Mingshi Scenic Area

Address: Ming Shi Pastoral, Kanwei Township, Daxin County, Chongzuo City, Guangxi Opening Hours: 08:00-17:30 open (no entry after 17:30) Ticket Price: 110 yuan An ideal leisure tourism and vacation destination. The pastoral scenery is charming, a place people yearn for as a paradise on earth. Mountains overlap and water surrounds, greenery fills the eyes, three villages connect, each with its own uniqueness. Beautiful scenery. The scenic area is high-end, with golden rice fields swaying in the breeze, like waves on the earth. Farmhouses are dotted among them, exuding a strong rural atmosphere. Ming Shi Pastoral is truly a must-visit for tourists! So beautiful. Drifting downstream, one can enjoy the enchanting landscape on both sides of the river. You can also see ducks. What we see is a typical karst peak forest landscape. Visiting Ming Shi Pastoral on a rainy day is quite a special experience. It can be considered a valuable addition to the Detian Waterfall trip. The scenery is very good, very satisfying! Very impressive. The waterfall has plenty of rainwater.

Forever moved by the landscapes of Guangxi!!! On a spontaneous trip, I came to Chongzuo, this small border city. After arriving by high-speed train, I was immediately amazed by the city. It boasts ink-painting-like countryside, mountains all around, cascading waterfalls and springs, and the cost of living is very low. This city fulfills all the fantasies of 'choosing a city to grow old in.' In such beautiful landscapes, time seems to stop flowing, and there is nothing that the landscapes of Chongzuo can't cure; if once isn't enough, then come twice! Next, follow my route and start your Chongzuo journey! 🛻 Chongzuo 3 Days 2 Nights Self-Drive Tour Itinerary Day 1: Rent a car from Chongzuo South Station and head to Detian Transnational Waterfall Group, then go to Mingshi Countryside (watch the sunset here, accommodation prices are about 200-300 yuan). Day 2: First visit Mingshi Countryside, then go to Gulong Canyon, Sandiequan Waterfall, Tongling Grand Canyon, Aibu Waterfall, and finally arrive at E'quan (watch the sunset here, accommodation prices are about 100-200 yuan). Day 3: Depart from E'quan, head to Jiuzhou Ancient Town, and then to Longyang Tiankeng (if time permits, you can also visit Jianlong Mountain, which is on the way to Longyang Tiankeng), and finally return to Chongzuo South Station (if there is a relevant high-speed train, you can leave on the same day, if not, you can leave the next morning, accommodation prices are about 100-200 yuan). ⚠️ Sincerely recommend the following places worth visiting 📷 1️⃣ Detian Transnational Waterfall: Take a bamboo raft and drift under the waterfall, feeling the first healing that Chongzuo brings to you. It is famous at home and abroad for its unique beauty of mountains and rivers. ⚠️ The rainy season starts around June, and if you go now, water will be released upstream from 12-14 o'clock, and the flow is smaller at other times. 2️⃣ Mingshi Countryside: This place gave me a new understanding of the phrase 'Not accustomed to the mundane world, naturally loving the hills and mountains.' Drifting on a bamboo raft under the sunset with the sky and clouds, the distant mountains under the karst topography are like ink, like a scroll of landscape paintings. 3️⃣ E'quan: The water here is crystal clear, reaching the state of 'seemingly swimming in emptiness without reliance.' The fried fish here is both cheap and delicious, and a bamboo raft trip around costs only 10 yuan per person. 4️⃣ Longyang Tiankeng: Near Chongzuo in Baise Pingguo, there hides a place like a Zelda in the real world. 'The wind blows low and reveals the cattle and sheep' is vividly presented here, and the round trip hike takes about 3 hours, remember to bring a walking stick and water, and take sun protection measures. 5️⃣ Jiuzhou Ancient Town: Known as the 'Town of Hydrangea,' it is largely uncommercialized. Taking photos on the bridge is very photogenic, and you can enter for free after 6 pm. 6️⃣ Waterfall Canyon Group: Gulong Canyon, Tongling Grand Canyon, Aibu Waterfall, and Sandiequan Waterfall each have their own characteristics. Among them, Gulong Canyon offers rafting, Tongling Grand Canyon offers rainforest hiking, Aibu Waterfall and Sandiequan Waterfall are free, and the aerial photography effect is better during the rainy season.

Guilin's landscape is the best under heaven, but Chongzuo's scenery rivals that of Guilin. This small border town of Chongzuo is truly a treasure trove for my travels😍. Every step offers a view, and any casual snapshot is a landscape painting. It's been a long time since I returned, but my heart❤️ is still there. 🚉Transportation Guide 🚄High-speed train: Direct to Chongzuo. 🚗Plane: Fly to Nanning, then take a high-speed train to Chongzuo, or drive from Nanning, 2h away. 🏠Recommended Accommodation Stay in the wild at Ye Su Ji, by the Heishui River. Mountains, fields, waters, and countryside, you can let loose here~ Wake up to a stunning secret landscape. 3 Days 2 Nights Itinerary Day1: Arrive in Chongzuo - Taiping Ancient Town Day2: Detian Cross-border Waterfall - Mingshi Countryside Day3: Anping Xianhe - Tongling Grand Canyon Attraction Recommendations 1️⃣Detian Cross-border Waterfall 🎫Ticket: 115r/person, one of the most worthwhile places to visit in Chongzuo! Right next door is Vietnam's waterfall, which is quite magical~ 2️⃣Mingshi Countryside 🎫Ticket: Free, bamboo raft 120r/person, electric car 20r/h, bicycle 10r/h. This place is perfect for idly spending two days, with countryside scenery that rivals Guilin's. You can also try Saigon coffee on the way and watch the stunning sunset🌅 3️⃣Taiping Ancient Town 🎫Ticket: Free, city wall 10r/person. The only night view in Chongzuo worth seeing, lights up around 7:30 pm, not many tourists, very comfortable to stroll around, and there are many shops renting Hanfu and ethnic costumes for photos📸 4️⃣Anping Xianhe 🎫Ticket: 60r/person or 160r/person (full journey). The filming location of the TV series 'The Journey of Flower', an immersive experience of ancient fantasy, follow the guide 'Xu Xiake' on a boat to enjoy the beautiful scenery, the sunset light is the best🌇 5️⃣Tongling Grand Canyon Ticket🎫115r. A natural scenic area combining tropical rainforest, river waterfalls, and canyon caves, where you can stroll among the beautiful landscapes and enjoy the freshness of the forest oxygen bar. The Tongling Grand Waterfall in the scenic area has a drop of 188.6 meters 🔖【Travel Tips】 1To fully appreciate the grandeur of the Detian Waterfall, be sure to take a bamboo raft 2When in Guangxi, don't forget to try the rice noodles, they are all delicious!🍜 3Do not trust roadside solicitors, they are guaranteed to be a trap 4Chongzuo's weather is unpredictable, be prepared with sunscreen & rain gear

Majestic mountains, steaming waters. To capture this millennia-old landscape in your eyes is to do justice to its beauty . Here lies a paradise named 'Chongzuo', perfect for leisurely travel and family trips . One can fully enjoy the idyllic charm The most worthy places to visit in Chongzuo Detian Waterfall Location: Detian Village, Shuolong Town, Daxin County, Chongzuo City 🎫 Ticket: 115 , combo ticket + sightseeing car + bamboo raft 145 Spanning China and Vietnam, it is the largest transnational waterfall in Asia and the fourth largest in the world. If you can only choose one spot to visit, this is the place to be! Take a bamboo raft ride in the river, enjoy the green mountains and waters on both sides, pleasing to the eye and comfortable Mingshi Pastoral Location: Next to Mingshi Village, Kanwei Township, Daxin County, Chongzuo City 🎫 Ticket: Free, bamboo raft 120 , electric car 20r/h, bicycle 10r/h Guangxi's hidden gem, known as 'Little Guilin', is surrounded by continuous green mountains, with clear streams winding around, and the simple and pure village farmland scattered among them, as if stepping into a beautiful landscape painting, a feast for the eyes Transportation Suggestions Fly directly to Nanning, there are also high-speed trains from Guangzhou, Nanning and other places to Chongzuo, or you can drive from Nanning for about 2h to reach The attractions in Chongzuo are quite far apart! It is recommended to charter a car or join a reliable group tour after landing in Nanning Tips For those with ample holidays, it is recommended to add Weizhou Island or Guilin to your itinerary for a 5-6 day trip

| Winter Travel Guide. Travel to the treasure land of Guangxi-Chongzuo🍃 If you want to travel to Chongzuo, please save this guide💕 🚗Travel route: Day1: Detian Transnational Waterfall→Mingshi Pastoral Day2: White-headed Leaf Monkey Ecological Park→Taiping Ancient City Day3: Pingxiang Friendship Pass→Chongzuo Museum-Huashan Rock Painting 🍖Food recommendation: ·Betel nut powder🥣: It is a specialty of Chongzuo, with anti-inflammatory effects. Pour a little boiling water into a bowl with betel nut powder, stir while adding boiling water, and the cooked betel nut powder is transparent and pasty. ·Sweet potato glutinous rice cake🧈: It is a traditional snack in Chongzuo, with sweet potatoes as the main ingredient. The glutinous rice cake is soft, sweet, nutritious, and loved by diners. ·Chongzuo sour porridge🍲: Also known as sour zao porridge, it is a famous snack of the Zhuang people in Chongzuo, mainly made from glutinous rice, chili, sour bamboo shoots, shredded meat, etc. ·Bahe fish balls🍡: One of the local specialty foods, fish balls made from fresh fish, with a delicious and tender taste, rich in nutrition, and loved by many. ⛰️Scenic spot recommendation: 1️⃣Detian Transnational Waterfall: It is the first in Asia and the fourth in the world. The waterfall is magnificent and spectacular. The main attractions also include Green Island Clouds and Dayang Yougu, etc. 2️⃣Pingxiang Friendship Pass: Formerly known as Zhenan Pass. High mountains stand on both sides, and the situation is dangerous. Because of its majestic architecture and dangerous situation, it is one of the nine famous passes in China. 3️⃣Chongzuo Museum: It is a museum that integrates cultural relics collection and research, and displays Zhuang culture. There are permanent cultural exhibitions such as "Baili Rock Painting" and "Ou Luo Inheritance". 4️⃣Taiping Ancient City: Located on the bank of the Zuojiang River. The ancient city is surrounded by rivers on three sides, relying on steep mountains and beautiful waters, and the scenery is natural. The ancient city preserves well-preserved Ming and Qing period buildings and unique folk customs. If you want to travel to Chongzuo, please click three times💕 Welcome to ask questions in the comment area🍁

➡️🔛Chongzuo is so beautiful and worthwhile!! The water is green, the mountains are beautiful, and the place is gentle!! Every step is a postcard; Day trip, Nanning—Chongzuo round trip by chartered car (the driver is the airport pick-up driver, the cost performance is really high) ⛰️ 8:30 Depart from Nanning; (Eat Yongji old friend powder! Recommend pork board tendons are too fragrant!! I went to eat at eight o'clock and there was no one, I finished eating quickly) 🌤️🌤️The Hena Expressway is very beautiful, the low hills and golden rice fields are pushed in front of you, I highly recommend self-driving this expressway! 11:00 Arrive at Detian Waterfall, eat across the street, the green bamboo fish🐟 is said to be a waterfall fish, not bad; 12:40 Take the sightseeing car to the foot of the waterfall 13:00 Take a bamboo raft (very beautiful, gentle waterfall, different from the rushing of Iguazu, the water is green and the mountains are green, the bamboo raft will go to the waterfall to admire at close range, the small vendors in Vietnam across the river will take the bamboo raft to sell Vietnamese food) 14:00 Arrive at the third viewing platform, take pictures (the magic carpet is not open before November 1, a little regret) 14:15 Arrive at the rice field coffee, a very suitable place for taking pictures; 15:00 Return to the parking lot, 10 yuan parking fee 15:30 Arrive at Mingshi Countryside 17:00 Ride a small electric donkey for an hour and a half, it feels very comfortable, but if there is not enough time, I feel that this itinerary can be omitted 🔥But!! The waterfall is very worthwhile!!! It's especially beautiful ✨The waterfall is very dependent on the weather, it will be very beautiful if the weather is good; 🍀There are not many tourists in Chongzuo, it is very comfortable, the pace of life is very slow, it is really suitable to go if you want to avoid the world 🌾There are several cycling paths in Mingshi Countryside, leisurely cycling to pass the time, the whole person will be healed;

An underrated niche travel destination. Stepping into Mingshi Pastoral, it's as if I've traveled through time and space, back to that innocent pastoral era. 🌾🍃 The area is lush with greenery, with village smoke curling up, rivers, streams, rice fields, and mountains reflecting each other, resembling a paradise on earth. 😍 Here's a complete guide to transportation, accommodation, and photo spots 🌟 🛠 Travel Guide: 1️⃣ Transportation: You can drive from Nanning, and it will take only two and a half hours to get there, with beautiful scenery along the way. On the way, you will pass through China's most beautiful highway - the Hena Expressway, where you can enjoy vast villages and spectacular karst landforms. 🚗 Upon arriving at Mingshi Pastoral, you'll find that it's also surrounded by mountains and villages. 2️⃣ About Mingshi Pastoral: Mingshi Pastoral is not actually a scenic area, so there's no need to buy a ticket 🎫. Just rent a small electric scooter and you'll be surrounded by beautiful scenery. The main popular photo spots are the Fish Scale Dam, the cycling route at Longtou Mountain Viewing Platform, and the rice field views at the Field Walk Inn. If someone tries to sell you a ticket, it's for the bamboo raft, which is not necessary! 3️⃣ Tour Route: It's recommended to rent an electric scooter first 🛵 (30 yuan per scooter, the small kind, the regular ones are cheaper). Then head to the following destinations: 1- Fish Scale Dam: See picture 1, a super popular photo spot, often crowded, it's recommended to avoid the crowd, and you can use a drone to take vertical shots. 2- Longtou Mountain Viewing Platform cycling route: After taking photos at Fish Scale Dam, navigate to Longtou Mountain Viewing Platform. Along the way are cornfields and rice paddies, but we went in April, and the rice paddies were just planted, so the color wasn't very attractive. 3- Muyan Inn, Field Walk Inn: They have beautiful rice fields, and you can also stay in rooms with floor-to-ceiling windows, perfect for taking photos. 4️⃣ Accommodation and Dining: It's recommended to stay at Muyan Inn, which has unique scenery and good service. If it's a holiday, it's advised to book in advance, as Muyan Inn rooms are quite in demand. 🏨🌾 For dinner, you can try the local cuisine at a street restaurant, just choose one that's popular. 💗 Mingshi Pastoral not only has picturesque natural scenery but also a strong pastoral life atmosphere. Here, you can slow down and enjoy the tranquility and beauty. Whether cycling on country lanes or walking by the rice fields, you can forget the hustle and bustle of the city. 🌾🍃 But remember to choose a clear day for the best photos!

At the moment when the boatman pushed the bamboo raft, I understood what Su Dongpo's 'Jiang Hai Ji Yu Sheng' really meant. It's not just a casual remark. The treasure city of Chongzuo can't be hidden after all🫢 ✅How to get there 🚄Take the high-speed train directly to Chongzuo ✈️Fly to Nanning, then take the high-speed train to Chongzuo, or drive from Nanning for 2 hours ⚠️Public transportation in Chongzuo is inconvenient, suitable for self-driving, parking here is convenient and almost free ✅The most worthwhile places to go in Chongzuo: 📍Detian Transnational Waterfall 🎫Ticket: 115r/person The most worthwhile place to go in Chongzuo, no doubt!! In my opinion, it's the most beautiful waterfall in China, much better than Huangguoshu, and next door is the waterfall in Vietnam, very magical~ 📍Mingshi Countryside 🎫Ticket: Free, bamboo raft 120r/person, electric car 20r/h, bicycle 10r/h It's very suitable to daze here for two days, not losing to the rural scenery of Guilin, you can taste Saigon coffee on the way, and go to Longtou Mountain viewing platform for beautiful sunset 📍Taiping Ancient City 🎫Ticket: Free, city wall 10r/person The only worthwhile night view in Chongzuo, the lights turn on around 7:30 in the evening, not many tourists, very comfortable to stroll around, there are many Hanfu and ethnic costumes for rent for photos 📍Dongna Yubay 🎫Ticket: Essence tour 60r/person, full tour 160r/person The filming location of the TV series 'The Journey of Flower', immersive ancient style experience, follow the guide 'Xu Xiake' to enjoy the beautiful scenery by boat, the sunset light is the best 📍Jianlong Mountain 🎫Ticket: Free I would call it the most beautiful mountain in Guangxi❗️The ridge line is like a sword dragon, very charming, the hiking loop is about 3-5 hours, the sunset is beautiful, you can go back and forth from Nanning in one day ✅Chongzuo 3-day 2-night itinerary ✔️D1: Arrive in Chongzuo➖Taiping Ancient City ✔️D2: Huashan Rock Paintings➖Longzhou Uprising Memorial Hall➖Former Site of French Consulate➖Former Site of Red Eighth Army ✔️D3: Detian Transnational Waterfall➖Mingshi Countryside 📝Note tips: ⚠️If you want to appreciate the grandeur of Detian Waterfall, you must take a bamboo raft, the bamboo raft in Mingshi Countryside is not necessary ⚠️Guangxi is hot in summer, the best travel season is winter, around 20℃ is really comfortable ⚠️When you come to Guangxi, don't forget to taste the rice noodles, all kinds of rice noodles are delicious!

🎬 Visit the filming location of 'The Journey of Flower', and experience the poetic scenery of Mingshi Pastoral. 🌾 Mingshi Pastoral is not only a beautiful scene featured in the special 'Scenery of the Motherland's Border' postage stamp, but also the filming location for the popular drama 'The Journey of Flower'. The pastoral scenery and elegant waterscapes are perfectly integrated here. Although Guilin's landscapes are unmatched in the world, Mingshi Pastoral is also exceptional. Take a bamboo raft, shuttle through the bamboo forests, enjoy the breeze on your face, and the babbling river, as if you are traveling in a painting. 🏰 Friendship Pass: Withstanding two thousand years of history, one of China's nine famous passes, it still functions as a checkpoint today. Climb the pass tower, gaze into the long river of history, and feel the peace and tranquility. 🖼 Huashan Rock Paintings: Follow the Ming River and admire the World Cultural Heritage site, with ochre patterns like 'undeciphered scripts from heaven', recording the ancient life of the Luoyue people. 🌃 Taiping Ancient Town: A national 4A-level scenic spot, when the night lights are lit, the ten-mile-long street is stunningly beautiful, as if you have traveled back to the prosperous Tang Dynasty. 🏞 Dongnae Yubay Scenic Area: A national AAAA-level scenic area, where Karst landscapes and diverse cultures blend, boating on the Heishui River is like entering a fantasy land. 🌳 Paiyang Mountain Forest Park: A 1300-hectare primeval forest with fresh air and pleasant scenery, it is an excellent choice for relaxing both body and mind. 📌【Travel Tips】 - Plan ahead for the May Day holiday and enjoy a pleasant vacation. - The natural scenery of Mingshi Pastoral and Dongnae Yubay Scenic Area is suitable for a slow and detailed appreciation. - Friendship Pass and Huashan Rock Paintings contain profound historical and cultural significance, it is recommended to delve into the stories behind them. - The night in Taiping Ancient Town has a unique flavor, do not miss it. - Paiyang Mountain Forest Park is suitable for weekend short trips, away from the hustle and bustle of the city. 🌅 Chongzuo, a travel destination that blends natural beauty with historical culture, awaits your exploration.

Mingshi Countryside, hidden in the small popular secret place in Chongzuo, Guangxi, is a place I have been looking forward to for a long time on this trip to Guangxi💙 This is the filming location of The Journey of Flower🎬 I originally wanted to see the beautiful scenery of mountains and rivers, but I played a bit long at the Detian Transnational Waterfall, and it was already evening when I arrived. Unexpectedly, I encountered a stunning sunset🌅 The layered mountains shed their original colors, and this world was dyed orange. Walking along the path in the rice fields to the fish scale dam, the sunset is reflected on the clear water. At this moment, it's so beautiful that I'm speechless🌞 🛵If you don't want to walk, you can also rent a car, electric cars are 20r/h, bicycles are about 10r/h, and you can slowly play along several small country roads. 🛏️There are several homestays in the scenic area that are not bad, if you have plenty of time, you can stay for one night to experience the countryside and mountains and rivers, it's also no problem to go back and forth to Nanning/Chongzuo on the same day, self-driving takes about 3-4h. 🎫Admission is free🆓

Guangxi's fun and less-known border town You shouldn't be unaware of it Zhang Xinyu's crazy recommendation of Guangxi Chongzuo is really tempting! With the so-called 'Little Southeast Asia' vibe, it has a cross-border waterfall with a fairy-tale atmosphere and pastoral scenery like a poetic karst landscape. It's not an exaggeration, when the weather is good, even live shots on the phone are super beautiful. The most important thing is that both transportation and accommodation offer great value for money. Even less popular holiday trips can't avoid the crowd. Below is a practical travel guide to avoid congestion, a worthy grab! Transportation Take a plane ✈️ to Nanning, then transfer to a high-speed train to Chongzuo or rent a car from Nanning and drive for 2 hours to reach. PS: Chongzuo's public transportation is inconvenient, more suitable for self-driving tours. Recommended Routes From all over the country - Chongzuo city area - Taiping Ancient Town - Detian Waterfall - Mingshi Pastoral 🌻Detian Waterfall Before arriving at Detian Waterfall, there will be a border check. In the scenic area, you have to queue for boats and magic carpets, avoid traffic jams, and queue. You must get up early for the trip! Early! Early! ❶For a lazy travel option, you can take the magic carpet up the mountain to the viewing platform and slide down the mountain. It's exciting and fun, and saves a lot of time! You must take a bamboo raft, this is a shared area between Vietnam and China, it's like a 'cross-border experience' without leaving the country! Passing in front of the waterfall is really shocking. No wonder Zhang Xinyu has been here so many times💞 🌻Mingshi Pastoral ❷The main area here is centered around Mingshi Village. Surrounded by pastoral fields, Mingshi River flowing through, karst peaks standing tall - you can find Guilin's landscape here, featuring a two-in-one tour, and the key is it's free! No need to enter the scenic area, just navigate to: Saigon Coffee Mingshi Store (there's a large parking lot nearby). The beautiful scenery is all around, after parking, rent a quadricycle and the roads, paddy fields, and mountains along the way are all very suitable for photography. ❸Taiping Ancient Town Guangxi's version of the Tang Dynasty's Everbright City, very suitable for night views, and you can also take a boat ride. If you have plenty of time in the afternoon, you can stroll around the old streets near the ancient town, which have a strong cultural atmosphere. ●Food Sharing: I Awei Noodle Shop: For those who love slurping noodles, it's a bit like a big canteen, recommended for the whole family's noodles. ■Old Chongzuo Specialty Flavor Restaurant: Guangxi's specialty dishes. ❹Accommodation Recommendations: In Chongzuo city area, choose a business hotel with good value for money. Near Mingshi Pastoral, the scenery is beautiful, you can choose a resort-type hotel to stay for an extra night, very suitable for a leisurely vacation. If you have 4-5 days, you can also visit Fangchenggang and Dongxing, Wanwei Golden Beach, Dongxing Port, all are worth a visit! Friends who are interested can 🔍 for more information.

Mingshi Pastoral is a purely natural attraction, featuring farmhouses, fields, water wheels, phoenix-tail bamboo, green mountains, and clear waters, which remind me of the compositions in those famous landscape paintings from the Song Dynasty, proving that such scenes truly exist in reality. It's a hidden gem in Guangxi. Surrounded by continuous green mountains, with clear streams winding around, and the simple and pure village farmlands scattered, it feels like stepping into a beautiful landscape painting. Feeling the mountain breeze and listening to the Zhuang people's folk songs, the green mountains and waters in front of you are overwhelmingly beautiful. The beauty of Mingshi Pastoral is not only reflected in the natural scenery but also in the many man-made attractions that make this place even more enchanting. Green bamboo surrounds the banks, farmhouses are dotted in between, a single-log bridge spans the water surface, and rice ears sway in the breeze, creating a handsome and elegant landscape. Whether taking a sightseeing car, bamboo raft, or cycling, one can experience the wonderful scenery of 'bamboo groves, mountain peaks, blue sky, white clouds, and reflections like a mirror.' Here, there are small bridges over flowing water, the heavenly sounds of birds singing, and the crowing of roosters and barking of dogs from the cottages, everywhere is the intoxicating rural scenery.