Help! In July, Liupanshui is the real-life fridge with a 20°C summer you won't want to leave

While the rest of the country is in "barbecue mode," Liupanshui enjoys peaceful summer days at 20°C. Alpine meadows, Yi ethnic culture, local delicacies... Ready to join me for a refreshing summer getaway? Here's a foolproof 3-day, 2-night itinerary 👇

🗺️ Itinerary

Day 1: Shuicheng Ancient Town → Wumeng Grassland

📍 Shuicheng Ancient Town: After arriving in Liupanshui in the morning, head straight to this 290-year-old ancient town. Visit the Third Front Construction Museum where giant gear walls transport you back to an era of passion. For lunch, hit the night market—try sizzling potato cakes, stinky tofu, and Third Front pork on an iron griddle, dipped in five-spice chili powder (about ¥30/person).
📍 Wumeng Grassland: In the afternoon, explore this 100,000-acre alpine meadow straight out of a Miyazaki film. At dusk, climb to the Buddha Viewing Platform for a 70% chance to witness the "Buddha's Light" phenomenon. Stay overnight in a yurt tent hotel under a starry sky.

Day 2: Yeyuhai Resort (Sky Love Cliff Hotel → Sightseeing Train → Yushe National Forest Park)

📍 Sky Love Cliff Hotel: Perched 565m above a canyon, its glass observation deck offers cloud-level thrills.
📍 Sightseeing Train: Ride the world's highest narrow-gauge train through primeval forests and Yi villages, evoking Spirited Away's sea train.
📍 Yushe National Forest Park: Walk 5km of wooden trails among rare dove trees and yews. Try summer grass skiing (¥50/ride), then unwind at Yeyuhai Resort Hotel—book their star-gazing tents 1 month early for Milky Way views.

Day 3: Meihua Mountain Ski Resort → Meihua Mountain Cableway → Departure

📍 Meihua Mountain Ski Resort: Experience summer grass skiing from 2,600m peaks.
📍 Meihua Mountain Cableway: The world's longest cableway (9.91km) offers panoramic views of wetlands, lakes, and canyons from glass cabins. The nearby high-speed rail station makes departure effortless!

🚗 Transportation

1. To Liupanshui: Take high-speed rail to "Liupanshui Station" (2hrs from Guiyang).
2. Local travel: Charter a car (~¥400/day) for flexible sightseeing—beware of unlicensed taxis.

🍱 Must-Eats

1. Shuicheng Mutton Noodles: Black goat bone broth with chili oil at "Chang Hui Tou" (¥15/bowl).
2. Panxian Ham: One of China's top 3 hams—buy authentic pieces (~¥20/jin) at Tuole Village market.
3. Lotus Leaf Sticky Rice Chicken: Steamed with ham, infused with lotus fragrance.

❗ Tips

1. Pack layers—days are short-sleeve weather but nights get chilly.
2. At Wumeng Grassland (2,857m altitude), bring oxygen cans/sunscreen. For Buddha's Light photos, wear bright colors and pack telephoto lenses.
3. Book tickets early for popular sites like Wumeng Grassland during peak season.

Ditch the AC this summer—embrace 20°C perfection in Liupanshui! 💕