Things to do in Wenshan Prefecture

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Puzhehei Scenic Area

Puzhehei is a land of karst landscape and scenic agricultural fields. In 2013, it was a filming location for the hit reality TV series Where Are We Going, Dad? Here you can see karst caves, endless acres of lotus blossoms, and the beautiful country landscape that made Puzhehei famous. There are also ethnic minority villages here. The karst caves are a highlight of Puzhehei. Not only are these caves full of all sorts of stalactites, there are also many legends and myths about them. The golden season for visiting Puzhehei is from June to September, when the lotuses are in bloom.

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Bamei Xanadu Scenic Area

Bamei is an idyllic village known for its unique karst landscape and lush green mountains. To access the village, visitors must first travel by horse carriage and then by boat through a network of dark caves. Visitors can explore the picturesque surroundings and experience the traditional lifestyle of the village's residents.

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Qinglong Mountain

Qinglong Mountain is the highest point in the Puzhehei Scenic Area and a solitary limestone peak surrounded by water on three sides. The foot of the mountain is adjacent to Puzhehei Village, and you can start the climb near the Lover's Bridge by the village. The trail consists mainly of stone steps and is relatively steep. The several viewing platforms at the summit face different directions. Some are suitable for photographing panoramic views and distant mountains, while those with open vistas are great spots to wait for the sunset. During the months when lotus flowers are in full bloom in summer, the view from the summit, capturing both the karst peaks and lotus ponds in one frame, is particularly spectacular. There are also some natural caves and rock formations here, attracting many enthusiasts to come and admire them.

Xianrendong Village

Xianrendong Village is located in the core area of ​​Puzhehei Scenic Area and is famous for its cave landscape and karst cave wonders. Among them, the famous karst cave Xianrendong is located to the north of Xianrendong Village. Visitors can enter by boat. The naturally formed wonders such as stalactites, stalagmites, and stone pillars in the cave are like entering a mysterious underground palace, which is of great historical and cultural value. As part of the Puzhehei Scenic Area, Xianrendong Village is also a place full of ethnic culture. This is a traditional village of the Zhuang and Miao ethnic groups, and the villagers still maintain their original folk customs and lifestyles. There are many typical ethnic buildings in the village, with exquisitely carved roofs and rich ethnic totems painted on the walls, showing a unique artistic charm. Visitors can experience traditional culture in depth, taste authentic ethnic food, and further feel the local charm of Puzhehei.

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Xianren Cave

Xianren Cave is located in the north of Xianren Cave Village. You can take a boat to enter the cave. The space inside is small, and you even have to walk sideways to pass through some places. The coolness inside the cave hits you in the face. Stones that look like knives and swords hang upside down from the top of the cave, like a rich collection of ancient weapons. Walk along the trail of about 1 kilometer, where the "Double Dragon Treasure Hunt" is quite unique.

Puzhehei Swan Lake

Swan Lake is located in Puzhehei Scenic Area, Qiubei County, Wenshan City. It is an ecological lake area that integrates karst peaks, lakes, caves and wetland ecosystems. The wetland biodiversity in the lake area is very rich, and there are more than 100 migratory birds, including wild geese, swans, herons, egrets, storks, etc., with more than 100 species and more than 10,000. Here, tourists can choose to stroll or take an electric car or electric boat to wander around the lake area, watch the beautiful scenery of thousands of birds flying together, feel the harmony between man and nature, man and animals, and the physical and mental enjoyment brought to people by the beautiful landscape of Puzhehei.

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Puzhehei Village

Puzhehei Village attracts many tourists with its unique karst landforms and beautiful natural scenery. The lakes, peaks and pastoral scenery here are intertwined to form a picturesque scene. Puzhehei means "pond with many fish and shrimps". The village is surrounded by clear lakes and verdant mountains, making it an ideal place to experience the beauty of nature. There are many activities in the village. Visitors can take a boat to go boating in the lake and enjoy the natural scenery on both sides of the river up close. Summer is a good time to enjoy lotus flowers. The blooming lotus flowers on the lake and the green mountains in the distance complement each other, making people linger. In addition, hiking or cycling is also a good way to explore Puzhehei, and you can feel the tranquility and peace of the countryside along the way. The village offers a variety of accommodation options, from characteristic homestays to comfortable hotels to meet the needs of different tourists. The restaurants in the village offer authentic Yunnan dishes. It is recommended to try the local specialties. Puzhehei Village has won wide acclaim for its natural scenery and simple folk customs, and is one of the destinations not to be missed when traveling in Yunnan.

Sanla Waterfall

Sanla Waterfall is located nearSanla Village, 20 km east of Babao Town, Guangnan County, Wenshan Prefecture. In the Zhuang language, "Sanla" means "the place where three rivers meet," and it was historically known as Xiangquan Waterfall. The Babao River flows through the rugged mountains and rushes here, cascading down from the top of a precipitous cliff over 10 m wide, with a total drop of 120 m across three tiers. The waterfall's current is turbulent, and its roar is deafening. Following the terrain, the waterfall descends in three tiers, with three sheer cliffs, cascading water, and a pool at each level. The first and second tiers are narrower with turbulent water, while the third tier is wider with a drop of over 40 m. In summer, the waterfall surges with a massive torrent, while in winter, it resembles a white silk ribbon hanging in the air.

Puzhehei Lake

Puzhehei Lake is located in Qiubei County, Wenshan Zhuang and Miao Autonomous Prefecture, Yunnan Province. It is a plateau karst tectonic freshwater lake. "Puzhehei" is Yi language, meaning a place with abundant fish and shrimps. It is a national AAAA-level tourist attraction and a natural scenic spot featuring karst landforms. The lake area consists of multiple lakes, caves and peaks, and is famous for its natural landscape of "pastoral land on water, world in caves, lakes and mountains". The lake is crystal clear, surrounded by green mountains and dotted with villages, creating a picturesque scenery. The lake area is home to a variety of rare plants and animals, making it an ideal location for bird watching and eco-tourism. Every summer, lotus flowers bloom, forming a magnificent scene of thousands of acres of lotus ponds, attracting many tourists to come and watch. In addition, Puzhehei is also the settlement of ethnic minorities such as the Yi and Zhuang. It has rich ethnic customs and traditional culture and is an ideal place for eco-tourism and cultural experience.