Splendid China Folk Culture Village: A Day Tour of Chinese Wonders & Traditions

Located at No. 9003 Shennan Boulevard, Nanshan District, Shenzhen, Splendid China Folk Culture Village is a iconic 5A-level Shenzhen cultural Park and China’s first large-scale cultural theme Park. Merged from two scenic areas in 2003, this 300,000-square-meter park has welcomed nearly 60 million visitors worldwide, living up to its reputation of “Step into history, travel around China in one day.”

The Park consists of two core parts: the Miniature Scenic Area and the Folk Culture Village. The Miniature Scenic Area displays over 80 famous Chinese landmarks at a 1:15 scale (with some at 1:10, 1:8, or even 1:1), arranged according to China’s geographical map. From the majestic Great Wall and Terracotta Army to the elegant Suzhou Gardens and sacred Mogao Grottoes, each miniature is crafted with meticulous detail, accompanied by over 50,000 ceramic figures, earning it the nickname “Little People’s Kingdom.” Thesemini landmarks in Shenzhen allow visitors to admire China’s 5,000-year history and magnificent landscapes in hours.

The Splendid China folk villages are equally charming, featuring 25 villages built in 1:1 scale representing 22 ethnic groups. Here, you can experience authentic ethnic customs: join the Water-Splashing Festival Shenzhen with the Dai people in summer, celebrate the Torch Festival with the Yi people, and watch traditional dances like “Ashima’s Hometown” in the Yi Village. Local ethnic performers showcase folk crafts, cook traditional delicacies, and invite visitors to interact, offering a vivid glimpse into China’s diverse Cultures.

Don’t miss the world-class Chinese cultural shows. The Desert Legend horse show, staged every weekend at 15:00, recreates a grand historical battle with hundreds of performers and nearly 100 horses, paired with stunning special effects. Evening shows like Dragon & Phoenix Dance China (a must-see in Shenzhen) andEastern Beauty fashion show (winner of the National Lotus Award for Dance) blend traditional art with modern stage techniques, creating a visual feast.

Easily accessible via Metro Line 1 to Overseas Chinese Town Station (Exit D), Splendid China Shenzhen is perfect for Shenzhen family tours and cultural lovers. It hosts monthly ethnic festivals, blending tradition with fashion, making it one of the most distinctive Shenzhen tourist attractions.