Tusi Ancient City@Enshi
by Allicer
Mar 25, 2025
  
Enshi Tujia and Miao Autonomous Prefecture – a hidden gem in southwestern Hubei! Nestled in the heart of the Wuling Mountains, it's dubbed "Hubei's Shangri-La" 💫  
The karst landscapes are so majestic they look photoshopped, the Tujia and Miao cultures exude mystery, and the pristine ecosystem feels like a lung cleanse 🌿  
Hands down the most breathtaking place I've visited this year ‼️  
🔍 6 Must-Visit Attractions Guide 👇  
1️⃣ TOP1 Enshi Grand Canyon  
📍Address: Mufu Office, Enshi City  
🎫Ticket: ¥185 (includes shuttle bus)  
💡Highlights:  
√ Yunlong Ground Fissure: A 300m+ deep canyon crack with cascading waterfalls – absolutely stunning 💥  
√ Qixingzhai: Worth the 4-hour hike! The "One Pillar of Incense" rock formation is unreal, every shot looks like a National Geographic cover 📸  
✨Tips: Wear sports shoes! Bring rain gear in wet seasons, and opt for the cable car combo to save energy~  
2️⃣ Hefeng Pingshan Canyon  
📍Address: Pingshan Village, Rongmei Town, Hefeng County  
🎫Ticket: ¥210 (includes boat ride)  
🚣♀️Viral Experience:  
Glass-bottom boat drifting! Crystal-clear "jelly-like" water turns magical when sunlight hits 💙  
㊙️Fun Fact: The viral "floating boat" TikTok video (1M+ likes) was filmed here!  
❗Note: Daily cap of 3,000 visitors – book 3 days ahead!  
3️⃣ Lichuan Tenglong Cave  
📍Address: No.1 Tenglong Ave, Lichuan  
🎫Ticket: ¥150 (includes electric cart)  
🌌Asia's Karst Cave:  
Mountains, rivers, and waterfalls INSIDE the cave! The laser show alone is worth it 🌈  
Bonus: Hot air balloon rides at the entrance – don’t miss it on clear days!  
4️⃣ Enshi Tujia Fortress  
📍Jingui Ave, downtown Enshi  
🎫Ticket: ¥50  
🏯Tujia-style "Forbidden City":  
The 9-tier wooden Jiujintang Hall is incredible! Free cultural performances 3x daily 💃  
📸Pro Tip: Rent Tujia costumes for epic photos~  
5️⃣ Tujia Daughter City  
📍No.41 Ma'anshan Rd, Enshi  
🆓Free entry!  
🌃Nightlife Must-Do:  
√ Catch the live "Matchmaking Fair" show  
√ Feast at the snack street: Oil tea ¥5/bowl, fried potatoes ¥10/plate  
√ Rent ethnic outfits for ¥30 and snap away  
6️⃣ Suobuya Stone Forest  
📍Taiyanghe Township, Enshi  
🎫Ticket: ¥78  
🗿460-Million-Year-Old Stone Forest:  
Crowd-free and surreal! The "Stone Lotus" formations are otherworldly – geology lovers, this is your spot ⛰️  
🚗 Transport Guide:  
✈️Flight: Xujiaping Airport  
🚄High-speed rail: Enshi Station is super convenient!  
⚠️Key: Attractions are scattered – book private cars or day tours (via Trip.com)  
🏨 Stay Smart:  
Base in downtown Enshi!  
Recommended: Atour/Hampton by Hilton for easy access  
Pingshan area homestays are basic  
🍲 Foodie Checklist:  
✔️Zhangguan Hezha (¥40/person, all-you-can-eat)  
✔️Bacon stir-fried with Zhaguangjiao (spicy & sour)  
✔️Baiyang dried tofu (¥5/bag, perfect souvenir)  
✔️Oil tea (Tujia-style milk tea)  
📸 Classic 3-Day Itinerary:  
Day1: Tujia Fortress → Daughter City night stroll  
Day2: Full-day Grand Canyon hike  
Day3: Choose Tenglong Cave OR Pingshan Canyon  
💡 Pro Tips:  
☑️Peak season: Apr-Oct (Pingshan tickets sell out!)  
☑️Must-pack: Sports shoes + sunscreen + cash  
☑️Mountain temps vary – bring layers  
Enshi’s beauty defies words!  
Every snapshot is wallpaper-worthy – girls, pack your bags 👯♀️
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