Libo Seven Small Arches (Xiaoqikong) Scenic Area

The Xiaoqikong scenic area located in Libo, Qiannan of Guizhou is indeed an indispensable summer retreat for you! 🚗Transportation: 💺Plane: Arrive at Libo Airport, then take a bus or taxi to the scenic area. It's easy to reach by bus or taxi near the Libo high-speed train station. 🚗Car: Take a long-distance bus directly to Libo County, then transfer to a bus or taxi to the scenic area. 💡Tour route: 🌉Enter from the west and exit from the east: Enter from the west gate, visit Wolong Pool, Mandarin Duck Lake, Cuigu Waterfall, Water Forest, 68-level Cascading Waterfall, and the ancient Xiaoqikong Bridge, and finally exit from the east gate of the scenic area. 🏡Accommodation suggestions: There are accommodation options at the entrance of the scenic area or in Libo County, it is recommended to stay near the east gate for convenient transportation and complete surrounding facilities. 🍃Attractions features: 💦Cuigu Waterfall: A pearl within the scenic area, with a large drop, the sound of gurgling water, and fresh air. Water Forest: Stroll in the water forest and experience the wonders of nature. 68-level Cascading Waterfall: A series of waterfalls connected together, delicate as ribbons. Xiaoqikong Ancient Bridge: With a long history, the bridge offers endless scenic views. Travel tips: 1. Check the weather forecast and prepare sun protection, rain gear, and other items. 2. Wear comfortable walking shoes for an easy tour. 3. Book hotels in advance to avoid the tension of accommodation during the peak travel season.

It is recommended to enter Xiaoqikong from the west gate and exit from the east gate, as most of the route is downhill and less strenuous. However, if you are returning by high-speed train, make sure to manage your time well. We were delayed because the park was crowded and there was road construction; what should have been a fifteen-minute drive took an hour and a half, causing us to miss our train. Although we eventually got compensation from the park, it still affected our mood.

🌞Guizhou Weather Guide March-April: Average temperature 10-23 degrees, not much rain, a bit more around Qingming Festival but rarely all day long. May-June: Average temperature 15-28 degrees, weather forecasts mostly inaccurate. July-September: Average temperature in the city is 25-31 degrees, on the mountains 20-30 degrees, very suitable for summer retreat. 🔥Must-visit Attractions Libo Xiaoqikong: The refreshing greenery is breathtakingly beautiful, especially recommend boating on Mandarin Duck Lake. Huangguoshu Waterfall: There are also several filming locations from the 1986 version of 'Journey to the West', the waterfall is truly stunning. Xijiang Qianhu Miao Village: The Miao-style stilted buildings spread from the mountain top to the foot, it's like seeing the real-life version of 'Spirited Away'. Zhenyuan Ancient Town: Worth a visit, suggest arriving in the afternoon to see the ancient town under the sunset. Fanjing Mountain: It's really worth taking the cable car, otherwise, you'll have to climb more than eight thousand steps. ⏰Travel Time: 6 days and 5 nights 🎈Travel Mode: Boutique family/friends trip with an average cost of 1800 RMB per person for food, accommodation, and transportation Transportation: After arriving in Guiyang, enjoy 24h free car pickup service, directly check into the hotel. Super convenient Taking the family to Guizhou with a local high-quality tour group costs only 1800 RMB per person, which is incredibly cost-effective. It includes food, accommodation, transportation, and entrance fees, √plus 24h car transfer service~√No need to worry about the fatigue of family and friends, nor the hassle of making travel plans. 📆Full Itinerary: D1: 24h car pickup - Free time in Guiyang - Check into hotel D2: Guiyang - Huangguoshu Waterfall - Stay in Anshun/Guiyang D3: Hotel - Xiaoqikong - Xijiang Qianhu Miao Village ( Stay in Xijiang Village) D4: Xijiang Qianhu Miao Village - Zhenyuan ( Stay within Zhenyuan scenic area) D5: Zhenyuan - Fanjing Mountain - Guiyang D6: Free time in Guiyang - 24h car drop-off Special Cuisine: Prosperous Banquet. Zhangjiang Specialties. Miao Long Table Feast Special Activities Experience making glutinous rice cake Complimentary Miao clothing experience, feel the life of Miao girls Trip Highlights Pure play! Pure play! Pure play! Zero shopping written into the contract, compensation for entering shops! 🎫Tickets: All attraction tickets included in the itinerary Ample time in scenic areas for in-depth enjoyment One car, one guide, the guide provides attentive service throughout the scenic areas 🏠Accommodation: Comfortable hotels throughout the trip, a pleasant journey

The Xiaoqikong scenic area in Libo, Qiannan Buyei and Miao Autonomous Prefecture, Guizhou, is a beautiful and magnificent attraction. It is known as the 'leading beauty' of Qiannan and even the whole Guizhou tourism, loved by tourists for its unique scenery and not being troubled by commercialization. Attraction Information • Address: Xiaoqikong scenic area, Qiannan Buyei and Miao Autonomous Prefecture, Guizhou, with a total length of 7km. • Opening hours: 7:00-19:00 • Ticket price: Peak season 130 yuan, off-season 110 yuan, sightseeing car 40 yuan. Free admission for people over 70 years old, half-price discount for people aged 60-70 with ID, and half-price discount for students. Must-visit Attractions 1. Xiaoqikong, Loyal Bridge: Surrounded by ancient trees, reflected in the water, the stream is clear to the bottom. This bridge is called the 'Loyal Bridge' by later generations. 2. Tonggu Bridge, Treasure of the Town: The bridge body adopts the shape of Yao Mountain's bronze drums, and the relief patterns on it symbolize the dignity of the Yao people, displaying a unique and ancient national culture. 3. Laya Waterfall: The waterfall is as powerful as a mountain collapsing, with a roar like thunder, spectacular and exhilarating. 4. 68-level Cascading Waterfall: A precious habitat for baby fish, the layered waterfalls pour down, providing a cool and beautiful enjoyment. 5. Water Forest: A barrier of emerald formed by dense trees and shrubs, with clear river water interspersed among them, giving a magical feeling. 6. Mandarin Duck Lake: A water maze, rowing a wooden boat into the center of the lake, feeling the colorful and mysterious water maze. 7. Wolong Pool: The lake water is mysterious and enchanting under the light and shadow, shaped like a dragon's body, lying on the lake to rest. Must-try Foods 1. Bamboo tube rice, fried potatoes, fried small fish: Available for sale at designated stalls in the scenic area, priced at 5 yuan each. 2. Zhangjiang grilled fish: Taste at the gourmet shops on Xiaoqikong town, 48 yuan per jin. Tour Suggestions • Best season to visit: Early July to early August, during this time the water volume is large, and after the rainy season, the sediment settles, making the water clearer. • Suggested visiting time: About 4 hours. • If you only have one day, you can skip the Daqikong and directly visit the essence of Xiaoqikong. • It is highly recommended to take the sightseeing car within the scenic area, as the area is large, and the sightseeing car can take you conveniently to all attractions. The above is the travel guide for Xiaoqikong in Libo, hoping to help tourists planning to visit. Feel free to ask me questions or share your travel stories!

If you have been to three, you can show off in front of your friends; if you can go to more than half, then you are the king of the travel industry. 1. Mount Laojun: Located in Henan, Mount Laojun is a real palace in the sky. The mountains here are green and the temples are solemn, giving a mysterious and quiet feeling. It is worth mentioning that it is not open to foreigners. 2. The Forbidden City: The glory and shock of the Forbidden City are indescribable. Walking in this former royal palace, you will deeply understand the profound cultural heritage of the Chinese nation. 3. Jiuzhaigou: After returning from Jiuzhaigou, you will not look at water, and after returning from the Five Mountains, you will not look at mountains. The lakes, waterfalls, and colorful forests of Jiuzhaigou make people feel like they are in a fairyland on earth. 4. Changbai Mountain: You must bring your loved one here, the whole Tianchi and water monsters are confessing to you. In winter, Changbai Mountain is covered with snow, like a beautiful painting. 5. Libo Xiaoqikong: The emerald left by God in the world. It combines the mountains and waters of Zhangjiajie and Jiuzhaigou, which is very beautiful. 6. Wuyuan: Half mountain mist and half mountain yellow, better than the living paradise on earth. The rural scenery of Wuyuan is simple and elegant, intoxicating. 7. Enshi: Go to Xianbenna in China, cross the Pingshan Grand Canyon, and stay in the cliff glass house in the heart of the earth valley. The landscape here is so beautiful that it makes people's hearts move. 8. Hulunbuir: Here, you can ride a horse on the grassland and feel the freedom of the wind. Blue sky, white clouds, green grass, constitute the unique magnificent scenery of Hulunbuir. The above 8 places, both the natural wonders and the treasures of the world. Walking through these places, you will gain a unique travel memory. In the future, why not include them one by one and become the king of the travel industry.

🌈 Libo Xiaoqikong in Guizhou, a picturesque place! 🎉 ✨ Here you can find emerald lakes, crystal clear, like a mirror reflecting the surrounding mountains and trees. 🌳 🚣 You can take a boat tour, feel the tranquility and beauty of the lake, as if you are in a fairyland. 💕 🌊 There are also spectacular waterfalls, cascading down from the mountains, splashing water droplets everywhere, making you feel the power of nature. 🌄 🏞️ In Xiaoqikong, you can stroll along the forest paths, breathe the fresh air, listen to the birds singing, and feel the peace and beauty of nature. 🌳 📸 The scenery here is enchanting, making you linger and forget to return. Come to Xiaoqikong and experience this beautiful natural scenery! 💖

Guizhou is definitely a treasure trove of tourism hidden in southwest China✨. When you set foot on this mysterious land, you will be awed by its spectacular natural scenery and diverse ethnic cultures. The mountains are undulating⛰️, the streams are gurgling, and the ancient ballads and lyrics take you to feel this rare beauty~ This time, Xiaoye takes you through the vast mountains and waters, staying in three major secluded view hotels, each with its own ethnic characteristics🎊. Participate in Miao wax dyeing, Miao King feast and other characteristic activities, and feel the charm of Guizhou together~ ——— ⭕Colorful·Guizhou 5-day luxury vacation 🔥Private small group: one order, one group, starting from 2 people 🔥Suitable type: hotel control, love to take pictures, parent-child family, couple girlfriends 📖Package content ✅Luxury accommodation: 🔸Huangguoshu Craftsmen's Lodge·Village Dawn 🔸Xijiang Sanchunli·Meng Resort Hotel 🔸Yaochi Xiaoqikong Homestay 🔸Guiyang Kempinski Hotel ✅Travel car: 5/7/9 seat SUV or high-end business car ✅Driver and guide service: senior driver and guide, safe and secure ✅Attraction tickets: all inclusive (full ticket + experience + travel shoot) ✅Included meals: full breakfast + Miao King feast ✅Special gift: 24h airport transfer + PICC travel insurance + mineral water ⭕Itinerary highlights ✔️Thousand Miao Village Miao costume travel shoot, be a Miao girl for a day ✔️Immersive Miao wax dyeing experience, leave a handmade souvenir ✔️Hiking in the oxygen bar Miao King Mountain, breathe fresh air of nature ✔️Participate in the grand Miao King long table banquet, taste ethnic special food ✔️The host and guest drink, express respect with the method of passing on ⭕Introduction to the beautiful view accommodation 🏨Craftsmen's Lodge Village Dawn Hotel The hotel is renovated from a Buyi ancient village with a history of 600 years, located halfway up the Huangguoshu Waterfall. The village stone village gives people a simple atmosphere, and there are also tea rooms, wax dyeing rooms, infinity pools, etc., so that you can feel the unique charm of Guizhou 🏨Sanchunli Meng Resort Hotel It has a beautiful viewing angle of the Thousand Miao Village, and you can take in the scenery at a glance when you open the window. Standing in the infinity pool, overlooking the layered mountains and houses, there is also a canyon swing, which is exciting and thrilling while enjoying the mountain and forest scenery, and the experience is full! 🏨Xiaoqikong Homestay Located in the main gathering place of the White Trousers Yao people, it is known as the "Eastern Indian", built according to the characteristics of the village, during special festival times, there are Yao compatriots offering the highest rituals of "gun firing" and "door blocking wine", taking you to experience the most primitive ethnic culture ✈️Route details D1 Guiyang pick-up - check in hotel - Guiyang city walk D2 Guiyang - Huangguoshu Waterfall D3 Huangguoshu - Xiaoqikong Scenic Area D4 Libo - Xijiang Thousand Miao Village D5 Xijiang Thousand Miao Village - Guiyang drop-off

On the morning of the third day of the Spring Festival at 10 o'clock, Libo Xiaoqikong! Buy a ticket at the east gate of Xiaoqikong and walk about 500 meters to take a bus to the first scenic spot, Wolongtan, at the west gate. The bus is all uphill and it's quite exciting for tourists who have never run on mountain roads! - The first scenic spot at the west gate, Wolongtan: Wolongtan is a waterfall formed by an artificial dam on the Wolong River. This is a place worth taking pictures. Once you get here, you will be attracted by the blue-green water. - Ziding Lake: Located at the upper end of Cuigu Wetland, the lake is wide and the landscape is beautiful. Here, the water is clear and there are fish. - Cuigu Waterfall: A must-visit spot, the photos can't present the spectacular scene. - 68-level Dripping Waterfall: One of the highlights of Xiaoqikong, the stream forms waterfalls of various sizes and shapes on the layered riverbed. - Broken Bridge Waterfall: It flows straight down from the cliff, and is a popular spot for tourists to take photos and check in. - Xiaoqikong Bridge: The scenic area is named after the Xiaoqikong Bridge, a small stone bridge with seven holes built in the Qing Dynasty. It was said to be a major waterway at that time. This is the highlight of the scenic area and a popular check-in spot. - Tonggu Bridge: The Tonggu Bridge spanning the Zhangjiang River is a cable bridge built in the early 1990s. Remember to take photos and check in. The various scenic spots from the west gate to the east gate are all downhill, which is relatively labor-saving. By the time we reached the bus stop at the east gate, it was already 3 o'clock in the afternoon. We were too tired to visit the Daqikong scenic spot! Xiaoqikong is worth a visit for its green mountains and clear waters!

Unveiling the 'Qian' of Guizhou: Originating from ancient history and culture Among the many place names in the vast land of China, the beautiful place of Guizhou always makes people yearn for. When we delve into the history and culture of Guizhou, we will find a fascinating name - 'Qian'. So, why is Guizhou called 'Qian'? Let's unravel this mystery together. From the perspective of etymology, the word 'Qian' originally referred to a type of fish, and later generally referred to black objects in the water. Guizhou is located in a remote area where high mountains, deep valleys, and rivers intertwine. Due to its special geographical environment, the mountainous area is rainy, the sunshine time is short, and the vegetation is lush. Many mountain rivers are generally dark green or deep black, so they are called 'Qian Water' or 'Qian River'. This special water color has also become one of the symbols of Guizhou, making the word 'Qian' gradually used to represent various aspects of this region's humanities, history, culture, etc. From a historical and cultural perspective, Guizhou was historically part of the area where the Qian Kingdom was located. During the Yuan Dynasty, Guizhou established the Qianzhou Province, which was renamed Guizhou Governor's Office in the Ming Dynasty, and the Guizhou Governor's Office was established in the Qing Dynasty. The naming of these administrative divisions is inseparable from the word 'Qian', highlighting Guizhou's important position in history. In addition, the three regions of Qiannan, Qiandongnan, and Qianxinan are named after their locations within Guizhou Province, further highlighting the unique significance of the word 'Qian' in Guizhou culture. In addition to the above explanations, we can also delve into the deeper meaning of the word 'Qian'. In ancient times, people often regarded black objects in the water as mysterious and sacred symbols, because black represents depth and unknown. As a place full of mystery, Guizhou's beauty of mountains and rivers and the charm of humanities make people feel a mysterious power. Therefore, the word 'Qian' is not only a description of Guizhou's geographical environment, but also a praise and praise for Guizhou's unique charm. On the land of Guizhou, there are a variety of natural landscapes and cultural heritage. From the magnificent Huangguoshu Waterfall to the mysterious Libo Xiaoqikong, from the quaint Miao Village to the solemn Dong Drum Tower, every corner exudes unique charm. The word 'Qian' as the representative of Guizhou, even more so, these beautiful scenery and cultural heritage are condensed together, becoming the symbol and pride of Guizhou. In the long river of history, this land of Guizhou has been given a unique name - Qian. This name originated from the ancient people's name for the south, and Guizhou is located in the south of our country, so it is named 'Qian'. In addition, Guizhou has an ancient name called 'Qianzhong', because it is located in the central part of the south of our country, it is an important passage connecting the east, west, south, and north, so it is called 'Qianzhong'. Let's travel through time and space, back to the Western Zhou period, when Guizhou was a vassal state - Qian State. This country is located in today's Guizhou and Yunnan area, and was an important political center in the ancient southwestern region. The establishment and development of the Qian State left a heavy stroke in the history of Guizhou. Let's take a look at the three regions under the jurisdiction of Guizhou Province: Qiannan, Qiandongnan, and Qianxinan. These three regions are named after their geographical locations, located in the south, southeast, and southwest of Guizhou Province respectively.

Hello everyone! Today I want to share with you a beautiful place - Libo Xiaoqikong! 🌄 Libo Xiaoqikong is located in the southwestern part of Libo County, Qiannan Buyi and Miao Autonomous Prefecture, Guizhou Province, China, 28 kilometers away from the county seat. This is a national AAAAA level scenic spot and also a world natural heritage! 🌟 The name of the scenic area comes from a small seven-hole ancient bridge built in the 15th year of Daoguang (1836). This ancient bridge is not only the symbol of the scenic area, but also has a beautiful legend. 🌹 According to the legend, the small seven-hole bridge was the end point of a couple who loved each other but could not be together. When they came to the bridge, they were blocked by the raging river. When they were preparing to jump into the river and die for love, seven fairies were moved by their true love and transformed into a seven-hole bridge to help them. 🧚‍♀️ The fairy told them that this bridge embodies the power of time and fate. Every step they take, they will age a bit, representing a year they have passed. When they walked through the seven holes, they were old, but it also meant that they had spent a lifetime together. In the end, on the seven-hole bridge, the couple walked hand in hand, without regrets. 💑 In addition to the small seven-hole bridge, there are other beautiful attractions in the scenic area, such as the Tonggu Bridge. 🛤️ Tonggu Bridge is located at the east gate of Xiaoqikong Scenic Area, spanning the Zhangjiang River. It was built in 1993 and rebuilt in 2001. The ends of the bridge are designed in the shape of Yao Mountain's bronze drum, hence the name Tonggu Bridge. The Yao people of Yao Mountain regard the bronze drum as a gift from God, a treasure of the village, and a symbol of power. 🎶 In Libo Xiaoqikong, you can not only enjoy the beautiful natural scenery, but also feel the rich ethnic culture. Every landscape here, every legend, can make you deeply feel the magic of nature and the charm of humanities. 🌿 If you like natural scenery and like to explore the unknown, then Libo Xiaoqikong is definitely a place you can't miss! 🌄

Libo Xiaoqikong Travel Guide (Essential Edition) Daqikong and Xiaoqikong are connected, many people say there is no need to go to Daqikong, but I think Daqikong is very quiet, if you like quiet and want to feel the tranquility, you can go and see (I posted Daqikong in another note) Xiaoqikong is really beautiful, it is worthy of being rated as "the most beautiful place in China" by National Geographic, and one of the most touching landscapes by Lonely Planet. But if you happen to go after it has just rained, then congratulations, the water you see is not called emerald, but yellow gem.

Originally, I thought it would take a whole day to tour Xiaoqikong! Not wanting to wake up early to catch the high-speed train, I arrived at Libo the night before! It's a five-minute walk from the accommodation to the east gate of the scenic area! ‼️However! Recently, during the off-season, if you're like me and just want to see the green waters, there's really no need to stay overnight in advance! It's fine to arrive at Libo by high-speed train at noon! It's only a 15-minute drive from Libo station to the scenic area! Very convenient! -Travel guides all say it's easier to enter from the west gate~ We were closer to the east gate and wanted to take the sightseeing bus from the east gate to the west gate! But it's only available before 10 am!! We missed it, so we still took the bus from the east gate to the Xiaoqikong Bridge! First, we visited the Xiaoqikong Bridge! The green waters are really healing! Then we took the sightseeing bus from Xiaoqikong Bridge to the west gate! Then we changed buses to go to Wolongtan! The mountain road is quite long, and I dozed off for a while... We hardly walked at all. The highlight is Wolongtan! Absolutely beautiful! The purpose of this trip to Xiaoqikong was to see the water at Wolongtan! It reminded me of the colorful pools in Jiuzhaigou~ Very beautiful! And it was sunny on Monday when we went! The water was even bluer! And there were very few people! The advantage of traveling during the off-season is the smaller crowds! Wolongtan is currently only open to the elderly route! The young people's route is closed! 📝The scenic area automatically selects the easy mode for you! Not tiring at all! After Wolongtan, we took the sightseeing bus to Mandarin Duck Lake and Emerald Valley Waterfall. It's the dry season now, so the water level is low and the boating activity is closed. There's nothing to see or do. During the peak season, it's said that you can boat for an hour~ Next to Mandarin Duck Lake, there's a cave where you can see stalactites... It costs an additional 8 yuan per person~ I'm not interested in rocks, so I didn't go in. Moving on to Emerald Valley Waterfall~ As soon as we got off the bus, it didn't seem worth the visit and there was a bit of a walk. Since I mainly came for Wolongtan! To see the blue and green waters! So I turned around and left~ Took the bus back to the east gate to end this trip! I didn't walk much on this trip! Whether entering from the east gate or the west gate, the travel strategies are the same for me. Mainly took the bus! Not very tiring! So! For those who come during the off-season to see the green waters and don't like walking! Two hours is enough!!