The off-season in Xingyi is over, but I really don't recommend going in July and August because...

Summer in Xingyi is simply an ideal paradise on earth! Here you have the gentle peak forest, the majestic canyon, and the lively night market. This July, let's encounter the beauty of Xingyi together. 🚗 Transportation Guide ✈️ Xingyi Wanfenglin Airport: Many cities have direct flights here. After landing, you can take a taxi to the city or scenic spots, about 20 minutes away. 🚌 City Bus: There are routes directly to scenic spots, but the frequency is low and the schedule is not very flexible. 🚖 Taxi: Starting fare is 6 yuan, about 20 yuan from the city to Wanfenglin, about 15 yuan to Maling River, very convenient for travel. 🌅 Itinerary Day 1: Arrive in Xingyi - Wanfenglin - Xingguangli Night Market Morning: After arriving in Xingyi, go to the hotel to drop off your luggage and rest a bit. Noon: Head to Wanfenglin and have egg fried rice at Na Hui Village near the scenic area. I recommend Jianping egg fried rice, 15 yuan for a big bowl, incredibly delicious. Afternoon: Rent an electric scooter (40 yuan/day) and ride among the peak forest, take the rice field small train (20 yuan/person), and experience a summer straight out of a Miyazaki animation. You can also visit the Hanfu photo spot "Zhongxing Pengyue" to check in and take beautiful photos under the blessing tree. Evening: Go to Xingguangli Night Market to eat lamb noodles, Chongchong cake, grilled tofu, and drink chilled glutinous rice wine. Dance the bamboo pole dance with Buyei aunties while tipsy—super fun. Day 2: Maling River Canyon - Jilong Castle - Return Morning: Visit Maling River Canyon to feel the shock of the "Earth's most beautiful scar." For thrill-seekers, try rafting (180 yuan/person), 6 km with a 148-meter drop, super exciting. Remember to bring a waterproof bag and sandals. Noon: Try Buyei sour bamboo shoot beef hotpot, sour and spicy enough, about 40 yuan per person to eat until full. Afternoon: Go to Jilong Castle, free to view from afar. Use a drone to shoot and instantly become a fairy tale princess. Sunset here is super romantic. 🎯 Must-Visit Attractions 1. Wanfenglin: Open 8:00 - 18:00. Known as the "World Wonder" stamped by Xu Xiake, with over ten thousand conical peaks paired with lush green rice fields, breathtakingly beautiful. 2. Maling River Canyon: Open 8:00 - 17:00. Deep canyon with hundreds of waterfalls cascading down, canyon rafting is super thrilling. 3. Jilong Castle: Free to view from afar, a European-style castle in the middle of the lake, like stepping into "Harry Potter." Drone shots are amazing. 4. Na Hui Village: Free entry, Buyei stilt houses, intangible cultural heritage wax dyeing experience, and a handicraft market where you can find cheap embroidered pieces. 5. Xingguangli Night Market: Open 18:00 - 24:00, a food paradise. Must-eat lamb noodles, Chongchong cake, grilled fish. 6. Wanfeng Lake: Take a boat to explore the islands in the lake, with clear water reflecting the strange peaks, also known as the "wild fishing paradise." 🍜 Local Food 1. Lamb noodles: The soul is the mint leaf in the broth, lamb slices are thin enough to be translucent. One slurp of noodles wakes up the whole street. 2. Chongchong cake: Five-colored glutinous rice cake soaked in brown sugar water, soft and stretchy, a favorite for those with a sweet tooth. 3. Sour bamboo shoot beef: Sour bamboo shoot hotpot with yellow beef, sour and spicy, even stronger than snail noodles. 4. Brush head dumplings: Bamboo shoot diced shumai, dipped in chili water, bursting with juice in one bite, a must-have breakfast. 5. Egg fried rice: A combination of pork cracklings and pickled chili, so fragrant even the neighbor’s dog comes to scratch the door. 🏨 Accommodation Recommendations 1. Fengxi Banshan Homestay: Terrace facing Wanfenglin, soak in the bath while stargazing, and they serve Buyei broom breakfast. 2. Fukang International Hotel: Located in the city center, 10 minutes walk to the night market, with a super large and comfortable bathtub. 💡 Tips 1. July in Xingyi is rainy, remember to bring rain gear. 2. You might get wet after rafting in Maling River Canyon, bring a change of clothes. 3. Don’t forget sunscreen, the UV rays are quite strong. 4. Some scenic spots have many mosquitoes, bring mosquito repellent spray. 5. Student and senior IDs offer ticket discounts, remember to bring them. Xingyi is truly a treasure, with few people, beautiful scenery, and low costs. This July, come here to escape the heat and have fun!