Hongya Travel Guide for March–May: Hidden Gems from a Local

📍[Must-See Attractions in Hongya from March to May]

1️⃣ Wawu Mountain Forest Park🌸
✅ Rhododendron flower sea in April and May: Rhododendrons cover the mountains and plains, and the Dove Tree ("panda of the plant world") is in full bloom. It's breathtakingly beautiful! The sea of clouds and sunrise at the summit are also super stunning. Recommended hiking route: "Zhuoshan Cloud Trail - Rhododendron Garden - Yuanyang Pond."
⚠️ Note: The summit is 5–10℃ lower than the foot of the mountain, so bring a jacket! Buy cable car tickets in advance (CNY 98 for a round trip). Entry to the park is not allowed after 2pm.

2️⃣ Liujiang Ancient Town🏮
✅ A scene reminiscent of the Jiangnan region in the rain: bluestone streets, stilted buildings, and century-old banyan trees are perfect for taking ancient-style photos! Must-try dishes include rattan pepper duck, Jiuda Wan (a traditional banquet), and Wansui jelly.
⚠️ Tips: It's even more beautiful on rainy days, but remember to wear non-slip shoes! Don't miss the Zeng Family Mansion (a Qing Dynasty mansion).

3️⃣ Qinggangping Tea Space🍵
✅ Spring tea picking experience: The tea trees are at their most lush after the Qingming Festival in April. Experience tea picking with a bamboo basket + tea making, and you can also enjoy a tea banquet.

4️⃣ Yuping Mountain🌲
✅ Forest oxygen bar + thrilling activities: glass plank road, paragliding, waterfall hiking. The forest sports park is recommended for those with kids.

5️⃣ Qiliping Hot Spring♨️
✅ A must for special forces itineraries: Soaking in the hot springs after climbing the mountain is super relaxing! The hot spring pools are surrounded by forests, and the experience is great in April when there are fewer people.

🍜[Local Foodie List]
Hongya County: Xiulan Xuejie Spicy Hot Pot (spicy marinated broth + fried sweet aroma), Deyuan Building (cured meat)
Ancient Town Snacks: rattan pepper Bobo chicken, tofu rice, slate barbecue.