Cizhong

Deqing, Yunnan | January 2025

I visited Cizhong, a small village known for its unique ethnic culture and traditions. The village is home to a historic Catholic church built by missionaries, where locals were taught winemaking. Visiting Cizhong offers a glimpse into a rare blend of cultural heritage, religion, and traditional viticulture.

Cizhong village located in front of Lankang River, Yunnan

Cizhong village located in front of Lankang River, Yunnan

Children and elderly enjoying carefree moment in Cizhong

Children and elderly enjoying carefree moment in Cizhong

Elderly and children watching local basketball game together

Elderly and children watching local basketball game together

Religious calendar displayed on local resident’s door

Religious calendar displayed on local resident’s door

Ethnic minority woman in traditional attire in Cizhong

Ethnic minority woman in traditional attire in Cizhong

Close-up details of traditional house in Cizhong

Close-up details of traditional house in Cizhong

Entrance of the church building

Entrance of the church building