May Day Reverse Travel! The Underrated Treasure Town I Want to Recommend 10,000 Times

Who says Guizhou only has Huangguoshu? Wujiang Zhai, certified by "China National Geography" as the "ceiling of night views," is the true paradise on earth! Stilted houses hang scattered among mountains, and as dusk falls, thousands of lights reflect on the river surface, as if you've entered the dreamscape of Spirited Away! By day it's a landscape painting, by night it transforms into a cyberpunk town—a perfect choice to avoid the May Day crowds!

🎭Must-See Performances:
✔️ Drone Show + Fireworks Display
A space-time rift appears in Wujiang Zhai's sky, where reality and fantasy collapse into art
✔️ Tree of Lights · Iron Flower Show + Water Fire Pot
Above Wujiang Zhai's night sky, water and fire dance together, splashing thousands of fireflies
✔️ Single Bamboo Rafting + Aerial Ballet
The northern Guizhou folk skill of "crossing the river on a reed" performs alongside heavenly fairies in the village, creating a spectacular scene

📸Epic Photo Spots:
1️⃣ [Yalu King Corridor Bridge] During blue hour when all village lights turn on, creating a stunning scene with the Wujiang River
2️⃣ [Zhilan Street] Take photos with the village scenery, full of local character
3️⃣ [Lusheng Square] Great for photos day and night, easy to get good shots with just your phone
4️⃣ [Heping Dyeing Workshop] If you want to avoid popular spots, try these angles
5️⃣ [Huilong Island Entrance] A less crowded spot with beautiful night views, somewhat like Guizhou's version of "Hongyadong"
Other recommended spots: Nuopo Lantern Shop, Riverside Fish Market, Wu Paper Workshop, Supply and Marketing Cooperative, beside Fire Tree Inn

🍜Foodie Bonus:
If you love sour flavors, try the local specialty sour fish hot pot in the scenic area
The handmade rice noodles at the snack street are delicious, just 20 yuan per person to eat until full!

🚗Transportation Guide:
✔️ Self-driving: 1.5 hours direct from Guiyang, navigate to "Wujiang Zhai East Visitor Center"
✔️ High-speed rail: Take the scenic area shuttle bus from Zunyi Station, very convenient

💌Tips:
① Bring a jacket! Mountain areas have big temperature differences between day and night
② Check real-time performance schedules on the scenic area's mini program
③ Recommended to stay at the Canyon Hotel in the scenic area—great views, includes 2-day tickets plus breakfast, comfortable and hassle-free!

Post by Flossie Schumm | Apr 24, 2025

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