Five Cities Perfect for Last-Minute Trips Before the New Year

Who says you can only go to crowded popular cities before the New Year? These 5 hidden gems have fewer people, beautiful scenery, and low prices. Reverse travel is the way to go! 🌸 【Hidden Gem City List】 1️⃣ Yanji A city full of Korean ethnic charm! Recommended spots: 📍Water Market (Renmin Road, Yanji) to try rice cakes and rice sausage, Folk Custom Park (Gongyuan Road, Yanji) for stunning Korean costume photos! Don’t forget to stop by 📍Houlang Coffee (Juzi Street, Yanji) to grab a coffee with the "Yanji" logo for your check-in~ 2️⃣ Libo Rated by National Geographic as the most beautiful place in China! 📍Xiaoqikong (Yaoshan Township, Libo County) is best visited in the morning, where the ancient bridge in the mist is breathtaking. 📍Daqikong (Yaoshan Township, Libo County) is recommended for the afternoon, where the natural bridge’s cave light and shadow are amazing! 3️⃣ Nyingchi The "Jiangnan" of Tibet lives up to its reputation~ 📍Basongcuo Lake (Gongbujiangda County) has gem-blue waters, and 📍Lulang Forest (Bayi District, Nyingchi) is evergreen and super healing all year round. It’s recommended to stay at 📍Suosong Village (Milin County), where you can see Mount Namjagbarwa right from your window! 4️⃣ Fangchenggang A hidden coastal spot in Guangxi! 📍Bailangtan Beach (Jiangshan Peninsula, Fangcheng District) has pink little cars perfect for photos, and 📍Wanwei Golden Beach (Dongxing City) has sunsets that will move you to tears! Don’t forget to eat seafood in Qisha Town, where you can eat your fill for about 50 RMB per person~ 5️⃣ Jianshui A living fossil ancient city in Yunnan! 📍Zhu Family Garden (Hongwu Road, Lin’an Town, Jianshui County) is a must-visit, and the purple pottery street night market (Lin’an Town, Jianshui County) has amazing grilled tofu~ It’s recommended to take a ride on the 📍narrow-gauge train (Lin’an Town, Jianshui County), with super healing scenery along the way! 【Foodie Guide】 🍲 Yanji: Shunji Cold Noodles (Juzi Street, Yanji), Service Building Yanji Cold Noodles (Gongyuan Road, Yanji) 🐟 Fangchenggang: Fresh seafood market in Qisha Town, buy and cook on the spot 🍢 Jianshui: Lin’an Restaurant (Lin’an Road, Lin’an Town, Jianshui County), Lihua Jian Snack Shop’s grass sprout rice noodles 【Avoid Pitfalls Tips】 ⚠️ Yanji taxis start at 5 RMB but are hard to get during peak season; it’s recommended to stay near Yanji University ⚠️ Prices inside Libo scenic areas are high; bring your own snacks and water ⚠️ Nyingchi is over 3000m altitude; avoid washing your hair or bathing on the first day ⚠️ Fangchenggang seafood market: remember to bargain; processing fee is 15-20 RMB per jin ⚠️ Jianshui ancient city has many stone slab roads; wear comfortable flat shoes In winter, these warm and less crowded places are perfect for zoning out~ Reverse travel is the real vacation mode!