The majestic Red Water Danxia sweeps across northern Guizhou, with the power of nature shaking mountains and rivers

🌟Key Highlights • World Natural Heritage: Listed in the World Heritage List in 2010, a typical representative of China’s Danxia landform, known as the "Crown of World Danxia." • Danxia Wonders: Bright red Danxia cliffs, towering solitary peaks and narrow ridges, and uniquely shaped strange mountains and stones, harmonizing with green forests and cascading waterfalls. • Waterfall Clusters: Chishui Grand Waterfall (the largest waterfall in China’s Danxia landform), Sidonggou Waterfall Cluster, forming the magnificent landscape of the "City of a Thousand Waterfalls." • Ecological Diversity: Cyathea natural reserve, Bamboo Sea National Forest Park, with forest coverage over 90%, serving as a natural oxygen bar and gene pool. • Cultural Experience: Jurassic Cyathea group, Tucheng Ancient Town, Bing’an Ancient Town, offering an in-depth travel experience blending nature and culture. 🗺️Recommended Classic Routes 🔥 One-day Highlights (for time-limited travelers) Foguangyan → Chishui Grand Waterfall → Sidonggou Scenic Area • Highlights: • Foguangyan: Arc-shaped Danxia cliff wall 1,117 meters long and 385 meters high, central columnar waterfall 269 meters high, sunlight shining creates a red glow like Buddha’s light, known as a "Danxia masterpiece." • Chishui Grand Waterfall: 76 meters high and 80 meters wide, the largest waterfall in China’s Danxia landform, majestic and awe-inspiring with mist filling the air. • Sidonggou Scenic Area: Four-tiered cascading waterfalls (Water Curtain Cave, Moon Pool, Flying Frog Cliff, White Dragon Pool), stroll along bamboo forest boardwalks to enjoy fresh nature. 🌿 Two-day In-depth Version (for nature and culture lovers) Day 1️⃣: Foguangyan → Chishui Grand Waterfall → Swallow Rock National Forest Park Day 2️⃣: Sidonggou Scenic Area → Bing’an Ancient Town → Bamboo Sea National Forest Park • Highlights: • Swallow Rock National Forest Park: Combination of Danxia landform and primeval forest, hiking to explore Swallow Rock, Source of Life, and other attractions. • Bing’an Ancient Town: Ming and Qing dynasty architecture and stilted buildings, the site of the Red Army’s first crossing during the Four Crossings of the Chishui River, experiencing the blend of history and nature. • Bamboo Sea National Forest Park: Vast 100,000-acre bamboo forest, climb the Sea Viewing Tower to overlook the bamboo sea, experiencing the poetic "quiet bamboo forest, endless green waves." 📸Must-visit Photo Spots 1️⃣ Foguangyan: Capture the arc-shaped cliff and waterfall in one frame, shooting the stunning "Buddha’s light shining." 2️⃣ Chishui Grand Waterfall: Close-up shots of the dynamic beauty of the cascading waterfall, wearing bright clothes for better photos. 3️⃣ Sidonggou Waterfall Cluster: Capture the different postures of the four-tiered waterfalls, recommended are the "Silver Comb" at Moon Pool and the "Flying Dragon" at White Dragon Pool. 4️⃣ Bing’an Ancient Town Stilted Buildings: With the Chishui River as the background, shoot the quaint stilted buildings and picturesque mountain-water scenery. 5️⃣ Bamboo Sea Sea Viewing Tower: Overlook the entire bamboo sea, capturing the magnificent scene of "endless waves of bamboo." 💡Practical Tips • Ticket Information: • Foguangyan: 80 RMB/person • Chishui Grand Waterfall: 80 RMB/person • Swallow Rock: 45 RMB/person • Sidonggou Scenic Area: 75 RMB/person • Bamboo Sea National Forest Park: 45 RMB/person • Combined Ticket: 180 RMB/person (includes Foguangyan, Chishui Grand Waterfall, Swallow Rock) • Opening Hours: • Foguangyan: 08:30-17:00 • Chishui Grand Waterfall: 08:30-17:00 • Sidonggou Scenic Area: 08:30-17:30 • Transportation Guide: • Self-driving: About 4.5 hours from Guiyang, about 3 hours from Chongqing, about 3.5 hours from Chengdu. • Bus: Long-distance buses from Guiyang, Chongqing, Chengdu, etc. directly to Chishui Bus Station, then transfer to local minibuses or taxis to the scenic area. • Direct Shuttle: Direct shuttles from Chishui Bus Station to each scenic spot, convenient and fast. • Dress Suggestions: • Light and comfortable: Many hiking routes, wear non-slip sports shoes or hiking boots. • Sun protection: Strong UV rays on the plateau, wear sunglasses, sunscreen, and a sun hat. • Rain gear: Mountain weather is changeable, bring a raincoat or folding umbrella. • Other Tips: • Best Seasons: Spring (March-May) and autumn (September-November) have pleasant climate and beautiful scenery. • Accommodation Recommendations: Homestays inside the scenic area, star-rated hotels in Chishui city, or characteristic inns in ancient towns. • Photography Equipment: Wide-angle lens for Danxia panoramas, tripod for stable slow-shutter waterfall shots. • Safety Tips: Watch your step while hiking, follow scenic area rules, do not enter undeveloped areas without permission.