10 Must-Go Places to Have Fun in Guiyang

#Overlooking the scenery of Nanming River # Jiaxiu Building is a landmark building in Guiyang. It is also a place of interest where people will definitely go to when they come to Guiyang. The scenic area is open and free of charge. You can even overlook the scenery of Nanming River when you go up the building. #Built on a Ming Dynasty monolith# Jiaxiu Building was first built in the Ming Dynasty. It is located on top of the monolith on the Nanming River. It is a three-story wooden loft, and it is named after Jiaxiu, who was the top scholar in the ancient imperial exam at that time.

#Climb up the mountain to pay respects to Buddha and see the macaques

# Guiyang is known as the “forest city". There are good places in the urban area for you to climb the mountains and take a stroll, such as Qianling Mountain Park.At Qianling Mountain Park, you can explore stalactite caves and encounter wild animals such as macaques. #Try out snacks at the bottom of the mountain# There are many small stores at Zaoshan Road outside the entrance of Qianling Mountain Park which sell “silk dolls”(self-wrap pancakes), which are commonly seen on the streets of Guiyang. Various vegetables are grated and placed in a small bowl. Take a piece of pancake, choose your preferred vegetables and wrap it inside the pancake before dipping it in sour and spicy sauce. It is a must-try.

#New landmark of Guizhou# Zhucheng Square is located at Nanming River in the city center. It is considered Guiyang’s “welcome hall” and is a place where people can take leisurely walks. #Local-style golden Lusheng# The most conspicuous landscape is probably the spectacular building in the middle of the square, “Golden Lusheng”. The building integrates the shape of a Guizhou Lusheng with modern architecture. It is very distinctive and is even more beautiful at night.

#Learning more about the history during the Yelang Kingdom period# The museum is located opposite the International Convention and Exhibition Center in Guanshanhu District. Here you can see precious artifacts such as bronze artifacts from the period when Guizhou was a part of the Yelang Kingdom. #Not to be missed: Cultural relics of ethnic groups# Apart from more than 1,000 pieces of embroidery, batik, cross-stitch, brocade and silver ornaments, there are also the typical collector's items such as the marriage records of the Miao ethnic group on wooden tablets, wine cups of the Miao ethnic group carved with animal designs, and the satin, lace, ornaments, silver bells, silver charm and female wedding clothes of the Miao ethnic group and more. They are rather ornamental and valuable.

#Incorporating traditional culture into the essence of designing# Wenchang Pavilion is located at Laodongmen Relic Site in the city center. It was built in 1609 and is a three-story pagoda-shaped building.The unique thing about the building is that there are 9 corners on each floor, which is rarely seen in China.In ancient times, 9 is usually used to represent the highest authority and highest status. Apart from having 9 corners, the number of pillars and beams are in multiples of 9 as well. The design is ingenious. #Tea house that locals love to frequent# Wenchang Pavilion is not just simply a Taoist site now. It has become a local tearoom. You can get to experience the local tea culture when you come here.

#One of the four ancient towns in Guizhou# Qingyan Ancient Town is located in Huaxi District, and it is a well-known ancient town in Guizhou. It was also the filming site of “The Missing Gun”, the maiden work of Director Lu Chuan.Qingyan Ancient Town is not big. One can almost finish walking around the place in 2 hours. What to see in the ancient town: Buildings built in the Ming Dynasty# This place was founded in the Ming Dynasty, and many ancient buildings from the Ming Dynasty in the town have been preserved. They are rather charming. The exquisite stone carvings and wooden carved artworks are also a big highlight.

#Popular summer resort during summer# Nanjiang Grand Canyon is located at Kaiyang County, northeast of Guiyang. Both sides of the canyon are typical karst landforms. Clear rivers are nestled between the cliffs, and intricate waterfalls flows down from the cliff. The landscape is tranquil and charming, and it is a popular summer resort to go to during summer.Two types of rafting at Nanjiang Grand Canyon# 5-km leisure rafting and 8-km thrill rafting.Thrill rafting covers the entire journey, while leisure rafting only covers the first half of the journey of thrill rafting.

Stroll along the riverside of Huaxi River and admire the landscape of mountains and rivers# Huaxi Park is located in the suburbs, and is a blend of the landscape of mountains, rivers and fields, and folk customs. You can simply take a stroll when you come to Huaxi Park, take a boat ride in the river or climb the small hills and gaze into the distance. Bicycle rental service is also available in the park# Vastly different scenery according to the 4 Seasons# During spring, you can see various flowers blossoming everywhere. Summer is the most suitable season to spend your time here. In autumn, you can walk on the golden pathway covered with sycamore leaves. The scenery is comparable to that of a fairy tale. And in winter, you will have the opportunity to see a world that is full of snow.

#Best season to go sightseeing: Autumn# Hongfeng mountain range by the lakeside is densely populated with maple trees. The leaves would become fiery red during late autumn every time. The scenery is rather spectacular against the blue water.Visitors can take a boat trip on the lake and enjoy the view of the maple leaves. They can even visit the small island on the lake for sightseeing. #Guizhou local customs # There is still the Miao Village, Dong Village and Buyi Village alongside Hongfeng Lake. Each village showcases many customs of the various ethnic groups.The hanging corners of the Miao Village, the drum tower and the wind and rain bridge of the Dong tribe, and the irregular stone housing of the Buyi clan - all of them possess their own unique features.

#Combination of mountains and rivers with the customs of the Yao People# Libo is about a 4-hour drive away from Guiyang.The scenic area is filled with mountains, water, forests, caves, lakes and waterfalls. The place is serene and peaceful. The rise in fame of the Small Seven Arches came about from the rich customs of the Tujia people and the Yao ethnic clan.Brilliance of Jiuzhaigou Valley in Guizhou# Visiting the signboard at the Small Seven Arches: After the Small Seven Arches Ancient Bridge, take a look at the waterfall drop, which is 68 levels high.Lastly, admire one of the most beautiful places in Small Seven Arches: Water Forest. This is a good place to take photographs of the vast landscape.Continue to travel towards Wolong Pond. This place is very similar to Jiuzhaigou Valley, and it’s just like a real-life fairyland.Finally, you can go sightseeing at the final attraction at Small Seven Arches: Mandarin Duck Lake. The waters at Mandarin Duck Lake are of a strong dark green color.