If I had known about Longnan, I wouldn't have gone to Jiangnan.
Longnan is located at the junction of Gansu, Shaanxi, and Sichuan provinces and is known as the "Jiangnan of Longnan". With a pleasant climate, beautiful mountains and rivers, and a high forest coverage rate, Longnan is a natural oxygen bar where you can enjoy freshness and tranquility during your trip and find spiritual comfort in nature's gifts.
1. Travel Route
I chose to start from Longnan City and head to Dangchang Guange Valley. Known as the "Little Jiuzhai Valley", it is a place where lakes and mountains complement each other and the canyon waterfalls are magnificent and beautiful. Then I went to Wenxian Tianchi, a poetic lake embedded on the top of the mountain, quiet and charming. Then I went to Kangxian Yangba to experience the original ecological pastoral scenery and dense forests🌳 Finally, I stopped in Chengxian to appreciate the cultural charm of the Xixia Inscription Cliff Carvings.
2. Surrounding Attractions
In addition to the above, there is Wudu Wanxiang Cave, where the stalactites are in various shapes and look like a fairyland under the light. Lixian Qishan Wuhou Temple carries the profound heritage of the Three Kingdoms history, making history lovers linger.
3. Accommodation Guide
In Longnan City, you can choose hotels located in the city center or near transportation hubs for convenient travel. Around the scenic area, there are many characteristic homestays near Guange Valley, where you can feel the breath of nature up close. Yangba also has some pastoral-style inns, where you can experience the comfort of rural life while staying.
4. Food Guide
Longnan cuisine has a unique flavor. Dangchang's Red Army Guokui is crispy and delicious; Wenxian's Bikou Tofu Noodles are tender and smooth; Kangxian's Ten Bowls are rich and varied, showing the local food characteristics; Chengxian's Ma Zhanxiang Wonton is thin-skinned and big-stuffed. There are also various wild vegetables and special bacon to satisfy your taste buds.
5. Dressing Arrangement
In spring and autumn, you can wear long-sleeved shirts and thin jackets with comfortable sneakers or casual shoes for hiking and sightseeing. In summer, short sleeves and shorts are the mainstay, and remember to bring sunscreen and a sun hat for sun protection. In winter, you need to wear thick cotton clothes and down jackets, and warm and non-slip boots are also essential.
6. Precautions
Longnan has many mountains and winding roads, so be careful when driving and pay attention to traffic safety. When visiting the scenic area, follow the rules and protect the environment. In addition, the mountain climate is changeable, so bring rain gear and warm clothes. Prepare common medicines in case of physical discomfort.
A trip to Longnan is a wonderful journey to get close to nature and embrace culture, and I hope you will also have unforgettable memories here💕