Guangxi Laibin | Baixia Grand Canyon | A Fascinating Hidden Gem

| Baixia Grand Canyon | A Fascinating Hidden Gem. Tucked away is a little-known paradise that captivates locals, offering you a chance to experience breathtaking natural landscapes of mountains and waters, and savor local delicacies.

- Trip Planning: 🚗🚌 Public Transport: Accessible by taxi, shuttle bus, or self-drive. 🏠 Accommodation: Stay overnight at City Comfort Inn, conveniently located with clean rooms and excellent service, perfect for travelers. (Wuxuan Yuda International)

- Scenic Treasures: 🏞️🏞️ Baixia Grand Canyon (Ticket: 38 RMB) is hidden in Dongxiang Town, 38 km from the county town, with a 5-hour direct highway drive from Guigang! Dubbed "Little Jiuzhaigou," its waterfalls cascade like silver chains, the valleys are serene and deep, and you can explore remnants of Taiping Army activities. Half a day here lets you marvel at nature's artistry! ⛰️⛰️ Sheng Tang Mountain: Boasts unique landscapes and rich ethnic culture. Take a cable car or hike to enjoy peaks, sea of clouds, and lush forests. Experience nature's grandeur and the mystical charm of Yao culture. ⛰️⛰️ Lotus Mountain: Resembles a lotus from afar, with cool, pleasant weather, fresh air, and high negative ion levels—ideal for an oxygen boost!

- Local Delicacies: 🍚🍚 Bamboo Tube Rice: A local specialty, fragrant rice steamed in fresh bamboo tubes, infused with bamboo aroma—soft and delicious. Wuxuan’s signature red pickled ginger, made from tender ginger, is tasty and affordable at 25 RMB per jar. Also try pickled sword beans, perfect with morning congee. 🍠🍠 Laibin Sweet Potato Cake: Steamed sweet potatoes mashed and mixed with glutinous rice flour and sesame, crispy outside and soft inside—a crowd favorite!

- Travel Tips: 🦟🦟 The mountainous area is humid with many mosquitoes—bring repellent. ⛸️⛸️ The canyon can be slippery; wear anti-slip sports shoes. 🌞🌞 Best seasons are summer and autumn—cool off with water activities in summer, and enjoy crisp weather and unique scenery in autumn.

Post by elenastorm | Jun 26, 2025