[2025 Xingyi Attraction] Travel Guide for Yubululu Tiankeng Scenic Area (Updated Jan)

So far, the biggest pit I've fallen into is called the Yubulu Tiankeng (Yubulu Sinkhole). Due to the long-term erosion of the underground river, the surface collapsed, forming a pit-like terrain. Yubulu Village was built in this huge depression, hence the name "Yubulu Tiankeng." This ancient Buyi village hidden deep in the mountains is almost isolated from the world. After visiting countless ancient cities, towns, and villages, this is the first village that has not been commercially developed at all. There are no shops or homestays, only elderly people in traditional clothing chatting under the trees, and very few tourists. 🚗Transportation: Only accessible by car, about 40 minutes from Xingyi. 🧭Navigation: Yubulu Tiankeng Scenic Area 🎫Tickets: Free 🅿️Parking: Free 🏞️Attractions: 1⃣️The village is small, with only more than 100 households, and can be visited in an hour. You can also climb the viewing platform on the mountain behind the village along the trail to enjoy the view of the whole village, which takes about 1 hour round trip. 2⃣️There is a peculiar stone drain in the village, which is an art design by students from the Central Academy of Fine Arts and has a drainage function. It has now become a popular photo spot for tourists, and aerial photography is even better.

Located in Xingyi City, this trumpet flower-shaped sinkhole is flat at the bottom and has a height difference of over 600 meters. The sinkhole is surrounded by strange peaks. 126 households live around the bottom of the sinkhole, with stone houses, stone walls, stone roads, woods, and bamboo groves forming a natural landscape. There is a spring on the eastern side of the sinkhole, which not only provides drinking water for the residents and livestock, but also irrigates over 200 acres of fertile land. On the western side, there is a water cave that drains excess water. This sinkhole has been called the largest sinkhole in China by geologists.

This 600-year-old village in Xingyi, Guizhou is surrounded by mountains and features beautiful rural scenery and simple folk customs. The village is home to a magical tiankeng (sinkhole) that is paved with shale in a radial pattern, like a work of art. The village has been featured on CCTV's "Geography of China" and other media outlets, and is a filming location for the TV show "Where Are We Going, Dad?" 📹 The village has become more well-known since then. 🏡 It's a great place to visit during the holidays to experience a slower pace of life. 🍃 📍 Location: Yubulu Tiankeng Scenic Area (Qingshuihe Town, Xingyi City, Qianxinan Buyei and Miao Autonomous Prefecture, Guizhou Province) 🎫 Tickets: Free 🚗 Transportation: High-speed train/train: "Xingyi Station," then take a taxi for about 26 km Self-driving: Navigate to "Yubulu Tiankeng," parking is available 🍖 Xingyi Cuisine: Lamb noodles, goose noodles, chicken dumplings, brush head, sour soup fish, sour soup beef, etc. 📷 Photo Spots: 1️⃣ Architecture: The stone houses, stone walls, and stone roads in the village form a unique landscape. The buildings are built along the mountains and rivers, with a clean and neat layout, and there are towering ancient trees and century-old buildings. 2️⃣ Tiankeng: A combination of art and function, said to be designed and created by teachers and students from the Central Academy of Fine Arts. It acts as a funnel during floods and heavy rains (the tiankeng is not large, and not as impressive as in photos, but it is still a good sight). 3️⃣ Climb for a View: You can climb to the top of the mountain to enjoy a view of the entire village. 4️⃣ History: The village is mostly inhabited by the Chen family, said to be descendants of Chen Youliang who migrated here. The village still retains the ancient banner culture of the Central Plains. ⛰️ Nearby Attractions: ▪️ Jilong Castle: A magical castle in the middle of Wanfeng Lake, also known as the "Chinese Neuschwanstein Castle" or "Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry." ▪️ Wanfeng Lake: Surrounded by the mountains of Wanfenglin and karst landforms, the lake is clear and green, like an emerald. You can take a boat ride here to enjoy the leisurely pace of life and take close-up photos of Jilong Castle. ▪️ Fenglin Buyi Scenic Area: Surrounded by Wanfenglin, the stilted buildings on the river are brightly lit, full of romance. The area is beautiful both day and night! ▪️ Maling River Canyon: A deep water crack formed during mountain-building movements, with waterfalls, hanging bamboo, connected caves, and ancient trees on both sides. 💡 Tips: The village is small, so it's recommended to visit nearby attractions as well.

On this mysterious land of Guizhou, there is a green gem untouched by the world—Yubulu. With its beautiful mountains and rivers and fresh air, it is an ideal place to escape the hustle and bustle of the city and find peace of mind. Today, let me take you to this paradise on earth and start a spiritual journey! Attractions Yubulu Tiankeng: As one of the rare large funnel-shaped karst landforms in China, Yubulu Tiankeng is not only large in scale but also has a unique shape. Surrounded by cliffs, the bottom is a vibrant little world. Walking down the winding path, you can feel the charm of nature's craftsmanship with every step. Bouyei Village: Next to the Tiankeng is a well-preserved traditional Bouyei village. Walking through it, the simple and elegant wooden buildings, the hospitable local residents, and the colorful folk cultural activities make you feel as if you have traveled back to that simple era. Terraced Fields: Leaving the village and continuing on, you will come across a spectacular terraced landscape. With the changing seasons, these layered fields present different colors, which are breathtakingly beautiful. Itinerary Day 1: Depart from Guiyang to Yubulu (about 3 hours by car). Upon arrival, visit the Bouyei village and experience the ethnic customs. In the afternoon, go to the Tiankeng for an adventure, and stay overnight in a local guesthouse. Day 2: Get up early to enjoy the sunrise, then explore more natural wonders such as waterfalls. Have a local farmhouse lunch. After a short rest in the afternoon, return to Guiyang to end the trip. Food Recommendations Don't miss the local specialty sour soup fish, made with fresh live fish and homemade pickles, which is delicious and unique. There are also various wild vegetables and mountain delicacies waiting for you to discover! Transportation Tips Self-driving is the most convenient way, and the scenery along the way is beautiful and suitable for taking photos. If you choose public transportation, you can take a long-distance bus directly to the vicinity of the destination, and then transfer to a short-distance bus or taxi to the entrance of the scenic spot. In this fast-paced society, give yourself a chance to slow down and feel the long-lost peace and beauty. Yubulu is waiting for every friend who wants to return to nature!

Stroll through the tranquil and quaint village With stone houses, it retains the romance of the original village Plant some green plants in the yard, climb the vines, soak a cup of tea or coffee in the afternoon sun, and take you into the leisurely fairy tale world in a second - There is more historical heritage and the crystallization of ancient wisdom in the small village Tiankeng, stone buildings, and flowing water all show the quiet and slow life here I really think it is more suitable for playing and relaxing here - 📍Yubulu Tiankeng Scenic Area, Qingshuihe Town, Xingyi City, Qianxinan Buyei and Miao Autonomous Prefecture (free ticket) 🚗312 kilometers from Guiyang to Yubulu Tiankeng, toll 215 RMB, about 4 hours - 📷Check in and take photos: 1️⃣Architectural style: the stone houses, stone walls, and stone roads in the village form a unique landscape. The buildings are built by the mountains and rivers, and the layout is neat and tidy. There are also towering ancient trees and century-old buildings 2️⃣Tiankeng: The crystallization of wisdom combined with art and function is said to be designed and produced by teachers and students of the Central Academy of Fine Arts. When floods and heavy rains strike, it can play the role of a funnel (the scenery of Tiankeng is not big, far less than the photos can bring people. Surprise, but it is indeed a good view) 3️⃣Climb high and look into the distance: You can climb to the top of the mountain to overlook the entire village 4️⃣Historical heritage: The village is mostly Chen, it is said that it is the descendants of Chen Youliang who migrated here to multiply and reproduce, and still retains the ancient banner culture of the Central Plains

How many secrets are hidden in Guizhou? Push the window to see the mountains and wilderness, the most beautiful peak forest in China It is the "peak forest, magnificent for thousands of miles" that Xu Xiake sighed. The Milky Way falls to the bottom of the valley, the most beautiful crevice on earth It is a canyon miracle created by Maling River Then drive along the winding mountain road to the clouds Wumeng Mountain connects to the mountains outside Yuhuangding overlooks the magnificent Wanshanghu Lake - 🚙3-day and 2-night self-driving route reference Day1: Depart from Guiyang➠ Xianren Bridge➠ Yubulu Tiankeng Scenic Area➠ Qinghe River Scenic Area Day2: Cloud House➠ Jilongbao➠ Wanfo Temple➠ Wanshanlin Day3: Wanshanlin➠ Maling River Canyon➠ Return - 📝Tips for playing: ①, Self-driving navigation Xianren Bridge, after getting off the highway, it is strongly recommended to take Dachang Town➠ Sanwangping Grassland➠ Baocun Village➠ Erping Grassland➠ Xianren Bridge. Otherwise, if you follow the mountain road recommended by the navigation, you will sweat all over the 70-degree steep slope ②, Sanwangping Grassland, the distant mountains are towering, the mountains and the sky are connected, there is a fairy tale feeling of running towards the clouds. Herds of cattle leisurely eat grass, alpine meadows let you run ‼️Almost no tourists, and free ③, Yubulu Tiankeng, hidden in a primitive village with a history of 600 years, the tiankeng and sinkhole in the fields are very interesting, although it has attracted some tourists to visit, the village style is still simple ‼️There is a viewing platform on the way from Yubulu to Qinghe River by car ④, Qinghe River Scenic Area, currently you can register at the entrance and walk in for free. More people book in advance to play paddle boards here. If you have time, you can experience playing paddle boards under the canyon waterfall ⑤, Cloud House☕️ Coffee shop is a place I like very much, the viewing platform is very beautiful for taking photos ⑥, Jilongbao, a magical castle on an island in Wanshanghu Lake, known by netizens as "Hogwarts School of Magic" and "Chinese Swan Castle". No new drone position, my homepage has a separate introduction including road book ⑦, Wanfo Temple, the ancient temple in the cave is very unique. To enter the main hall, you need to climb a mountain, and the steps are also very steep ‼️Local people say that minors are not allowed to worship ⑧, Wanshanlin, the peak forest is as magnificent as thousands of troops and horses, as strange as the waves of the ocean. The golden rice fields in autumn make it a beautiful oil painting. Riding a small electric donkey through the fields, fishing in the rice fields, and sitting in a coffee shop in the rice fields to watch the wind blow the wheat are all happy ⑨, Maling River Canyon, known as the "most beautiful scar on earth", is breathtakingly beautiful. Hiking in the canyon, the waterfalls cascading down the cliffs along the way stir up water mist, making the entire canyon dreamlike

The fairy-tale lake castle, the ancient Buyi village in the mountains Wanfenglin, Yubulu... The clear mountains and waters, the pastoral scenery are the best descriptions I have for this place This summer, go to Xingyi~ That's a place even Xu Xiake praised! . 📍Xingyi City, belongs to Qianxinan Buyi and Miao Autonomous Prefecture, at the junction of Yunnan, Guizhou, and Guangxi provinces, with deep valleys and significant karst topography. An excellent secluded travel destination for self-driving tours. . 🏯3-day 2-night itinerary ❶Nanlong Buyi Ancient Village➠Yuhuang Top➠Jilong Fort ❷Wanfenglin➠Fenglin Buyi ❸Yubulu Sinkhole➠Maling River Canyon . ✅Travel tips 1️⃣Nanlong Buyi Ancient Village Free, over 300 years old Buyi stilted building complex, very primitive 2️⃣Yuhuang Top Free, overlooking Wanfeng Lake, lucky to encounter a sea of clouds 3️⃣Jilong Fort Ticket 60, right by Wanfeng Lake, you can take a boat. If you have a drone, you don't have to go in, aerial photography is more beautiful Free photo with the castle 📌Navigate to Hongchun Village, drive up the dirt road on the left at the end of the cement road, then walk down to the lakeside 4️⃣Wanfenglin Xu Xiake praised the wildness of Wanfeng, tour by sightseeing car or self-drive, cycling 📌Sightseeing car: 120 (including ticket) mainly tours the mountain viewing platforms Route: General Peak→Bagua Fields→Six Six Dashun Peak→Step by Step Rise→Fu Character Fields 📌Self-drive, cycling: Free for self-driving, rent a bike on the roadside Route: Scenic entrance→Shang Nahui Village→Zhong Nahui Village→Xia Nahui Village→Wanfo Temple 5️⃣Fenglin Buyi Ticket 79, newly built Buyi village, with mountains and water, suitable for playing from afternoon to evening to see the night view 6️⃣Yubulu Sinkhole Free, over 600 years old stone house ancient village, check in the unique earth drain, suitable for aerial photography 7️⃣Maling River Canyon Ticket 70, canyon elevator up and down 40. Canyon waterfall group, known as the most beautiful scar on earth 📌Enter from Xiaoqingshan entrance, take the elevator down to the valley bottom, turn right over the bridge, follow the trail to the end and cross the bridge again, visit the galloping horse waterfall group and return . 🍃Other tips ▪️Accommodation near Wanfenglin scenic area or airport ▪Specialty foods include lamb rice noodles, scissor noodles, stick noodles, grey zongzi, etc. Xingyi's prices are very touching, can't help but eat a lot ▪️It's even more beautiful during the rapeseed and rice seasons

In a sinkhole in Guizhou, there is a stone village that has been a refuge for over 600 years, with only one way in and out. This is the Tiankeng Stone Village located in the Qianxinan of Guizhou, a mountain village hidden in the Lu Tiankeng. All the houses are built of stone, and the entire village is surrounded by mountains, resembling a paradise. The stone buildings and stone pavements of the village are very unique, and the environment is pristine, with fresh air. Now, 90% of the villagers have moved to the city, leaving only a few elderly people behind. The history of the village dates back over 600 years, when, due to isolation and wars, it is said that families mainly surnamed Chen fled here and settled down. The stone architecture and environment of the entire village give a sense of simplicity, tranquility, and comfort, making one feel relaxed and happy. The Yubulu Tiankeng is a national 3A scenic area, located within the jurisdiction of Xingyi City in southwestern Guizhou. It is shaped like a trumpet flower, with a flat bottom and a height difference of over 600m. Surrounded by peculiar peaks, 126 households live around the bottom of the sinkhole. The village is picturesque, with stone houses, stone walls, stone roads, forests, and bamboo, all naturally charming. On the eastern side of the sinkhole halfway up the mountain, there is a spring that, in addition to satisfying the drinking needs of the villagers and their livestock, also irrigates more than 200 acres of good farmland within the sinkhole. On the western side, there is a waterfall hole, which is the sinkhole drain (sinkhole funnel), discharging excess water. This sinkhole has been called the foremost of China's discovered sinkholes by geologists. The area of the ancient Yubulu village is more than 20,000 square meters, and the layout of the entire village is well distributed. The houses are concentrated on one side of the road, while the center of the bottom of the sinkhole is covered with large farmlands. The mountains surrounding the sinkhole tightly enclose the village at the bottom, with farmlands, houses, and forests interspersed among them, forming a harmonious scene.