A city hiding the mysterious aura of the ancient Yelang Kingdom

Guiyang, a city hiding the mysterious aura of the ancient Yelang Kingdom, is an absolute must-visit for Huaxi Yelang Valley! With its unique landforms and rich ethnic customs, every shot you take is a masterpiece📸

🎫 Attraction Guide:
Tickets are only 20 RMB per person, and students get half price with a student ID! Recommended visit time is 2-3 hours. Yelang Valley is a natural scenic area dominated by karst landforms, featuring all kinds of peculiar rock formations perfect for photos. Opening hours are 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM, and it’s best to visit in the afternoon when the lighting is good.

🚌 Transportation Tips:
1️⃣ Bus: Take bus 207 from downtown Guiyang directly to the scenic area entrance, fare is 2 RMB
2️⃣ Taxi: About 40 minutes from Guiyang North Station, fare around 50 RMB
3️⃣ Self-drive: Navigate to "Huaxi Yelang Valley," ample parking available

🍲 Food Recommendations:
There are specialty snack stalls at the entrance of the scenic area, be sure to try:
✅ Changwang Noodles: A Guiyang specialty, with chewy noodles and rich toppings
✅ Millet Residue: A traditional snack made from millet, fragrant, sweet, and soft
✅ Sour Soup Fish: A local specialty, sour and spicy to whet your appetite
Nearby is the "Yelang Valley Ethnic Restaurant," where you can enjoy authentic Miao-style sour soup fish

🏨 Accommodation Suggestions:
Recommended to stay in Huaxi District, convenient for visiting Qingyan Ancient Town the next day:
1️⃣ Huaxi Grand Hotel: Four-star, fully equipped
2️⃣ Yelang Valley Homestay: A distinctive homestay near the scenic area to experience local customs

⚠️ Notes:
1️⃣ Some paths in the scenic area are steep, it’s recommended to wear non-slip sports shoes
2️⃣ Strong UV rays in summer, remember to bring sunscreen
3️⃣ Respect local ethnic minority customs, do not touch folk items casually
4️⃣ Best photo time is between 3-5 PM when the light is softest

You will definitely get a stunning set of photos to impress your friends here! The mysterious aura and unique scenery of Yelang Valley will make you instantly fall in love with Guiyang city💕

Post by SableDunes111 | Aug 21, 2025

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