Things to do in Qinglong

It's worth a visit, the scenery is great, and the evening performances are very ethnic

We arrived at Huajiang Bridge in the afternoon. Although it was during the holiday, there was no congestion in either direction, and traffic flowed smoothly. There were queues to enter and exit parking lots 1 and 2. There's a bridge viewing platform at Yundu, and the Guanlan Restaurant offers excellent views. There's a water curtain light show at 8:30 PM and a drone show at 8:45 PM. The karst waterfall on the bridge is creative; the high bridge and cascading waterfall, illuminated day and night, create a beautiful scene.

Natural landscape: The river water is so clear that you can see the bottom, known as "glass water", and shows the Tyndall effect under the sunlight. There are multiple waterfalls and deep pools in the canyon, with beautiful scenery. The vegetation on both sides is lush, which is a typical karst landscape. Entertainment projects: 1. Shallow water play: suitable for parent-child play, the water is shallow and clear. 2. River tracing: requires certain experience, it is recommended to go with friends. 3. Diving: experience the fun of diving in a safe area. 4. Diving: explore the underwater world and watch small fish and shrimps. 5. Kayaks and surfboards: can be rented on site to increase the fun of playing.

Hidden gems near Huangguoshu Waterfall: Jiuxian Scenic Area in Guizhou! Experience immersive exploration of ancient karst caves; enjoy unique cave rafting through a sea of ​​flowers – fun all year round. A perfect blend of sightseeing and water activities, ideal for the whole family. Don't miss it when visiting Anshun!

The ancient city of Annan is very small. We arrived relatively early, and it was off-season, so no shops were open yet and there were few people on the streets. Then we took a sightseeing bus to the 24th Turn.

The scenery is beautiful, and while most tourists visit for boat tours, you can actually go to the hotel's observation deck for panoramic views. I can't remember the hotel's name, but they're very generous, with open parking and free access to the observation deck. The hotel's location is a great spot. The nearby Yelang City is also worth a visit. Remember to bring your drone!

Location: Haigeng Park/No. 16 Hubin Road ↔ Xishan Longmen (West Mountain Dragon Gate), not near the old street, you have to go to the Dianchi Lake area. Experience: Crossing the lake + climbing the mountain, about 20 minutes one way, views of Dianchi Lake, Sleeping Beauty Mountain, and city scenery, great for taking photos. Ticket Price: One way about 59-60 RMB, round trip about 98-100 RMB. Advantages: Easy for lazy people to climb West Mountain, no climbing required, unique views; seagulls in winter. Disadvantages: Stops during strong winds/thunderstorms; long queues during peak season; separate ticket/walking required for Longmen after climbing the mountain; don't confuse with the "Xishan Longmen Cableway". Conclusion: First time in Kunming, taking the Dianchi-Xishan route → worth it; if just exploring the old street → not worth a special trip.

非常值得去！老王山位于贵州省六盘水市六枝特区牂牁镇，近年来因其独特的自然景观、历史文化以及户外运动资源迅速“出圈”，成为热门打卡地。以下是其主要亮点： 1. 壮丽的自然风光** - **险峻山势**：老王山主峰海拔2127米，相对高差达1400多米，山势陡峭，多悬崖峭壁，被誉为“贵州版武功山”。 - **云海奇观**：山顶常年云雾缭绕，登顶后可俯瞰牂牁江美景，云海翻腾，景色震撼。 - **四季变幻**：春夏山花烂漫，秋冬层林尽染，是摄影爱好者的天堂。 2. 深厚的历史文化** - **夜郎国传说**：相传夜郎王及王妃葬于山上的月亮洞，考古发现洞内有千年古墓，增添神秘色彩。 - **古地名演变**：老王山又称“郎山”，与古夜郎国的“郎”字相关，周边有郎岱古镇、岩脚古镇等古迹。 3. 刺激的户外体验** - **徒步探险**：登山路线约10公里，往返需7小时，适合有一定经验的户外爱好者挑战。 - **高空栈道**：山上有玻璃栈道（180米），悬于峭壁之上，惊险刺激。 - **滑翔伞胜地**：依托牂牁江和老王山的巨大落差（1380米），这里成为国际滑翔伞赛事举办地，吸引全球运动员。 4. 独特的生态与地质景观** - **原始森林**：山顶保留有原始森林，枯藤古树，生态原始。 - **赤壁奇观**：部分崖壁因氧化铁浸染呈赤红色，阳光下熠熠生辉。 5. 网红打卡新宠** - **山顶“蹦迪”**：凌晨登顶的游客常自发组织狂欢，氛围热烈，被网友戏称为“露天演唱会”。 老王山兼具自然野性、历史神秘感和户外挑战性，适合寻求刺激与深度体验的旅行者。但需注意，部分路段未完全开发，建议结伴或跟随专业团队前往。

In the Puqing Forest Farm in Shazi Town, Qinglong, there is also a large-scale US military gas station. During the Anti-Japanese War, this gas station built by the US military in Qinglong was one of the important supply stations for the Sino-US Allied Forces, and made an indelible contribution to the victory of the Anti-Japanese War. Military vehicles traveling on the Yunnan-Burma Highway had to refuel here. According to the navigation instructions, along the G320 National Highway, turn to the X646 County Road, and turn right at the Puqing Forest Farm intersection of the County Road X646 according to the road sign and turn into a narrow path with lush trees. The road is very difficult to walk, and some sections can only be used by bicycles. The car twisted and turned in the forest for about a few kilometers. Inadvertently, several watchtowers appeared in front of us. When we drove closer, we found that the "gas station" in front of us was completely surrounded by strict barbed wire and a small military base with complete facilities. There was no one around, the gate was open, and the American bald eagle emblem above the gate in the photo was not seen. There was also a mottled sign "US ARMY GAS STATION AT 24TH TURN ON CHINA-BURMA HIGHWAY", but the gate was still the gate in the photo. Opening up the dusty history, this site of the US military camp during the Anti-Japanese War was formerly known as the Shaziling Gas Station. The nearby X646 County Road actually belonged to the "Shaba Highway" during the Anti-Japanese War. The "Shaba Highway" starts from Shazi Town, Qinglong County, Guizhou in the north and ends at the Badu Ferry of Nanpanjiang, Ceheng County in the south. It is 267 kilometers long and is a road built from Guizhou to Guangxi during the war. The materials on the Guizhou-Yunnan Highway can be transferred from the "Shaba Highway" to Guangxi, and the materials can be transported by land and water ferry. In the late period of the Anti-Japanese War, Guangxi was also an important war zone against Japan, and all kinds of war preparation materials were in short supply. The construction of this "Shaba Highway" used more than 35,000 civilian workers, and more than 470 civilian workers died during the construction process. According to the old map, this US military gas station barracks in the forest is located at the T-junction angle of the Guizhou-Dian Highway and the Shaba Highway, which can take into account the maintenance of two important wartime highways. The location of the barracks is quite thoughtful. The barracks are a certain distance away from the highway and have a good design to prevent spy reconnaissance and sabotage. The barracks are hidden in the dense forest and built on a slope. The specific construction period of this US military barracks should be around 1942. The US military once sent the 1880th Engineer Battalion of the US Army to renovate the Qinglong section of the Yunnan-Guizhou Highway and the Shaba Highway to maintain and improve the highway transportation capacity. Qinglong County has now renovated this US military gas station, which basically maintains the appearance when the US military entered. In the barracks, you can see four huge gasoline tanks lined up on the grass. The oil tanks are covered with mottled rust, and many old military vehicles are parked on the surrounding open space. The entire military camp now includes many buildings, including offices, barracks, gas stations, observation posts, artillery positions, etc., and a special visitor center. The local government has turned it into a tourist attraction for the history of the War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression.

A regular ticket is sufficient, as you'll find that there's simply not enough time to visit the paid attractions if you go at midday. Also, you must bring a film camera next to the Fast sign. It must be a battery-free film camera with manual metering. If possible, bring your own film, as film cameras at the attraction aren't cheap—300 yuan for 36 exposures.