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2024 Wuding Travel Guide: Must-see attractions, popular food, hotels, transportation routes (updated in October)
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Jiyi Grand Canyon, also known as Dianzhong Grand Canyon.
Jiyi Grand Canyon, also known as Dianzhong Grand Canyon, is located in Jiyi Township, Wuding County, Chuxiong Yi Autonomous Prefecture, Yunnan Province, China, about 120 kilometers from the county seat. This grand canyon is a special geological wonder, named for its narrow and deep landform features. The canyon is about 12 kilometers long, about 200 meters wide at its widest point, about 6 meters wide at its narrowest point, and more than 300 meters deep at its deepest point, forming a thrilling and unique cliff landscape. It is an ideal place for many adventure photography enthusiasts. There are many attractions in the scenic area, including natural bridges, medium-sized reservoirs, Jinsha River scenery and natural hot springs. Tourists can enter by land, walk through the canyon, or choose to drive or ride a horse to the Jinsha River to enjoy a hot spring bath. Jiyi Grand Canyon is also an ideal place for rafting, physical fitness, tropical agriculture sightseeing and self-help tourism.
Jiyi Grand Canyon is still a relatively undeveloped tourist destination, still retaining a relatively primitive natural landscape, suitable for travelers seeking unique experiences
What is it like to live deep in the mountains?
Wuding County Moshang Yunlai Hotel is located in Wuding County, Chuxiong Yi Autonomous Prefecture, Yunnan Province, within the Lion Mountain Scenic Area. The scenery here is beautiful, and the ethnic customs are rich. The hotel, which integrates local ethnic characteristics with modern comfort, provides an excellent poetic place for tourists to stay.
🧹Soundproofing/Hygiene: The soundproofing of the room is not very good, but you will be woken up by birds in the morning
🏘️️️Room Type/Layout: The room layout is good, with balconies or views, which is commendable
🛌Supplies/Facilities: The supplies are standard, but! There are electric blankets! When we checked in, it was the evening of early August, and the front desk turned on the electric blanket for us in advance, saying that it was cool and humid in the mountains
💰️Per Capita Consumption: Around 200
💗Location: Really good, in the Lion Mountain Scenic Area
Exploring the Ji Yi Grand Canyon, experiencing the wonders of nature
✨Dear friends, today I want to share with you an incredibly stunning place—the Ji Yi Grand Canyon!
🌄When I stood at the edge of the Ji Yi Grand Canyon, I was overwhelmed by the sight before me. It was as if the earth had been torn apart by giant hands, forming a deep and magnificent chasm.
🏞️The cliffs on both sides of the canyon towered into the clouds, with jagged rocks. Some looked like the fangs of a giant beast, others like the skirts of a fairy, creating a magical play of light and shadow under the sunlight.
💧As you descend along the winding path, you can hear the sound of a babbling stream at the bottom of the canyon. The clear water weaves through the rocks, adding a touch of lively beauty to the silent canyon.
🚶♂️Every step here is filled with the thrill of adventure. The narrow walkways and steep stone steps make you feel both excited and nervous. But when you see the unique geological landscape, all your fatigue vanishes.
🌳The canyon is also rich in vegetation, with lush trees and various unknown flowers and plants, creating a vibrant scene.
💕The Ji Yi Grand Canyon is not only a visual feast but also a spiritual cleansing. It made me feel the greatness of nature and the insignificance of humanity.
👣If you also long for an in-depth conversation with nature, the Ji Yi Grand Canyon is definitely a place you cannot miss!
The natural wonders of nature are hidden in the stunning Danxia landform of Huludong in Wuding, Chuxiong
Huludong is the most unique and spectacular part of the Shuicheng River scenic area, with natural gourd-shaped cave formations under the Danxia landform. The photos taken by friends before were not too shocking, but when you get there, you realize how magnificent it is!
🌟Highlights:
Here you can consider a 2-day itinerary, the first day to hike a loop, and return to Huludong to camp overnight. This place is sheltered from wind and rain, quiet and secluded, truly an excellent camping spot.
Huludong is a great place for outdoor enthusiasts to enjoy rock descending, and now many hiking enthusiasts' best itinerary includes camping + rock descending in Huludong.
If time is limited, you can also make a round trip in one day, spend a day looking at Huludong Island, go hiking in Shuicheng River, with a 4-hour drive back and forth, you can also have a relaxed experience.
Considering different situations in the mountains and forests, and the scenery is more beautiful during the abundant water period, the best time to visit here is from April to September.
The most recommended activities are rock descending, farm stays, camping, and hiking
📍Detailed address:
Shuicheng River Scenic Area, Wuding, Chuxiong, you can navigate directly there, and the road is also very convenient
📝Note tips:
If planning to camp, you can choose a farm stay in the nearby village first and leave some equipment behind
You can arrange for a horse-drawn carriage to carry large items to Huludong, which is an excellent camping spot
If there is rainfall upstream in the mountain and river channels, there is a risk, so be cautious when playing in the water
Rock descending must be guided and accompanied by a professional leader
Shuttling between reality and fantasy, all in search of the most mysterious 'scar' on Earth
🚗🏞️ Imagine driving on a winding mountain road, as if shuttling between reality and fantasy, just to find that most mysterious 'scar' on Earth—the Jiyi Grand Canyon. 🏞️
🏞️🤔 Pre-adventure doubts and amazement
🚗🕒 Facing a four to five-hour drive, have you ever doubted whether such a long journey is worth it just to witness a grand canyon? However, after five hours of trekking and two hours of immersive exploration, you will find that it is not only worth it but also unimaginably astonishing.
💰👍 Especially the mere 10 yuan sanitation fee, which seems like the gentlest encouragement for the brave explorers. 👍
🏞️📍 In-depth Travel
🛤️🔍 Recommended route: head straight to the core from the entrance, go up first then down, not only does this save time but also cleverly conserves energy. Imagine standing at the top of the canyon, surrounded by vertical cliffs as smooth as if cut by a knife, like a geometric masterpiece of nature, at that moment, you will understand what is meant by 'the work of gods'. 🖌️
🌌👀 A three-dimensional spectacle
🛫👀 From above, it is a crack in the earth, stunningly beautiful;
🌄👁 At eye level, it is a chasm, awe-inspiring;
👣🌌 From the bottom of the valley, looking up, it is profound as if reaching the sky, making one feel the insignificance of oneself.
🚶♂️🛤️ Walking beneath it, via the concrete plank path, exploring the mysterious 'natural bridge', every step is an exploration of the unknown, each step deepening the awe for nature. 👣
🚗🛣️ Self-driving Guide
🚗🕒 From Kunming to Jiyi, a sedan self-drive takes about 4-5 hours, passing through the country roads of Wuding, with changing scenery along the way, the smoothness of the asphalt roads intertwined with the misty mountains, reminding you that this is a journey for both the eyes and the soul.
🚨🛣️ But don't forget, safety first, especially on winding mountain roads and in foggy conditions. 🚨
🍲🏡 Food and Accommodation
🏞️🍗 In Jiyi Town, not only are there surprises for hikers, but also a feast for the taste buds. The aroma of local chicken mixed with the sweetness of fresh vegetables satisfies your palate.
🛏️💰 Multiple guesthouses, from economical to comfortable, are available for you to choose from, with prices starting at 80 yuan, ensuring you a peaceful night's sleep amidst the mountains and waters. 🛌
🎒📝 Thoughtful Tips
1️⃣ 🏞️ Free entry to a less crowded paradise for hikers, get ready for close contact with nature!
2️⃣ 👟 Anti-slip shoes are essential, firmly stepping out each footprint of your adventure.
3️⃣ 🚗🚻 Before setting off, remember to organize your gear in the restroom near the parking lot, bring enough water, as stores may be a luxury on this unknown journey.
4️⃣ 🌳🗑️ Protecting the environment is everyone's responsibility, dispose of trash properly, to ensure this natural wonder can be sustained.
Chuxiong Wande Lake Scenic Area
Wande Lake Scenic Area is located in Wande Village, Wande Town, Wuding County, adjacent to popular scenic spots such as Shuicheng River and Jiyi Grand Canyon. It is an important node on the Jinsha River tourism circuit and also a complex tourism scenic area that focuses on ancient historical relics, rich ethnic customs, and pristine rural cultural leisure experiences, integrating tourism sightseeing, rural vacations, and ecological leisure.
Beautiful Scenery Collection - Wuding Shuicheng River!
Shuicheng River is one of the main water sources of Zhangjiu River, located in Shuicheng Village Committee of Chadian Town, 58 kilometers away from the county town!
The vegetation in the basin is dense, the lake and water are charming, there are streams and waterfalls singing, plateau lakes thinking quietly, clouds and fog winding around high mountains, huge rocks and dangerous cliffs standing, deep valley villages leisurely!
The rich landscape types and good ecological environment make this area full of freshness and natural beauty everywhere!
The mountains here are clear and the water is beautiful, the mountains are winding, and the scenery is beautiful!
The strange sandstone and the original vegetation on both sides of the river bed blend into one, forming a beautiful picture of cascading waterfalls, strange stones, and twisted pines, like a flowing scenery!
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