The people of Maoming sure know how to keep a secret!! Hiding such a beautiful place and not telling anyone!!!

Guangdong! I've truly struck gold! A severely underrated highland village! 🌄 Following the GPS, driving through winding mountain roads, I almost thought we were heading deep into the wilderness... But upon entering the village—wow! It's like a real-life Peach Blossom Spring! Standing at the hotel's vantage point, the layered mountain ranges are absolutely breathtaking! 📸 Few tourists but stunning scenery, perfect for photos! Super relaxing for families with kids~ 📍 This is Ma'an Bamboo Sea in Xinyi, Maoming About 4 hours drive from Shenzhen | About 3 hours from Guangzhou Here’s my tested 3-day, 2-night itinerary, with handy tips—come copy my homework! 👇 Day 1: 🏡 Stay at Banshan Yunju Hotel 🏨 One of the best hotels in the Bamboo Sea with an unbeatable location! Almost every room offers spectacular mountain and village views! Spacious, comfy rooms, plus private soaking tubs! 🧖‍♀️ 1️⃣ Rooftop infinity pool: A must-visit! Facing endless mountains, the view is unreal—perfect for photos! 2️⃣ Explore the Bamboo Sea village: The hotel shuttle takes you to Green Forest Square Green Forest Square: The visitor center is here—try local specialties (plum wine is great! 🍶) Fushan Boardwalk: Wander deep into the village, climb for panoramic views—scenic and photogenic! Bamboo Sea Trail: A serene bamboo path, ideal for a peaceful stroll. Dinner 🥣 Ma'an Country Kitchen’s all-bamboo feast—authentic rural cuisine So delicious! Must-tries: bamboo-tube rice, bamboo-tube fish, and especially the bamboo-tube chicken—I devoured three bowls of rice! 🍚 Day 2: 🥣 Breakfast: The hotel’s buffet has plenty of options Fuel up for a day of exploring! 1️⃣ Ma'an Bamboo Sea’s highest viewpoint pavilion: On the way down (toward Lihua Valley & Shanshui Shuanghe) Parking available, short walk up—wide-open views! Stay at Huajian Anfanli Hotel 🏨 Booked a deluxe river-view room Balcony with a swing chair—watching the river flow is pure bliss 🎋 2️⃣ Lihua Valley + Shanshui Shuanghe: Lihua Valley: Feels like "Maoming’s mini-Jiuzhaigou," with stunning waterfalls! 💦 Shanshui Shuanghe: Quaint bridges and streams—serene and picturesque. Drive directly to "Lihua Valley Service Center" Parking and charging stations available 🔋 Buy a combo ticket (entry + shuttle) The driver stops at each spot for ~10 mins Total tour: ~1 hour—easy even with kids! Day 3: Sleep in Enjoy the buffet breakfast Time to head back 💯 ⚠️ Tips: 1️⃣ Layer up: Higher altitude means chilly mornings/evenings—pack a light jacket! 🧥 2️⃣ Drive carefully: Some mountain roads are one-way! ⚠️ Go slow and watch for oncoming traffic. 3️⃣ Bug spray: Pristine nature = more bugs—bring repellent/patches! 🦟