A hidden gem in Hubei featured on CCTV! Drive across the internet-famous floating bridge

🌉【Xuan'en Travel Guide】A hidden wonderland nestled in western Hubei, where stilt houses meet a trendy floating bridge! Xuan'en boasts the shimmering beauty of the Xianshan Gongshui River and the authentic Tujia culture of Pengjiazhai Village. Follow this guide to unlock limited-time early summer adventures~ 📸【Must-See Attractions】 1️⃣ Xianshan Gongshui Scenic Area (Best spot for night views) ✨ After 6:30 pm, thousands of lanterns illuminate the riverbanks. Take a bamboo raft through the misty waters, and you'll feel like you've stepped into a fantasy drama. On Fridays and Saturdays, there are also Tujia hand-waving dance flash mobs! The second floor of the riverside cafe offers stunning panoramic photo ops~ 2️⃣ Shiziguan Floating Bridge (Drive on water) 🚗 Drive your car across the 800-meter "water ribbon" and feel the splash of water as you roll down the windows! Arrive before 8:00 am for the best experience. Aerial photography of the S-shaped bridge shrouded in morning mist creates a magical effect. 3️⃣ Pengjiazhai Stilt Houses (Living museum) 🏮 25 Ming and Qing Dynasty stilt houses showcase the ingenuity of the Tujia people. For just ¥20, learn to weave Xilankapu from local grandmothers. Enjoy bamboo tube rice wine paired with the folk song "Dragon Boat Tune." Capture the healing beauty of the distant terraced fields framed by wooden windows. 4️⃣ Wujiatai Tea Plantation (Forest-themed photo spot) 🌱 Ascend the Gongcha Culture Corridor and witness rows of tea plants stretching like green waves to the horizon! From April to May, experience tea picking and green tea roasting. At the glass teahouse on the mountaintop, savor a cup of "Xuan'en Early," a tea bursting with the freshness of spring. 🍲【Flavors of Xuan'en】 🔥 Head to Xinglong Old Street for late-night snacks: Enjoy a filling bowl of spicy Hezha with corn rice at Yang Jie Hezha Shop for just ¥5! At the riverside night market, don't miss the charcoal-grilled Diaozi fish, with crispy skin and flaky white meat. Hidden menu: Tujia oil tea soup with glutinous rice cakes, a savory and chewy delight! 🛏️【Accommodation Guide】 ▫️By the Xianshan Gongshui River: Qingmo Inn (270° river view rooms, perfect for capturing the light show without the crowds) ▫️Hidden in Pengjiazhai: Mochong Shanju (Renovated stilt houses, wake up to misty bamboo forests) ▫️Budget-friendly option: Lavande Hotel Xuan'en County (5-minute walk to the musical fountain) 🚗【Transportation Tips】 ✔️ Take the high-speed train to Enshi Station → transfer to the scenic spot shuttle bus (1.5-hour direct ride) ✔️ For self-driving, take the Anlai Expressway. Be cautious on the Shiziguan section, which has many curves. ✔️ Shared electric scooters are readily available in the county. Enjoy a romantic evening ride along the Gongshui River. 💡【Early Summer Specials】 From June to August, the rice paddies in Pengjiazhai enter the filling stage, resembling a watercolor painting in the morning mist. Every Saturday at 8:00 pm, the Gongshui River musical fountain puts on a rainbow water show. Don't forget your waterproof phone case!