Blown by the wind all the way to Yelang West 🪨

Guizhou’s 20-yuan ticket to enter the Lord of the Rings Stone Kingdom! A secret spot cherished by locals Who would have thought! Spend 20 yuan on a ticket to enter a fantasy world created by an artist over 20 years✨ In a 300-acre valley, there are more than 300 stone sculpture totems, crooked ancient castles, and scattered pottery masks. Walking in feels like stumbling into a lost tribe, and every photo looks like a scene from The Lord of the Rings! 📸 Must-know photo tips for stunning shots: ▪️ Stone Array Canyon center spot: Reachable right after the downhill entrance! Stand on the riverbank for a panoramic shot, with the stone statue’s “ghost face” as the background. Wearing a red or yellow long dress maximizes contrast. ▪️ Ancient Castle Corridor: Vines wrap around stone pillars. Shoot from behind or side angles. After 4 PM, backlighting creates an epic atmosphere. ▪️ Highest Viewing Platform: Overlook the entire Stone Kingdom. The karst landscape plus stone castle panorama is breathtaking. ▪️ Miao ethnic costume bonus: Rent Miao costumes at the entrance for 50-80 yuan/hour. Silver horn headwear with an indigo dress perfectly matches the ethnic and mysterious vibe (check the condition of the clothes before renting). 🚗 Super convenient transportation: ✅ Lazy option: Metro Line 3 Tongmuling Exit D → 10 yuan taxi directly there (drivers know the way) ✅ Student option: Bus 220/255 to Dongqing South Road intersection → 2.2 km walk (shaded and not sunny along the way) ✅ Self-driving: Navigate to “Huaxi Yelang Valley,” parking 10 yuan/day 💡 Tips to avoid pitfalls: ▫️ Avoid peak times! Go before 9 AM or after 4 PM to avoid midday heat and crowds ▫️ Wear non-slip shoes! The stone paths are slippery when wet. Bring sunscreen and mosquito repellent ▫️ Few and expensive snacks in the scenic area, better to bring your own snacks and water ▫️ Book in advance on “One Code Travel Guizhou” to skip the line! Exciting nearby spots: A 10-minute taxi ride to Qingyan Ancient Town, where half a braised pig’s trotter costs 15 yuan and is incredibly tender, paired with 10 yuan silk rolls and bayberry soup—perfect for a satisfying food tour~ On the way, free cycling at Shili River Beach offers a full “Wizard of Oz” vibe! Every stone here hides the “childlike spirit” of Mr. Song. If you meet an elderly gentleman strolling, you might get some art secrets~ 20 yuan for this joy, the cost performance is unbeatable!