Dixi or “opera played on earth” is the forebear of many other forms of Chinese opera, including Peking opera. Originally a sacrificial ceremony performed by members of the Ming army to entertain the gods and ask for victory in battle, Dixi spread among the populace to become a form of popular entertainment. In the past, Dixi was only performed during agricultural events, but in order to meet tourist demand, it is now performed everyday in the local theater of Tianlong Tunpu (ticket price: less than USD 2). So sit down in this ancient village, watching ancient stories being told, and let your imagination run wild.