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County in Sichuan Province, China
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Maoxian (茂县 Mào Xiàn, Mao County) is in Ngawa (prefecture) of China.
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坪头羌寨
Pingtou Qiang Village is a Qiang ethnic village in Maoxian. The village was rebuilt after the 2008 Wenchuan earthquake and follows traditional Qiang architectural styles, with houses built along the mountain slope. The village has traditional buildings, small lanes, streams and paths connecting the houses. It is also a place to experience local Qiang culture and rural scenery.
叠溪海子
A scenic lake in Maoxian surrounded by mountains. It is known for its blue water and mountain scenery.
叠溪古城遗址
The remains of an ancient settlement in Diexi Town. The site provides an opportunity to see historical remains in the Diexi area.
黑虎羌寨
A historic Qiang village known for its stone watchtowers and traditional mountain settlement. The village preserves several four-, eight- and twelve-sided stone towers and traditional Qiang residential buildings.
中国羌族博物馆
A museum dedicated to Qiang history and culture. Exhibitions cover local history, Qiang customs, archaeological objects and the history of the Qiang communities in the upper Min River region.
茂县禹羌饭店
A local Chinese restaurant in Maoxian serving Chinese-style dishes.
西羌川菜馆
A local Sichuan restaurant serving Chinese-style dishes in Maoxian.
石磨豆花家常菜
A local restaurant serving home-style Chinese dishes, including dishes featuring local ingredients such as yak meat and preserved meat.
A specialty coffee independent cafe run and owner by a young local Qiang woman. An interior design heaven, operating on multiple stories, just off the main shopping street. Coffees range from 15-25CNY.
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