Buyang (China)

Set in lush surroundings, this is a pleasant stopover during a tour around Chinese minority lands. 

Use Buyang as an opportunity to meet local villagers. There's plenty to learn about their lives and customs. If you have time on your hands, then take a hike to local villages along trails that will lead you through the rice fields. The little village of Meidi, for example, is a mere two hours away. One nearby must-see is the Wind and Rain Bridge at Chengyang. This UNESCO World Heritage Site is 70m long and punctuated by 5 ornate towers.