Ayi River Scenic Area

The Ayi River scenic area is located in Pengshui County, Chongqing, known as the "world capital of the Miao people". The Miao people refer to diligent, kind, beautiful and intelligent women as "Jiao Ayi", which is how the river got its name.

This destination harmoniously blends mountains, waters, forests, springs, and gorges, combining grandeur, wonder, adventure, elegance, and seclusion. Eight distinctive experiences await: listening to canyon echoes, singing on bamboo rafts, playing in emerald pools, riding thrilling rapids, experiencing Miao village romance, ascending the Qinglong sky ladder, exploring Qinglong Cave, and discovering Qinglong Valley. Hikers can admire rare flowers and ancient vines, while boaters enjoy rushing currents and jade-green pools. Overnight stays offer authentic Miao village ambiance and intoxicating ethnic culture—perfect for leisure sightseeing, cultural immersion, and water sports.

In 2020, it was rated as a national AAAAA-level tourist attraction and has won numerous honors, including one of China's top ten eco-tourism demonstration attractions, a 2025 China sports tourism elite project, the top of the new twelve scenic spots in Bayu, a sports tourism demonstration base in Sichuan-Chongqing region, and a new cultural tourism landmark in Chongqing. It is a classic representation of the coexistence of southeastern Chongqing's landscapes and Miao ethnic culture.