The China Folk Culture Villages are located close to Splendid China and the Window on the World entertainment parks nearby to the Shekou ferry terminal.

This is a slightly bizarre but nonetheless fun place which recreates 24 ethnic minority villages from throughout China in downtown Shenzhen! The Villages attempt to reflect the rich folk customs and culture of China's various nationalities by presenting ethnic architectural styles, folk customs, art and music. There are various replicas of scenic spots here including a stone forest from Yunnan and a coconut forest from Hainan! Visitors can choose to walk around the villages, cycle or take a boat trip. Every evening there is a huge folk song and dance party.

This place is not actually as bad as it sounds and can be a fun way to spend an afternoon or morning in Shenzhen and learn something about the many nationalities living in China.

How to get China Folk Culture Villages : Bus No.101 from the railway station.
Address: West Shennan Lu. Tel: (86755)6600626
Cost: RMB 70 and RMB 80 on public holidays.