Thousand-Household Miao Village: The beauty is real, and the expense is real too (Avoidance Guide)

The morning and evening fireworks of Xijiang Thousand-Household Miao Village are stunningly beautiful, but the "spending traps" are so many they make your wallet tremble—this avoidance guide helps you spend your money wisely👇 ❌ Avoid: Don't fall for these "traps" 1. Accommodation trap: Guesthouses near the viewing platform charge over 500 yuan, but guesthouses at the foot of the mountain (a 10-minute walk to the viewing platform) only cost around 200 yuan, and booking in advance is even more cost-effective; 2. Dining trap: "Miao sour soup fish" inside the scenic area costs over 100 yuan per person, while restaurants in the town outside the scenic area offer the same dishes for only 50 yuan per person; 3. Photo trap: Renting Miao costumes is priced at 199 yuan/day, but bargaining can bring it down to 50-80 yuan (remember to ask if makeup is included). ✅ Must-try: Ways to enjoy without wasting money 1. Free viewing spots: No need to buy a ticket for the viewing platform. Walk uphill from Wind and Rain Bridge No. 1, and you can shoot the panoramic view of "Thousand-Household Lights" beside the stone steps halfway up the mountain, with a view similar to the paid spot; 2. Morning mist moment: Arrive at the viewing platform before 7 a.m., avoid crowds, and watch the mist envelop the Miao village, even more magical than the night view; 3. Miao village fireworks: Visit silver shops and batik workshops on the old street; even if you don’t buy anything, you can watch artisans at work and experience authentic Miao village life. 📌 Practical Tips - Transportation: Take the direct bus from Kaili South Station to the village (about 1 hour, 35 yuan per person), cheaper than taking a taxi; - Tickets: 110 yuan per person (includes 4 sightseeing bus rides), don’t buy the "ticket + performance" package, as the performance is not cost-effective; - Time: One night is enough; arrive in the afternoon to shoot the night view, watch the morning mist the next day, and return at noon. The beauty of Thousand-Household Miao Village is worth the trip, but don’t let the "spending traps" ruin your mood—after avoiding them, you can enjoy the thousand lights and spend less unnecessary money~