Libo: The Earth's Green Gem! More magical than Jiuzhaigou, wilder than Guilin, 500 RMB per person for 3 days of fun
by lucastravel
Sep 18, 2025
💥 "Who says paradise has to be expensive? In Libo, Guizhou, 38 RMB for a full meal of sour fish soup, 100+ RMB to stay in a landscape painting, even National Geographic calls it 'China's most beautiful place'! After the high-speed rail opens in 2024, keep this 3-day, 2-night nanny-level guide handy~"
🚄 2024 Latest Transportation
▪️ New High-Speed Rail Line: Guiyang North → Libo Station (1.5 hours direct), 10-minute taxi ride from the station to the scenic area
▪️ Money-saving tip: Buying round-trip tickets for the scenic area shuttle bus is more cost-effective (25 RMB one way)
📸 Three Must-Shoot Legendary Spots
1️⃣ Xiaoqikong Ancient Bridge (least crowded 7:00-8:30)
👉 Shooting tip: crouch low to capture the bridge arch reflection, bring a wide-angle lens for better shots
2️⃣ Mandarin Duck Lake Transparent Boat (💰60 RMB/hour)
👉 Hidden trick: paddle to the deepest spot to find the "tree hole light and shadow," best sunlight at 11 AM
3️⃣ Yaoshan Ancient Village Autumn Drying Terrace
👉 Shoot smoke and terraced fields at 5 PM, Yao grandmas will actively teach you how to pose
🍜 Local Secret Foods
✔️ Breakfast: Rongjiang Rice Rolls (Xiaoqikong East Gate "Grandma's Stall" 5 RMB/serving)
✔️ Main Meal: "Zhaishangyao" Sour Soup Beef Hotpot (40 RMB per person, comes with bayberry wine)
✔️ Late Night Snack: Zhangjiang Night Market Grilled Fragrant Pork (15 RMB/skewer, look for "Old Pan's")
🏡 2024 Newly Opened Homestay Recommendations
▪️ Guanshan Pavilion (80 RMB per person): rooftop terrace with panoramic view of Xiaoqikong
▪️ Yaoyun Mountain Residence (150 RMB including breakfast): experience Yao herbal foot soak + intangible cultural heritage tie-dyeing
⚠️ Pitfall Avoidance Guide
✖️ Don’t trust "skip-the-line" scalpers! The scenic area limits visitors and requires real-name reservations
✖️ Don’t go to Daqikong after 4 PM, poor lighting won’t capture the natural bridge’s stunning effect
✖️ Say no to roadside "free photos," printing costs 30 RMB per photo
💬 Interactive Giveaway
"Which Libo attraction do you most want to experience? Comment below to enter a draw for 3 winners to receive the '2024 Libo Hand-drawn Map' 🎁"
(Guide updated and tested in July 2024, high-speed rail tickets + entrance fees verified ✅)
Post by lucastravel | Sep 18, 2025














