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Guiyang's Hidden Gem|This Strange Stone Kingdom is So Photogenic!

Guiyang's Mysterious Tribe! Explore the Real-Life "Stone Kingdom"🪨 Yelang Valley is like a huge exotic castle, with surprises around every corner, as if you've instantly traveled to the magical world of ancient Yelang Kingdom✨ 👀 The stone statues here are just too cute! At first glance, they seem "adorably ugly," but the more you look, the more they resemble lively emoji faces🤪 Warm Sister imitating the stone statue expressions was so much fun hhh (Suggest bringing kids along, you’ll definitely get tons of emoji material!) 📸 Exclusive Photography Tips! 👗 Outfit suggestion: Wear ethnic-style or plain long dresses, they match perfectly with the stone fortress 📱 Shooting tip: Use a wide-angle lens for breathtaking panoramic shots! ⏰ Recommended time: Visit in the afternoon during summer off-peak hours for fewer crowds and better photos 👶 Kid tip: Not recommended to bring strollers, there are quite a few steps~ 🚶 Playtime: About 1 hour is just right 🔍 What to do nearby? 👉 Qingyan Ancient Town (5km) 👉 Shili School (3km) 👉 Huaxi Park (4km) All great spots within a 10-minute drive! 📍 Practical Information Address: Yelang Valley Scenic Area, Huaxi District, Guiyang City Ticket: 20 RMB/person, half price for students Hours: 08:30-19:30 (last entry at 18:30) 🏡 Accommodation Recommendation 【Sanxin Courtyard Slow Life Space Homestay】 🚗 10 minutes by car from Yelang Valley 🌲 Floor-to-ceiling window mountain view rooms are amazing! Open the curtains in the morning to embrace the entire mountain view🍃 Fall asleep at night accompanied by cicadas’ singing, super soothing💤 🍴 Food Bonus The homestay’s vegetarian noodles are absolutely delicious! All ingredients are freshly picked and made on the spot~ Picked a peach before leaving, sweet to the heart💕 Explore the Stone Kingdom by day, enjoy slow mountain life by night Such a hidden gem experience in Guiyang is simply delightful~
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Posted: Aug 23, 2025
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