Xiaoqikong in Libo｜Guizhou’s “Emerald” Wonderland

Hi～this is “Summer Sparkling Water,” a travel lover💦 Just finished the trip to Xiaoqikong in Libo, Guizhou, and immediately put together this super detailed guide! This secret land, known as the “Emerald on the Earth’s Belt,” is truly breathtakingly beautiful✨ --- 📍 Address: Xiaoqikong Scenic Area, Libo County, Qiannan Prefecture, Guizhou Province ⏰ Opening Hours: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM (may extend during peak season) 🎫 Tickets: ▪️ Ticket + Sightseeing Bus 170 RMB ▪️ Discounts for students/seniors, remember to bring ID! 📅 Recommended Visit Duration: 1 day (the scenic area is large, start early) --- 🚶‍♀️ Recommended Route (Effort-saving version from west to east): Enter from West Gate → Wolong Pool → Cuigu Waterfall → Water Forest → Stone Forest → Xiaoqikong Ancient Bridge → Exit East Gate --- 📸 Must-visit Highlights: 1️⃣ Wolong Pool ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ The lake is as blue as a Tiffany gem! It’s most beautiful in the early morning mist, highly recommend heading straight here for stunning fairyland shots～ 👉 tip: There is a drifting activity by the pool (50 RMB/person), leisurely boating is super relaxing! 2️⃣ Cuigu Waterfall ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Filming location for “Bear Grylls Adventures”! The waterfall cascades down through lush greenery, you can get close to play in the water, perfect for a refreshing summer splash💦 3️⃣ Water Forest ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Unique karst landscape, stone steps winding through the stream, remember to wear non-slip sandals! Sunlight filtering through leaves creates beautiful light spots, perfect for photos～ 4️⃣ Xiaoqikong Ancient Bridge ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A seven-arch stone bridge built during the Qing Daoguang era, with emerald pool water and vines in the background. Wearing Hanfu or a plain long dress makes for amazing photos! Best to shoot portraits in the soft afternoon light. --- 🍃 Hidden Tips: ▪️ Get up early to be the first into the scenic area, you can capture the ancient bridge and morning mist without crowds ▪️ Bring some small bread pieces to feed the transparent little fish near Wolong Pool ▪️ Few shops inside the scenic area, bring your own water and snacks to recharge --- 🚌 Transportation Guide: ✅ From Guiyang: 1. About 3.5 hours by car 2. Take a bus from Guiyang Bus Station to Libo, then transfer by bus/taxi to the scenic area ✅ From Libo County: Taxi about 30 minutes, or take bus No. 11 directly --- 💡 Notes: ▪️ Wear comfortable non-slip shoes! Some paths are slippery ▪️ Prepare mosquito repellent and sunscreen in summer, bring a lightweight raincoat (weather can change) ▪️ Signal is weak inside the scenic area, download offline maps in advance --- 🏡 Accommodation Suggestions: ▪️ For early visits, choose guesthouses near the West or East Gate of the scenic area ▪️ To explore night markets and enjoy local food, stay in Libo County and visit “Libo Ancient Town” at night for tofu pudding, grilled fish, and sour soup beef! --- 🌿 Final Thoughts: Every step here feels like walking inside a landscape painting, the sounds of waterfalls, flowing water, and birdsong… a rare white noise therapy in the city. If you’re tired, come to Xiaoqikong and take a breath of the “Emerald Wonderland”～ 📌 Save this guide and check it anytime before your trip! 👇 Leave your questions in the comments, I’ll reply to all～