Wujiangzhai Night Tour Guide

Guizhou Wujiangzhai National Day Reverse Travel Complete Guide: 22°C Cool Wonderland, Ink Wash by Day, Spirited Away by Night

Don’t want to squeeze into popular spots during National Day? Guizhou’s Wujiangzhai is definitely the top choice for a niche yet stunning experience! By day, it’s a misty ink wash fairyland; by night, it transforms into a magical scene straight out of Spirited Away, with plenty of exclusive events and celebrity check-in spots. The cool 22°C climate perfectly avoids the summer heat.

1. Key Highlights: Why Wujiangzhai is a must-visit during National Day?

- Double scenic impact: By day, watch the Wujiang River flowing past green-tiled wooden buildings, like stepping into a Chinese ink painting; by night, three thousand lanterns light up, intertwining ancient bridges, water alleys, and lights, instantly transporting you to an animated fantasy world.
- Top variety show filming location: Shows like “Go Fighting!”, “Keep Running”, and “Friends” have all filmed here. Stroll around and easily snap photos at celebrity-favorite spots to capture that variety show vibe.
- Cool climate advantage: Average temperature during National Day is 22°C, so no need to endure scorching sun. A light jacket is enough to comfortably explore the entire village, making it a natural “summer retreat.”

2. Tour Guide: Explore the highlights day and night

🌌 Must-experience night tour: Party from dusk till late

1. Ten Thousand People Dance Night (Huilong Island Square)
Eight ethnic groups gather around bonfires to dance. Move to the rhythm and quickly blend in. The lively atmosphere is super stress-relieving, perfect for families or friends to join.
2. Street Parade + Ethnic Fashion Show (Main Street)
Miao girls wearing jingling silver jewelry parade by, traditional costumes paired with lights are eye-catching; there are also village flower and village chief NPC interactions, where you can receive festival blessings with a simple hand gesture, maximizing the immersive experience.
3. Intangible Cultural Heritage “Fire Tree Silver Flower” (Core Scenic Area, daily at 20:30)
The millennium-old intangible heritage iron flower performance is breathtaking. At 1600°C, the iron sparks bloom in the air, more dazzling than fireworks. Be sure to find a good spot early and capture this stunning moment on your phone.

🌟 National Day Exclusive Events: Miss it and wait a year

- “Singing the Motherland” Chorus (Huilong Island Square, Oct 1-3, 19:30): Everyone waves flags and sings together, filling the air with patriotism. If you’re emotional, bring tissues—you might be moved by the collective spirit.
- Drone + Fireworks Show (Wujiang River Surface): 300 drones form patterns like “National Flag” and “Long Live the Motherland” in the sky, combined with fireworks over the water, creating a powerful visual impact. Make sure your phone has enough storage!
- Daytime Fireworks (Core Scenic Area, Oct 1-5): Break the norm of fireworks only at night. Daytime fireworks paired with water mist create a fairy-like scene, perfect for photos with a dreamy filter.
- Three Thousand Lantern Night (Entire Scenic Area, daily 19:00-21:00): Every evening, three thousand lanterns light up simultaneously. Carrying a lantern while walking on the ancient bridge feels like traveling back to a prosperous Tang Dynasty night market. Every shot is a classic ancient-style photo.

🏞️ Daytime Must-Do: Unlock slow life and intangible heritage

- Single Bamboo Raft Performance: Watch the inheritor glide on the Wujiang River standing on a single bamboo pole, giving a strong “lightness skill on water” vibe. There are three shows daily (check the scenic area notice for exact times). Remember to reserve your spot early.
- Intangible Cultural Heritage Handcraft Experience: Make handmade flower and grass paper at the Wu Paper Workshop, try batik dyeing at the Ping Dye Workshop. You can take your creations home as souvenirs, full of accomplishment.

3. Photo Spots: 3 angles to blow up your social feed

1. Yalu King Corridor Bridge (Center panoramic view)
Best shot during the blue hour (30 minutes before and after sunset). The lit terraced fields and distant mountains in one frame make every photo wallpaper-worthy.
2. Miao King Hotel Terrace
This is the “Spirited Away” perspective, overlooking the entire village’s lights and water alleys. Especially stunning after dark. A telephoto lens is recommended to compress the scene.
3. Jiangxin Island Viewing Platform
The best spot to watch the National Day fireworks show. Arrive half an hour early to capture fireworks reflecting on the Wujiang River surface, adding depth to your photos.

4. Practical Tips: Transportation + Tickets + Food, Avoid Pitfalls

- 🚅 Transportation:
- High-speed rail to “Zunyi South Station” is more convenient, taxi to Xizhaikou only 20 minutes;
- High-speed rail to “Zunyi Station” offers direct shuttle buses to the scenic area, no need to find your own way, ideal for travelers with luggage.
- 🎫 Tickets: Staying at hotels inside the scenic area grants free admission! Recommended to choose lake-facing or street-facing rooms for scenic views right from your window, offering much better value than buying tickets separately.
- 🍜 Food: Must-try sour soup fish (sour and spicy, appetizing with tender fish), hanging pot feast (great for sharing, fresh ingredients), lamb noodles (a warm breakfast bowl), and Niangou skewers (local specialty snack, fragrant but not greasy). The food street inside the scenic area offers a one-stop tasting experience.