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Journal of Chinese
Architecture and Urbanism Cultural landscape design and protection

Figure 8. Schematic diagram of the planning and design of the spatial structure of Lifang Village. Source: Drawing by the authors

Village as a rural tourism area centered around the “Da distinction of being the birthplace of “Da Luo Sheng.” “Da
Luo Sheng” culture, complemented by the scenic area Luo Sheng” is a simple, magical, and original traditional Yi
of “Baizhu Mountain.” The aim is to create a traditional dance, recognized as a living fossil of Yi ancient Nuo and an
village conducive to living, working, and tourism. Under embodiment of Chinese Yi tiger culture. The establishment
this positioning, tourism in Lifang Village is structured of Gongsheng Square in Lifang Village is particularly
into five functional areas. important, serving not only as a venue for villagers’ daily
The scenic spot is divided into different functional activities but also as a medium for the dissemination of
zones, mainly comprising five areas: the entrance traditional culture to the outside world. In addition to
comprehensive service area, national culture experience Gongsheng Square, visitors can explore Qing Peng Sheng
area, Luosheng Lake ecological protection area, farmland Square, Flower Drum Square, and various non-heritage
sightseeing area, and mountain outdoor experience area exhibitions featuring “Yi Da Luo Sheng,” “Yi Torch
(Figure 9). Festival,” and “Yi Pile Embroidery.” Lifang Village, with
its primary focus on the culture of “Yi Da Luo Sheng,” has
6.2.1. Luosheng Lake Ecological Protection Area gained recognition as a tourism village with distinct ethnic
This area, adjacent to Lifang Village, features waterfront and cultural characteristics. Lifang Village holds important
landscapes for tourists to appreciate. Walking paths along historical and cultural value with its historical buildings and
the water allow tourists to stroll and enjoy its beauty, while characteristic houses. Measures are undertaken to repair
carefully planted aquatic vegetation enhances esthetics and and strengthen these structures for protection. Existing
purifies the water. ancient Yi dwellings undergo comprehensive repairs to
preserve their original appearance and internal structure.
6.2.2. Entrance comprehensive service area The exterior walls of the houses are uniformly plastered in

Located at the entrance of Lifang Village, a flat area is light earth-red, adorned with Yi cultural elements reflected
chosen for the establishment of the village gate. Serving in the walls and other parts of the village through the Yi
as the symbolic representation of the village, the gate style of pattern drawing based on the Yi Gongsheng totem.
embodies Yi culture while incorporating modern design
and Chinese elements. It provides tourists with an 6.2.4. Farmland sightseeing area
opportunity to appreciate and understand Yi culture better. In Lifang Village, located in Shuangbai County, Chuxiong
Prefecture, vast tea fields stretch out before the eyes. Locally
6.2.3. National culture experience area and internationally celebrated, the tea produced here bears
The Folklore Activities Experience Area is centrally the illustrious title of the “treasure of the mountains, tiger
located around Luosheng Square. Lifang Village holds the country tea.” For generations, tea farmers in this village

Volume 6 Issue 3 (2024) 9 https://doi.org/10.36922/jcau.2891