Xinyi Half-Day Escape from the City Guide | A Hidden Oxygen-Rich Getaway Near Maoming

🌿 Perfect for: Friends around Maoming/Xinyi seeking a weekend short trip to avoid crowds, easily enjoying mountain forest oxygen therapy + fruit picking experience～ 📍 Core Route (Easier with walking in + sightseeing vehicle out): Lihua Valley → Lihua Valley Waterfall (800m direct walk) → Shuanghe Village → Viral Shuanghe Bridge → Self-picked Sanhua Plums (All along one scenic route, super healing views!) 🌟 Highlights at a Glance: - ✅ Lihua Valley - Ticket: 18 RMB/person, free for veterans, free entry after 17:30 - Free parking, navigate to "Lihua Valley" by car - Waterfall and mountain forest trails are photogenic anywhere (see pics 1/2/3) - ✅ Shuanghe Village - Whole village planted with Sanhua plums, must-visit viral Shuanghe Bridge! - Fair prices: Mineral water same price as outside, no scenic area markup - Specialty: Countless stalls selling marinated Sanhua plums, perfectly sweet-sour to cut greasiness～ - ✅ Fruit Picking Experience - Fresh-picked Sanhua plums 18 RMB/jin (minimum 10 jin), remember to bargain! - Personal test: 5 RMB can buy moderately sweet-sour fruits, super fun to pick and eat on the spot～ 📝 Tips: - Wear comfortable shoes, some sections require walking - Afternoon light is softer for better photos - Bring snacks, limited food options in the village