Shaxi: Experience Life in Yunnan, Southwest China

Shaxi

Nestled deep in the Himalayan foothills of southwest China's Yunnan Province lays the ancient village of Shaxi. Shaxi (pronounced 'Shah Shee'), is a culturally diverse town and to the Bai and Yi minority peoples. The dramatic mountainous landscape and beautiful weather, combined with Shaxi's unique history and culture, make for a complete and enjoyable experience. Here in Shaxi, get the unique advantage of spending time with a local English-speaking guide. Mr. Wu Yunxin warmly welcomes all into his home that can meet all of your travel needs. Enjoy delicious local foods prepared by Mrs. Wu and relax nightly under the star-filled sky.

Mr. Wu has spent endless hours exploring Shaxi's surrounding mountains and making friends in distant mountain villages. Accompany him on one of his many organized treks. These include:

Shibao Shan 7th Century Buddhist Cave Rock Carvings
Ancient Salt-Trade Route Two-Day Trek
Yi Minority Mountain Village Trek
Bai Minority Mountian Village Horse Trek
Sideng Market (Fridays only)
Pick Wild Mushrooms With Local Experts (Seasonal)

Shaxi offers many other activities for the visitor. Spend a morning teaching English in Mr. Wu's elementary school or spend a relaxing day fishing in a nearby pond with locals. Or just stroll through the peaceful village and take in the fresh air.

All transportation to and from Shaxi can be arranged in Kunming. Contact Wu Yunxin at shaxi-travel@hotmail.com for more information.

SHAXI 沙溪

Experience village life in one of China's most stunning settings

Shaxi

SHAXI 沙溪 Experience village life in one of China's most stunning settings


Home Culture and history Homestay Shibao Mountain Trekking Shaxi Sideng Market Mushroom Picking Links Contact	Shaxi Nestled deep in the Himalayan foothills of southwest China's Yunnan Province lays the ancient village of Shaxi. Shaxi (pronounced 'Shah Shee'), is a culturally diverse town and to the Bai and Yi minority peoples. The dramatic mountainous landscape and beautiful weather, combined with Shaxi's unique history and culture, make for a complete and enjoyable experience. Here in Shaxi, get the unique advantage of spending time with a local English-speaking guide. Mr. Wu Yunxin warmly welcomes all into his home that can meet all of your travel needs. Enjoy delicious local foods prepared by Mrs. Wu and relax nightly under the star-filled sky. Mr. Wu has spent endless hours exploring Shaxi's surrounding mountains and making friends in distant mountain villages. Accompany him on one of his many organized treks. These include: Shibao Shan 7th Century Buddhist Cave Rock Carvings Ancient Salt-Trade Route Two-Day Trek Yi Minority Mountain Village Trek Bai Minority Mountian Village Horse Trek Sideng Market (Fridays only) Pick Wild Mushrooms With Local Experts (Seasonal) Shaxi offers many other activities for the visitor. Spend a morning teaching English in Mr. Wu's elementary school or spend a relaxing day fishing in a nearby pond with locals. Or just stroll through the peaceful village and take in the fresh air. All transportation to and from Shaxi can be arranged in Kunming. Contact Wu Yunxin at shaxi-travel@hotmail.com for more information.