meticulously crafted miniature landmarks, and the Folk Culture Village, where life-size ethnic villages come alive with music, dance, and handicrafts.
As China’s first large-scale cultural theme park, it lets you explore the country’s majestic landscapes, ancient architecture, and diverse ethnic heritage—all in a single day. If you want to truly experience China’s rich culture in Shenzhen, this is a must-visit destination!
Splendid China Folk Village Facts
- Type: Theme Parks, Water & Amusement Parks
- Location: No. 9005, Shennan Avenue, Overseas Chinese Town, Nanshan District, Shenzhen, Guangdong Province
- Recommended Visiting Hours: 3 – 4 hours
- Ticket Price: ¥100 ~ ¥225. Trip.com discounts
- Opening Hours: 10:00 – 22:00 (Nighttime Admission: 17:30)
History
The Splendid China Folk Village, formerly the Splendid China Miniature Scenic Area, built in 1989, was developed under the leadership of Ma Zhimin, known as the “Father of Chinese Theme Parks.” The park features 82 representative attractions at a 1:15 scale.
In 1991, the original miniature scenic area was expanded into the Folk Culture Village, featuring 24 village buildings representing 21 ethnic groups at a 1:1 scale, and introducing cultural activities such as ethnic song and dance performances and handicraft workshops.
In 1998, it became the first tourist attraction in China to receive ISO9002 international quality certification.
In 2003, Splendid China and the China Folk Culture Village merged into one, offering a single ticket for both.
Splendid China – 82 Miniatures of Famous Sites
Splendid China, Covering 320,000 square meters, is the world’s largest and most detailed miniature scenic park, offering an immersive journey through China’s history, culture, and architectural wonders.
The park features 82 famous landmarks carefully arranged according to their real geographic locations across China. Most are scaled down to 1:15 size, with some reaching life-size proportions. Every detail, from ancient temples to mountain vistas, is meticulously recreated with stunning accuracy.
The park’s attractions are divided into three main types of attractions: historical relics, scenic landscapes, and folk dwellings. The most distinctive features are as follows:
| Types | Attractions |
| Historical Relics | Giant Wild Goose Pagoda, Summer Palace, Forbidden City, Great Wall of China, Shaolin Temple, Longmen Grottoes etc. |
| Scenic Landscapes | Yellow Mountain, Lijiang River, Mount Tai, Huangguoshu Waterfall, The West Lake etc. |
| Folk Dwellings | Hakka Earth Building, Wind and Rain Bridge, Mongolian yurt, Mazu Temple, Bai ethnic minority houses etc. |
Folk Culture Villages – 28 Unique Ethnic Villages
China Folk Culture Village covers 200,000 square meters with life-size replicas of 28 ethnic villages from across China. Visitors discover authentic architecture like the Bouyei stone village, Hani “mushroom houses”, Dong drum towers, and Mongolian yurts, all built to original specifications.
The landscape recreates iconic scenes including Yunnan’s stone forests, Hainan’s coconut groves, and cascading waterfalls. Multiple touring options allow exploration by foot, cart, or boat along picturesque waterways.
Each ethnic village pulsates with daily performances that transport visitors to different eras and traditions. You might be swept into an Ashima tribal wedding as an impromptu “groom” or join the mystical dances of the Wa mountain people. Professional troupes perform breathtaking shows like the Dragon and Phoenix Dance – a spectacular fusion of martial arts, acrobatics and opera that has enthralled audiences for generations.
The New Oriental Costumes extravaganza showcases vibrant ethnic attire through dynamic music and dance, while Legend of the Desert stuns with equestrian stunts reenacting Silk Road adventures.
The park’s working workshops offer authentic hands-on experiences, from trying Tibetan thangka painting, Uyghur embroidery stitches to preparing Dai-style bamboo rice. As evening falls, spectacular shows light up the villages, with dazzling costume parades moving through lantern-lit pathways.
If you come at the right time, you can also participate in their unique festivals, such as the Dai Water-Splashing Festival, the Yi Torch Festival, the Lisu Knife-Pole Festival, etc.
Recommended Shows in Splendid China Folk Village
Grand Performance
| Items | Time | Places | Price |
| New Oriental Nishang | 17:00 | Impression Chinese Theater | Regular seats are free; VIP seats are 100 yuan per person |
| Dragon and Phoenix Dance | 19:30 | Phoenix Square | Regular seats are free; VIP seats are 100 yuan per person |
| “Shengshi Menghua” Grand Cultural Show | 18:30 | Jingxiu Pavilion | Regular seats are free; VIP seats are 60 yuan per person |
| Legends of Desert | 14:30 (not availavle on Mondays) | Horse Battle Arena | Free, but weekend and holiday shows require an additional ticket (CNY30) |
| Datiehua (Iron Fireworks) | 21:20 | Cuihu wharf | Free |
Ethnic Minority Performances (Free)
| Items | Time | Places |
| Pomegranate Blossom | 12:40, 14:20, 16:20 | Uyghur Nationality |
| Magic Awa Mountain | 12:15 | Wa Village |
| “Dragon Hunt” Water Show | 13:00 | Cuihu wharf |
| The Hometown of ‘Ashima’ | 12:30, 15:30 | Yi Village |
| Dongba Hieroglyphics Interactive Experience | 12:20, 14:00, 15:00, 15:30 | The Naxi Nationality |
| Pipa Ballad | Saturday to Sunday: 11:15 | Dong minority |
| Tashi Delek Show | 13:40 | Tibetan Village |
| Halong Gui | 12:30, 16:50 | Li Village |
| Wooden Drum Festivities | 12:00 | Wa Village |
| Lugu Lake Love Song | 13:00, 16:50 | Mosuo Village |
| Jixiang Dai Township | 12:30, 16:00 | Dai VillageBible |
Recommended Routes in Splendid China Folk Village
- Classic tour of Splendid China Folk Village: Nine Dragon Screen – Mogao Grottoes – Leshan Giant Buddha – World Celebrity Botanical Garden – Confucius Temple – The Old Summer Palace – The Great Wall – Shanhai Pass – Forbidden City – Potala Palace – Wei Village – Tibetan Village – Horse Battle Arena (Legends of Desert) – Ancient Tea-Horse Road – Wa King’s Palace – The Thousand-Armed, Thousand-Eyed Guanyin – Mosuo Village – Dong Village – Miao Village – Stone Forest – Li Village – Sui Village – Dai Village – Huizhou Street – Impression Chinese Theater (New Oriental Nishang) – Phoenix Square
- One-day tour of Folk Culture Village: Wei Village – Tibetan Village – Saihantala – Wa Village – The Thousand-Armed, Thousand-Eyed Guanyin – Hani Village – Mosuo Village – Dong Village – Miao Village – Stone Forest – Li Village – Dai Village – Huizhou Street
- One-day tour of Splendid China: Nine Dragon Screen – Mogao Grottoes – Leshan Giant Buddha – World Celebrity Botanical Garden – Yueyang Tower – Yellow Mountain – Hanshan Temple – Confucius Temple – The Old Summer Palace – Shanhai Pass – Forbidden City – Potala Palace
- Comfortable half-day tour of Splendid China: Nine Dragon Screen – Mogao Grottoes – World Celebrity Botanical Garden – Yueyang Tower – Yellow Mountain – Hanshan Temple – The Old Summer Palace – Shanhai Pass – Forbidden City – Potala Palace
Food and Shopping in Splendid China Folk Village
Splendid China Folk Village offers diverse dining options with multiple restaurants and food streets serving authentic Chinese cuisine. Be sure to try Cantonese dim sum like shrimp dumplings and siu mai, as well as unique ethnic snacks including Xinjiang lamb skewers and Dai-style grilled fish.
The park’s souvenir shops feature an exquisite collection of traditional Chinese handicrafts, ethnic costumes and special keepsakes, perfect as gifts or mementos of your visit.
Accommodation Recommendations
If you’re planning to explore Splendid China and its surrounding areas, consider staying in one of the many upscale hotels within the Overseas Chinese Town area. These hotels offer elegant ambiance and first-class service, making them ideal for families or couples. Of course, the surrounding area also offers cost-effective business hotels for travelers on a budget. Book the nearby hotel at trip.com now.
How to get to Splendid China Folk Culture Villages
By Metro
Take metro Line 1 and get off at Huaqiao Cheng (OCT) Station. Get out from Exit D, and walk east to the destination.
By Bus
Take bus 79, 101, 109, 121, 123, 204, 245, 301A, 311, 323, 324, 327, 328, 365, 367, 373, 383, 390, B603, N4, N5 or N6 to Jinxiu Zhonghua station.
Splendid China Folk Village Ticket Price & Opening Hours
Book Your Ticket today| Entrance Fee | CNY 220 for adults; CNY 110 for children between 1.2 and 1.5 meters, and seniors aged 65–69. Free for children under 1.2m and seniors aged more than 70. Wednesday special ticket price: CNY 110 |
| Opening Hours | 10:00 – 22:00 (Nighttime Admission: 17:30) |
Traffic Tools:
| Items | Fees (Weekdays) | Fees (Holidays) | Opening Hours |
| The Battery Car Rental | Adults: CNY 30 / person Children: CNY 15 / person | Adults: CNY 40 / person Children: CNY 20 / person | 10:00 – 18:00 |
| Sightseeing Ship Rental | Adults: CNY 20 / person Children: CNY 10 / person | Adults: CNY 20 / person Children: CNY 10 / person | 10:30 – 17:30 |
Splendid China Folk Village vs. Window of the World
Splendid China Folk Village brings Chinese culture to life. Visitors explore full-scale ethnic villages and detailed miniature landmarks while enjoying traditional performances and craft workshops. Every corner celebrates China’s diverse heritage.
Window of the World takes guests on a global journey. It features famous international landmarks in smaller sizes, from the Eiffel Tower to the Pyramids. This park is perfect for photo opportunities and quick world tour.
Both parks are popular Shenzhen attractions showcasing amazing architecture. The key difference? One immerses you in Chinese traditions, while the other lets you travel the world in an afternoon.
Frequently Asked Questions
The performance durations at Splendid China Folk Village vary by show:
- “The Legend of the Desert”: 35 minutes
- “New Oriental Elegance”: 60 minutes
- “Dragon and Phoenix Dance China”: 60 minutes
- Ethnic village performances: about 20 minutes
Yes, the park provides coin-operated lockers at the entrance in three sizes: small (¥5), medium (¥10), and large (¥15). This allows visitors to securely store bags while exploring the attractions.
Yes, tickets can be conveniently purchased upon arrival at the park entrance.
Most shows are covered by your entrance ticket. However, premium performances like The Legend of the Desert, New Oriental Dress, and Dragon & Phoenix Dance China require separate tickets on weekends and holidays (free on weekdays).