Discover the Naxi Spirit at the Dongba Culture Museum

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Just beyond the north gate of Black Dragon Pool, a quiet cultural gem awaits — the Dongba Culture Museum, where the ancient heart of the Naxi people beats on.

A Journey into Naxi Traditions

Set within a graceful traditional Naxi courtyard, the museum unfolds through four curated exhibition halls, each offering intimate insights into the life, wisdom, and spiritual world of the Naxi.

• Hall 1: Origins & Traditions
  Trace the roots of the Naxi people, admire intricate ethnic costumes, and explore timeworn artifacts from the Lijiang region that whisper stories of centuries past.
• Hall 2: Dongba Divination
  Step into the mystical realm of ancient Naxi priests. Ritual tools, sacred symbols, and divinatory stories offer a glimpse into the spiritual practices that once guided every facet of daily life.
• Hall 3: Pictographs of the Soul
  Marvel at the Dongba script — the world’s last living pictographic writing system. These characters, both poetic and symbolic, form a visual language that speaks of gods, nature, and harmony.
• Hall 4: Rotating Exhibits
  Enjoy seasonal exhibitions that highlight diverse aspects of Naxi culture and its connection to the wider Himalayan world.

Connect Through Culture

Allow at least an hour for your visit — more if you choose a guided tour. With the help of a local expert, you’ll uncover layers of meaning within every object and scroll. You might even try your hand at sketching a Dongba character — a brushstroke of history captured in your own ink.

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At the Dongba Culture Museum, ancient wisdom is not forgotten — it’s living, breathing, and ready to be rediscovered by those with curious eyes and open hearts.

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