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LEARN CHINESE IN Xijiang Qianhu Miao Village
A Landscape of Light and Song

Chinese Language Courses in Xijiang Miao Village

Intensive One-on-One Chinese Classes
HSK Test Preparation Course
Chinese Language Course + Tour in China
Study Tour in China (for groups)

Intensive One-on-One Chinese Classes

  • Personal study plans
  • Best teachers and private lessons
  • Full immersion experience
  • Full services (study + single room accommodation)
  • Start on any Monday

HSK Test Preparation Course

  • Start anytime
  • HSK experts with years of experience
  • Get test scores improved significantly
  • Intensive one-on-one Chinese class
  • Full services (study + single room accommodation)

Chinese Language Course + Tour in China

  • Private one-on-one Chinese lessons
  • Full services (study + accommodation)
  • Excursions and tours with your teacher
  • Travel to Dali, Lijiang, Shangri-la, Beijing, Xi'an, Guilin, Shanghai, Zhangjiajie, etc.

Study Tour in China (for groups)

  • Designed for high schools, universities, companies, and organizations
  • Chinese course with group activities
  • Professional Chinese teachers
  • A true Chinese immersion experience

Intensive One-on-one Chinese Lesson

You can choose to study Chinese in Miao Village for 4 hours per day (20 hours/week) or 6 hours per day (30 hours/week). If you want to study Mandarin in China, the intensive one-on-one Chinese course is the fastest way to improve your Chinese.

We use unique teaching methods developed by Keats. Your Chinese teacher(s) will prepare your lessons according to your level of Chinese and your learning goals to ensure that you learn the most Chinese in the shortest possible time.

Hotel accommodation is included.

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Accommodation in Xijiang Miao Village

  • Single/Double room accommodation with private bathroom
  • Clean, safe and comfortable
  • You will live in the Miao village
  • Room cleaning service every day

Accommodation in Xijiang Miao Village

Private Room with Private Bathroom

Why Learn Chinese in Xijiang Miao Village?

Tucked away in the misty mountains of Guizhou, Xijiang Miao Village is a beautiful and living cultural treasure. It’s the biggest Miao community in the world, where you can see hundreds of traditional wooden houses built into the green hillsides. During the day, you can walk through old streets, see amazing handmade silver jewelry, and listen to their folk songs. At night, the village becomes a magical sight with thousands of lights twinkling across the mountain. It’s more than a Chinese language course; it’s a chance to step into a vibrant, ancient culture and experience the heart of the Miao people.

Sightseeing After Class with Your Teacher

  • The best thing about studying in Xijiang Miao Village is that your teacher will accompany you to do sightseeing every day after class, to create a pure Chinese language environment for you. Your teacher will practice Chinese with you in real-life situations. Studying Chinese in Xijiang Miao Village not only focuses on the Chinese language but also offers a chance to explore the city with your teacher.
  • Note: The entrance ticket and transportation fee (if there is any) for sightseeing after class are not included in the tuition fee.
Sample Schedule in Miao Village

Full Immersion in Chinese

  • If you prefer to have an all-Chinese learning environment and not speak any English, check out Xijiang Miao Village because you can barely see any international visitors.
  • If you prefer a big and vivid international student community or expect a school community experience, please choose to learn Chinese in Kunming at the Kunming campus or learn Chinese in Chengdu at the Chengdu campus.
Sample Schedule in Miao Village

How to Get to Xijiang Miao Village?

  • Take a flight or train to Guiyang first

  • Then take a train from Guiyang North or East Station to Kaili South Railway Station (凯里南站). Duration: ~30-40 minutes. Frequency: Very frequent, with multiple departures throughout the day.

We will pick you up at the Kaili South Railway Station and take you to the Xijiang Miao Village.

Beautiful Scenery in Xijiang Miao Village

Come discover Xijiang Qianhu Miao Village, where a thousand glowing lanterns light up ancient stilt houses on terraced hillsides, offering an unforgettable immersion into the vibrant, living culture of the Miao people.
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Place to Visit in Xijiang Miao Village - The Village Viewing Platforms

For the iconic postcard view, hike or take a shuttle to the viewing platforms across the valley. As the sun sets, watch a thousand households light up, transforming the mountain into a breathtaking, starry landscape. This unforgettable panorama reveals the vast scale and beautiful harmony of the village with nature. It’s the perfect spot to capture stunning photos and truly understand why this is called the “Millennial Mountain Village.” Don’t miss this magical display of light and shadow—it’s the heart of the Xijiang experience.

Place to Visit in Xijiang Miao Village - The Miao Ethnic Museum

Nestled within China’s largest Miao village in Guizhou, the Xijiang Miao Museum is an open-air cultural treasury. Rather than a single building, it integrates with the village itself. Visitors explore traditional stilted houses, witness exquisite silver craftsmanship, and admire vibrant embroidery and batik. It showcases the Miao people’s unique architecture, festivals, and rich history through artifacts and live demonstrations. This living museum offers an immersive journey into the enduring traditions and artistic heritage of the Miao community, preserving their way of life amidst the region’s stunning terraced landscapes.

Place to Visit in Xijiang Miao Village - The Old Streets (Guyang Jie)

Immerse yourself in the vibrant heart of the village by wandering its main old street. Lined with shops, you can watch local artisans create intricate silver jewelry and embroidered textiles right before your eyes. The sound of hammers shaping silver and the sight of brilliant fabrics is a feast for the senses. It’s the best place to find a unique souvenir, taste local snacks like sticky rice cakes, and feel the lively, welcoming pulse of the community’s daily life and incredible craftsmanship.

Place to Visit Nearby - Fanjingshan (Mount Fanjing)

Escape to a world of breathtaking wonder at Fanjingshan, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Ride a cable car up this mystical mountain to discover its unique, otherworldly landscape. Gaze in awe at the Red Cloud Golden Summit, a stunning twin-peaked temple complex perched atop a towering rock spire. A journey here feels like stepping into a fantasy world. It’s a challenging but unforgettable adventure through ancient forests and above the clouds, offering some of the most spectacular and serene views in all of China. A perfect complement to the cultural immersion of Xijiang.

We have arranged a day trip for you to visit Fanjing Mountain.

Cuisine in Xijiang Miao Village - Sour Fish Soup (酸汤鱼)

This is the absolute signature dish of the Miao people. The unique, tangy “red sour soup” is made by fermenting rice and tomatoes for a long time, creating a vibrant and appetizing flavor. Fresh fish from local rivers is then cooked in this bubbling broth. The result is a delicious and refreshing soup that is both slightly spicy and wonderfully sour. It’s a perfect representation of Miao culinary tradition, where fermentation is key. Eating this hearty soup is a must for an authentic taste of the local culture and a truly memorable dining experience.

Cuisine in Xijiang Miao Village - Bamboo Tube Rice (竹筒饭)

A delightful and aromatic specialty, Bamboo Tube Rice is both a meal and a experience. Glutinous rice, mixed with savory bits of meat or sweet red beans, is stuffed into fresh bamboo tubes and roasted over an open fire. As it cooks, the bamboo imparts a delicate, fragrant flavor into the rice. To eat it, the tube is split open, releasing a wonderful aroma. The rice inside is sticky, flavorful, and slightly smoky. It’s a fun, hands-on food that captures the essence of mountain cooking and is incredibly satisfying.

Cuisine in Xijiang Miao Village - Sticky Rice Cakes (糍粑)

When you visit Xijiang Miao Village, you will see vendors selling Sticky Rice Cakes, or Cí Bā. They are a popular local snack made from pounded sticky rice. You will typically see them as soft, white rounds or already grilled. For the best experience, ask for a cake that is freshly grilled. The vendor will warm it over charcoal until the outside is crispy and the inside is soft and stretchy. You can then choose a topping: honey for sweetness, or a savory mix of peanut and soybean powder.

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What does the tuition fee include?

The tuition fee includes:

  • 4/6 hours of one-on-one Chinese lessons per day Monday to Friday
  • Accommodation (A clean and safe single/double room with private bathroom)
  • Program Certificate

We also offer a list of free services for studying in Miao Village:

  • Train station pick-up and drop-off
  • Internet access use without limit
  • Saturday excursions
  • Laundry
  • A tour of the surroundings (bank, supermarket, post office etc.)
  • Medicine for minor illnesses
  • Advisors available to offer help
  • 24/7 support
  • Access to The Chairman’s Bao online learning platform
  • Visa application assistance
  • Room cleaning every day
How to Get to Xijiang Miao Village?

If you take the one-on-one program directly in Xijiang Miao Village:

Step 1: Get to Guiyang (贵阳)

  • By Air: Fly into Guiyang Longdongbao International Airport (KWE). This is the best option for travelers from other countries or distant Chinese cities.
  • By High-Speed Train: Arrive at Guiyang North Railway Station (贵阳北站) or Guiyang East Railway Station (贵阳东站). Guiyang is a major high-speed rail hub in Southwest China.

Step 2: Guiyang to Kaili (凯里)

  • By High-Speed Train (Recommended): Take a train from Guiyang North or East Station to Kaili South Railway Station (凯里南站). Duration: ~30-40 minutes. Frequency: Very frequent, with multiple departures throughout the day.

Step 3: Kaili to Xijiang Miao Village

We will pick you up at the Kaili South Railway Station and take you to the Xijiang Miao Village.

If you take the Chinese language program at other locations first and then go to Xijiang Miao Village to continue the program, please contact us, and we will offer a suggested route to get there. 

What's the year-round temperature in Xijiang Qianhu Miao Village?
  • Spring (Mar-May): Pleasant and mild, averaging 12°C to 20°C (54°F to 68°F). It’s a rainy season.
  • Summer (Jun-Aug): Warm but rarely extremely hot, averaging 22°C to 28°C (72°F to 82°F). It’s the hottest and rainiest period.
  • Autumn (Sep-Nov): Cool, comfortable, and drier, averaging 15°C to 23°C (59°F to 73°F). This is often considered the best time to visit.
  • Winter (Dec-Feb): Cold and damp, averaging 3°C to 10°C (37°F to 50°F). Frost is common, and occasional light snow can dust the village, creating a magical scene.
Where to eat in Xijiang Qianhu Miao Village?

The “Sour Soup Fish” Restaurants (Along the River & Old Street)

For the most authentic local experience, head to a restaurant specializing in Sour Soup Fish (酸汤鱼). The best ones are often wooden stilt houses built over the river or tucked along the main old street (Guyang Jie). Here, you can enjoy the iconic tangy and spicy hotpot while listening to the water flow beneath you. The atmosphere is bustling and genuine. Look for places filled with locals for the best quality.

The Food Stalls & Street Food Alley

Immerse yourself in the vibrant local food scene at the street food alleys. This is the perfect place to graze on a variety of Miao snacks. Must-try items include:

  • Sticky Rice Cakes (糍粑): Pounded fresh right in front of you.
  • Grilled Fish & Meat Skewers: Often seasoned with local herbs and spices.
  • Bamboo Tube Rice (竹筒饭): A fragrant and fun meal cooked in a bamboo tube.
  • Colorful Sticky Rice (五彩糯米饭): A beautiful and tasty traditional snack.

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This is my second time coming. Last year, I also came for about 12 weeks. This time I came for 13 weeks of a summer program in China. The reason why I particularly want to come to this school was because of the one-on-one classes. I was able to increase my level and learn Chinese more quickly than in group classes. If I have a chance again to come next year, I certainly will.

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I really enjoy coming here because it is like kind of a home for me. It is a great environment to learn Mandarin Chinese in China and meet great people from all over the world. Everyone here is extremely friendly. Kunming has a really nice climate. It is a very good mix of the modern city and also a lot of historic Chinese culture. Probably got the cleanest air in China and possibly the cleanest water too. I invite you to come to study Chinese in Kunming.

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I’ve had an amazing time at Keats. I am amazed at how much I’ve learned over the last 3 weeks and I will be really sad to go. We are already planning on our next trip of coming back because we had such a fantastic time here. They really tailor the Chinese language course to you and your individual needs.

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