Real-Life "Wizard of Oz" Found Along Anhui-Tibet Route

The Anhui-Tibet Route starts in Qinglong Township, Ningguo, and ends in Caicun Town, Jingxian County, covering a 120-kilometer stretch of scenic road known as the "Jiangnan 318"! Recommended activities: - 🌊【What to Do? Wild Stream Trekking + Hidden Gems】 1️⃣ Wild Stream Trekking Near the Homestay Located in Banqiao Village! Crystal-clear mountain springs flow around your ankles, perfect for flipping stones to catch small fish, chilling watermelons, or snapping forest-themed photos📸. It feels like stepping into "The Wizard of Oz"! Even more magical after rain when mist shrouds the area. The cool water will tempt you to jump in for a swim! (Bring water shoes!) - 2️⃣ Exploring the Pristine Forest Banqiao Nature Reserve boasts a 95% forest coverage rate, with 50,000 acres of sweet chestnut trees forming a green labyrinth! Hike to discover waterfalls and caves, and if you're lucky, you might spot a troop of monkeys🐒! - 3️⃣ Moon Bay Rafting Adventure Head straight to Moon Bay after descending the mountain! Enjoy bamboo rafting and water gun battles—kids will go wild, and adults will feel like kids again. Warning: You will get wet⚠ (Bring a change of clothes!) - 🍲【What to Eat? Southern Anhui Cuisine to Delight Your Taste Buds!】 The homestay restaurant is a hidden gem! Must-try dishes: Braised Pork with Dried Bamboo Shoots (crispy and tender mountain bamboo shoots!), Old Duck Soup in a Dragon Kiln Pot (so fresh it’s unforgettable), Stir-fried Purslane (wild greens with a refreshing aroma). Snack lovers rejoice: Ningguo Baba (crispy pastry stuffed with preserved vegetables), Spicy Rice Cakes (local spicy chewy treats that are addictive!) - ⛺【Xiluohuajiantang Homestay】 This homestay is nestled by the stream in Banqiao Village, with bamboo forests visible right outside the window! ✅ Prime Location: Located in the core area of the Anhui-Tibet Route, making it super convenient to visit Taoling Bay the next day. ✅ Amazing Restaurant (as raved about earlier!) ✅ Clean rooms + terrace for stargazing✨ - 📣【Summer Exclusive Tips】 Avoid the crowds: Weekends can be extremely crowded! Plan your trip for Monday to Thursday. Packing list: Sun hat, mosquito repellent spray, water gun, water shoes, waterproof phone pouch. Hidden gem: The bald cypress wetland turns into a "red sea" in November, but in summer, the green cypress forest and bamboo rafting are equally healing. - A summer infused with mountain springs is the ultimate healing vacation! - Community Creation Center Homestay Travel Travel Photography