#Wanfeng Lake Travel Recommendations for 2024 (Updated in Jun)
#3 of Best Things to Do in Xingyi
Lakes
Address:
Wanfeng Lake, China
Opening times:
Open today at 08:00-18:00Opening Soon
Recommended sightseeing time:
1-2 hour
Phone:
0859-3344008
## There are Wanfeng Lake outside Wanfeng Forest. Lake Wanfeng, the most southwestern, landscape painting. Two seas in Dali, Yunnan, and 76 in West Lake, Hangzhou. On the blue waters of the boat, people are in the middle of the painting. "It is not the Lijiang River, it is better than the Lijiang River." Among them, a section of the river is narrowed, and the mountains and rivers on both sides are continuous. The two mountains in the gorge rise from the water. The cliffs on both sides of the river are winding, the rivers are winding and winding, and the blue waves are rippling. "One fold of Qingshan has a screen, and one bay has a piano." Three Gorges. Beautiful. The most interesting thing is that the holes on the banks of the two banks are hidden secrets. It is the treasure hole of the local Tibetan treasure. In winter, the water surface drops 30 meters. Below, you can start raising sheep, and they climb to the mountains to drop the rope from the top of the mountain. Find a cave that you feel is hidden to hide your baby. However, I am curious as to what should I do if I can't find my own hidden cave or if I accidentally find someone else's baby? # Discover the beauty of the southwestern mountainous area##
sunnie.
Guizhou Self-driving 🪄 The moment the castle lights up, it feels like there really is a magic academy
Among the clouds and rivers of Yunnan and Sichuan, I have visited many times
Only Guizhou has not been unlocked by me
Some time ago, I flew to Guizhou especially for the Hundred Miles Azalea
And I arranged a trip to Xingyi as well
Just to take a look at this castle standing on the water
The Chinese version of 'Swan Castle'
🏨 This castle is called Jilong Fort
It is actually a tourist resort
There is also a resort hotel nearby
Staying inside, you can visit the interior of Jilong Fort for free
External visitors need to pay a 60 yuan ticket
📷 Personally, I think it's enough to just look at the exterior
The aerial view is the best
The best viewing/aerial photography spot can be navigated to the nearby 'Hong Chun Village'
Be careful not to drive to the end of the village
That's already at the bottom of the mountain
Because this area is within the airport height restriction zone of 120 meters
So the takeoff height is very important
You can stop along the way to the village at the higher roadside for aerial photography
🌃 The lighting time at night is 7:30
This season is not very friendly, it's almost completely dark when the lights are on
Already missed the blue hour
Summer will be more beautiful, and the water level will be higher than it is now
There are also many nearby places to visit
You can go to the newly opened Fenglin Buyi Scenic Area
Because the rapeseed flowers of Wanfenglin have already withered
So I didn't go this time
Instead, I stayed at Wanfeng Lake for one night
I stayed at Fengxi Cave Homestay, the scenery is incredibly beautiful!
The distance from Xingyi city center is about a 50-minute drive
ASHLYN WATERS
The only lake castle in China, Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry
Magical Guizhou has always had many unique buildings🗺
Xingyi, Guizhou, is one of the representatives
The lake castle is known as the Chinese version of Neuschwanstein Castle
Surrounded by karst topography
Standing alone in the middle of Wanfeng Lake
Connected only by a bridge
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📍Location
Xingyi City, Guizhou Province Tourist Resort
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🎫Ticket
60 yuan per person, parking fee 10 yuan
There are also separate charges for cruise boats, zip-lining, and other activities
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🚘Transportation
Currently, the most convenient way is to drive to the lakeside, a few minutes' walk will get you to the castle
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📝Tips
1⃣️Currently, there are roads in three directions of the castle, allowing you to take photos from different angles
2⃣️The signal is weak in the mountains, be very careful when using drones, safety first
3⃣️You can go upstairs in the castle for a visit, take great photos on the staircase, and even enjoy an afternoon tea
4⃣️There are many other fun things to do in Xingyi, for more details please refer to the previous note
ALLYSON BUCHANAN
Visited the picturesque place | Wanfeng Lake
| Wanfeng Lake. 🌿 Under the sunlight, Wanfeng Lake shimmers with sparkling waves,
A gentle breeze blows,
Stars ripple across the lake surface,
The reeds sway with the wind,
The ancient castle in the morning light,
I can gaze at it for a very long time
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LoganSimmons.92
Wanfeng Lake, a breathtakingly beautiful gem of my hometown
🌄 Wanfeng Lake, a breathtakingly beautiful gem of my hometown 🌄
You are just too beautiful, I am rendered speechless by the beauty of my hometown every day. In such scenery, I could daydream all day long! :national_park:
Destination: Wanfeng Lake
This is the jewel of my hometown, Wanfeng Lake, known as the painter's palette. The lake is emerald green, surrounded by mountains, as if entering a fairyland.
🌟 Fun Spots:
The beauty of sunrise and sunset: The sunrise and sunset at Wanfeng Lake are comparable to a fairyland, with the lake shimmering and the mountains reflecting a colorful sky.
Boating on the lake: Rent a small boat, roam the lake, quietly enjoy the lake and mountains, and feel the tranquility.
Hiking in the mountains: The mountain trails wind upwards, overlooking the lake and mountains, refreshing the spirit.
🎒 Preparations before departure:
🕶️ Sunglasses: The lake and mountains are beautiful, but the sunlight is also quite strong.
🧢 Hat: Sun protection and shade, more comfortable for travel.
🎒 Backpack: Carry items conveniently for walking and boating.
📸 Camera: Capture beautiful moments, freeze the lake and mountains.
💡 Tips:
Windy on the lake: Pay attention to the strong winds on the lake when boating, and choose good weather for activities.
Be careful when hiking: Walk carefully when climbing, wear appropriate hiking shoes, and prevent slipping.
🚗 Transportation:
Drive from the city center, navigate to Wanfeng Lake Tourist Area. The surrounding roads are convenient, and self-driving is a good option.
🎟️ Ticket: The ticket cost is 50 yuan per person, which can be purchased at the scenic spot ticket office.
🏨 Accommodation recommendation: Book homestays or resort hotels around Wanfeng Lake through Ctrip to deeply experience the tranquility and beauty of Wanfeng Lake.
🍽️ Food recommendation: There are many special snacks around, especially the local lake delicacies, which are worth tasting for their unique flavor.
🌈 Travel tips sharing:
At Wanfeng Lake, don't forget to get up early to watch the sunrise, stroll by the lake in the evening, and feel the different charms of the lake and mountains. Wander in the embrace of nature, and let your soul deeply relax. It's not just a trip, but a spiritual cleansing. Slow down and experience the tranquility and beauty in the lake and mountains. 💖
orinthea_4659
Jilongpo Tourist Resort
In the depths of the mountains in Guizhou, there is a European castle 🏰 on a rock in the middle of the green lake surrounded by green mountains!
The dreamy fairy tale castle hidden in the mountains, the Chinese version of Hogwarts.
Escaping princess? Harry Potter?
Pretending to be in Europe? Actually in Guizhou!
Entering the castle, there is a gorgeous lobby, upstairs there are royal banquet hall, queen's throne, queen's office, weapon display hall and so on. The large oil paintings in the corridor and the white statues are eye-catching, especially the glass shallow path behind the castle, which is very photogenic.
Ticket 🎫:
60 yuan/person, parking 10 yuan, Wanfeng Lake cruise 80/person, ticket + cruise + zip line package 150 yuan
⏰Opening hours:
08:30-18:00, stop admission at 17:00
🗺️Address: Xingyi Wanfeng Lake Jilongpo Resort
⚠️Note: Glass shallow path, cruise, zip line, etc. are charged separately.
Unexpectedly, I came to Guizhou and found the niche punching place Jilongpo in Xingyi. This European-style building built on Wanfeng Lake Island is like Swan Castle and Hogwarts of Harry Potter.
This dreamy castle is located in Wanfeng Lake, surrounded by Wanfeng Lake, and is connected to the land by a bridge. Overlooking from the air, it is really super beautiful.
'Wife's Romantic Journey' and 'Detective Star' have come here to shoot, you can imagine how popular it is. The castle 🏰 is not only stunning in appearance, but also can be visited inside
3rd floor castle experience hall, library, queen's seat, medieval helmet, don't say really think came to the European castle 🏰.
5th floor castle secret room, there is a beverage shop. 6th floor viewing platform, Wanfeng Lake panoramic view. There is a zip line on the 7th floor, you can slide to the opposite side.
After visiting the castle, you can experience the cruise, the whole journey is about an hour, take a boat to visit Wanfeng Lake, it is a different taste.
🍱Food: There is a restaurant in the resort, where you can taste the fresh fish of Wanfeng Lake.
🏨Accommodation: There is a lakeside hotel inside, no need for tickets.
COLEMAN JOSEPH
My friends have been asking me like crazy, I'm not abroad, I'm in Guizhou
The blue-green lake, the mysterious Swan Castle, it's like a fairy-tale world👸 This is not abroad, but a small lake in southwestern Guizhou - Wanfeng Lake⛰️
🍃Wanfeng Lake is located in the southeast of Xingyi City, Guizhou Province, and is known as 'the Lake of Ten Thousand Peaks, the best in the southwest, 📜 a landscape painting'. The lake is vast and the light is shimmering. The coast is full of peaks, stone forests, caves, sinkholes, and dense forests. The islands, peninsulas, bays, and inner lakes in the lake are staggered, and you can visit in all four seasons.
🏰Recommended reasons
1⃣️Travel through the fairy tale world
Sailing on the lake, you can soon see a huge solitary rock in the center of the lake and the Gothic building - Jilong Castle on it. The red-roofed and white-walled castle is full of fairy-tale feelings, and the surrounding mountains add a bit of mystery.
2⃣️Guizhou version of 'Little Three Gorges'
Here you can also experience the landscape of the Three Gorges. The boat travels in the canyon, as if wandering in a grand natural painting. The towering and continuous natural barriers on both sides of the canyon, the sunlight through the mountains renders the lake into two colors of deep green and light green. It makes people have to feel the magic of nature~
3⃣️Paradise for wild fishing
Wanfeng Lake has beautiful natural scenery, rich fish and beautiful water, and many fishermen gather. It is known as 'the paradise of wild fishing' and has a high reputation at home and abroad. When I went there, I also met some fishing brothers who were not afraid of the sun, they were really dedicated.
📍Wanfeng Lake
✒️Address: Inside the Maling River Gorge Scenic Area, Xingyi City, Qianxinan Buyei and Miao Autonomous Prefecture, Guizhou Province, navigate to the Red Camellia Village Pier of Wanfeng Lake
🚢Boat ticket: 60 yuan
🔍Tips
‼️There is no admission fee for Wanfeng Lake itself, but there is a charge for the boat. Currently, there are 2 piers in Wanfeng Lake. We chose the unofficial Red Camellia Village Pier (the boat has a sunshade on the second floor), and the other pier does not have a boat.
‼️The official sailing time of the boat is 110 minutes, but it is actually about an hour and a half.
‼️The road to Wanfeng Lake is not easy to drive, but it is also a normal two-lane mountain road (it's normal for friends in Yunnan, Guizhou and Sichuan), just drive slowly and pay attention to oncoming traffic. There is a parking lot at the pier, and the parking fee is ten yuan.
🏜️Recommended nearby attractions
Maling River Gorge, Wanfeng Forest, Jade Emperor Peak
🏨Accommodation
Xingyi City, a few dozen kilometers away from the scenic area, not too far.
🍲Recommended food
Shrimp sour beef, dry pot beef, sour bamboo shoot beef, fried rice, ice pulp
Dr. Kiel Boyer Sr.
Such a beautiful castle in the lake, I regret waiting until now to come
I've been wanting to come here for a long time, and finally I did, and there was no disappointment, only surprise. From an aerial view, it's just like Hogwarts!
Wanfenglin Jilong Castle
Address: Guizhou Xingyi Jilong Castle Resort
Adults 60, children free, no parking fee
When you get to Xingyi, just navigate directly, it's a few dozen minutes from the city center, and very close to the Wanfenglin scenic area. They built such a European-style castle in the middle of Wanfeng Lake, and it was very impressive at first sight, really like the German Swan Castle. But there is a big difference up close, each has its own characteristics, after all, there is the unique karst landscape surrounding Wanfeng Lake, it is very beautiful. The best check-in point is in front of the bridge outside the castle. It's also beautiful to shoot from inside the castle, but the front of the castle doesn't look good in photos.
Those who have been there feel it's worth going inside to take a look, the top floor has a glass walkway; you can zip line in summer; you can play escape room games, there's a Harry Potter theme; there's also a ball pit for kids; there are indoor and outdoor coffee snack shops. You can stand at a high point and see a small panorama of Wanfeng Lake, which is very nice. There are several windows like this in the castle, and it's super beautiful when you push them open.
You can take a boat in the lake, there's only one hotel nearby, the castle lights up when it gets dark, but it's recommended to go during the day. The movie 'Wife 7' and 'Detective' were also shot here. There should be more people in summer, now in the off-season we almost chartered the whole castle, it was a great experience.
It was cloudy when we came, and we didn't do much photo editing, the first picture is the closest to what I saw.