Quick Look! The Stunning Chishui Danxia Waterfalls in Zunyi

Chishui Danxia Waterfall Full Guide: Exploring the Beauty of the Wild Chishui Danxia is one of the most beautiful Danxia landforms in China, with stunning waterfalls and magnificent red cliffs. This guide will help you avoid the crowds and appreciate the unique charm of the "City of a Thousand Waterfalls." Must-See Waterfalls 1. Chishui Waterfall: Larger in scale than Huangguoshu Waterfall, it is 76m high and 80m wide. In the high-water season, it is magnificent, and rainbows often appear below the waterfall. You can take amazing portrait shots at the huge rocks of Dragon Girl Pool. 2. Sidonggou Waterfall Cluster: You can take a bamboo raft through the Water Curtain Cave and walk to see the four major waterfalls. You can jump into the water and swim at Bailongtan Waterfall. Remember to bring a change of clothes. 3. Yanziyan Waterfall: Hanging on the Danxia cliffs, take the cable car or walk along the plank road through the water mist for a cool summer escape. Hiking Routes 1. Foguangyan Loop: Known as the crown of the world's Danxia landforms, the rock walls reflect golden Buddha light from 2pm to 4pm. The entire journey is 5 km long, and it is recommended to bring hiking poles. 2. Hongshiye Valley Stream Trekking: Look for wild waterfalls in the Alsophila spinulosa canyon, with red Danxia stones everywhere. It is more convenient to wear stream tracing shoes. 3. Bing'an Ancient Town to Yangjiayan Waterfall: Start from the ancient town, cross the forest, and explore the waterfall behind the cave. Photography Tips Go early to photograph the morning mist of Shizhangdong, take aerial shots of the Foguangyan red cliffs and the sea of clouds, and use an ND filter to shoot slow-motion flowing water in Sidonggou. Featured Cuisine Don't miss the Tong Tong roasted pork knuckles in Bing'an Ancient Town, Chishui Douhua grilled fish, and Panda bamboo shoot feast. Useful Guide 1. Transportation: It is a 3-hour drive from Chongqing and Guiyang, or you can take the high-speed train to Zunyi and then transfer to a bus. 2. Accommodation: The farmhouses in Shizhangdong Scenic Area and the stilted houses in Bing'an Ancient Town are very distinctive. 3. Tips: The waterfalls are spectacular from May to September, but the mountain roads are slippery. Buying a combo ticket is more cost-effective. 2-Day Itinerary Day 1: Chishui Waterfall - Yanziyan Cliffside Path - Bing'an Ancient Town Day 2: Sidonggou - Foguangyan - Hongshiye Valley Chishui Danxia, a perfect collision of waterfalls and Danxia landforms, grab your guide and go!