This is the city I love, and I regret not discovering it sooner!

As a travel blogger, I stumbled upon the journey to Chongzuo, this charming border town, by chance. As soon as I stepped out of the train station, I was immediately captivated by the city's natural beauty and tranquil atmosphere. Chongzuo sketches the ideal picture in my mind of 'settling down in a city for life' with its ink-painting-like pastoral scenery, mountains surrounding magnificent views, cascading waterfalls, and low cost of living. During my time in Chongzuo, it felt as if time stood still, and all worries dissipated with the breeze between the mountains and waters. I found that no matter how deep the sorrow, one can find healing power between the mountains and waters of Chongzuo. If one cannot completely let go of the burdens in their heart in one visit, then come again, until the soul is completely released. Now, I want to share my Chongzuo self-driving tour route with everyone, hoping you can follow in my footsteps and experience this tranquility and beauty. **Chongzuo 3 Days 2 Nights Self-Driving Tour Route:** **Day 1:** - Depart from Chongzuo South Station, rent a car to start our adventure. - The first stop is the spectacular Detian Cross-Border Waterfall Group, where the bamboo rafting experience is unforgettable. - In the afternoon, we head to Mingshi Pastoral, where the sunset is like a scene from a painting, and we stay overnight here (budget about 200-300 yuan). **Day 2:** - Leave Mingshi Pastoral in the early morning, drive to the ancient Long Gorge and Sandiequan Waterfall, and feel the natural wonders. - Arrive at Tongling Grand Canyon at noon, enjoy the freshness and excitement of rainforest hiking. - In the afternoon, reach Aibu Waterfall, then head to Goose Spring, where the sunset is also not to be missed, and stay overnight here (budget about 100-200 yuan). **Day 3:** - Leave Goose Spring early in the morning, head to the culturally rich Jiuzhou Ancient Town, which has a rich history and traditional handicrafts. - In the afternoon, go to Longyang Sinkhole, and if time permits, you can also visit Jianlong Mountain. - After the exploration, return to Chongzuo South Station, choose the time to leave according to the high-speed rail schedule or stay one more night (budget about 100-200 yuan). Below are my personal recommendations for attractions: 1. **Detian Cross-Border Waterfall**: Around June, during the high water period, the waterfall is most spectacular, and the rapids beneath the bamboo rafts are endlessly thrilling. 2. **Mingshi Pastoral**: Here, my understanding of 'being unaccustomed to the conventional and naturally loving the hills and mountains' was redefined. Under the sunset, sitting on a bamboo raft, surrounded by picturesque mountains and waters, it feels like being in a fairyland. 3. **Goose Spring**: The water is clear to the bottom, the fried fish in the lake is delicious and affordable, and bamboo rafting only costs 10 yuan per person. 4. **Longyang Sinkhole**: Located near Baise Jingxi, the natural scenery here makes one feel as if they are in a painting. The round-trip hike takes about 3 hours, remember to bring a walking stick and enough water, and take sun protection measures. 5. **Jiuzhou Ancient Town**: Known as the 'town of hydrangeas', it has not been overly commercialized yet, and it is free to enter after 6 pm, making it a great place for photography. In addition to the above recommendations, the rafting in the ancient Long Gorge and the rainforest hiking in Tongling Grand Canyon during the high water period are unforgettable experiences. I hope everyone will share more fun places in the comments section, and let us explore the beauty of Chongzuo together! I wish everyone a trip to Chongzuo filled with laughter and surprises, and I look forward to your wonderful stories!