Step into Yichang Chaibuxi and Encounter the Green Fairyland at 30°N Latitude

"Zhangjiajie in the south, Chaibuxi in the north." The Chaibuxi Grand Canyon Scenic Area in Yichang is located in the eastern part of Wufeng Tujia Autonomous County, boasting 81% forest coverage that makes it a natural oxygen bar. With an average summer temperature of around 22°C, it's an ideal destination for summer retreats. Here are the detailed highlights: Overview • Location: Situated in Changleping Town, Wufeng Tujia Autonomous County, Yichang City, Hubei Province. The canyon exit is 5 km from Yuyangguan Town (the eastern gateway of Wufeng County) and borders Qingjiang River in Changyang to the north. • Area & Landscape: Covering 60 sq km, it features rare karst landforms and typical canyon peak forest scenery, with four major landscape types: cliff stone forests, secluded valleys with clear streams, pristine ecology, and Tujia ethnic culture. • Honors: A national AAAA-level scenic spot renowned as "A Unique Wonder in Central China." Natural Landscapes • Towering Peaks: The area is dotted with graceful peaks like the Divine Brush Peak and Holy Water Guanyin, forming a majestic panorama of "a hundred-mile secluded gorge with three thousand spectacular peaks." • Deep Canyons: Chaibuxi is a ribbon-like grand canyon with dense stone forests and towering cliffs on both sides, offering tranquil walks through nature's embrace. • Cascading Waterfalls: Numerous silver-glinting waterfalls add dynamic beauty to the landscape under sunlight. Cultural Experiences • Ethnic Culture: Features intangible heritage displays like Nanqu music, Daliaozi percussion, and bamboo weaving, plus the Tujia "Mountain-Calling Ceremony." Visitors can enjoy folk performances and try Tujia brocade weaving. • Local Cuisine: Savor authentic Tujia dishes such as Tujia Steamed Pork Griddle, Hanging Pot Banquet, Fern Cake with Bacon, grilled fish, and highland baby potatoes. • Unique Activities: Ride a 360° transparent glass cable car, watch Tujia cultural shows, heritage demonstrations, and the musical "Seven Fairies of Tea Mountain." • Accommodations: Options include Huan Mountain Cloud Residence Hotel (at Dawankou entrance with mountain/cloud views) and Shixi Homestay (smart-home equipped in Maozhuang Village). Travel Tips • Opening Hours: 07:30-17:30 • Tickets: Entry ¥90 (free with Hui Min Card); Combo ticket (entry + round-trip cable car + shuttle) ¥170. • Transport: Drive to "Chaibuxi Grand Canyon Scenic Area" or "Dawankou Scenic Area." By public transport: Take HSR to Yichang East Station, transfer to intercity bus to Yuyangguan Station, then taxi to Chaibuxi.