Things to do in Hezhou

Huangyao Ancient Town is surrounded by karst peaks, with flowing streams, blue-brick and gray-tiled roofs, ancient cobblestone alleys, Ming and Qing dynasty buildings, thousand-year-old banyan trees, reflections of ancient bridges, couplet culture, a living ancient town, a lively atmosphere, ink-wash painting aesthetics, and a simple and tranquil charm—it's truly breathtaking.

This trip to Gupo Mountain was definitely worthwhile! 💦The waterfall was at its lowest water level, so we took photos along the way. The dense trees allowed sunlight to filter through, making every shot a beautiful one.📸 What I want to praise most is the景区 service. Bringing the family wasn't tiring at all! 👍 The signs were clear, the restrooms were clean, and the staff were very helpful when we asked for directions. We also strolled around Fangjia Tea Garden and the winery, and relaxed on the large lawn – so comfortable! 😌 Half a day was well worth the ticket price, and I'll definitely come back!

The Jade Forest in Hezhou is definitely worth a visit; the scenery is beautiful. The jade stones are white marble, slowly exposed due to mining. The scenic area isn't too big or too small; you can walk through it in about two hours. It happened to be during the Qingming Festival, and along the way, we saw many people shoveling stones and setting off firecrackers on the mountain.

The entire mountain is filled with hot spring pools. Although the weather wasn't cold in the first month of the lunar calendar, the children wanted to eat after soaking in the water, and we were wearing wet swimsuits. Not long after, we felt dizzy, had headaches, and vomited, but we returned home satisfied.

The attraction is well-designed, and since there aren't many visitors right now, it's a good time to enjoy it at a leisurely pace. From the main gate to the cave entrance, it's 1.2 kilometers; you can take a round-trip electric cart for 8 yuan, or walk. At the cave entrance, guided tours are offered in batches, lasting about 40 minutes. Having a guide makes the experience much clearer, which is commendable.

The scenic area is actually quite large, especially the later parts with many beautiful views. However, walking around can be tiring, and it also requires the right time and lighting. With good lighting and the right season, it's truly beautiful, and I would definitely go again.

The restaurant's buffet breakfast is very rich, the hot spring area swimming pool is also nice, the cave is very photogenic, and the waiters are very friendly. The scenery is very good. The unlimited hot spring bathing is really great, and the unlimited hot spring bathing alone is very cost-effective and very cost-effective.

The hydrangeas are abundant and definitely worth seeing. There are tons of photo spots, perfect for photography enthusiasts. There are waterfalls, one of which looks like a miniature version of the Jiulong Waterfall in Qikong and Daqikong. There's also a slide where you can slide down in a flash.

Huangyao Ancient Town, a Lingnan version of a dreamlike hometown. Nestled deep within karst mountains, surrounded by verdant peaks, a thousand years of time have polished the bluestone slabs of the ancient alleys to a smooth, rounded surface. Stone bridges and clear streams connect the old houses, scattered at varying heights, creating a poignant sense of nostalgia. Here, time can pass slowly; by the pond, under the banyan tree, a chair and a cup of tea, one can "sit for so long that one forgets the rising sun, and idly laugh at the busy white clouds." Or time can pass quickly; life is fleeting, like grass in autumn, decades and centuries seem like yesterday. All sorts of joys and sorrows seem to be etched into the vicissitudes of the ancient town, yet everything remains unchanged.

There are three small dams where you can experience the thrill of rushing through them, but it's only for a fleeting moment. The manual rafts are a bit pricey at 80 yuan per person. The whole trip takes about 40 minutes. The scenery is decent. If you don't want to crowd onto the Li River but prefer Huangyao Ancient Town, this is a good option. It's less crowded and the scenery is nice, so overall it's worth a visit.