Tea 'princess' and her vibrant millennia-old ethnic village

In Zhanglang, Xishuangbanna's largest Blang ethnic village, digital connectivity is revitalizing this ancient community. Yu Shan, a Douyin influencer known as the "Princess of Zhanglang," uses short videos to share everyday scenes from her hometown, helping promote local products like tea. Her videos charm online users and draw visitors eager to experience Blang culture firsthand. Through a blend of ethnic heritage, local produce and digital outreach, this millennia-old village is thriving as a model of cultural preservation and rural revitalization.