The No. 1 Shrine Under Heaven – Xianghuoyan Shrine

Kaiyang is located in Guiyang, Guizhou Province. It is a place with beautiful natural scenery and rich ethnic customs, making it very suitable for tourists who love landscapes and outdoor activities. Here are some recommendations for beautiful scenery, delicious food, fun places, and cost-effective accommodation: --- ### **Recommended Scenery** 1. **Nanjiang Grand Canyon** - Known for its karst landforms, the canyon is deep and secluded, with waterfalls cascading down, suitable for hiking and rafting (best in summer). - Ticket price: Approximately CNY 68 (including sightseeing bus). 2. **Zijiang Ground Seam** - A pristine ecological secret place with clear streams and unique rocks, suitable for photography and adventure. - Ticket price: Free (not fully developed, it is recommended to travel in groups). 3. **Ten Mile Gallery** - Pastoral scenery along the Qinglong River, with rapeseed flowers in spring and golden rice waves in autumn, perfect for cycling or driving. - Recommended attractions: Shuitou Village, Matou Ancient Village (Buyi ethnic customs). 4. **Xianghuoyan Scenic Area** - High forest coverage, with natural karst caves and waterfalls, suitable for summer retreats. --- ### **Recommended Food** 1. **Kaiyang Selenium-Rich Food** - The local soil is rich in selenium, and the agricultural products are very healthy. Recommendations: - **Selenium-Rich Tea**: Fragrant and sweet, can be used as a souvenir. - **Selenium-Rich Potatoes**: Roasted potatoes or potato cakes are very fragrant. - Restaurant recommendation: "Xiwei Farmhouse" in the county town, CNY 30–50 per person. 2. **Sour Soup Fish/Sour Soup Beef** - Guizhou specialty, sour and spicy appetizer, recommended "Nanjiang Grand Canyon Farmhouse" freshly caught river fish. 3. **Siwawa** - Guiyang snack, dough skin wrapped in vegetables dipped in sour and spicy sauce, can be tasted at Kaiyang Night Market. --- ### **Fun Experiences** 1. **Rafting & Stream Tracing** - Nanjiang Grand Canyon rafting (open in summer), exciting and cool. 2. **Buyi Ethnic Village Tour** - Shuitou Village has traditional stilt houses, where you can experience winemaking and mochi pounding. 3. **Camping and Stargazing** - There are campsites near Zijiang Ground Seam or Ten Mile Gallery, and the night sky is extremely beautiful. --- ### **Recommended Budget Accommodation** 1. **Nanjiang Grand Canyon Farmhouse** - There are many farmhouses near the scenic area, clean and affordable, about CNY 80–120/night, including breakfast and dinner. 2. **Kaiyang County Economic Hotel** - Such as "7 Days Hotel" and "City Comfort Inn", the price is CNY 100–150/night, and the transportation is convenient. 3. **Youth Hostel/Homestay** - There are characteristic homestays around the Ten Mile Gallery, such as "Qingding Pavilion", with beds around CNY 50. --- ### **Tips** 1. Transportation: Guiyang Jinyang Bus Station has a direct bus to Kaiyang (1.5 hours). You can charter a car or take a township bus from the county town to the scenic spots. 2. Season: Spring, summer, and autumn are the best, winter is cold but there are fewer tourists. 3. Budget: You can have a very comfortable time playing for an average of CNY 150–200 per day in the off-season. I hope you have a great time in Kaiyang and experience the mountains, rivers, and ethnic customs of Guizhou! If you need a more detailed route plan, you can ask me again~