Explore Songmingyan, a journey through a thousand years of ancient charm

Absolutely blown away by this hidden stunning secret spot in Gansu! Songmingyan truly amazed me, every snap feels like a cinematic masterpiece 🏞

📍Address: Diaotan Village, Songming Town, Hezheng County, Linxia Hui Autonomous Prefecture
🎫Ticket: 43 RMB
⏰Opening Hours: 08:30-17:30

Right upon entering the scenic area, I was stunned by the breathtaking view! Climbing the steps, you'll encounter a gorgeous waterfall, with water cascading down the cliff spectacularly 💦 There are many viewing platforms in the mountains to overlook the entire canyon, offering an incredibly wide view～

My favorite part is definitely the forest oxygen bar here 🌲 Towering ancient trees block out the sun, and walking along the forest trails is especially healing! Photos taken here have a natural cinematic filter effect; I recommend wearing bright-colored clothes for better shots 📸

Travel tips:
✅ Arrive around 9 AM for fewer crowds and better scenery
✅ Wear non-slip shoes as some stone steps can be slippery
✅ Bring a light jacket; it’s 5-8°C cooler in the mountains than in the city
✅ The scenic area sells snacks like cold noodles and niangpi at affordable prices
✅ You can take the scenic area shuttle bus for 15 RMB per person, very convenient

Notes:
⚠ Some sections are quite steep, so be extra careful with elderly and children
⚠ The waterfall is more spectacular during the rainy season when water flow is stronger
⚠ The whole visit takes about 3-4 hours