Leishan Travel Recommendations for 2024 (Updated in Apr)
Xijiang Qianhu Miao Village Travel Recommendations for 2024 (Updated in Apr)
You should visit Guizhou at least once, and experience the day and night of the Qianhu Miao Village!!
It turns out that the off-season is the correct way to visit the Qianhu Miao Village of Xijiang❗️||🏠Xijiang Qianhu Miao Village
🚗About transportation:
Take the high-speed rail to Kaili South Station!
❗️There is a bus ticket office on the left side of the high-speed rail station: 18/person (but there is a timetable, it seems to be one and a half hours)
❗️If the departure time is close to the departure time, then I strongly recommend taking the bus! There is really no need to take a black car, the bus can directly send to the west gate or north gate, both gates will stop
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🚪About which door to enter:
Xijiang Qianhu Miao Village has two gates, west gate and north gate
I sincerely recommend going in and out of the north gate
Because the west gate must go through a commercial street that lasts for seven or eight minutes,
The commercial street is really really very⬇️ Head
If you are dragging a suitcase, it is even more difficult
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🚌About sightseeing car:
After entering the scenic area, you have to take a sightseeing car to enter the village
I can only say that the money that should be spent still has to be spent
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🏘️About accommodation:
Accommodation is not recommended! The best view is with a balcony
If there are not too many requirements, it is enough to suggest halfway up the mountain
Living too high is really really hard to climb
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🍽️About eating:
For friends who come to Guizhou for the first time, I recommend sour soup beef or local stir-fry
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📝Note tips:
There are really few people going in the off-season
Accommodation and eating are relatively convenient
It is best to find a sunny day to go
The experience on a rainy day should not be too good
The village is quite commercial, but I personally think it is very beautiful and worth it! The stilted buildings are very beautiful and the photos are very good. It is a good choice to go on a sunny day for a weekend. It is not as unbearable as the Internet says
There will be some performances at a fixed time
Try to bring as little luggage as possible. It is really hard to walk with a suitcase on the road in the village. If there is really a lot of luggage, try to choose a homestay that can help with luggage
Remember to wear a pair of comfortable shoes
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Qianhu Miao Village: A mysterious fairyland on earth, you absolutely can't miss it!
🌺 Deep into the Miao Village, feel the unique cultural charm 🌺
📍 Destination: Qianhu Miao Village
🗺️ Location: Southeast Guizhou Miao and Dong Autonomous Prefecture, Guizhou Province
📅 Best travel time: The transition between spring and summer, with suitable temperature
🚗 Transportation: Self-driving or chartered car, enjoy freedom and convenience
✨ The charming Qianhu Miao Village is an excellent place to explore minority cultures. The Miao people here have retained their long-standing traditions and have been living in the same way for thousands of years.
🌳 Leisurely walk: Stroll on the stone paths of the Miao Village, feel the tranquility and simplicity of rural houses. Under your feet is a path paved with bluestone slabs, on both sides are green rice fields and picturesque bamboo forests, as if you have entered a paradise.
🏠 Home visit experience: The Miao people are hospitable, they will invite you to their homes to taste authentic Miao food, taste the special wine of the Miao, personally teach you to weave Miao embroidery, let you deeply understand the unique charm of Miao culture.
🎶 Folk performances: On festivals, the Miao people will hold grand folk performances, the cheerful gongs and drums and passionate dances will take you into a joyful carnival.
📷 Visual feast: Standing at a high place in the Miao Village, overlooking the surrounding scenery, the Miao villages scattered all over the mountains are like pearls embedded in the green mountains, intoxicating.
💃 Ethnic costumes: The traditional costumes of the Miao people are colorful and varied, wearing Miao costumes, instantly become a part of the scenery.
🍽️ Gourmet feast: The food culture of the Miao people is rich and diverse, sour and spicy sour soup fish, crispy Miao crispy meat, sweet and mellow Miao rice wine, etc., let your taste buds enjoy.
🌈 Everything here is so fascinating, let you immerse yourself in it, feel the charm and magic of Miao culture. Come to Qianhu Miao Village and start a unique encounter with minorities! Miao Village Culture Village Travel Guide
FRANCIS BLAIR
Xijiang Qianhu Miao Village! The fairy tale of Guizhou in autumn is here
This is currently the largest Miao settlement in China. The houses built on the mountain start to twinkle at night, just like the fairy tale world of Spirited Away.
🌈Transportation:
The nearest airport✈️ is Guiyang Longdongbao International Airport. You can take a bus or rent a car🚗 from the airport to Xijiang Qianhu Miao Village.
Buses🚌 are also available from the capital of Qiandongnan Prefecture, Kaili, and the journey takes about 2-3 hours.
🌈Attractions and activities:
The Wind and Rain Bridge in the Miao Village is a famous attraction and one of the representatives of Miao architecture.
Visit local Miao families and enjoy traditional Miao song and dance performances.
Go hiking in the nearby mountains and enjoy the magnificent natural scenery.
Visit the Miao Museum to learn more about Miao history and culture.
Overlook the beautiful scenery of the Miao Village from the viewing platform, with the distant mountains, clouds, and terraces all in sight.
🌈Food:
Try local Miao cuisine, such as sour soup fish mouth, pickled fish, Miao hot and sour noodles, etc. You can also taste some farmhouse dishes and experience rural life.
🌈Travel tips:
In the Miao Village, you can rent local Miao costumes, put on Miao clothes, and take photos for memory.
When touring the Miao Village, please respect the local culture and customs, do not disturb the lives of local residents, and get permission from local residents when taking pictures.
There are many handicraft shops in the Miao Village, where you can buy some exquisite Miao handicrafts as souvenirs.
Pay attention to altitude sickness, especially if you are not used to the climate of high-altitude areas, drink mineral water to prevent gastrointestinal discomfort.
🌈Recommended homestays:
Huazhu·Xijiang Qianhu Miao Village Wusaitong Posthouse Hotel
Food and Footprints
The Wooden House Village.
The Xijiang Qianhu Miao Village is a special ancient village in Guizhou Province of China. It is home to the Miao people, a minority group in China.
Getting there: Get to Kaili city (in Guizhou province) by train. Then get a taxi to the village. A private car is also an option and you just need to search online for a company - there are many English speaking ones that can take you.
The village itself is filled with stunning traditional wooden architecture and stunning scenic views of the ancient village. (see my photos for some examples). It is truly a unique part of China.
I recommend staying for several nights to really enjoy and take in the culture.
Tip: Go for sunset shots to enjoy a panoramic view of Xijiang Qianhu Miao Village. There are viewing decks on the opposite hill of Xijiang Miao Village and electric car can take you there. Standing on the viewing deck, you’ll enjoy picturesque and peaceful panoramic view of the whole village.
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Langde Miao Village Travel Recommendations for 2024 (Updated in Apr)
Langde Miao minority village in Guizhou
Our visit to a Miao minority village in Guizhou was a fascinating experience that allowed us to immerse ourselves in the rich culture and traditions of this ancient community. We were especially intrigued by the stunning Miao dresses that we saw, which were intricately embroidered and adorned with silver jewelry.
Serena was particularly taken with the dresses, and she decided to rent a local costume for our visit. As she posed for photos on the village square, she looked like a true Miao princess, with her dress and jewelry shimmering in the sunlight.
But our visit was about more than just admiring the beauty of the Miao dresses. We also had the opportunity to learn about the history, culture, and customs of the Miao people. We were fascinated by the community's unique architecture, which included stilt houses and wooden bridges. We also learned about the Miao's rich tradition of embroidery, which has been passed down through generations of women.
Overall, our visit to the Miao minority village in Guizhou was a truly enriching experience that left us with a deep appreciation for the beauty and richness of this ancient culture. We highly recommend it to anyone seeking an authentic and enlightening cultural experience.
UnrealHoliday
Exploring Miao Culture in Guizhou
While touring through Guizhou, we visited a lot of different Miao Villages, but there is one that really seems to stand out in my mind: Langde.
During our stay, it wasn't packed with tourists, and there are actually two parts of the village that you can explore - the upper and the lower part. We received a really warm welcome from the local villagers - a procession of musicians and small cups filled with rice wine as you enter the grounds of the village; followed by a performance of local song and dance.
Following this warm welcome, we were left to our own devices to wander - without a doubt it is a quiet village, where local culture and traditions are kept alive by those still living there.
Find it: Langde Miao Village, Leishan County, Guizhou, China
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Michaela (@uncoveringcities)
Langde Miao Village
Our story start from small city Kaili. It's located around 40-45 minutes drive from Langde Miao Vilage and it's the place where you can find few good hotels.
Langde Miao Village is old and authentic village of Miao people and they still leave there. Located between hills, next to small river it's amazing place to spend few hours. From the entrance gate you can walk or take shuttle bus. If you are lucky you will see typically Miao dance at main square inside of the village. You can also rent clothes and make some nice pictures for your social medias.
You should definitely put this place on your list and enjoy in nature and history.
#guizhou #miaovillage #kaili #china #historicculture #history #explore
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Langde Upper Village: A Soul-Stirring Journey Hidden in Southeast Guizhou!
🌿 If you are tired of commercialized tourist destinations and long for an authentic and profound ethnic experience, be sure to visit 📍Langde Upper Village during the off-peak season!
🍃 In the quiet travel season, Langde Upper Village is like a tranquil paradise. The residents maintain a simple way of life, and the daily folk song and dance performances that start promptly at 11 am are particularly eye-catching. When people of all ages in the village gather together, performing Miao ballads with lusheng (a traditional instrument) and their natural voices, the purity and shock will give you a whole new understanding of this land.
💃 Don't forget to participate in the 'blocking the door' wine ceremony at 11 am every day! It's a rare experience that lets you feel the profound cultural heritage of Langde Upper Village. Here, you can witness a third of the village's population participating, immersing you in a strong ethnic atmosphere. During the peak tourist season, there are even two wonderful folk song and dance performances, allowing you to fully immerse yourself in the passion and vitality of this land.
🏠 As for accommodation, we highly recommend the 'Most Beautiful Miao Family Inn.' The landlady is not only beautiful but also kind and gentle, providing you with a home-like service. Although the accommodation is relatively simple, without TV and with limited bathroom space, it is precisely this original ecological setting and environment that brings you closer to the life of the Miao village, enjoying that unique and tranquil rural charm.
🌿 In Langde Upper Village, you will embark on a soul-stirring journey. The tranquility and purity here will make you forget the hustle and bustle of the city and find inner peace and serenity once again. The sooner you visit, the more you can experience the original charm of this land. So, why not plan a trip to Southeast Guizhou and feel for yourself the shock and surprise that Langde Upper Village has to offer!
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Sanchunli Meng Resort Hotel Travel Recommendations for 2024 (Updated in Apr)
Stay in a luxurious terraced B&B for the grand Miao New Year celebration in Guizhou
💓 This winter, the once-a-year Miao New Year's carnival provides a reason to head to Guizhou. 🍷 Raise a glass to celebrate the abundance of all things, dance under the daylight stars, 🚗 join an 8-person VIP small group to this millennium-old ethnic feast!
🌟 Miao New Year's Carnival:
✅ Grand parade in full dress
A walking condensed map of intangible cultural heritage, only by joining can you taste the long and profound history and culture of the Miao people
✅ Sacrificial rituals for peace
Witness the ghost masters worshiping the spirits of heaven and earth, and feel the mysterious and solemn folk activities
✅ Bullfighting
As thrilling as Spanish bullfighting, cheer and shout in the bullring
✅ Thousand-person long table feast
A hundred-meter-long table, enjoy delicacies together, and you can also challenge the Miao's toasting custom of 'high mountains and flowing water'
✅ Travel photography in Xijiang Miao Village
Dressed in Miao costumes, stroll through the village, and experience the authentic life of the Miao village
✅ Tea break with a view in Xijiang
Relax at the mysterious viewing platform, watch the slanting rain over the mountains
✅ Miao village's special 'block-the-way' wine
Bravely challenge the 'twelve block-the-way wines'
✅ Intangible cultural heritage Lusheng performance
Villagers in festive attire gather at the Lusheng field, and we dance to the tune of bamboo Lusheng
✅ Intangible cultural heritage tie-dye experience
Learn to make traditional Chinese dyeing crafts by hand, and listen to the dreamy dialogue between white and blue
✅ Terraced field dinner
Accompanied by sunset, sing with wine, enjoy a special dinner by the terraced fields
📝 Itinerary:
D1: Gathering in Guiyang from all over the country
D2 Guiyang - Xiaoqikong - Libo
D3 Libo - Baiyan Village - Terraced field dinner
D4 Baiyan Village - Langde Miao Village - Xijiang Qianhu Miao Village
D5 Xijiang - Leishan all day (Miao New Year) - Tea break with a view
D6 Xijiang Miao Village - Return to Guiyang
🏠 Accommodation:
➡️ Guiyang - Guizhou Hotel·VIP Building or equivalent
A luxurious five-star hotel in Guiyang, with thoughtful and comfortable rooms equipped with electric toilets, curtains, coffee machines, children's toiletries, etc., designed with solemn elegance.
➡️ Leishan Xunmei·Muyun Jian Terraced B&B or equivalent
A B&B built on the terraced fields, with a view of the terraced landscape outside the window, wooden stilted buildings integrated into the Miao village in the mountains, and the interior decoration is warm and full of style
➡️ Libo Xiaoqikong Ruijing Hotel or equivalent
Located at the east gate of the famous scenic spot 'Xiaoqikong', here you will experience the strong and authentic British literary atmosphere and admire the ever-new British traditional art
➡️ Xijiang Sanchunli·Meng Holiday Hotel or equivalent
Located in the viewing platform area of Qianhu Miao Village, known for the infinity pool of Xijiang, the rooms are equipped with tea rooms, bathtubs, gardens, balconies, tents, and other special experience sections
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Visiting the Qianhu Miao Village during the off-season is worry-free and feels like being in a world of fairy tales and martial heroes!
Visiting the Qianhu Miao Village during the off-season is simply fantastic! You can freely take photos throughout the village without any pressure.
The stilted Miao houses scattered across the mountains, nestled among green hills and clear waters, create a scene of beauty that feels like being in a fairy tale world when all the lights are lit at night.
There are numerous spots for sightseeing and photo opportunities. There are six Wind and Rain Bridges, with the fourth and fifth ones being particularly revered; the Yunting Hotel offers a panoramic night view of the entire Qianhu Miao Village, and Fang Qi has also shot here, with excellent results in blue tones, especially when the lights are on, it's like stepping into a scene from a fairy tale drama; the Lusheng Field hosts wonderful cultural performances every day, where you can enjoy the songs and dances of Miao girls; the viewing platform offers nice views both during the day and at night; the lively Youfang Street, with its array of Miao specialty shops, is a great place for close-up portraits of young ladies.
Transportation is also very convenient. You can take the high-speed train from Guiyang to Kaili South Station, then take a direct bus to the scenic area from the right side of the exit, with buses departing every hour and a fare of eighteen yuan, or a taxi for about one hundred and ten yuan. Self-driving is also convenient; you can choose the west or north gate depending on where you're staying, about 2.5 hours from Guizhou, with a parking fee of thirty yuan per day. The parking lot is a ten-minute walk from the entrance to the scenic area, and you need to take a sightseeing bus to enter.
The entrance fee to the scenic area is one hundred yuan, but it's free for residents of Foshan and Zhejiang. For dining, the Old Village at the viewing platform is highly recommended, with delicious rice dishes and greens. There are many special foods in Southeast Guizhou, such as sour soup beef, reed pond sauerkraut fish, rice tofu, sweet zongzi, and cured meat, etc.
For accommodation, I chose Sanchunli. There are three hotels here, each with its own characteristics, and all facilities and equipment are shared.
Sanchunli · Ji Huayuan Meisu is only five meters from the scenic viewing platform, with a coffee bar and book bar, and the mountain view rooms offer a panoramic view of the terraced fields, with an interesting batik experience hall on the first floor.
Sanchunli · Meng Holiday Hotel has the only cliffside infinity pool in the Miao Village, which is super photogenic, and you can also have a drink at the 'Rebirth Bar' at night. The forest SPA here is also worth experiencing.
Sanchunli · Zhong Quanjing Meisu is located at a commanding height of the Miao Village, with each room offering a stunning window view, and a private viewing platform, allowing you to enjoy the lights of thousands of Miao homes without leaving your room.
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Xijiang Qianhu Miao Village||Stories about the ancient Miao village
||Stories about the ancient Miao village.✨||Xijiang Qianhu Miao Village is the largest and most well-preserved Miao village, known as one of the 'Top Ten Most Beautiful Ethnic Villages in China'. Rows of wooden buildings are scattered among the green mountains and waters, each house with its unique style and shape. In the village, you can hear the wonderful singing and dancing of the Miao people, taste the authentic Miao cuisine, and gain a deeper understanding of the ancient Miao traditional culture.
🛖The stilted houses of the Miao spread across the mountains, hidden among the green mountains and waters. When thousands of lights are lit at night🏮
it's like stepping into a scene from a fantasy world.
📸Here's a list of photo and check-in spots for Qianhu Miao Village:
Wind and Rain Bridge: There are 6 wind and rain bridges in the village, I personally recommend the 4th and 5th ones.
Yunting Hotel: You can see the entire night view of Qianhu Miao Village, the view is great, and Fang Qi has also shot here. It is recommended to shoot during the blue hour when the lights are on, as it resembles a scene from a fantasy world.
Lusheng Field: There are cultural performances every day, where you can see Miao girls singing and dancing.
Viewing Platform: Both day and night views are very nice.
Youfang Street: The street is full of life, with a variety of Miao specialty shops suitable for taking close-up portraits of girls.
🚘About transportation:
🚄High-speed train: Take the high-speed train from Guiyang to Kaili South Station. After getting off, take the direct bus to the scenic area at the right side of the exit. The bus runs every hour, with a ticket price of 18 yuan per person, and a taxi costs about 110 yuan.
🚗Self-driving route: It is recommended to drive there. Depending on where you stay, choose the west or north gate. It takes 2.5 hours from Guizhou, with a parking fee of 30 yuan/24 hours. The parking lot is 10 minutes away from the entrance of the scenic area, and you need to take a sightseeing bus to enter.
🎫Scenic area ticket:
The ticket for the scenic area is 100 yuan‼️ Foshan and Zhejiang residents are free of charge🎫
🍱About food:
The dishes at 'Old Village' near the viewing platform are very good. I ordered some dishes that go well with rice and vegetables, and they were delicious.
🍲Specialties of Southeast Guizhou include sour soup beef, reed pond sauerkraut fish, rice tofu, sweet zongzi, and cured meat...
🏡About accommodation:
I stayed at Sanchunli, which has three hotels, each with its own characteristics‼️ And all facilities and equipment are shared among the three hotels.
🔯Sanchunli • Ji Huayuan Boutique Hotel
Just 5 meters away from the scenic viewing platform. It has a coffee bar and a book bar, and the mountain view rooms offer a panoramic view of the terraced fields. There is also a batik experience hall on the 1st floor, which is very interesting.
💟Sanchunli • Meng Holiday Hotel
The only cliffside infinity pool in the village, super photogenic, and you can also have a drink at the hotel's 'Rebirth Bar' in the evening. It's too comfortable, and the forest spa here is also worth trying.
☸️Sanchunli • Zhong Quan Jing Mei Hotel
The highest point in the village, each room has a beautiful window view, and also has a private viewing platform, allowing you to see the village's thousands of lights without leaving your room.
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Rave about this hidden cliff hotel in Guizhou!
The natural scenery of Guizhou is like a poem splashed with ink by Mother Nature, every stroke brimming with poetic grace and rhythm. The mottled bluestone paths, the quaint stilted buildings, and the Miao girls jingling with silver ornaments make everything here seem to travel through time, back to an era of returning to simplicity.
You can stand in front of the Huangguoshu Waterfall, feeling the mist from the waterfall that plummets for miles; stroll through the green fairyland of Xiaoqikong, listening to the melodious sound of the lusheng... Stay in the cliff hotel hidden in this secret land, watch the mountains echo in the empty valley, and gaze at the starry sky at night.
🗓 Itinerary:
D1: Pick-up from Guiyang airport - Guiyang City Walk (Jiaxiu Tower + Tipsy experience at Xihe Tavern)
D2: Guiyang to Xijiang Qianhu Miao Village for a batik experience
D3: Xijiang Qianhu Miao Village to Xiaoqikong
D4: Xiaoqikong - Huangguoshu Waterfall - Baling River Bridge - Afternoon Tea
D5: Huangguoshu Steep Pond - Drop off at Guiyang airport
🛏【️Hotel Strategy】
Xijiang Sanchunli·Meng Holiday Hotel
Boasts the only infinity pool in Xijiang! The hotel is made up of traditional wooden stilted buildings, close to the Miao Village viewing platform, offering an excellent position to overlook the panoramic view without stepping out of the door.
Huangguoshu Yaojia·Fan She Cliff Boutique Homestay
The homestay is located right opposite the Huangguoshu Dripping Beach, where the morning view of clouds and mist around the mountains is breathtaking. It is equipped with a glass walkway viewing platform, infinity pool, steam room, 360-degree viewing restaurant, and a small bar.
Yaochi Xiaoqikong Homestay
The homestay has the charm of the White Trousers Yao nationality, resembling an 'Eastern Indian' tribe. The rooms are divided into independent farm courtyards and rooms with large open-air balconies, offering unique Yao baths for an immersive experience of minority life.
👍Most Recommended:
Libo Xiaoqikong Scenic Area
The sparkling clear water is known as the 'Emerald on Earth'. The crystal-clear river and the shaded paths form a beautiful picture.
Huangguoshu Waterfall
The largest waterfall in Asia, and also one of the filming locations for 'Journey to the West'. The torrential flow and grandeur are like the Milky Way hanging upside down, giving a strong visual impact.
Yishu Villa·Sheye Jilai Hillside Viewing Holiday Homestay (Xijiang Qianhu Miao Village No.6 Bridge Store)·Viewing Restaurant
The stilted buildings are built along the hillside, surrounded by green mountains and mist during the day, and at night, the lights are like a fairyland full of worldly warmth.
🌟Highlights:
Join the 'bros' for a City Walk,
Savor the authentic flavors and taste Guizhou's fine wines,
Or experience the rich aroma of handmade tea at the bridge-view afternoon tea,
Immerse yourself in the mountain mist and experience the batik craft,
Feel the ancient ethnic culture in your hands, taste the special Miao King's feast, and understand the local customs and culture
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Xijiang Yunting Light Luxury Panoramic Beauty Su (Observation Deck) Travel Recommendations for 2024 (Updated in Apr)
Unforgettable stay in Xijiang
If you're looking for a staycation far away from the city with sky 🌌 and you 💑, This is a perfect place for you 🌹❤️. You will get the view as same as from the observation desk from your balcony . The hotel staffs are very helpful and they decorated the room very beautifully. ✨
📍Gettling There -
Hotel is inside the Xijiang Qianhu Miao Village, Near to the observation desk. From the entrance you will get sightseeing bus. You can get down at the observation desk. Hotel is just near to it.
📍Food & Restaurants -
Lots of restaurants and bars in and around the place.
#momentsmission #luxuryhotel
#summervacation#hotelstay
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Farz
Best place to Celebrate your special day
If you're looking for a staycation far away from the city with sky 🌌 and you 💑, This is a perfect place for you 🌹❤️. You will get the view as same as from the observation desk from your balcony . The hotel staffs are very helpful and they decorated the room very beautifully. ✨
📍Gettling There -
Hotel is inside the Xijiang Qianhu Miao Village, Near to the observation desk. From the entrance you will get sightseeing bus. You can get down at the observation desk. Hotel is just near to it.
📍Food & Restaurants -
Lots of restaurants and bars in and around the place.
#summervacation#hotelstay
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Farz
Visiting the Qianhu Miao Village during the off-season is worry-free and feels like being in a world of fairy tales and martial heroes!
Visiting the Qianhu Miao Village during the off-season is simply fantastic! You can freely take photos throughout the village without any pressure.
The stilted Miao houses scattered across the mountains, nestled among green hills and clear waters, create a scene of beauty that feels like being in a fairy tale world when all the lights are lit at night.
There are numerous spots for sightseeing and photo opportunities. There are six Wind and Rain Bridges, with the fourth and fifth ones being particularly revered; the Yunting Hotel offers a panoramic night view of the entire Qianhu Miao Village, and Fang Qi has also shot here, with excellent results in blue tones, especially when the lights are on, it's like stepping into a scene from a fairy tale drama; the Lusheng Field hosts wonderful cultural performances every day, where you can enjoy the songs and dances of Miao girls; the viewing platform offers nice views both during the day and at night; the lively Youfang Street, with its array of Miao specialty shops, is a great place for close-up portraits of young ladies.
Transportation is also very convenient. You can take the high-speed train from Guiyang to Kaili South Station, then take a direct bus to the scenic area from the right side of the exit, with buses departing every hour and a fare of eighteen yuan, or a taxi for about one hundred and ten yuan. Self-driving is also convenient; you can choose the west or north gate depending on where you're staying, about 2.5 hours from Guizhou, with a parking fee of thirty yuan per day. The parking lot is a ten-minute walk from the entrance to the scenic area, and you need to take a sightseeing bus to enter.
The entrance fee to the scenic area is one hundred yuan, but it's free for residents of Foshan and Zhejiang. For dining, the Old Village at the viewing platform is highly recommended, with delicious rice dishes and greens. There are many special foods in Southeast Guizhou, such as sour soup beef, reed pond sauerkraut fish, rice tofu, sweet zongzi, and cured meat, etc.
For accommodation, I chose Sanchunli. There are three hotels here, each with its own characteristics, and all facilities and equipment are shared.
Sanchunli · Ji Huayuan Meisu is only five meters from the scenic viewing platform, with a coffee bar and book bar, and the mountain view rooms offer a panoramic view of the terraced fields, with an interesting batik experience hall on the first floor.
Sanchunli · Meng Holiday Hotel has the only cliffside infinity pool in the Miao Village, which is super photogenic, and you can also have a drink at the 'Rebirth Bar' at night. The forest SPA here is also worth experiencing.
Sanchunli · Zhong Quanjing Meisu is located at a commanding height of the Miao Village, with each room offering a stunning window view, and a private viewing platform, allowing you to enjoy the lights of thousands of Miao homes without leaving your room.
ThriftyTricks
Xijiang Qianhu Miao Village||Stories about the ancient Miao village
||Stories about the ancient Miao village.✨||Xijiang Qianhu Miao Village is the largest and most well-preserved Miao village, known as one of the 'Top Ten Most Beautiful Ethnic Villages in China'. Rows of wooden buildings are scattered among the green mountains and waters, each house with its unique style and shape. In the village, you can hear the wonderful singing and dancing of the Miao people, taste the authentic Miao cuisine, and gain a deeper understanding of the ancient Miao traditional culture.
🛖The stilted houses of the Miao spread across the mountains, hidden among the green mountains and waters. When thousands of lights are lit at night🏮
it's like stepping into a scene from a fantasy world.
📸Here's a list of photo and check-in spots for Qianhu Miao Village:
Wind and Rain Bridge: There are 6 wind and rain bridges in the village, I personally recommend the 4th and 5th ones.
Yunting Hotel: You can see the entire night view of Qianhu Miao Village, the view is great, and Fang Qi has also shot here. It is recommended to shoot during the blue hour when the lights are on, as it resembles a scene from a fantasy world.
Lusheng Field: There are cultural performances every day, where you can see Miao girls singing and dancing.
Viewing Platform: Both day and night views are very nice.
Youfang Street: The street is full of life, with a variety of Miao specialty shops suitable for taking close-up portraits of girls.
🚘About transportation:
🚄High-speed train: Take the high-speed train from Guiyang to Kaili South Station. After getting off, take the direct bus to the scenic area at the right side of the exit. The bus runs every hour, with a ticket price of 18 yuan per person, and a taxi costs about 110 yuan.
🚗Self-driving route: It is recommended to drive there. Depending on where you stay, choose the west or north gate. It takes 2.5 hours from Guizhou, with a parking fee of 30 yuan/24 hours. The parking lot is 10 minutes away from the entrance of the scenic area, and you need to take a sightseeing bus to enter.
🎫Scenic area ticket:
The ticket for the scenic area is 100 yuan‼️ Foshan and Zhejiang residents are free of charge🎫
🍱About food:
The dishes at 'Old Village' near the viewing platform are very good. I ordered some dishes that go well with rice and vegetables, and they were delicious.
🍲Specialties of Southeast Guizhou include sour soup beef, reed pond sauerkraut fish, rice tofu, sweet zongzi, and cured meat...
🏡About accommodation:
I stayed at Sanchunli, which has three hotels, each with its own characteristics‼️ And all facilities and equipment are shared among the three hotels.
🔯Sanchunli • Ji Huayuan Boutique Hotel
Just 5 meters away from the scenic viewing platform. It has a coffee bar and a book bar, and the mountain view rooms offer a panoramic view of the terraced fields. There is also a batik experience hall on the 1st floor, which is very interesting.
💟Sanchunli • Meng Holiday Hotel
The only cliffside infinity pool in the village, super photogenic, and you can also have a drink at the hotel's 'Rebirth Bar' in the evening. It's too comfortable, and the forest spa here is also worth trying.
☸️Sanchunli • Zhong Quan Jing Mei Hotel
The highest point in the village, each room has a beautiful window view, and also has a private viewing platform, allowing you to see the village's thousands of lights without leaving your room.
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On the spring mountains of the Miao village, brew a pot of tea
The hotel is located on the hillside to the east of Xijiang Qianhu Miao Village, and from the hotel, you can see the entire mountain on the west side of the village. If you continue to climb up the mountain road, you can also visit the home of the Drum Zangtou (Miao King).
There is a fragrant maple tree at the entrance of the hotel, which is said to be covered with golden leaves in autumn, extremely bright and beautiful. Although it is early spring now, and most of the leaves are still withered, it does not prevent the sunlight from coming in another bright and beautiful manner—the setting sun in the afternoon will first cast its warmth onto the platform in front of the hotel, illuminating the red carpet, the wooden tables and chairs, and the railings. If you are willing to sit in the sunshine, brew a pot of rose tea, watch the sun move bit by bit, watch the halo undulate on the opposite hillside, and see the occasional faint smoke rising from the foot of the mountain, you will feel that time is not just passing by; it is also singing and painting while it flows. Such a scene requires one to experience it quietly.
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Check in at the most cost-effective homestay in Qianhu Miao Village
A super cost-effective, out-of-the-picture homestay
The homestay is located in the middle of the scenic area, with a private viewing platform, close to the north gate, adjacent to the main street, popular attractions and internet-famous restaurants are nearby, it is super convenient for travel and food.
And the stay includes: free breakfast, tea cooking around the stove, Miao costume experience, pick-up and drop-off.
GAGE ONEAL
This homestay in Qianhu Miao Village is so photogenic!
Located in the center of the scenic area halfway up the mountain, it is a single-family house with a private viewing platform. The stay includes luggage transfer, Miao costume experience, breakfast, afternoon tea coffee, and fruit tea. The branch is located behind the museum in the center of the scenic area halfway up the mountain, not all rooms have a view. The stay includes transfer and Miao costume experience.
EnchantingExplorer
Come to visit the Qianhu Miao Village! My family all stay here!!!
The homestay is located in the center of the scenic area, halfway up the hill. It's the West Jiang Ming's Luxury Art Homestay with the scent of maple and oil painting.
It's a standalone building with a private viewing platform.
Free luggage pick-up and drop-off, breakfast, afternoon tea, and various clothing experiences are provided for guests.
There are irregular folk music parties every week.