[2024 Liping Attraction] Travel Guide for Zhaoxing Dong Village (Updated Sep)

High-speed rail takes you to the real-life version of the ancient village in Spirited Away!!

High-speed rail takes you to the real-life version of the ancient village in Spirited Away!! I found it!! An ancient village like Spirited Away~ I just came back from here a few days ago and I was so impressed by the beauty of the place. Lush green mountains and forests, wooden houses stacked on top of each other, and rice terraces and paddy fields. It's like walking into a comic book scene! And you can get there by high-speed rail!! Just in Guizhou √ Zhaoxing Dong Village After September, there are many fewer people here. Now is the season when there are fewer people and beautiful scenery! When you come to Zhaoxing Dong Village, you can also visit Tang'an Rice Terraces and Xage Rice Terraces. The green rice fields and terraces are so beautiful~ If you come a little later, in late September and early October, you can also see the autumn rice fields. It's so relaxing and photogenic to spend two days here on the weekend~ Tips: Xage Rice Terraces, Tang'an Rice Terraces and Zhaoxing Dong Village are all together! So when you come to Zhaoxing Dong Village, you can also take a car up the mountain from the village and see two more rice terraces. It's amazing! And the village and rice terraces are not too big, so you can easily spend two days here on the weekend without getting tired~ Both photos were taken this week! The rice fields here are still green (if you like autumn rice fields, you can wait another half a month and visit in late September and early October). Photo locations: Xage Rice Terraces Xia Shan Dessert Shop's small terrace, rice field swing and wooden plank viewing platform Zhaoxing Dong Village Viewing platform opposite the village gate, window sill on the second floor of the Buzhengwu Roof Coffee Shop, Zhi Tuan Drum Tower, Batik Bridge, Li Tuan Drum Tower, Zhaoxing Wall from "Go Where the Wind Blows", Yi Tuan Drum Tower, Village Gate Steps Tang'an Rice Terraces Chu Yu's balcony and second floor window sill, Niu Peng Coffee's rice field terraces 📍 Zhaoxing Dong Village (Tang'an Rice Terraces and Xage Rice Terraces are also inside) 🚗 Take the high-speed rail to Congjiang Station, and take a scenic minibus for 15 minutes to get there.

High-speed rail direct to the real-life version of Spirited Away manga pastoral ancient village

Guizhou, you really...! All live photos taken casually~ Who understands 😭 A few days ago I went to Guizhou and was really moved by its beauty~ This is the current Zhaoxing Dong Village, Tang'an Terraces, and Xiage Terraces 🌿 After the summer vacation, it gradually becomes the off-season here in September And you can get there by high-speed rail~ really few people and great for photos!! I have summarized this photo guide for everyone!! - 🗺Tips: 1️⃣ Two days, one weekend is enough to explore here! And Tang'an Terraces, Xiage Terraces, and Zhaoxing Dong Village are together! It means you can visit two more terrace landscapes while visiting the Dong Village 🌿 2️⃣ Play order: Arrive at Zhaoxing Dong Village ➠ Check-in at Dong Village spots (one day) ➠ Take photos at Xiage Terraces and Tang'an Terraces (one day) ➠ Leave Dong Village, two days are enough to leisurely play and finish taking photos at these spots~ 3️⃣ Coming to Dong Village and the terraces, you really need to wear tie-dye~ really, wherever you take photos, they turn out great!! - 📷 Photo spots: 🔹 Xiage Terraces (Pics 1, 3, 4) Little terrace of Summer Mountain Desserts, and the terrace swing and wooden viewing platform below the terrace~ 🔸 Zhaoxing Dong Village Viewing platform opposite the village gate (Pic 2), the second-floor window sill of the Not Right Roof Coffee (Pic 8), Zhituan Drum Tower (Pic 9), small bridge beside Jiajie Batik (Pic 10), Lituan Drum Tower (Pic 11), Zhaoxing wall of the place with wind (Pic 12), Yituan Drum Tower (Pic 15), steps of the village gate (Pic 16) 🔹 Tang'an Terraces First encounter dessert's small balcony and second-floor window sill (Pics 5-7), rice field terraces of Cow Shed Coffee (Pics 13, 14, 17), wooden sunset viewing platform by the downhill road outside Tang'an Terraces village gate (Pic 18) - 📍 Zhaoxing Dong Village (Tang'an Terraces and Xiage Terraces are also inside) 🚗 High-speed rail to Congjiang Station, take the scenic area shuttle bus for fifteen minutes to arrive

Don't miss these 9 treasure photo spots in Zhaoxing Dong Village during summer

Zhaoxing Dong Village is one of the world's ancient Dong villages🏯 Every building and cultural landscape in the village is filled with artistic sense and historical charm🏰 Bring my camera, check in at the Dong Village, and feel the charm of the thousand-year-old city🤩 Mangtao has sorted out 9️⃣ classic treasure photo spots for everyone, like and save them and let's check in together～💕 📷Photo spots: ✅The super beautiful viewing platform On the left side of the village gate, you can overlook the entire Dong Village Rice fields, streets and alleys, panoramic views of the Dong Village, green mountains and rivers...🏞 It is also the perfect spot to snap the 'Zhaoxing Dong Village' logo ✅Jiajie Batik On the left, you can take pictures of many tie-dye and batik clothes👔 The bridge next to the shop is great for photos The photographer should stand on the right or in front of the bridge to take the shot ✅Lituan Drum Tower (This drum tower is to the right of 'Donglang Restaurant') It's a super classic internet-famous photo spot online🔥 It's also a very crowded spot It is recommended to shoot during the day with the photographer standing on the bridge ✅Dong Village Museum The museum is free It introduces the origins of ethnic clothing and traditional tie-dye If you wear ethnic clothing, you must come here to take photos🥰 It's super photogenic ✅Rentuan Drum Tower (This drum tower is deep inside the village) Characters sitting or walking on the stone steps of the Wind and Rain Bridge Can capture both the drum tower and the Wind and Rain Bridge together And this area is a bit remote, not too many tourists🧐 ✅The ancient village gate A super popular photo spot for photographers and travelers😍 Can be shot at night or during the day, both feel different (If shooting night scenes, bring a fill light, otherwise the face will be very dark~) ✅Yituan Drum Tower (This drum tower is opposite 'Donglang Restaurant') There are two different photo spots😁 The character can stand on the Wind and Rain Bridge to take a shot Or you can shoot a full body shot from below the drum tower ✅Zhituan Drum Tower (This drum tower is near the snack street) The drum tower is quite hidden, tucked away on the right side of the snack street At night it's surrounded by barbecue and late-night snack shops So it's recommended to check in and shoot during the day😅 ✅The rice fields in front of the Dong Village gate In the evening, the village slowly lights up The clouds are misty, like a fairyland☁️ There are different photo spots in the rice fields, casual shots are all great

A great summer vacation spot for kids, a 4-day, 3-night travel guide to Southeast Guizhou!

For summer travel with children, I highly recommend choosing Guizhou, especially Southeast Guizhou. My own travel experience made me fall in love with this place so much that I even considered living there long-term. Escaping the heat of Hangzhou and arriving in Guizhou, you immediately feel the cool and comfortable 22°C. Here, air conditioning is almost unnecessary, and the moderate prices make you want to shop till you drop. Besides the famous Huangguoshu Waterfall and the Thousand Miao Villages, Southeast Guizhou also has a hidden paradise - Zhaoxing Dong Village, one of the top ten travel destinations. The natural scenery here is beautiful, and the ethnic culture is unique, making it very suitable for family trips. 4-day, 3-night itinerary: Day 1: Nationwide - Zhaoxing Dong Village Take the kids to explore Zhaoxing Dong Village and experience the cultural marks of the Dong people such as drum towers, flower bridges, and stages. At night, enjoy the night view of the Dong Village, with thousands of lights, a beautiful sight to behold. Dinner: Taste the authentic traditional long table feast, and enjoy hospitality as refreshing as mountain streams. Accommodation: Stay in characteristic local houses and experience local life. Day 2: Zhaoxing Dong Village - Xiaodanjiang Miao Village In the morning, hike through Tang'an Terraced Fields and admire the natural beauty and Dong ethnic style along the classic 5 km route. In the afternoon, head to Xiaodanjiang Miao Village to experience the primitive and simple lifestyle, similar to a utopia. Experience making glutinous rice cakes, indigo dyeing with plants, and participating in ancient rice milling. Food: Try sour soup fish, beef noodles, roasted fragrant pig, and other authentic delicacies. Accommodation: Stay in a beautiful lodge in Xiaodanjiang Miao Village, where the scenery is just outside your window. Day 3: Xiaodanjiang Miao Village In the morning, go stream tracing in the belly of Leigong Mountain, feeling the cool mountain springs and natural beauty. In the afternoon, go fishing in the fields, experience the fun of farm life, and at night, enjoy the grilled fish you caught yourself. Activity: Catch rice paddy fish in the terraced fields, experiencing the entire process from capture to cooking. Day 4: Xiaodanjiang Miao Village - Rongjiang Station Work with friends to build a wind and rain bridge, experience the charm of Miao ethnic architecture, and exercise your hands-on skills and teamwork. Experience Miao culture and non-commercialized tourism. The beauty of Southeast Guizhou is unforgettable after just one trip. The village in the early morning, the beautiful terraced fields, and the unique ethnic style purify the soul. This is a treasure of Guizhou, worth exploring time and again.

High-speed trains reach the edge of time, where villages heal with the warmth of human life

Liping County is a mountainous area, and Zhaoxing Dong Village is located in a narrow valley within these mountains. Due to the terrain, the buildings in the village are densely packed, and the terraced fields are built along the slopes. Standing at the entrance of the village and looking out, the green rice fields in summer reflect the simple and robust village gate, which is very picturesque. Zhaoxing Dong Village is divided into five major clans, each living in five different areas, locally known as 'tuan'. Naturally, there are five drum towers, five flower bridges, and five stages. The drum tower is the architectural and cultural center of the Dong Village. After dinner, I happened to catch the sunset. The entire Dong Village, whether it's the upturned eaves of the drum towers or the flower bridges over the water, was covered in a warm hue. In an instant, the village came to life, as if the little figures on a music box had been wound up and started moving. Even the ordinary fruit and vegetable stalls, with the blessing of the sunset, looked even more fresh and inviting. And at dinner time, the smoke from the cooking fires, or the snack carts being pushed out, along with the lively cries of vendors, were not noisy but lively. Such endearing scenes of everyday life are forever etched in my heart, the most beautiful moment of Zhaoxing Dong Village.

Departing from Guangzhou | A spontaneous 2-day trip to Zhaoxing Dong Village

| A spontaneous 2-day trip to Zhaoxing Dong Village. Departing from Guangzhou | A spontaneous 2-day trip to Zhaoxing Dong Village || Inspired by the cloud sea sunrise at Tang'an terraced fields, I impulsively started this weekend trip to Zhaoxing Dong Village. It was my first time buying a high-speed train ticket without any travel planning, and unexpectedly, it turned out to be a pleasant and happy journey. 🚄High-speed train travel After exiting the station, turn right and follow the signs to buy a minibus ticket to the Dong Village. The driver will stop along the way for us to buy tickets (Guangdong residents can get free admission with their ID card), and the minibus drop-off point in the Dong Village is also where you catch the return minibus to the high-speed train station. It takes about 10 minutes from the Dong Village to the high-speed train station, and it is recommended to allow 1 hour for the return minibus trip, as the departure times are not fixed, with buses approximately every 20 minutes. 💃Entertainment 1⃣️ Watch the sunset at Tang'an terraced fields ✨ Minibus posters to Tang'an terraced fields can be seen everywhere in the village, with a round-trip cost of 20 yuan. It's better to find a chartered car, especially during peak times when there may be long queues. ✨ After the minibus arrives, you still need to walk a bit to reach Tang'an terraced fields. A private car costs 5 yuan, but it's recommended to walk as the scenery along the way is beautiful and the distance is short. (It's suggested to take the car between 4 and 4:30 PM, so you can stroll around the village) ✨ Many people recommend watching the sunset at the first dessert shop after entering the village, as the view is indeed good, but there are too many people queuing. It is strongly recommended to go to the shop next door, which is almost empty and the view is nearly the same. The owner is very laid-back and won't say anything even if you don't buy anything, although there's not much to buy in his shop, haha. 2⃣️ Cloud sea sunrise at Tang'an terraced fields Ask the hotel owner to arrange a chartered car, 30 yuan per person. My travel luck always seems to be about queuing, and this time there was neither a cloud sea nor a sunrise, just a bit of fog. 3⃣️ Zhaoxing Dong Village ✨ The scenery at the entrance is the most beautiful, I think. The next day I spent a long time in the pavilion enjoying the beautiful view, feeling the breeze, and waiting for the minibus to the high-speed train, so happy. Across the road from the entrance is the viewing platform, where you can overlook the entire Dong Village. ✨ Besides the main commercial street, you can enter from the left side of . It's very quiet here, with only riverside homestays and nice scenery. It's recommended to stay here for the quietness and the nice decoration of the homestays (this is my lesson). There's a batik museum at a turn. 4⃣️ Tie-dyeing Picked a random shop, the price was not very expensive. 🍜Food ✅ Bayberry soup Loved it, wanted to drink it all the time. Tried many places, only recommend two. The difference in taste is really big. One is the one that shares a stall with Yang Meimei BBQ (10 yuan a cup, their sour plum soup is also very good). The other is the one under the banner of 'Add a Pair of Chopsticks' (8 yuan). ✅ Liao Pangzi Fish King Tried crispy pork rice noodles and beef rice noodles at both places, Liao Pangzi's portion is smaller but tastes better, Fish King has better value for money, both are good. ✅ Chen Beibei Yogurt The yogurt is thick and has a different taste from regular yogurt. ✅ Pumpkin cakes Very tasty, just a bit oily. ❌ Zui Di Yi Lou The tofu is acceptable, but the glutinous rice ribs are hard to eat, and the bayberry soup is also bad. ⭕️ Indifferent: Green Headscarf Auntie's glutinous rice, Yang Meimei BBQ.

Follow 'National Geographic' to explore Zhaoxing Dong Village!

Zhaoxing Dong Village is located in the southeastern part of Liping County, Qiandongnan Miao and Dong Autonomous Prefecture, Guizhou Province, and has been selected by 'China National Geographic' as one of the 'six most beautiful ancient villages and towns in China', with architecture that is highly characteristic of the region. 【Itinerary】 day1⃣️: From various parts of the country to Congjiang Station - Zhaoxing Dong Village - Tang'an Ancient Trail - Experience batik DIY clothing day2⃣️: View the Dong Village sunrise from the observation deck/take ethnic photos - Jiabang Rice Terraces - Dinner - Watch the night sky full of stars day3⃣️: Watch the sunrise over the sea of clouds - Filming location of 'A Bite of China' - Experience the culture of the Black Clothes Zhuang people - Free time - Return trip 【Visiting the Dong Village】 🌟Tang'an Rice Terraces: There is a direct bus from the Dong Village to Tang'an Rice Terraces, which are very pristine and not commercialized 🌟Basha Miao Village: Basha Miao Village is the last legal gun-holding tribe, with simple folk customs, worth a visit 🌟Tie-dyeing and batik: Experience the ethnic tie-dyeing and batik, and make a unique piece of clothing by hand 🌟Drum towers: There are five drum towers in the village, symbolizing 'benevolence, righteousness, propriety, wisdom, and faith', each with a different appearance There are many places in the village to rent clothes👔, which are more or less the same, ranging from 50-80 during the tourist season, with photo shoots starting at 299💰 The food and drink are all kinds of noodles, barbecue, Bingfen (a type of jelly dessert), and sour soup. There is a trail that you can walk up to see the panoramic view, and at night you can also see performances

A high-speed train goes directly to the ancient mountain village

📍Zhaoxing Dong Village | Experience the slow life with ethnic style Dong Village was rated by 'National Geographic' as 'a village on the edge of time' Compared to the Thousand Miao Village, it has less commercial atmosphere and the local customs are more primitive and simple 🟦Zhaoxing Dong Village 📍Location: Zhaoxing Dong Village, Liping County, Qiandongnan Miao and Dong Autonomous Prefecture, Guizhou 🎫Ticket: 78 🅿Parking: Maximum 30 for one day. ⏳Opening hours: Open all day ⭐Known as 'the last secret land of the human world', experience the lively Dong ethnic atmosphere. Immerse yourself in the millennium-old charm of Dong culture, the songs and dances under the Drum Tower, and the stories of the Wind and Rain Bridge, which make people linger and forget to return. 【🍛Food Recommendations】 ✨Dong specialty roasted fragrant pig ✨Glutinous rice wrapped roasted meat ✨Dong village rice wine ✨Glutinous rice cake ✨Bayberry soup ✨Night market barbecue ✅【Accommodation】 It is recommended to stay inside the village for great convenience

Explosive recommendation! I gave up on Qianhu Miao Village and found the last secret paradise on earth—Zhaoxing

🤣Hello, buddies! Are you still struggling with which Miao village to visit? Don't worry, just listen to me, and I guarantee you'll be tempted right away!💓 🌈Initially, I followed the trend and went to Qianhu Miao Village, but it was so crowded it felt like a train station during the Spring Festival rush, and I couldn't even take a good photo!😅 It wasn't until I arrived at Zhaoxing Dong Village that I discovered this is the real hidden gem!🌸 🏞️The scenery here is picturesque, as if you've stepped into an ink painting. The ancient Dong drum towers, set against the blue sky and white clouds, make every step a view!🏯 😋And the authentic local food, sour soup fish, smoked meat fried rice, every bite is full of happiness!🍲 Especially at night, sitting next to the drum tower, listening to the Dong grand songs, it's simply the pinnacle of life!🎵 👯Moreover, the people here are super friendly! I tried to learn a few Dong phrases, and they couldn't stop laughing, teaching me even more! It feels just like going back to a neighbor's house in childhood, warm and cordial!😊 🚶Walking on the stone paths, watching the Dong girls in their ethnic costumes, it feels like traveling through time, back to that innocent era.👗 😎So, what are you waiting for? Put down your Qianhu Miao Village guide, come to Zhaoxing Dong Village, and experience this rare tranquility and beauty together!🏞️

Listen to the wind, and you'll find the slow life in Zhaoxing Dong Village and Tang'an Rice Terraces

Zhaoxing Dong Village and Tang'an Rice Terraces, in search of the traces of happiness ||| Hearing the whispers of the wind, head to the place where the wind blows, and enjoy a leisurely slow life for a few days. Now, Zhaoxing Dong Village has become my favorite place in Guizhou. This place is truly stunning! After sharing it on my Moments, I received many inquiries. During the May Day holiday, I spent three days and two nights in Zhaoxing Dong Village, with an average cost of only about 1000 yuan per person, which allowed me to fully experience the rich ethnic culture of the ancient village. The brilliant sunshine, the dancing leaves, and the historic stone-paved roads fulfilled all my beautiful expectations of an ancient town. Here, time is serene, sunshine is free, and freedom is priceless❤️ Below is a carefully organized three-day and two-night travel guide for everyone: 1. 🚄Transport: High-speed rail journey Departure: Guangzhou South-Congjiang, ticket price 205 yuan (9:25-13:07) Return: Congjiang-Guangzhou South, ticket price 198 yuan (15:36-17:40) After arriving at Congjiang station, turn right and walk straight for 500 meters, enter the blue building to buy tickets to Dong Village, the bus ride is only 10 minutes, and the fare is 10 yuan/person. 2. 🏠Homestay: Liping Xiaolou Anju Homestay This homestay is located within the Dong Village scenic area and is a distinctive wooden house. It is convenient for travel, and at night you can hear the sound of the stream. However, the sound insulation of the wooden house is not very good, and the toilet is also small. 3. Itinerary 🌷day1: 1. Arrive at Congjiang station around 1:30 pm, take the bus for 10 minutes to Dong Village, buy tickets (free for tourists from Guangdong Province), the bus will take us to the entrance of Dong Village scenic area, then head to the homestay to place luggage. 2. Choose roadside snacks for lunch, and experience tie-dyeing (very nice! No disappointment, the skirt price is 128 yuan, with various styles). 3. Have dinner at Zui Di Yi Lou. 4. Then wander around the village at will, go to the bar to listen to songs, and finally return to the homestay to rest. 🌷day2: 1. Go for makeup and photo shoot around 8:30 am (remember to book online in advance). 2. After tasting fish ball beef noodles, take the sightseeing bus to the viewing platform (enjoy the scenery, take photos to remember). 3. Because of the hot weather at noon, go back to the homestay to rest for a while. 4. Go out again around 3 pm to wander and taste snacks. 5. Go directly to Yang Meimei BBQ (I ate there five times in these three days!). 6. Depart at 4 pm to Tang'an Rice Terraces to watch the sunset (fare 20 yuan/person, round trip). 7. After arriving at Tang'an village, walk about 10 minutes up the mountain/or choose to spend 5 yuan/person to take a car (not necessary), enjoy the scenery along the way, reach the viewing platform and the First Encounter Dessert Shop to take photos. 8. Take the bus back to Dong Village at 7 pm, and have dinner at Dongpinfang. 🌷day3: 1. Sleep until naturally waking up, and have Xiang pig meat beef noodles for breakfast. 2. Visit the museum, buy souvenirs. 3. Choose Green Scarf Auntie's glutinous rice for lunch. 4. Go back to the homestay to pack up luggage, and prepare to return to the high-speed rail station. 4. Food Recommendations 1. Dongpinfang (Recommended dishes: sour bamboo shoots fried beef, braised potatoes, crispy skin fragrant pig meat) 2. Zui Di Yi Lou (Recommended dishes: sour soup fish, tofu) 3. Yang Meimei BBQ (It's really delicious, even if I have to wait in a long queue, I'm willing to wait!) 4. Green Scarf Auntie's Glutinous Rice 5. Fish King Beef Noodles and Yipin Dongxiang Beef Noodles 6. Aunt Yang's Special Drinks (The plum juice is refreshing and delicious! Super tasty!)

Hidden in the mountains, the village is described by 'National Geographic' as an ancient village on the edge of time

Hidden in the mountains, the village is described by 'National Geographic' as an ancient village on the edge of time. This is 'Zhaoxing Dong Village', known as the 'First Dong Village', located in Liping County, Qiandongnan Miao and Dong Autonomous Prefecture, Guizhou Province. The village has more than 1,000 households and over 6,000 people, all with the surname Lu, divided into five major clans. It is the largest Dong village in the country and also the cultural center of Dong ethnic customs.

What is it like to live for three nights in such a charming place?

Zhaoxing Dong Village, officially known as Zhaoxing Dong Cultural Tourism Area, is a national 4A-level tourist attraction 📍Geographic location: Guizhou Province, Qiandongnan Miao and Dong Autonomous Prefecture, Liping County, Zhaoxing Town, Zhaoxing Village ❤Recommended reason: "The largest ethnic museum in the world" "The last haven for the weary soul of mankind" "The oldest ballads preserved by humans" "One of the top ten global destinations for returning to simplicity and nature" "One of China's six photography paradises" "Venue for the 2018 Spring Festival Gala" ✅Personal experience: I have stayed here for three days, drinking tea, chatting, walking, checking in, and waking up naturally, fully enjoying the happiness brought by the slow life 🌟Highlights: Zhaoxing Dong Village is surrounded by mountains, built in a basin in the mountains, with two streams converging into a river running through the village Green mountains, terraced fields, small bridges, flowing water, and houses, everything you could want The village's stilted buildings are built entirely of wood, arranged in a well-organized and staggered manner The ancient Dong architecture, enchanting natural scenery, and simple cultural environment intoxicate one to the core, making it hard to leave... 📝Note tips: In 2024, Guizhou A-level tourist attractions will offer ticket discounts; from Friday to Sunday, highway tolls are halved (limited to out-of-province passenger cars)

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The human fireworks deep in the green mountains, the millennium ancient village recommended by National Geographic

It's truly worthy of National Geographic's recommendation, a must-visit in one's lifetime is the Zhaoxing Dong Village in Guizhou|||Traveling to Southeast Guizhou, it's essential to arrange a day and night itinerary to Zhaoxing Dong Village. This is a village covered by deep mountains, you might have heard of the famous Xijiang Qianhu Miao Village, but it's much less known than Qianhu Miao Village, feels not commercialized at all, much more ancient, and is also one of the largest Dong villages in the country. In recent years, more and more tourists who know this place are coming🔥 The most famous feature of Zhaoxing Dong Village is its five Drum Towers, named 'Ren', 'Yi', 'Li', 'Zhi', 'Xin'. Friends who come here, remember to find these five Drum Towers to check in ～ 📍Navigation: Zhaoxing Dong Village, Guizhou 🅿️Transportation: Self-driving is recommended, park at the scenic parking lot at the entrance, and then take the scenic sightseeing bus (10 yuan per person) to the entrance of the Dong village. 💰: Ticket: 80 yuan (It's recommended to stay inside the scenic area, there are many guesthouses, which is also convenient) ~ 🔸The scenic area is not very large, you can arrive the night before, arrange to stay and then go to the village to find a local barbecue to eat, and enjoy the night view. Get up early the next morning to take pictures of the Dong Village in the morning mist, and if you have time, you can experience tie-dyeing. ～ 📸Photo shooting recommended strategy: ①Panoramic position: The viewing platform on the mountain directly opposite the main entrance, there might be a sunrise glow in the morning if the weather is good, and the blue hour night view is also highly recommended, a perfect position for shooting panoramas, a must-visit‼️ 🔸At nine o'clock in the morning, there is also a Dong ethnic welcome ceremony at the entrance of the village that you can come to watch. ②Li Tuan Drum Tower: Easy to find on the map, you can take a photo with the street as the foreground and the Drum Tower as the background ③Yi Tuan Drum Tower: Right next to Li Tuan Drum Tower, also easy to find, on a small road, go to the bridge side to check in ④Zhi Tuan Drum Tower: Next to Zhi Tuan Guesthouse, there is also a river, and at night you can take pictures of the reflection of the Drum Tower when the lights are on ⑤Xin Tuan Drum Tower: Right next to the main road, there are many barbecue stalls around in the evening, very delicious ⑥On the streets: You can take pictures of the daily life of the Dong people, sitting and chatting, walking, enjoying the tranquility of the village, 🍢Food: In the evening, the Guizhou barbecue next to the main road is recommended, very characteristic of the local area

Once rated by 'National Geographic' as the most beautiful ancient village, it really makes for great photos!

After spending less than a thousand yuan, come to Zhaoxing to experience the simplicity of the ancient village, the long history and culture, taste the unique cuisine of the Dong village, experience the local singing and dancing, tie-dye crafts, and feel the colorful culture of the ethnic minority. 1️⃣ Day One Morning from Guangzhou South Station to Congjiang 194 💰(6:25~10:54)⏱️ After exiting the station, go to the bus terminal on the right hand, find the bus to 'Zhaoxing Dong Village'. Buy the ticket on the bus for 10💰/person You need to get off the bus at the entrance of the scenic area to buy a ticket for 75💰/person ‼️Some homestays include pick-up and drop-off, and you don't need to buy tickets, which might be a bit more expensive, but the difference is not much, focusing on convenience. 2️⃣ After checking in, go to (Liao Fatty) for lunch, their dishes are very delicious, and you are unlikely to be disappointed. You must try the local rice noodles, they have a fragrant rice aroma, then buy a cup of bayberry juice for 8/💰 next door 3️⃣ Change into local clothes for 30💰 for 3 hours, maybe because I am a boy and didn't need makeup, so I saved the makeup fee (50/💰) 4️⃣ Go take photos📸 I've organized a few scenic spots for good photos 🔹 4 Drum Towers 🔸 Around the Wind and Rain Bridge 🔹 The only lake in the center of the village at the entrance 🔸 The waterwheel position on the left side of the entrance 🔹 Almost at dusk, go to the viewing platform and wait for the blue hour 5️⃣ The next day, get up at 6 am to watch the sunrise🌅 from the viewing platform, and by the way, take some photos of the big scenery that you didn't capture yesterday, then go back to sleep 6️⃣ Wake up at 11 am, you can choose to go to - Tang'an Terraced Fields (30 yuan/person for the shuttle bus) If you're too tired, you can stay in the village and relax. 7️⃣ High-speed rail return trip 194/person💰 If you have enough time, you can choose to go back to Guilin for fun, or go up to Guizhou, both are on the same high-speed rail🚄 🍗 Food Recommendations 🍗 1- Liao Fatty 2- Bayberry juice and roasted pork🥩 next to Liao Fatty, 10 yuan for 6 skewers 3- Donglang Restaurant: Tofu - Sour Fish Soup.

High-speed rail direct access! If you don't want to work, come to this secluded Dong village for a few days

Here, there's not too much commercialization The local customs are primitive and simple This place is far from the hustle and bustle of the city There are no crowds of people coming and going. . ——Travel Guide—— 📍Location: Navigate to Zhaoxing Dong Village, Liping County, Guizhou 🚙Transportation: Drive to Zhaoxing Dong Village 🚄High-speed train: Take the high-speed train to Congjiang Station (there is a direct bus to the village at the station entrance) . 🗺Attractions Recommendation ❶Zhaoxing Dong Village At first glance, it is very shocking. The entire village is wrapped by terraced fields and mountains. The ecological protection is very good. Dong people can be seen everywhere on the streets selling fruits, full of life. There are five grand Drum Towers in the village, divided according to the rule of one Drum Tower per clan surname: Benevolence, Righteousness, Etiquette, Wisdom, Trust. The five Drum Towers are very spectacular. . ❷Tang'an Dong Village (Terraced Fields) This place is even more primitive and mysterious, with almost only the elderly and children remaining. It takes about 20 minutes and 20 yuan for a round trip by car from Zhaoxing Dong Village. The extensive winding terraces are very spectacular when viewed from above. . 📷Photo Spots: ①Viewing Platform: There is a supreme viewing platform at the entrance of the Dong Village, where you can overlook the entire village. ②Dong Village Rice Fields: There are several rice fields at the entrance where taking a photo with the Dong Village is also very photogenic. ③Drum Tower: There are signs marking the location of the Drum Towers along the way, find a suitable position to take a photo with the Drum Tower. ④Dye Workshop: The dye workshops are uniform in color, with fabrics neatly arranged and hung up to dry, looking like ink paintings. ⑤On both sides of the Dong Village are houses with a small stream in the middle. Walking on the paths on both sides or standing on the stones in the stream is very photogenic. ⑥It is recommended to wear ancient style, Dong village clothing, or simple white clothes with some props for better-looking photos. . 👉Tips: Cars from outside cannot enter and must be parked at the Dong Village entrance parking area, then take a sightseeing car to visit. It is recommended to stay overnight as the night view here is very beautiful. Be sure to protect the ancient town and care for the environment.

Lonely Planet didn't lie to me! Hidden here is the best travel destination in China

Guizhou is deeply hidden With its unique karst topography Distinctive cultural customs There are secluded traditional ancient villages Picturesque terraced fields Every place is full of surprises It's no wonder it's been listed by 'Lonely Planet' As one of the top ten travel destinations in the world . ❶ Zhaoxing Dong Village Located in Liping County, the first sight of the Dong village is stunning and shocking, with architecture that is very characteristic. It's not overly commercialized, and the village's original ecology is well preserved . ❷ Tang'an Terraced Fields Located in Liping County, right next to Zhaoxing Dong Village. It takes about 20 minutes by car from the Dong village to reach Tang'an Dong Village, where there are fewer people and it's more primitive and simple, with spectacular terraced fields that are winding and stretching. . ❸ Zhenyuan Ancient Town Located in Zhenyuan County, this town is known as the 'Oriental Venice', with a history of nearly 2,000 years, it has been undisturbed by the outside world, preserving everything very well . ❹ Pingyuan Ancient Town Located in Zhijin County, it is famous for the 'Nine Palaces and Eighteen Temples' with a grand scale of architecture, surrounded by mountains, very spectacular. The ancient town has a rich natural landscape and cultural atmosphere, strolling on the stone-paved ancient streets, you can feel the atmosphere of a thousand years of culture . ❺ Jiudongtian Located in Dafang County, it is known as the 'Encyclopedia of Chinese Lava', with unique karst topography, combining underground rivers, caves, canyons, natural bridges, skylights, and courtyards into a spectacular lava wonder, breathtaking . ❻ Hundred-Li Azalea Located in Dafang County, the azalea flower sea is about to reach its peak bloom. It's worth visiting with someone you like, to experience the ultimate romance in the 'world's largest natural garden' . ❼ Zhijin Ancient City Located in Bijie Zhijin, a small city full of historical and cultural atmosphere, the old streets and alleys are filled with the original ecological atmosphere, and it is also a neighborhood where locals live. The commercialization here is not heavy, it's an ancient city with beautiful mountains and clear waters. . ❽ Wujiang Village Located in Zunyi, it is very suitable for summer retreat and vacation. Watching the light boats sway and the misty rain is really beautiful, especially at night, when the lights are on, the whole village is brightly lit, and you will feel like you are in the world of 'Spirited Away' . ❾ Wujiangyuan Hundred-Li Gallery Located in Bijie, 'Boating on the green waves, people are in the midst of a painting' finally has a picture here, a beautiful landscape painting, a masterpiece of nature's craftsmanship, breathtaking . 👉tips From 3.19 to 12.31, Guizhou implements the 'Four Free, One More, One Less' preferential policy 1⃣ Residents of Guangdong Province, Hong Kong, Macao, and Taiwan enjoy free admission (envy in real name) 2⃣ Students from all over the country, people over 60 years old, and children under 6 years old enjoy free admission 3⃣ Some industries (teachers, police, etc.) also enjoy the policy 4⃣ A-level scenic spots implement a 'multi-day ticket system', which allows unlimited entry to the scenic area within 5 days 5⃣ There is also a 'half-price discount for self-driving' on weekends .

Direct high-speed train access! Come visit the ancient village in the deep mountains that has been around for a thousand years, and experience the slow pace of life together this weekend

This place is simply the perfect getaway for weekends or the Spring Festival holiday! 🎉 Direct access by high-speed train, no need to take leave! 🤩 You can easily tour the scenic area in just 2-3 days~ There's also a plethora of authentic delicacies waiting for you to try! 😋 This is Zhaoxing Dong Village in Guizhou 💖 It has been rated as one of the '33 most tempting tourist destinations in the world' 🤩 It is also one of the six most beautiful ancient villages in China, and the hometown of Drum Tower culture and art 🌈 Here, you can Experience the slow-paced life of the ancient village 🛖 Admire the vast green terraced fields 🌾 Taste local specialty foods 🥩 Experience the traditional culture of tie-dyeing and batik... 【Travel Guide】 🚄 High-speed train: Guangzhou South—Congjiang Station (3-4 hours), there are also direct high-speed trains from Foshan, Chengdu, Chongqing, and Kunming~ After getting off the train, take a shuttle bus to Zhaoxing Dong Village for just 10r/person, and you'll arrive in 15 minutes 🚌 🚗 Self-driving: Navigate to 'Zhaoxing Dong Village Ticket Office', there's a huge outdoor parking lot outside the scenic area~ 【Travel Tips】 👉Day 1 🕛 Take the high-speed train: Guangzhou South Station—Congjiang Station (07:04-10:59) 🥢 Arrive at Zhaoxing Dong Village at noon, have lunch, and check in 🚶‍♂️ Tang'an Dong Village: see the terraced fields, enjoy the sunset (you can walk or take a shuttle bus) 🎶 Evening: Stroll around the streets, relax in a bar, you can also watch the stars, and enjoy night market barbecue snacks~ 🏡 Accommodation: Inside Zhaoxing Dong Village (e.g., Zhaoxing Chenfeng Guesthouse) 👉Day 2 🌅 Zhaoxing Dong Village Viewing Platform: watch the sunrise, overlook the panoramic view of the Dong Village 🌈 Experience tie-dyeing/batik in the morning 📸 Rent ethnic costumes, take photos and wander around the village 🚄 Return trip: Congjiang Station——Guangzhou (19:53-23:36) ⚠ The above is a leave-free itinerary specially designed for workers in Guangzhou, you can have a complete experience in just 2 days! Of course, if you can have an extra day off, playing for 3 days would be even more enjoyable~ 【Local Specialties】 This is a foodie's paradise! 😍 A variety of special dishes that you can't stop eating! 🤤 ✔ Sour Soup Fish ✔ Sour Soup Beef ✔ Bullfrog Hotpot ✔ Glutinous Rice Wrapped Meat ✔ Crispy Skin Fragrant Pig Rice Noodle ✔ Wild Bayberry Juice ✔ Street-side Grilled Pork Belly ✔ Oil Tea ...... 📍Zhaoxing Dong Village, Liping County, Qiandongnan Miao and Dong Autonomous Prefecture, Guizhou Liao Pangzi, Dongjialao, Dongjia Xiaoguan, Guyu Shifu, Miss Dong's Dessert Shop... These few places are all pretty good~ 😜 Go try them out!

A thousand-year-old town that you must visit in this life

Where is this? It's unique! 🌈Zhaoxing Dong Village is called 'the village on the edge of time' by National Geographic. It is one of the largest Dong villages in the country, known as the 'first village of Dong'. Its five extraordinary drum towers have also been recorded in the Guinness Records. 🌈Here, the original Dong culture has not disappeared. During the day, it is a thousand-year-old village with small bridges and flowing water. At night, it is a brilliant world with lights from thousands of families. 🚙Transportation: 🚗Self-driving: About 5 hours from Guiyang Airport 🚅High-speed rail: About 1.5 hours from Guiyang East to Congjiang, then a 10-minute taxi ride to the village. 🏘Accommodation: It is recommended to choose a homestay away from the main street, which is relatively quieter. 🍲Food: Hundred-flavored sour soup, long table banquet, sour soup fish, beef powder, free-range chicken soup, etc. 💡Practical tips: 1⃣April 20th every year is the traditional festival of Zhaoxing Dong Village, 'Grain Rain Festival'. On this day, locals will hold activities such as opening the village gate to welcome guests, eating black rice, throwing pottery, painting faces, and Dong weddings. 2⃣There are many experiences of batik tie-dyeing, which is a major feature of the Dong people. The finished product can be obtained in a few hours. 3⃣When you come here, you must take photos with the drum tower, flower bridge, and stage. 4⃣In May, you can see the green fields all over the mountain in the village.

Explore with National Geographic! The ancient human village at the edge of time

Here is the village rated as 'the edge of time' by National Geographic Here is the thousand-year-old folk village hidden in the deep mountains Here is the paradise that retains the original human culture --This is Guizhou 'Zhaoxing Dong Village' . Take the high-speed train directly from Guangzhou, no need to wait for the long holiday, you can tour the whole scenic area in two days on the weekend, see the ancient village time passing, feel the slow pace of life🍃 . 🌈Cultural landscape ①The viewing platform at the entrance of the Dong Village, overlooking the entire village, as well as the five drum towers of Ren, Yi, Li, Zhi, Xin ②The waterwheel and the Wind and Rain Bridge next to the entrance of the village ③The bridge and intersection next to the Fish King Noodle Shop, there are two drum tower shooting positions ④Jiajie Batik Workshop, the small road in front of the door is full of batik, it's very photogenic on the small bridge . 🌈Transportation suggestion: Take the high-speed train directly to Congjiang Station--only three kilometers away from the Dong Village, it is recommended to stay in the scenic area, which can pick up and drop off the high-speed train to the homestay. 🌈This time I stayed in the 'Ancient Song Secret Realm' in the scenic area, where you can overlook the entire Dong Village from the room, especially when the night is quiet and beautiful, you can relax in the hot spring, watching the thousands of bright lights in the Dong Village, as if living in a paradise~ . In the evening, I happened to meet Dong singers in the lobby for a night of singing and drinking, enjoying Dong songs and special glutinous rice wine, and experiencing Dong customs firsthand. . When I woke up in the morning and opened the window, I could see the distant mountains and the clouds and mist, the entire Dong Village was like a splash-ink landscape painting unfolding in front of my eyes, while enjoying the tranquility of the morning light, while enjoying a hearty breakfast, it was really comfortable! . 🌈Local specialty food Sour soup fish Glutinous rice wrapped meat Crispy pork rice noodle Roasted pork belly Wild bayberry juice Oil tea

Guangzhou to Guizhou three-day two-night per capita 800 strategy

Here is the strategy I have sorted out! Guizhou is really the first choice for Guangzhou's surrounding tours, because it has beautiful scenery and low prices, very suitable for weekend relaxation! My boyfriend and I went together, and the cost of two people did not exceed 1,500 yuan. We suggest taking the train from Guangzhou South to Congjiang Station (passing through Guilin, Guangxi on the way, the scenery is super beautiful!) The round-trip ticket price is 388 yuan. We recommend staying in the village inside Zhaoxing Dong Village, so it is very convenient to travel. I live two kilometers outside the village, and every time I travel, I am picked up and dropped off by the boss of a guesthouse called Yihao Guesthouse, which is very convenient. The boss is very friendly! I stayed there for two days and had a great experience! As for tickets, student tickets are 40 yuan. We went to two attractions, one is Tang'an Terraced Fields (next to the terraced fields is a Tang'an Dong Village), and the other is Zhaoxing Tong Village. Tang'an Terraced Fields is located on the mountain, and Zhaoxing Dong Village is located at the foot of the mountain. We arrived at Tang'an Terraced Fields at noon, so we wanted to go to the mountain to enjoy the scenery in the afternoon. The boss of the guesthouse told us that we were very lucky because the weather was particularly good that day and we could see the sunset (it was cloudy and rainy the previous few days). To go to the terraced fields, you need to take a car. There are some people selling tickets on the roadside in Zhaoxing Dong Village. We directly bought a round-trip ticket for 20 yuan. It takes about 15 minutes to go up the mountain. The mountain road is very winding! Always going around. If you get carsick, it's best to prepare a bag. If you don't get carsick, you can enjoy the beautiful scenery outside the window, which is really super beautiful! After reaching the top of the mountain, the driver will drop us off at the entrance of Tang'an Dong Village, and the entrance is Tang'an Terraced Fields. At that time, we chose to visit Tang'an Dong Village first, and then return to the entrance to watch the sunset when the sun went down, and then return to the guesthouse. Tang'an Dong Village is very comfortable, and the whole village gives people a leisurely feeling, which is very suitable for relaxing. The local architecture is very distinctive, and it looks more charming under the afternoon sun. Compared with Tang'an Dong Village, Zhaoxing Dong Village is more lively, full of human fireworks. Walking into the alley is a residential area, with a small stream in the middle, where you can see children catching fish in the river and women washing clothes. The size of the village is moderate, and it takes about two or three hours to visit. Entering from the entrance of the village, you will see a street for renting ethnic costumes, with many shops. I rented a set of costumes, the price is 30 yuan for two hours. Many households in the village will hang dyed long cloth and tie-dyed clothes on the upper floor of their homes. Some shops can experience tie-dyeing, but because the process is more complicated and time-consuming, we did not go. The most representative local delicacy is crispy fragrant pig. Crispy fragrant pig powder can be seen everywhere, and the price is also very affordable, only a dozen yuan a bowl. (I ate for two days haha) In addition, grilled pork skewers are also a good choice, 6 skewers can be bought for 10 yuan, very delicious!

The underrated Dong village treasure tour route in Guizhou

The underrated Dong village treasure route in Guizhou Recommend that more than half of the Dong population in China live in Guizhou Province, in the beautiful mountains and rivers of southeastern Guizhou, a Dong village, a tall drum tower Few people come here, and there are not too many traces of commercialization The Dong architecture, folklore, culture and other treasures of the ethnic group hidden in the landscape are the world's! Today, a bud recommends a trip to the Dong gathering place in Guizhou for friends who like niche travel and ethnic culture

It's a high cost-effective homestay in Zhaoxing Dong Village

📍Location: Zhaoxing Dong Village, located in the southeast of Liping County, Qiandongnan Miao and Dong Autonomous Prefecture, Guizhou Province, is the largest Dong village in Qiandongnan. It was selected by National Geographic as one of the '33 most tempting tourist destinations in the world'. 🚗Transportation: Departing from Guangzhou, the high-speed train from Jiang Station takes 4 hours to reach. After getting off the train, exit the station, walk to the right, take a minibus (10 yuan/person), and you can reach the village in about 10 minutes. 🎫Ticket: 80 yuan/person/3-day pass for the village (free for residents of Guangzhou/Foshan/Shenzhen) 🏠Homestay: The village is not big, basically you can finish visiting in 1 hour. The main street is about 1 kilometer long. It is recommended to choose a homestay at the entrance of the village to avoid dragging luggage (some cross streets are quite rugged stone roads). In terms of cost performance, we chose to stay at the Dust Wind Inn. 🌟Homestay location: It is on the slope at the entrance of the village. When coming from the high-speed rail station, tell the driver to stop near the Dust Wind Inn. 🌟Homestay rooms: Chinese-style design, the balcony facing the village can directly overlook the terraces and the village, the viewing lake and the waterwheel are just below (the homestay offers a variety of room types, choose a lake view room to see the village). When we came, it was not the peak season. After nightfall, the constant stream of pedestrians during the day decreased a lot, so it did not affect sleep at all. It takes about 2 minutes to walk from the homestay to the main street. You can communicate with the shop owner in advance about the arrival time. If you take a bus from the high-speed rail station, you basically don't need to carry your luggage after getting off the bus, which is very convenient for travel. 🌟Near the homestay: The travel photography and breakfast shop are quite convenient, just nearby. It is recommended to try the local mutton rice noodles, which taste great.

How amazing it is to be rated as the most beautiful ancient town in China by National Geographic

How amazing it is to be rated as the most beautiful ancient town in China by National Geographic. Take a two-day leisure trip~ Direct high-speed train! Come to Zhaoxing Dong Village in Guizhou! Being selected as one of the 'Six Most Beautiful Ancient Villages in China' by Chinese National Geographic is really shocking! Compared to the Qianhu Yao Village, I prefer the slow life here. There are very few people on non-weekends, and there is no need to compete for photo spots. The locals are quite simple, and the food prices are not high. There are large areas of stilted buildings in the dry column style, and you can rent ethnic costumes. Both architectural and humanistic photography are very outstanding.

Go travel, and go alone.

I’ve never imagined I would come to love a place in so short spur of a time, but I did. #肇兴侗寨 is located in Liping, Guizhou, and is a must visit if you are like me, looking for yourself, exploring aesthetics and simple way of life. This place is one of the villages resided by Yi Zu, one of the 52 minority groups in China. The locals here are honest and trusting. I made a lot of small talks with the shop owners, the vendors on the street, the drivers, and with other fellow travellers. The atmosphere here conveyed an utopian sense of simplicity. And when darkness falls and daylight fades, the village becomes boisterous that brings it a more modern feel. I recommend not to follow any of the Dianping or travel recommendations. Talk to the locals, ask them for suggestions. You will find many pleasant surprises. #mytripvlog #urbanexplorer #summervacation

A Winter Stroll in Guizhou 💙

Staying in Zhaoxing Dong Village in January has it's ups and downs. The village is full of beauty and culture so don't miss it when visiting Guizhou. 💙 Wrap up warm！ The weather is cold and humid, don't underestimate how many layers you need, thermals reccomended. 💙 Take care of your equipment！ The drizzling rain is incredibly beautiful and the streets cleared of people so I photographed everything until my camera had enough and shut down for 30 mins 🙈 💙 Look for a modern hotel！The houses here are all wooden, which means the cold permeates each room. I specifically looked for a room with air conditioning but it hardly did anything, had my heated blanket turned up high all night. #guizhou #zhaoxing #winter #travel

Exploring what once was

A stunning place to visit. The views are breath taking and the people are kind. The buildings and temples are in great condition and give a clear idea of how life once was. There are many lovely cafes and restaurants to dine at as well as beautiful areas to walk around. Would highly recommend spending a day or two here. #summer #ancienttowns #china

Experience Minority Cultures in Zhaoxing

Zhaoxing is the perfect village to base yourself in for a few nights if you want to experience the Dong minority groups of Guizhou. Nestled between rice terraces, this village is filled with beautiful traditional Dong style architecture. You can spend a few days wandering the village itself as well as hiking to remote villages in the rice terraces. It is also a good place to base yourself whilst you explore the surrounding villages of Basha and Huanggang. Basha is the only village in China where the locals are still allowed hunting rifles as it is imbedded in their culture. It’s touristy, but worth a few hours of exploring. Huanggang is the opposite. Not touristy at all and a beautiful village to meander through for a few hours. To get there: take a 1.5 hour bullet train from Guiyang to Congjiang. Outside the station will be a bus stop with many buses travelling the 20 minute journey to Zhaoxing.

Zhaoxing Miao Village

Located south-east of Guiyang, Guizhou province - Zhaoxing is a small village nestled in the hills surrounded by rice terraces. Characteristic of the Miao ethnic minority, small wooden buildings and narrow alleyways dominate this small village, with the occasional spire marking areas where locals get together to play games like mahjong or cards in the evening. While the town has been refurbished for tourism, the town is a great place to walk around and explore while the surrounding hills offer an aerial vantage point from which to enjoy the unique architecture. Head to viewpoint in front of the city gate for the best view of the area. #scenicspotphotoguide#café#historicculture#beautifulsunsets#culturalattractions

Well worth a visit. One of the most beautiful places I’ve visited in China! The architecture is stunning and there are lots of nice bars, restaurants and guest houses in the village. Be sure to try some of the different types or rice wines (around 15 Yuan a cup). entry is 80 Yuan and then there is the option of taking a 20 Yuan shuttle bus to the entrance gate. the view point from the entrance is stunning and you can take a walk up to the higher viewpoint too. both worth a look! loads of busses heading to and from Congjiang Railway Station. Also, the bus station next to the train is great for getting to Jiabang or other destinations in the area. Enjoy! #summervacation