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Preliminary preparations 🎒 Friends 👫, you need to be well-prepared for a trip to the Dongchuan Red Land. First, bring enough clothes. The temperature difference between day and night is quite significant, so you'll need both a thick coat 🧥 and stylish spring/autumn clothes to look good in photos and stay warm. Don't forget sun protection! Bring a hat 👒, sunglasses 🕶, and sunscreen. The UV rays on the plateau are strong. Comfortable sneakers 👟 are a must-have, as you'll be doing a lot of walking to see the beautiful scenery. Also, bring a power bank. There are so many beautiful sights along the way that your phone and camera will drain quickly. Don't miss any photo opportunities. Transportation Guide 🚗 1. Self-driving: If you're driving, it takes about 2–3 hours from Kunming to Dongchuan city center via Kunqu Expressway and Songdai Expressway. Then drive towards Xintian Township, following the signs to the Red Land. You can stop along the way to enjoy the surrounding scenery. It's super flexible. 2. Public transportation: After taking the high-speed train to Kunming, go to the North Bus Station and transfer to a bus 🚌 to Dongchuan. Once in Dongchuan, take a local shuttle bus to the Red Land Scenic Area. Although it's a bit of a journey, you can experience the local culture and chat with the locals along the way. It's quite interesting. Scenic Spots 📷 1. Seven-Colored Slope: This is like God's overturned palette 🎨, with red, orange, yellow, green, blue, indigo, and violet intertwined. Especially under the sunlight, the colors are vibrant and captivating. Standing on the viewing platform, any photo you take will be a masterpiece. The rolling hills in the distance complement the colorful land. It's absolutely stunning. 2. Jinxiu Garden: The view is incredibly expansive. The layered red land unfolds like a giant tapestry, and the crops 🌾 in the fields are like exquisite patterns embroidered on the carpet. Come in the early morning or evening to see the changing light and shadow cast a dreamy veil over the land. Every shot is a winner. 3. Luoxia Ravine (Sunset Ravine): As romantic as its name suggests, dusk is its highlight. The sunset glow spills into the ravine, dyeing the red land crimson, and the villages and trees are edged with gold, like a paradise on earth. Find the best viewing spot and wait quietly for the sunset, watching the light and shadow shift little by little. It's breathtakingly beautiful. Food Recommendations 😋 1. Dongchuan Potatoes: The local potatoes are a must-try. Whether it's fried potatoes 🥔, crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, sprinkled with special seasonings, or braised potatoes with rice, soft, glutinous, and sweet, with the rich aroma of potatoes, you won't forget it after just one bite. 2. Buckwheat Baba: Healthy and delicious, with the unique fragrance of buckwheat, it has a soft texture. Dip it in honey or chili sauce for a unique flavor. Have it for breakfast for a great start to your day. 3. Free-range Chicken: Free-range chicken has firm meat. The stewed soup 🥘 is rich and fragrant, and the braised chicken is even more flavorful and goes well with rice. Enjoy a pot after a day of sightseeing to instantly replenish your energy. Accommodation Recommendations 🛏 1. Guesthouses in the Red Land Scenic Area: Staying in the scenic area, you can enjoy the stunning scenery as soon as you open the window in the morning. The scenic spots are right outside your door, which is super convenient. Fall asleep to the sounds of insects and birds at night, and experience the tranquility of nature. Many guesthouses also offer local breakfast to start your day off right. 2. Hotels in Dongchuan City Center: There are many choices and complete facilities. If you want to stroll around the city center at night and enjoy food and drinks, this is a good choice. You can take a bus up the mountain the next day to enjoy the scenery. Travel Tips 💡 1. The scenery of the Red Land varies in different seasons and at different times of the day. The colors are richer in spring when the crops sprout 🌱 and in autumn when the crops are harvested. The light and shadow are most beautiful at sunrise and sunset. Plan your itinerary accordingly so you don't miss any of the highlights. 2. The locals are very simple and hospitable. If you want to take photos involving farmland crops, ask politely first, and they will be happy to help. 3. Some viewing platforms in the scenic area charge a small sanitation fee, just a few yuan. Support the maintenance of the scenic area so that the beautiful scenery can be preserved. It's worth it. Friends, pack your bags and head to the Dongchuan Red Land for a dreamy colorful journey 🌈. I believe you will fall in love with this magical land.