Things to do in Chongzuo

Aside from the water being a bit low when I went, everything else was fine. The boat ride past the waterfall was worth seeing, and the path to the viewing platform after disembarking was also okay. It was a bit commercialized but not overly so, and the facilities along the way blended well with the surrounding environment.

Chongzuo Dongnayu Bay Scenic Area is very close to Mingshi Pastoral Area. Those not driving usually go to Mingshi first and then take a taxi to and from there. It's very convenient. The scenic area can be explored by boat first and then on foot; the scenery is excellent, and the area is quite large.

We visited on October 25th, coinciding with the local harvest festival, which was very lively. The people there were very nice, and the scenery was beautiful. We saw a rice harvesting competition and performances by singers. The scenery along the way was also lovely. If you have time to explore at your own pace, a day is well worth it.

The scenic area is definitely worth a visit. We bought hiking tickets and finished the entire route in less than two hours. Since we had some extra time, my husband also bought rafting tickets. He paddled around on the water for fifty minutes each, and had a blast! We even captured some incredibly beautiful Tyndall effect photos. A truly delightful trip! ✌️🥳

Stepping into the white-headed langur base, these spirits of the rocky mountains leap gracefully between the cliffs, their golden cubs nestled in their mothers' arms—a heartwarming scene. The guide explained that only about a thousand remain globally, found only in the karst mountains of Chongzuo. Watching them carefree as they nibble on leaves, I felt both gratified and burdened. Protecting them is protecting the unique lifeblood of this land. May more people pay attention to these "hermits of the rocky mountains," allowing them to forever thrive in their homeland.

A taxi ride from the city center costs a flat rate of 30 yuan for about 15 kilometers. Once you arrive at the scenic area entrance, the left-hand side is the entrance itself, featuring the Friendship Pass fortress and the French building, which explain the history of Friendship Pass. There are also artillery emplacements on both sides. At the end of the scenic area is the Friendship Pass border crossing, where you can exchange money.

I booked a ticket for the 10:30 am ferry, but arrived much earlier. The ticket seller was very kind and helped me change my ticket to the 9:00 am ferry. The entire journey was comfortable and relaxing, without having to disembark.

Taiping Ancient City in Chongzuo, Guangxi, located on the banks of the Zuojiang River in Jiangzhou District, is a "pot-shaped city" with over 1000 years of history. Primarily featuring Ming and Qing dynasty architectural styles, it blends Zhuang culture, sugar culture, and water culture. A national AAAA-level tourist attraction, it is free to enter and renowned for its dazzling night views, ancient city wall ruins, and folk customs experiences. It's a great place to experience Zhuang culture, relax, and take photos. The ancient city's commercial street has many shops renting costumes for photoshoots. 【Core Attractions】Existing features include the Ming dynasty city wall (East Gate, Great West Gate, Small West Gate), Zhuang-style enclosed buildings, a covered corridor, the Yifang Opera Stage, a folk custom exhibition area, and a cascading waterfall. 【Performances】There are iron flower performances and drone shows in the evenings; performances are cancelled on rainy days.

It was quite fun. We arrived right at closing time, and there were almost no people left, it felt like we had the place to ourselves. It was quite cold and slippery inside the Dragon Palace, so definitely wear pants if you come. It's also humid and hot inside the Dragon Palace, so bring a fan.

The relationship between people and scenery is also about fate. Perhaps it was because we came at the wrong time, the water was quite murky, and the waterfall here was rather small, so the scenery was rather ordinary! However, the rice paddies outside were at their most vibrant and beautiful, full of lush greenery! The coffee was alright, and the concept of Blue Cave Coffee was quite novel; turning a coffee shop into a tourist attraction was also very bold!