Chongzuo has returned, and my consumption concept has collapsed

Planning a vacation in June-July but feeling that Guilin and Xishuangbanna are too crowded? Then check out the less crowded and beautiful Chongzuo! This hidden border town enjoys spring-like weather all year round and boasts picturesque landscapes comparable to Guilin’s, so stunning that it was praised by the People’s Daily—truly a delightful surprise. Chongzuo is located in the southwest of Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, bordering Vietnam. It features unique karst landforms and rich ethnic culture. With its beautiful scenery and pleasant climate, it’s a great place for leisure and vacation. 🚶Recommended itinerary: Day 1: Detian Transnational Waterfall - Mingshi Pastoral Day 2: Longzhou Uprising Memorial Hall - Friendship Pass Day 3: Pingxiang Rosewood Culture City - Puzhai Border Trade City 🏞️Nearby attractions: 1. Detian Transnational Waterfall: Asia’s largest transnational waterfall, majestic and grand 2. Mingshi Pastoral: Typical karst landscape pastoral scenery 3. Friendship Pass: One of China’s nine famous passes, an important China-Vietnam border port 4. Longzhou Uprising Memorial Hall: Red tourism site 5. Pingxiang Rosewood Culture City: Southeast Asia’s largest rosewood trading market 💶Expense reference: 1. Tickets: Detian Waterfall 80 RMB, Mingshi Pastoral 60 RMB, Friendship Pass 42 RMB 2. Accommodation: Budget hotels 150-300 RMB/night, specialty homestays 200-500 RMB/night 3. Dining: 40-80 RMB per person per meal 4. Transportation: Starting taxi fare in the city 7 RMB, chartered tours about 300-500 RMB/day 🍱Food recommendations: 1. Zhuang Bamboo Tube Rice: Specialty rice cooked in fresh bamboo 2. Sour Soup Fish: Local specialty with a sour and spicy flavor 3. Five-Color Glutinous Rice: Traditional Zhuang cuisine 4. Vietnamese Rice Rolls: Border specialty snack 5. Roasted Suckling Pig: Local famous dish with crispy skin and tender meat 🏨Accommodation recommendations: 1. Hotels near Detian Waterfall Scenic Area: Convenient for visiting the waterfall 2. Mingshi Pastoral Homestay: Experience pastoral life 3. Hotels in Pingxiang City: Convenient transportation 4. Inns near Friendship Pass: Experience borderland atmosphere 📌Notes: 1. Carry ID documents in border areas 2. Best viewing period for Detian Waterfall is June to October 3. Respect local ethnic minority customs 4. Take sun protection and heat prevention in summer 5. Verify authenticity when purchasing rosewood and other goods 6. Vietnam one-day tours require advance procedures