Things to do in Qingzhen

The scenery is nice, but it's very crowded. It's not worth queuing for two hours just to take a boat to that cave, where artificial lights illuminate the rock walls and tell mythological stories. Also, this scenic area is far from the city center; the subway ride there and back takes two hours, so half a day is enough to explore it.

Very fun! Highly recommended. The arrangements were good. A safety briefing was given before the activities began, and hot showers followed – the water pressure was great and comfortable! Some details could be improved, such as the lockers. Is it too much trouble to collect and refund the deposit? Also, the 30 yuan for the "Liberation Shoes" (a type of traditional Chinese shoe) is better included in the total cost; charging 30 yuan on-site is inconvenient. The shower facilities were excellent, and the staff were very friendly!

Definitely worth the experience; the excitement begins the moment you board the inflatable raft and paddle into the canyon. Thrilling and exciting yet extremely safe, the accompanying safety instructors were very professional and responsible. The facilities along the route are thoughtfully designed and impressive. The coffee and hot soup noodles in the cave at the end of the route were a delightful surprise. It would be even better if there were two or three more camera spots along the route. Highly recommended.

I arrived 5 minutes early, and the lecturer, Keju, immediately started and continued until 3:05 PM without a break. He covered everything from ancient Guizhou to Qing Dynasty Guizhou, and the lecture was quite comprehensive. It seemed that Keju really enjoys reading and has a rich knowledge base. He was also quite experienced in interacting with children, and the kids listened with great interest. It was very good.

The oddly shaped stones were quite interesting. There weren't many people during the Chinese New Year, so the experience was good. However, many small shops were closed, and transportation wasn't very convenient. It was rather quiet due to the holiday.

Hongfeng Lake is located on Hubin Road, Qingzhen City, Guiyang City, Guizhou Province. It covers an area of ​​240 square kilometers and a lake area of ​​57 square kilometers. It is divided into four lakes: North, Middle, South and Back. More than 190 islands and peninsulas are scattered in between. It forms a wonderful landscape with water outside the mountains and islands in the lake. There are Miao Village, Dong Village and Buyi Village in the scenic area, with hanging corner buildings, drum towers, wind and rain bridges, stone houses, "climbing the knife mountain and going down the sea of ​​fire", ditch fire, toasting songs, road-blocking wine, long table banquets, ethnic songs and dances and performances. It is now a national 5A scenic spot.

Visiting on a weekday is relatively easy, and there are no lines for any of the attractions. Some popular attractions only have a 3-5 minute wait time, making the experience much better than the crowded weekends and holidays. It's recommended to bring some basic food and a raincoat (for water activities), as the park is quite expensive.

Located at No. 187 Zaoshan Road, Yunyan District, Guiyang City, only 1.5 kilometers from the city center, the park was established in 1957 and is a national 4A-level scenic spot. Admission is free (reservations required), Hongfu Temple incense and flower tickets cost 2 yuan, and cable car/zoo services are charged separately. It integrates mountains, forests, springs, lakes, caves, temples, and monkeys, and is known for its "premium location in the city, beautiful in nature." 🌟Highlights & Must-Visit Spots 1. Wild Macaque Troops: A rare semi-wild urban macaque troop (over a thousand individuals) concentrated around the Jiuqu Path and Hongfu Temple. Great for photos, but please do not feed them and keep an eye on your belongings. 2. Hongfu Temple + Jiuqu Path: Guizhou's first temple (during the Kangxi period of the Qing Dynasty). Climb the 383 stone steps of the Jiuqu Path, accompanied by cliff carvings and ancient pavilions; the temple features ancient Buddha caves and Buddhist scriptures, and is a popular place of worship. 3. Qilin Cave: A karst cave where Zhang Xueliang and Yang Hucheng were once under house arrest; it combines natural scenery with revolutionary history. 4. Qianling Lake + Kanzhu Pavilion: The lake is wide enough for boating; Kanzhu Pavilion on Daluo Ridge offers panoramic views of Guiyang city, with stunning sunsets. Visitors can hike or take a cable car up the mountain. 5. Zoo/Panda House: A long-established city zoo with a South China tiger breeding base, suitable for family-friendly educational activities; high vegetation coverage and abundant negative oxygen ions.

The Gui'an Cherry Blossom Garden lives up to its reputation as "the most beautiful cherry blossom garden on the blue planet." 700,000 cherry trees are in full bloom across 24,000 mu (approximately 1,000 acres) of land. The vibrant sea of pink and white blossoms, set against the backdrop of emerald green tea fields and sparkling lakes, creates a breathtaking spring scene. Strolling through it feels like stepping into a dreamlike fairytale.

The park is quite large, with a wide variety of attractions. I guess not many people know about it, so there are relatively few visitors. There's no queue for each attraction; the staff will help anyone who wants to try it, whether it's just one or two people, start it. This is a great touch. The staff were friendly and patient with reminders, even with relatively few people. A great place to take the kids out, highly recommended.