Things to do in Huishui

Not far from Guiyang, this ancient town offers a tranquil escape from the hustle and bustle of the city. The "Defend Qingyan" activity immerses you in the atmosphere of the revolutionary war. While the main street is teeming with tourists, a stroll into the side alleys allows for a quieter appreciation of the century-old buildings. The pig's trotters in the food street are a specialty and definitely worth trying.

The oddly shaped stones were quite interesting. There weren't many people during the Chinese New Year, so the experience was good. However, many small shops were closed, and transportation wasn't very convenient. It was rather quiet due to the holiday.

To be honest, I haven't been here for many years. This is indeed a relatively primitive scenic spot. Perhaps only locals or people from the surrounding area would come here to take a look. I just happened to follow a local to take a look. Although the entrance is not very obvious, but keep walking inside, until you reach the Swallow Cave, you will find that it is really shocking.

Guiyang Gaopo Cloud Top Flower Sea | A Stunning Flower Sea in the Clouds! A Top Choice for Summer Retreat and Photography! Located in Gaopo Township, Huaxi District, Guiyang, at an altitude of approximately 1600 meters, the Guiyang Gaopo Cloud Top Flower Sea boasts a cool climate and is a hidden gem for summer retreats around Guiyang. Vast fields of romantic purple verbena flowers, paired with hydrangeas and pheasants, create a vibrant tapestry of colors, perfect for capturing stunning, atmospheric photos.

Tianhetan is definitely worth a visit, especially the boat ride through the water-eroded cave – the experience is fantastic. For those who don't have enough time in Guiyang but still want to see some natural scenery, this is a great choice. It's like a miniature version of Guizhou, combining waterfalls and karst caves. While it may not be the most spectacular or breathtaking, the experience is just as good.

The scenic area is quite simple, mainly a water play area and ice sculptures, but it was too cold to go in.

All the instructors were very responsible. The trails were quite difficult and prone to falls, and the local instructors helped each of us across. Thank you for your hard work! A special thank you to the instructors from the north for taking such good care of us throughout the trip. It was a very enjoyable journey.

If you want to experience the unique living customs and architectural features of our ethnic minorities, I think this Miao village is worth a visit. The commercial atmosphere is a little bit stronger.

Qingyan Ancient Town, located in Huaxi District, Guiyang City, Guizhou Province, was first built in the tenth year of the Hongwu reign of the Ming Dynasty (1378). This ancient town is renowned for its exquisite design and craftsmanship, with Ming and Qing dynasty architecture complementing each other, featuring temples, pavilions, painted beams, carved rafters, and flying eaves arranged in a harmonious and picturesque manner. 1️⃣ Bluestone Road: A distinctive stone alleyway runs through the ancient town. The bluestone slabs, polished smooth by centuries of erosion, are gleaming. The street is lined with courtyard walls built of layers of stone slabs. The narrow and quiet street follows the contours of the mountain, making it a perfect spot for photographers. 2️⃣ Overlooking from the City Wall: Qingyan Ancient Town has four city gates: east, west, south, and north. Dingguang Gate and Xuanwu Gate are the most iconic. Climbing the city walls requires ascending stairs near the gates, with the stairs between the west and north gates being the steepest. Standing on the city wall, one can enjoy a panoramic view of the entire ancient town. 3️⃣ Coexistence of Four Religions: Qingyan Ancient Town is a place where multiple religious cultures coexist, with Buddhism, Taoism, Christianity, Catholicism, and other religions living together harmoniously. It encompasses the beliefs of ethnic minorities, Confucianism, Buddhism, and Taoism, Han Chinese folk beliefs, Catholicism, and Christianity. 4️⃣ Huaxi Heritage Museum: Located within Ciyun Temple, the Huaxi Intangible Cultural Heritage Museum showcases Huaxi District's traditional dances, traditional dramas, folk customs, traditional arts and crafts, folk literature, and traditional music through multimedia presentations, scene reconstructions, and artifact displays.