Located in Wenshan Zhuang and Miao Autonomous Prefecture,Yunnan Province,30 kilometer from Guangnan County,Bamei Village is surrounded by amphitheatres of mountains.It is known for its isolation with no roads reaching Bamei.The only way to Bamei is taking a small boat and getting through a long dark limestone tunnel.
After arriving Bamei Village,the quite and stunning beautiful scenery will surprise you.Bamei Village is located in this hidden valley among a grove of green bamboos and old trees.You can see the blue stream,hard-working farmers,green fields which is a picture of lost Shangri-la.
The residents in Bamei is mainly Zhuang people.The name of Bamei means'cave in the forest.Isolating with the outside world,there are no modern equipments like cars,telephone and even television in Bamei.local people still live a life of primitive, self-sufficient living - fishing, hunting and farming.
With more and more tourists coming here,the traditional life in Bamei is changing.In order to meet the needs of increasing tourists,local villagers have to buy food and daily necessities from outside places.
The sunset in Bamei is very beautiful.When evening comes,the oil lamps will be lightened and build bonfires.You can have a good time in Bamei!