Guizhou's Zero-Negative-Review 5A Free Ancient Town - Zhenyuan! Willing to Visit Countless Times...

This place carries the millennia-old charm of over 2,280 years
Every building seems to have its own story
Here, you'll find the authentic local life hidden in deep alleys
Most riverside restaurants are run by locals
Compared to urban living
"Small but beautiful" and "slow-paced" define Zhenyuan
It's truly a town that washes away the "work fatigue"

🔥 First, the highlights - Zhenyuan's three must-visit hidden gems!
1️⃣ Zhusheng Bridge's "Underwater Forest"
The Zhusheng Bridge spanning the Wuyang River is Zhenyuan's landmark
And a famous filming location for the drama "The Untamed"
Lush reeds and calamus grow beneath its arches
Creating a natural "underwater forest" wonder
Many locals fish here

2️⃣ Qinglong Cave's "Architectural Marvel"
- Yuhuang Pavilion
Built against an 80-meter cliff
Using techniques like stilted, rock-attached, and embedded construction
Forming a "cave within towers, towers within caves" suspended structure
Dubbed the "Southern Hanging Temple," rivaling Shanxi's Hanging Temple
- Zhongyuan Cave
The largest cavern in Qinglong Cave
Legend says it was Taoist master Zhang Sanfeng's dwelling during his Yuhuang Pavilion practice
- Zhongyuan Buddhist Monastery
The Buddhist section of Qinglong Cave
The osmanthus tree before the Main Hall has over 200 years of history
Blooming year-round and fruiting in summer
- Thousand Buddha Cliff
Named for once enshrining a thousand small Buddha statues
- Ziyang Academy
The "Harmonious Delight" plaque on the triangular pavilion
Embodies the peaceful coexistence of Confucianism, Buddhism, and Taoism
- Wanshou Palace
Highlight is its opera stage
Carvings depict the Yang Family Generals' "Double Dragon Meeting" expedition
With over 60 exquisitely carved figures

3️⃣ Shiping Mountain's "View Overlooking All Peaks"
Named for its northern cliff standing like a screen
The ancient city wall atop offers panoramic views of Zhenyuan

👇 Below is my curated best itinerary! (Refer to p9)
Qinglong Cave >1 hour
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Zhusheng Bridge
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Wuyang River banks - Food street, historic buildings, boat tours
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Shiping Mountain ~30 mins
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Bar Street

Finally, some takeaways!
⚠️ Notes
Avoid visiting during heavy rains - flooding risk
Free fishing allowed, bring your gear
🚍 Transport
From Xijiang Thousand Households Miao Village to Zhenyuan:
3-hour journey, shared vans are crowded - buses recommended
Direct buses to Guiyang Airport available
🎫 Tickets
Zhenyuan Ancient Town: Free
Qinglong Cave: 60/person
Shiping Mountain: 30/person
Boat tours:
Daytime 60/person/30 mins
Nighttime 80/person/40 mins
🍱 Food
Bean Rice Hotpot is worth trying
🏨 Lodging
Best near Zhusheng Bridge
‼️ Personal Take
Highly recommend every Guizhou traveler
Make Zhenyuan your final stop
A perfectly leisurely place to unwind
Washing away all travel fatigue