The name might be a bit of a mouthful, but what it boils down to is a brand-new cultural tourism landmark. The Hepo Ethnic Handicraft Art, Cultural Tourism, and Sports Integration Park has officially opened in Baiyu County, western Sichuan, offering travellers a mix of craft traditions, cultural showcases and local experiences.
For the uninitiated, Baiyu County sits on the border of Sichuan and the Tibet Autonomous Region, and is steeped in Tibetan Buddhist heritage. The area is home to breathtaking sights such as Baiyu Temple, Yaqing Monastery and Lansong Lake, as well as the scenic Ganzi–Baiyu Highway, a popular drive for those chasing mountain vistas.
Among the park’s completed facilities are the Hepo Ethnic Handicraft Culture Street, a Cultural Performance Centre, and most notably, the Tibetan Metalwork Museum. This museum highlights a craft tradition dating back to the seventh century, showcasing intricately made Tibetan knives, horse gear and Buddhist ritual objects.
More amenities, including restaurants, accommodations, retail and entertainment, are still in development, positioning the park as a future all-in-one cultural hub. And with nearby Hepo Handicraft City already recognised as one of China’s 100 Small Cities Worth Visiting, this new park is set to draw both domestic and international attention.
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