[2025 Nanning Attraction] Travel Guide for Taohua Island (Updated Jun)

Listen up, friends! I just took my parents on a whirlwind tour of Qingxiu Mountain, and my legs are screaming! 😭 This botanical garden is 3 times bigger than the Forbidden City! Follow my route and survival guide for a smooth trip with amazing photos! (Nanny-level route map included) 🚗 Transportation Tip: Don't trust the map navigation to the East Gate! 90% of tourists are crammed there in line. Locals told me to enter through the North Gate (B10 bus goes directly there). Security is faster, with fewer people, and it's cooler! For the return trip, exit from the West Gate and take the subway—super convenient~🚌 🌿 Optimized Route (Original route retained + tested improvements): North Gate > Orchid Garden > Shade Plant Garden > Sightseeing Bus > Guanyin Zen Temple > Ancient & Modern Photo Spot > Peach Blossom Island > Sightseeing Bus > Huanshan Xiuping > China-Thailand Friendship Garden > Longxiang Tower > Buyun Gate > Sightseeing Bus > West Gate > Yongzhou Pavilion ⚠️Important! Buy the three-trip sightseeing bus ticket (single trip 5 yuan/person, three-trip ticket only 12 yuan). Learn from my painful experience and save enough for 3 cups of milk tea! 🥤 📸 Photo Tips: The mist in the Shade Plant Garden isn't sprayed all day! It sprays for 15 minutes every hour on the hour from 9:00–17:00 (least crowded at noon, 12:00). I recommend wearing a long white dress and standing in the fern area for a truly ethereal look. 🧚♀️ For the ancient & modern photo spot, walk to the third viewing platform (look for the inscribed stone tablet), place your phone on the ground, and shoot upwards. The modern buildings + ancient temple framing is amazing! 🚫 Killer Climb Warning: Longxiang Tower doesn't look tall, but climbing it is equivalent to 15 floors! If you have knee problems, I suggest taking a bottom-up shot (use 2x portrait mode). The sunlight at 4pm gives the tower's tip a golden edge—absolutely stunning! If you're up for the challenge, climb to the top, but remember to bring a small fan. 💨 🌺 Seasonal Hidden Gems: The bougainvillea waterfall behind the China-Thailand Friendship Garden (search for "Thai Red Pavilion") is super photogenic! The snapdragon flower sea is in the Yezi Garden (towards the East Gate). Visiting in March–April is like stepping into a Miyazaki movie. The sightseeing bus driver told me that camellias bloom most vibrantly around Lunar New Year. 💰 Ticket Saving Tip: Student IDs get half price, but you must bring the physical card! Digital versions don't work (don't ask how I know 😭). Seniors over 60 can enter directly with their ID card. I recommend buying tickets in advance on the "Qingxiu Mountain Ticket Mall." Scanning the QR code is 3 times faster than paper tickets! 💡 Local Tips: 1️⃣ Arrive at the North Gate before 9am on weekends to have the entire Orchid Garden mist forest to yourself. 2️⃣ Wait for the lights to come on at Yongzhou Pavilion for the best photos (winter time 18:30 / summer time 19:10). 3️⃣ Avoid visiting on the 1st or 15th of the lunar month! Guanyin Zen Temple is unbelievably crowded, and you'll wait 2 hours to get a fortune stick. 4️⃣ Bring mosquito repellent! Bring mosquito repellent! Bring mosquito repellent! (Important things must be said three times) Flights to Nanning are incredibly cheap right now! Save this guide and tag your hiking buddies—let's go!

Sunset Viewing Nanning Travel Guide: Slow Living in the Green City, Zhuang Ethnic Charm of Landscapes and Cuisine** **🌿 Nanning at a Glance** - **Location**: Capital of Guangxi, "China's Green City," bordering Vietnam - **Best Time to Visit**: **October to April** (avoid humid summers) - **City Highlights**: 🌳 **Half City Greenery, Half City Skyscrapers** · 🍜 **Noodle Paradise** · 🌉 **Window to ASEAN Culture** --- ### **📍 Must-Visit Attractions** **【Natural Scenery】** ✅ **Qingxiu Mountain Scenic Area** - The city's "green lung," climb Longxiang Pagoda for panoramic views of the Yong River - Stunning photo spots: Peach Blossom Island in spring, sunflower fields in autumn ✅ **Daming Mountain** - 1.5-hour drive from downtown, featuring sea of clouds/waterfalls/canyons - Rare winter rime scenery (uncommon in Guangxi) ✅ **Nanhu Lake Park** - Free urban park, don’t miss the nighttime light show **【Cultural Experiences】** ✅ **Guangxi Ethnic Museum** - Showcases Zhuang/Yao/Miao minority cultures, with a full-scale replica of a wind-and-rain bridge ✅ **Three Streets and Two Alleys Historic District** - Revitalized Ming-Qing architecture, visit the City God Temple ✅ **ASEAN Business District** - Southeast Asian-style buildings, dazzling night lights **【Nearby Hidden Gems】** ✅ **Detian Transnational Waterfalls** (2.5-hour drive) - Asia’s largest transnational waterfall, a must-see on the China-Vietnam border ✅ **Yangmei Ancient Town** - Well-preserved Ming-Qing town, enjoy riverfront seafood --- ### **🍜 Food Guide** 🔥 **Must-Try Noodles** - Lao You Fen (stir-fried with sour bamboo shoots and fermented beans, locals' breakfast favorite) - Sheng Zha Mi Fen (slightly sour fermented rice noodles, perfect with perilla leaves) - Juan Tong Fen (Vietnamese-style rolls, yellow bean sauce is key) 🍢 **Night Markets** - Zhongshan Road Night Market (touristy but diverse) - Jianzheng Road Night Market (locals' go-to, budget-friendly) 🍍 **Local Snacks** - Suan Ye (pickled fruits, try mango/guava) - Fen Jiao (translucent dumplings with crushed peanuts) - Huaifen (refreshing sweet soup, summer special) --- ### **🚆 Transportation Tips** - **High-Speed Rail**: Guangzhou→Nanning (3h), Guilin→Nanning (2.5h) - **Subway**: 5 lines cover major attractions (download Nanning Metro app) - **E-Bikes**: Ideal for short trips (ride safely) --- ### **🏨 Accommodation Suggestions** - **Chaoyang Square/Wanxiang Mall Area**: Convenient transport, chain hotels - **Qingxiu Mountain Area**: Serene environment, luxury resorts --- ### **📌 Practical Tips** 1️⃣ Dialect-Friendly: Mandarin works, but local "Nanpu" accent is quirky 2️⃣ Sun & Mosquito Protection: Tropical climate demands repellent 3️⃣ Fruit Paradise: Markets offer lychee/mango/dragon fruit at low prices 4️⃣ Festivals: March 3rd Song Festival (lunar calendar) --- ### **🌟 Unmissable Experiences** ✔ Sunset tea by the Yong River with city lights ✔ Join locals queuing for Suan Ye ✔ Start your day with a bowl of Lao You Fen ✔ Ride e-bikes through banyan-shaded old streets **📅 Itinerary Ideas** **Weekend Trip**: Day1: Qingxiu Mountain → Ethnic Museum → Three Streets and Two Alleys → Zhongshan Night Market Day2: Nanhu Lake → ASEAN Business District → Departure **3-4 Day Deep Dive**: + Day trip to Daming Mountain/Yangmei Ancient Town or 2-day Detian Waterfalls + Mingshi Pastoral tour --- **Nanning—More Low-Key Than Guilin, Richer Than Beihai. This Underrated Provincial Capital Awaits with Lush Greenery and Bold Flavors!** 🌴🍍🛵

Nanning Special Forces Edition One-Day Tour ~ Eat, Drink, and Have Fun 💎 Qingxiu Mountain, a national 5A-level tourist attraction, worth visiting. The tour takes about 3 hours (walking + small train). It is recommended to walk or cycle. Recommended spots include Yinsheng Botanical Garden, Guanyin Zen Temple, photo spots from ancient to modern times, and Peach Blossom Island. 💎 Chaoyang Road Pedestrian Street, the commercial center of Nanning, bustling with many delicious foods. Recommended to try Baisheng’s Big Bear Snail Noodles 💥 and Grandma’s Handmade Drinks, great for check-ins. 💎 Sanjie Liangxiang, one of the better-preserved traditional neighborhoods in Nanning, blending Lingnan architectural style with rich historical and cultural heritage. There are many small shops for check-ins and photos. It’s a 10-minute walk from Chaoyang Road. 💎 Pingxi Old Brand Food Night Market, Nanning has many night markets, but if you only have one night, this is the place to go. Many celebrities have checked in here. From Sanjie Liangxiang, walk across Yongjiang Bridge and along the Yongjiang Riverbank, about 20 minutes to reach the night market. Grilled ribs, thin tofu slices, and honey-glazed ribs are all delicious~ 💎 Tingzi Wharf, a 10-minute walk from the night market, mainly for enjoying Nanning’s night view! 🧰🧰🧰 Tips Accommodation: Near Chaoyang Road, convenient for travel and transportation. Clothing: Check the weather in advance. When I went, it was quite hot, but it can be colder when it rains, so bring a thick jacket. 🪪 Food: Nanning specializes in various noodles. Any local snail noodles or old friend noodles are delicious. I tried several highly recommended places with long queues, but they were just average.

#Overseas travel #China #Dohwado Dohwado is located on the hillside of Nanning's Qingshui Mountain Tourist Complex, overlooking the city center of Nanning, and offers a unique view. The vast fields decorated with peach blossom gardens like an island and the background of the city skyscrapers in the distance are exquisitely harmonized, making it a popular photo spot for many people. Many tourists line up to take pictures with the pavilion, peach blossom fields, and the city in the background. Enjoy it with your eyes and don't get too absorbed in the pictures.. I hope you can feel the beauty of this place a little more..

#Overseas travel #China #Peach Blossom Island Although the name of the place is Peach Blossom Island, it is not an island, but a beautiful place that is decorated like an independent island in the Qingshui Mountain tourist site in Nanning, Guangxi, China. This place, where peach blossoms are in full bloom and covered in pink, is a place where many tourists come to take pictures, but there is a fragrance that cannot be replaced by pictures. You have to walk around here yourself to know its true value, so if you visit Nanning, I recommend you stop by. However, I am not sure when the peach blossoms bloom, so I recommend that you check out the reviews from that time.

Lately, social media feeds have been flooded with pictures of golden trumpet flowers and cherry blossoms, with crowds everywhere. If you're looking to escape the hustle and bustle, the Peach Blossom塢 (Wu) and Peach Blossom Island near the north gate of Qingxiu Mountain are hidden gems for peach blossom viewing! Here, the vibrant peach blossoms bloom freely, creating stunning springtime photos with every shot.📸 As the gentle breeze blows, petals fall like snowflakes, transporting you to a dreamlike wonderland. Just like the famous poem describes, "Human faces and peach blossoms reflect each other's redness," perhaps a romantic encounter awaits you amidst these beautiful blossoms.💘 📍Location: Peach Blossom Wu and Peach Blossom Island, north gate of Qingxiu Mountain 🎫Tickets: Purchase in advance on the official Qingxiu Mountain WeChat account, or easily scan the QR code to buy tickets on-site. ⏰Best viewing time: We recommend visiting in the morning for soft lighting, perfect for taking photos, and to avoid peak crowds. Don't let the crowds at popular attractions deter you. Come to Qingxiu Mountain for a springtime rendezvous with peach blossoms and enjoy the unique romance of spring.🌸

Here's your ultimate guide to a 3-day, 2-night trip to Nanning! Discover 10 hidden flower fields in Qingxiu Mountain + exclusive tips for drivers from neighboring provinces 🚗 📌Trip highlights: 3 top flower fields + 4 limited-time delicacies + tips for avoiding traffic jams 🚗[Road Trip Guide for Drivers from Neighboring Provinces] ▪Departing from Guangdong: Guangkun Expressway → Nanning East (4-hour drive) ✨Hidden Gem in Wuzhou: Exit the expressway and enjoy authentic turtle jelly (adds 40 mins to your drive) ▪Departing from Guizhou/Yunnan: Lanhai/Shankun Expressway → Nanning Ring Road 🌸DAY 1: Immerse yourself in the beauty of Qingxiu Mountain ⏰07:30 Enter through the north gate (park in the north parking lot) 🌷Tulip field (colorful waves like those in Holland, capture a serene wonderland before 8:00) 📸Hidden photo spot: The misting system in the Orchid Garden (go at 9:00/11:00 when the mist sprays!) 🚂10:30 Take the pink train through the flower corridor ▪Route: Peach Blossom Island → Cherry Blossom Garden → Leaf Garden ▪Must-see photo spot: Cherry Blossom Tunnel (3rd stop on the east train line) Recommended: The stunning "Gudao Cafe" on the mountaintop offers breathtaking views of the city—a perfect photo opportunity! ▪️Visit the regional museum in the afternoon ▪️Food recommendations: Guixiaochu, Ganjiajie Lemon Duck 🌸DAY 2: Double flower power + night market fun 💛09:00 Golden Trumpet Trees under the Ferris wheel ▪Navigation: Fengling Children's Park ▪Golden photo opportunity: Wear a JK uniform and pose in front of the Ferris wheel 🎡 🌸14:00 Cherry Blossom Valley in Shimen Forest Park 🚗Parking tip: Park at the Exhibition and Convention Center and walk 5 minutes 🍢18:30 Double the fun at Jianzheng Road Night Market + Langxi Night Market ▪Must-try combo: Guji rice noodle rolls + satay-style barbecue + Thai-style raw marinated seafood + fried duck legs 🌸DAY 3: Cultural and floral experience 🎋09:00 Guangxi Museum of Nationalities ▪Hidden flower spot: Bougainvillea waterfall in front of Tonggu Square 🍵12:00 Explore the time-honored delicacies of Shuijie (Water Street) ▪Winning combo👊: Huang A'po rice noodles + sun-dried Sophora japonica flower rice noodles + A Guang fried dough sticks 🌼[Essential Packing List for Road Trippers] 1⃣ Roof luggage box (for hanfu/reflectors) 2⃣ Portable cooler (for night market snacks) 3⃣ New energy vehicles: Check the locations of charging stations in the city in advance 📸[Photo Guide for the Three Flower Fields] ✔Qingxiu Mountain: White dress + straw bag (Monet style) ✔Golden Trumpet Trees: Light blue JK uniform (Japanese anime style) ✔Cherry Blossom Valley: Hanfu with an oil-paper umbrella (traditional Chinese style) Nanning's flower fields are in full bloom this spring. Don't miss out—you'll have to wait another year!

Qingxiu Mountain is the place to enjoy flowers, and the spring in Nanning is gifted by peach and cherry blossoms. The hillsides of Qingxiu Mountain are covered with peach and cherry blossoms The peach blossoms have finally reached their blooming period They are absolutely stunning Families, rush over this weekend! 🌺 Enjoy the peach blossoms 📍 Location: Enter from the North Gate ➡️ Peach Blossom Grove/Peach Blossom Island ✔️ On the sloped hillside/by the window of the thatched cottage ✔️ Next to the wooden gate of the uphill trail by the thatched cottage ✔️ Beside the large rocks on the trail/mid-mountain pavilion, etc. All are excellent spots for taking photos 📸 Peach Blossom Grove and Peach Blossom Island 🈶 have short paths connecting them You can visit both together 🌸 Enjoy the cherry blossoms 📍 Location: Enter from the East Gate - Cherry Blossom Garden ✔️ The corridor to the left of the Sakura Pavilion on the mountain is a secret spot for taking great photos Or ✔️ Take romantic shots of the flower sea from the hillside It is recommended to come after 3:30 PM Play until dark and you can also see the lantern festival 📌 Note: The peach and cherry blossoms are quite far apart 🉑 After entering from the East or North Gate Take the mini train 🚂 to travel between areas Come and check in together