When the sound waves of the concert collide with the poetry of mountains and rivers

As the melody of "Bubble" fades into the night sky, Guiyang's mountains, rivers, and fireworks are ready to embark on another healing journey. This city, known as the "Summer Capital of China," is never just a fleeting stop on a travel list—it is an encore after the concert, a gentle surprise hidden in the heart of Southwest China. 🌿 When the morning mountain mist drifts over last night’s stage The Olympic Sports Center still carries the lingering echoes of "Light Years Away" in the early hours. Before the morning light fully breaks, head straight to Qianling Park. Monkeys leap through the forest, the bell of Hongfu Temple drifts with the mountain mist, and the concert’s last night frenzy is gently transformed by the 22°C breeze into a soft prelude. Climb up to Kanzhu Pavilion, and the whole city stretches out in greenery—Guiyang’s romance is the seamless switch between a rock concert and a thousand-year-old forest. 🏯 Qingyan Ancient Town: Fireworks stories beneath 600-year-old city walls A 40-minute drive from downtown, the cobblestone streets of Qingyan Ancient Town tell you what "time in slow motion" means. The Ming and Qing dynasty Tunpu architecture is covered in moss, an old woman at the corner kneads rose sugar, and the air is filled with the fresh aroma of sour soup fish. Watch the sunset from Dingguangmen City Wall, where the evening glow gilds the stone walls, as if hearing the horn calls of border guards from six hundred years ago overlapping with the fading notes of "Full Stop" from last night—this is Guiyang’s gentle B-side. 🍜 Night Market Scene: The sour and spicy universe on your tongue The lights of Erqi Road Snack Street are another "concert" of Guiyang’s nightlife. The thin pancakes of Siwa rolls are filled with 20 kinds of toppings, drizzled with spicy chili sauce, and the sour and spicy flavors explode on your tongue; grilled brain paired with fish mint is a "heavy-flavor romance" only locals understand; then have a bowl of rose ice jelly to cool the spice while letting the sweetness linger in your throat. If you dare to challenge yourself, try Changwang noodles—crispy sausage and blood curd roll in spicy soup, much like the passionate rhythm of a concert scene. 📚 Hidden Corners: Artistic Easter eggs tucked in the city Don’t miss Zhongshuge Bookstore at Huaguoyuan, where the spiral bookshelves resemble a magical cave, sunlight streaming through the glass ceiling onto the pages, as if stepping into the magical world of "Harry Potter." In the evening, row a boat on Qianling Lake and watch the sunset dye the lake golden red, with the silhouette of Jiaxiu Tower outlined in the dusk—Guiyang is not only full of lively scenes but also poetry hidden within the concrete jungle. 🌧️ Practical Tips: A summer escape guide in the rain alleys - Weather magic: Guiyang is rainy in late May, bring a light jacket and a folding umbrella; Qingyan Ancient Town in the rain has a Jiangnan charm; - Transportation tip: It takes about 20 minutes by taxi from the Olympic Sports Center to Qianling Mountain; city attractions are concentrated, perfect for short visits during "concert breaks"; - Hidden activities: If time allows, visit Tianhetan to see waterfalls and karst caves, or explore Yelang Valley’s "Stone Castle" to experience Guiyang’s natural wild charm.