Things to do in Long'an

It was so much fun! The monkeys were incredibly cute and well-cared for; it was a perfect example of harmonious coexistence between humans and nature. The biggest surprise was that there were no forced performances to attract visitors! Every single monkey seemed to be thriving! My friends and I had a fantastic time and will definitely go again! The energy was amazing, and I was happy even on the way back to my dorm. The only regret was not getting to touch any of the monkeys. I hope next time the guide can introduce some well-behaved monkeys for us to pet! There were also four adorable yellow monkeys in the shuttle area.

Gengwang Lake, with its source coming from Buquan River, is a seasonal natural lake located at the junction of Buquan, Nanwei and Pingshan townships, near Jiuwang Village, Silian Village, Nanwei Town and Xinwang Village, Bangning, Nanwei Town. Gengwang Lake has different scenery in each season, so it is also known as the "Face-Changing Lake". It is a typical karst terrain with an excellent ecological environment, with beautiful scenery and clear waters.

This place is the best for taking a bamboo raft. The river water is very clean. It is surrounded by mountains and has a specially created lake view. The evening and afternoon are good times for taking photos. It is a good scenic spot for a two-hour visit. The key is that it is free.

Finally visited Detian Transnational Waterfall! Seeing it in person was far more breathtaking than any photos or videos! As Asia's first transnational waterfall, it's separated from Vietnam's Ban Gioc Waterfall by just one river. Standing on the viewing platform with both waterfalls side-by-side, the unique border atmosphere was truly special. I highly recommend taking a bamboo raft on the border river. Driving to the foot of the falls, the spray is refreshing and soothing; if you're lucky, you might even see a rainbow – a truly unique experience! Walking up the path, each viewing platform offers a different perspective. Visit the 836 border marker to experience the border atmosphere. The scenic area has many steps, making it inconvenient for strollers; those with elderly people or young children should proceed with caution.

The scenery and environment are superb, with flowers blooming in each season, making it beautiful all year round. It would be great if there were a sightseeing bus package ticket, allowing people to choose freely. The main problem is that you have to scan a QR code to pay every time you get on the bus, which affects the experience. Even though the fare is not expensive, scanning so many times makes it feel like you're paying a huge sum.

The sea here is a beautiful blue, especially on sunny days. The blue hues of the water at Shiluotian are distinctly layered, giving it a feel similar to the Xisha Islands. The seafood on the island is fresh and easy to prepare, and the bananas are delicious. It's truly a place with beautiful scenery, delicious food, and a wonderful mood—definitely worth a visit. However, parking is charged, and there are separate fees: 5 yuan for a two-wheeled electric cart, 10 yuan for a three-wheeled electric cart, and 20 yuan for a car. This is quite unreasonable. I took motion sickness medication before the boat trip to the island, so I didn't feel particularly sick.

Libo Xiaoqikong, affectionately known as "Little Seventeen," is located at the border of Guizhou and Guangxi provinces. It is a World Natural Heritage site and a national 5A scenic area. It gets its name from the seven-arched ancient bridge that spanned the Xiangshui River during the Daoguang era of the Qing Dynasty, connecting the two provinces. Hidden within its secluded valleys are crystal-clear waters, dotted with Wolongtan (Sleeping Dragon Pool), a water forest, and a 68-tiered waterfall, earning it the reputation of "the emerald on the Earth's belt." The karst landscape is breathtakingly beautiful, with clear, sparkling waters.

Chongzuo Dongnayu Bay Scenic Area is very close to Mingshi Pastoral Area. Those not driving usually go to Mingshi first and then take a taxi to and from there. It's very convenient. The scenic area can be explored by boat first and then on foot; the scenery is excellent, and the area is quite large.

This was my first time visiting Nanning Botanical Garden & Qingxiu Mountain. It was indeed very large, very green, and very comfortable. I walked around for more than four hours without feeling tired. I didn't take the shuttle bus out until I got hungry at 4 pm. It's a great place worth visiting many times. Northerners love it.