The Xiaowuxia Scenic Area of Guangwu Mountain is located in Nanjiang County, Bazhong City, Sichuan Province. It is an important part of the Guangwu Mountain Scenic Area and is famous for its natural landscapes such as canyons, caves, strange peaks, green lakes and red leaves. The following is a comprehensive review and travel advice about the scenic spot:
Key Highlights
Canyon Wonders
Xiaowu Gorge is famous for its precipitous canyon landforms, with steep cliffs on both sides and clear and winding streams. It is cool and pleasant in summer and covered with red leaves in autumn. It is known as the "Pearl of Qinba Gorge".
A Line of Sky: A narrow canyon section where only a strip of sky can be seen when looking up, creating a strong visual impact.
Five-Colored Pool: The stream water is colorful due to minerals and is especially charming under the sun.
Exploring the Caves
There are many natural caves in the scenic area (such as "Chuanhua Cave" and "Xiaoyao Cave"), with rich karst landforms such as stalactites and stalagmites, which are even more magical with the lighting effects.
Ecological Wildness
Macaque Watching: Wild macaques are often seen in the mountains and forests, adding to the fun of the tour (please pay attention to safety and do not feed them casually).
Rafting experience: In summer, you can try canyon rafting, which is both exciting and refreshing.
Seasonal scenery in all seasons
Spring: Flowers are in full bloom and streams are gurgling.
Summer: A summer resort with green shades.
Autumn: The forest is dyed red with leaves, and the best viewing period is from late October to mid-November.
Winter: After the snow, everything is covered in silver, and it is as quiet as a painting.
Practical Information
Ticket price: about 80 yuan (including caves, boat trips and other items, subject to the latest announcement of the scenic spot).
Opening hours: 8:00-18:00 (may be slightly adjusted according to the season).
transportation:
Self-driving: It is about 30 kilometers from Nanjiang County, with good road conditions; it takes about 2 hours to drive from Bazhong City.
Public transportation: Nanjiang County has direct bus or chartered bus services to the scenic area.
Duration of the tour: It is recommended to arrange 3-4 hours. There are many hiking routes, so please wear comfortable sports shoes.
Tourist Reviews
Positive reviews :
“The combination of caves and canyons is very unique, especially in autumn when the red leaves are set off, any photo you take will turn out to be a masterpiece.”
“There are few people and beautiful scenery. It is suitable for those who like to travel deeply in the natural scenery.”
Bad reviews:
“Some sections of the road are steep, so the elderly or children need to pay attention to safety.”
“The infrastructure needs to be improved, and you may have to wait in line during the peak season.”
Notes
The canyon is slippery, so it is recommended to wear non-slip shoes and be careful when going there on rainy days.
Protect the environment and do not litter or destroy the cave landscape.
There are more tourists during the peak season in autumn, so it is recommended to travel during off-peak hours.
The temperature difference in the mountains is large, so prepare a coat and rain gear.
Suitable for people
Nature lovers, photography enthusiasts, family travel (please pay attention to safety), outdoor hiking novices.
Summary: Xiaowuxia Scenic Area is centered on pristine canyon and cave landscapes, and is suitable for tourists who like to explore nature and pursue niche experiences. If you prefer a less commercialized destination close to mountains and water, this place is worth a visit, but you need to plan your trip in advance and pay attention to weather conditions.