Things to do in Shangsi

2026 Global 50 - Hot Springs Attractions

Shiwan Dashan Hot Spring

Shiwan Dashan Hot Spring is located in the northern suburbs of Shangsi County, with convenient transportation. The attraction has developed facilities including a hot spring exhibition area, a hot spring center, hotels, water-based leisure and entertainment, a shopping center, a parking lot, and a conference center, making it a resort village that integrates hot spring vacation, business conferences, wellness, and leisure entertainment. Shiwan Dashan Hot Spring is surrounded by mountains on three sides. The rocks of the hills contain white chalk, and springs continuously gush from the mountains. The interaction between the two forms white terraced hot springs, with an average water temperature of 40°C. Here, the pools of various sizes at each level differ in depth—some shallow pools are only ankle-deep, while the deeper ones reach half a waist deep. Viewed from above, they look like layers upon layers of stacked cotton candy, creating a remarkably beautiful scene. Here, visitors can soak in the hot springs while enjoying the mountain scenery and breathing fresh air, making it truly a winter vacation destination.

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Shiwan Great Mountain National Forest Park

Shiwandashan National Forest Park is located in the southern part of Shangsi County. It has a quiet environment and a pristine forest landscape. It is surrounded by continuous mountains, flowing springs and green forests, and the scenery is very charming. There are two main routes when visiting the Attraction. One is leading to the "Sleeping Buddha of Nanshan" (named so because when you look at Nanshan from here, the outline of Nanshan looks like a giant Buddha sleeping on its back), and the other is leading to the "Viewing the Sea at Shishan" (named so because the peak is the top of Shishan Mountain, where you can have a panoramic view of the sea view of Beibu Gulf). Most tourists will choose the second route. However, the distance from the gate of the Attraction to the top of the mountain is quite far. It takes about 3.5 hours to reach the top, and currently it is only accessible on foot. Tourists who want to reach the top are advised to set off early. If it is already late, it is recommended to go down the mountain immediately even if you have not reached the top of the mountain. If you choose the route to "Lion Mountain Sea Viewing", even if you don't reach the top of the mountain, the many scenic spots along the way will make you feel that the trip is worthwhile. The many naturally formed bathing pools along the way are good places to play in the water, and scenic spots such as the Dragon Robe Tree, the Love Net, and the Sancha River are also very charming.

Birds Paradise

The "Birds Paradise" is a large-scale eco-tourism resort that takes advantage of the superior natural ecological environment of the Shiwanda Mountain to establish a central theme of viewing various rare birds (wild animals under the second category of national protection), with leisure and vacation, popular science education, fitness training, and green environmental protection as the main contents, and integrates "eating, living, playing, and having fun". It is participatory, interesting, and entertaining. The bird-watching theme tourism ecological Attraction is divided into 1, 2, and 3 areas. The number of various rare birds in the park will reach more than 5,000 and more than 150 species. The Birds Paradise will become the largest tourist ecological scenic Attraction with bird culture as the theme in China and even in Asia. At present, the park uses the superior natural ecological environment of the Shiwanda Mountain to publicize and promote bird culture, including the domestication, breeding, display, rescue, popular science education, etc. of rare birds. The park has preliminarily completed the construction of 60 species and about 800 birds. The purpose is to cultivate people's environmental awareness of identifying, loving and protecting birds, make the Shiwanda Mountains with their beautiful mountains, lush forests and clear waters more spiritual and vibrant, create a beautiful environment where "man and nature" live in close harmony, and make the Bird Paradise Tourist Scenic Area a veritable "bird paradise and human paradise."

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No. 1 of Family-friendly Attractions in Qinzhou

Bazhaigou

Bazhaigou is located within Guitai Town's Dongli Village. The scenic area has a vast coverage of virgin old-growth forest. The scenic area has not yet been fully developed. A boardwalk in the scenic area has been built alongside the stream. At any time, visitors can go from the boardwalk to play in the water. There are several small bridges along the path, as well as some beautiful pools of water. During the rainy seasons, visitors will see the pools overflowing with water. The landscape within the scenic area is beautiful, with fresh and clean air. It is an excellent place for hiking and leisure.

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No. 7 of Family-friendly Attractions in Guangxi

White-Headed Langur Ecological Tourism Area

The White-Headed Langur Ecological Tourism Area consists of four discontinuous rocky mountain areas: Bapen, Daling, Tuozhu, and Banli. The white-headed langur is named for the snow-white hair on top of its head and its diet consisting mainly of leaves. It is a primate species discovered and named by Chinese scholars, found only among the karst rocky mountains within Chongzuo. With a global population of just over one thousand, it is listed as Critically Endangered by the International Union for Conservation of Nature, and Chongzuo is therefore known as "the hometown of the white-headed langur in China." After entering the park, a sightseeing bus ride of about ten minutes or a hike of a few hundred meters will bring you near the cliffs where the langur troops reside. The troops follow a fairly regular pattern: they leave to forage in the early morning, rest in the shade of the rock faces at noon, and return to their nests one after another before dusk, with relatively fixed routes, so patient waiting will most likely be rewarded. Infants born within half a year are golden all over and stand out strikingly in the arms of their black-furred mothers, making them a target that many nature photography enthusiasts come specifically for. The area is also home to protected animals such as the black langur and the macaque, and rare and endangered wild plants such as cycads and golden camellia. Relying on the rocky mountain forest ecosystem, the park carries out science education, ecological experience, and scientific research activities year-round. When observing the langurs, please keep quiet and do not feed or chase the troops; bringing your own binoculars or a telephoto lens makes it easier to see details on the cliffs, and avoiding noon in favor of early morning or dusk gives you a better chance of encountering active troops.

2026 Global 50 - Spring Outings

Qingxiu Mountain

Qingxiu Mountain is one of the famous scenic spots in Nanning and is located on the banks of the Yongjiang River. Qingxiu Mountain has more than a dozen foothills such as Qingshan and Fenghuangling. Here, you can visit the Longxiang Pagoda, look out over the landscapes. Or you can stroll through the park and admire different kinds of flowers. In springtime, this is a great place to enjoy flowers blooming, especially peach blossoms on Peach Blossom Island.

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Detian Transnational Waterfall Scenic Spot

Detian Transnational Waterfall Scenic Spot is located on the Guichun River along the China-Vietnam border in Guangxi. Here the border river meets a cliff, and the water drops in three tiers with a fall of about 60 m, facing Vietnam's Ban Gioc Waterfall across the cliff. In the rainy season, when the water is abundant, the two waterfalls almost merge into one, with a combined width of more than 200 m, and the roar can be heard across the valley. This is also one of the filming locations for the TV drama The Journey of Flower. The highlights of the visit mostly unfold around this border river: after passing through the Detian Archway, you can take a bamboo raft from the bank toward the foot of the waterfall, look up as the curtain of water crashes down from the cliff top and mist hits your face, and experience up close the unique atmosphere of two countries just a step apart on the border river; on the river, you can often encounter Vietnamese border residents rowing small bamboo rafts to sell coffee, dried fruit, and other small goods, and the bargaining has much of the fun of a cross-border market. After coming ashore, follow the waterfall-viewing boardwalk and the multi-level viewing platforms to look back at the full panorama of the waterfall from different heights. The No. 53 boundary marker, erected in the Qing Dynasty and inscribed with "China Guangxi Boundary," is a popular photo spot. The waterfall view changes noticeably with water volume: during the summer wet season, the water is surging and visually stunning, while in the dry season it is relatively delicate; bamboo raft docks have long queues during peak season, so if you want to view the waterfall up close, it is recommended to plan an early start; there is heavy mist on the bamboo raft, so remember to protect your phone and camera from water.

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Weizhou Island

Weizhou Island is located in the southern part of Beihai. It is a large extinct volcanic island in China. Many people choose it as a graduation trip destination. The volcanic rocks in the Crocodile Mountain Attraction, the sea erosion landscape of Dishui Danping, the beaches with different styles, and the beautiful sunrise and sunset are all the charms of Weizhou Island. For food lovers, the delicious seafood is not to be missed. Island beauty: Various volcanic rocks Traces of volcanic rocks can be seen everywhere on the entire Weizhou Island, and the Crocodile Mountain Attraction is the essence of the volcanic geological landscape of Weizhou Island. Here you can see the crater of Weizhou Island, volcanic lava in various shapes and forms, and the peculiar landforms formed by volcanic eruptions. You can also take photos with the Weizhou Lighthouse. Beaches with different styles Weizhou Island is surrounded by the sea, and each beach has its own style. Dishuidanping has a large area of ​​sea cliffs, with layers of rock textures and continuous dripping, and is also a place to watch the sunset on the island; Shiluokou Beach has a variety of water sports; Wucai Beach has a unique geological landscape and is also a good place to wait for the sunrise; Shell Beach is relatively primitive, quiet and beautiful. Long-standing religious culture In addition to beautiful scenery, Weizhou Island is also rich in cultural heritage. The Catholic Church is very old and still solemn and sacred. Not far away is a quiet and simple Church of Our Lady. There are also many residents on the island who believe in Mazu. The Sanpo Temple (also known as Tianhou Temple) in Nanwan is still popular today. Popular Experiences: Enjoy the gorgeous sunrise and sunset at the seaside Weizhou Island has many geological wonders and its beaches are clear and flat. No matter where you are on the island, the sunrise and sunset here are unforgettable. Shell Beach and Wucai Beach on the east side are popular sunrise viewing spots on the island. Tourists usually choose to wait for the rising of the red sun here at four or five in the morning. Dishui Danping and Shiluokou Beach on the west side are good locations for watching the sunset. Enjoy a variety of water sports In addition to the scenery, Weizhou Island is also a paradise for water sports. Among them, the activities near Nanwan Beach are more abundant, including jet skis, sea fishing, etc. It is also a popular diving spot on Weizhou Island. The suitable diving time is from 9:00 to 16:00. There are also fishermen who provide fishing projects at sea at Shell Beach. Enjoy a leisurely bike ride around the island Weizhou Island is not very big, and the transportation on the island is mainly bicycles and electric vehicles. There are car rental points near the docks where you land on the island. The colorful highway on the east coast is a famous ring road on Weizhou Island. It is black asphalt in the middle and red asphalt on both sides, which is very beautiful. The sea view along the way is very pristine. Whether you walk or rent a bicycle or electric bike, it is a very good experience. Recommended route: When visiting Weizhou Island, you will usually stay for one night. The recommended routes are:On the same day: Crocodile Mountain Attraction- Nanwan Ocean Sports Park - Dishui Danping - Nanwan Street; the next day: Wucai Beach - Catholic Church - Shiluokou Beach - Shell Beach”. Start to the Crocodile Mountain Attraction. You can also see the main sign of Weizhou Island along the way. Then go to Nanwan Ocean Sports Park. There are many photo-taking spots, Complimentary beach chairs and baths in the park. You can also experience regular water sports. In the evening, go to Dishui Danping to enjoy the sunset and sunset glow here. Eat and stay in Nanwan Street at night. Get up early the next day to watch the sunrise at Wucai Beach. Then you can rent a bicycle or battery car nearby and ride to visit the Catholic Church. Then ride along the colorful road. You can also go to Shell Beach on the way. Leave the island by boat in the late afternoon. So far, the fulfilling two-day tour of Weizhou Island has come to an end. Food and accommodation tips: The seafood on Weizhou Island is famous for its deliciousness. Nanwan Street is the agricultural trade center here, where you can buy seafood and take it back to the store for processing. Nanwan Street is also where bars are concentrated. In addition, there is a small market outside the Catholic Church, where many villagers set up stalls to sell local snacks, such as jelly, glutinous rice cakes, sweet potato cakes, etc., which are very affordable. Accommodation in Weizhou is mainly private inns. Nanwan is a popular place to stay. It is very convenient for eating and shopping, and the distance to the island's highlights is also suitable. May to October every year is the peak tourist season for Weizhou Island. It is recommended to book a room in advance when traveling to Weizhou Island during holidays.