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Hot Spring Resort Mount Foding·Shiqian China
The Fodingshan Hot Spring Town is located at the foot of Fodingshan in Shiqian. The hot spring town is being promoted in three phases. It is planned to be built into a hot spring themed town with hot spring therapy as the core, integrating sightseeing, vacation and health care and other leisure tourism projects. The currently open hot spring area has a quiet environment, and the hot spring pools are hidden among the plants, allowing people to enjoy the natural scenery while soaking in the hot springs.Shiqian · 7.2 km from downtown
Shiqian Ancient Hot Springs
Shiqian Hot Springs Resort is located in Tangshan Town in Shiqian County. The springs date back to the reign of the Ming dynasty Wanli Emperor and have been visited by many famous people. The resort is a popular day out for the whole family. There are a number of single and double rooms where visitors can relax and enjoy a quiet bath. There is also an outdoor bathing area.Shiqian · 752m from downtown
Xianren Street Scenic Area
Xianren Street Attraction, namely Xianren Street in Shiqian County, AttractionIt has a profound historical and cultural heritage, mythical legends, and unique resources such as strange immortal footprints, immortal tables, immortal wine cup stones, and immortal springs. Xianren Street AttractionTo the south is a rare vast grassland with a high forest coverage rate. In spring, the mountains are full of flowers, in summer, the air is cool and refreshing, in autumn, there are abundant fruits, in winter, everything is covered with snow, the air is fresh, and the climate is pleasant. It is a tourist destination suitable for living, traveling and vacationing.Shiqian · 5.6 km from downtown
Gao Guo He Scenic Area
Gaoguohe Scenic Area is a canyon-type tourist attraction, consisting of virgin forest canyons, deep pools, dangerous beaches, waterfalls and torrents. Within the scenic area of 40 square kilometers, there are rich original ecological vegetation, towering ancient trees, exotic flowers and plants, and a wide variety. It is a large natural botanical garden. Thousand-year-old trees in the area, osmanthus magnolia in Ming and Qing Dynasties, and national first- and second-level protected tree species such as southern yew, podocarpus, metasequoia, ginkgo, etc. can be seen everywhere; The waterfall is beautiful, the combination of movement and stillness, full of wild interest; among the green mountains and green waters, there are natural murals, strange peaks and strange rocks from time to time. Among them, there are 3 national first-class scenic spots and more than 20 second-class scenic spots. Masculinity, danger, strangeness, seclusion, beauty and beauty intertwine with each other, and the fortune is magical, especially the unique Gu'er Waterfall, which is majestic, handsome and extraordinary. The annual average temperature is 12.5°C. It enjoys the reputation of "leisure resort, holiday paradise". The unique charm of high river rafting is an exciting and refreshing project for high river tourism. The rafting section has a total length of 10 kilometers and a rafting drop of 200 meters, suitable for all ages. While enjoying the adventure and excitement, you can also experience the lingering and amazing canyon landscape on both sides of the river. It is a compound provincial-level scenic spot for sightseeing, vacation and summer vacation, and ancient exploration.Zhenyuan County · 28.7 km from Shiqian
Gaoguohe Drifting
Drifting in the virgin forest canyon above the river has a unique charm; the majestic and majestic virgin forests on both sides bring the hearts of tourists into a kind of tranquility full of greenery and freshness, hidden in the shade of the river The water is green and clear, and the water surface is calm, like a blue gem falling into the deep valley. It is dazzling and refreshing. Along the river, there are waterfalls pouring down from the mountain peaks from time to time, scattered like broken jade and flying flowers, which is amazing. Sometimes the river in the gorge is as level as a mirror, crystal clear and clear; Two or three clear wild birds chirping, following the playful figure of monkeys flickering in the forest from time to time, you can also experience the oncoming dangerous peaks that are sharply sliced by knives, crossing the rapids like snowy waves, Happy and exciting, without any danger.Zhenyuan County · 30.2 km from Shiqian
Loushang Ancient Village
The upstairs ancient village was built in the Hongzhi period of the Ming Dynasty and has a history of more than 500 years. This ancient village is hidden in the lush mountains and old forests, surrounded by green cypresses for thousands of years. There are many strange ancient trees in the village, especially a osmanthus tree in the village that is nearly 10 meters high. It is said that when it blooms, the left side is yellow and the right side is white; there are also crape myrtle trees that sway when you touch them, and they are planted in the shape of a Big Dipper. The ancient maple trees are very mysterious. The village in the village is built with the "Big Dipper" tree as the core, and the layout is very strict. The southwest is the residential area, the southeast is the production area, the northwest is the entertainment area, and the northeast is the tomb area. It's amazing. Walking in the village, you can fully feel the mystery of the ancient village upstairs, go for a walk in the "crooked door and evil way" and the "shou" shaped ancient alley, or watch the embroidery of the ancient village, or drink the water from the Tianfu Ancient Well and watch the ancient bridge of the opera building. , experience the wonders of the filming location of the movie "Xiongguan Mandao".Shiqian · 10.9 km from downtown
Fanjing Mountain
Fanjing Mountain is located in Tongren, northeastern Guizhou province, with an elevation of 2,572 m. As the highest peak of the Wuling Mountains, it is a member of the UNESCO "Man and Biosphere" program, a World Natural Heritage site, and a national 5A-level tourist attraction. The Mount Fanjing Biosphere Reserve covers a total area of 428.63 km². The mountain is characterized by its pristine wilderness, majestic peaks, layered ridges, crisscrossing streams, and cascading waterfalls. Its iconic attractions include the Red Clouds Golden Summit, Yuejing Mountain, the 10,000-meter Sleeping Buddha, Mushroom Rock, the Ten Thousand Scrolls of Scriptures, Jiulong Pool, and Phoenix Mountain. Mount fanjing was originally named "three valleys", derived from "pure land of brahma". The buddhism here originated in the tang dynasty and flourished in the ming dynasty, making it a historic buddhist mountain. Additionally, mount fanjing boasts abundant wildlife resources, including rare species such as the guizhou golden monkey and dove tree. Mount Fanjing is the main peak of the Wuling mountain range, located at the junction of Jiangkou, Yinjiang, and Songtao counties. With its massive and majestic form reaching into the clouds, it was revered as the ancestor of famous mountains as early as the beginning of the Ming dynasty and is a renowned Buddhist sacred site. Additionally, Mount Fanjing boasts vast areas for viewing red leaves. Every fall, the layered forests are dyed in vibrant hues, with the red leaves complementing the mountain temples. Here, you can take a cable car to overlook the endless stretches of red foliage or stroll along the mountain paths, surrounded by fiery red leaves on both sides and above. The red cloud golden summit is the core of Foshan. The two temples standing majestically on the peak, with two buddhas presiding, create an infinite dharma realm. This masterpiece of the Southern Song Dynasty's White Lotus Society in constructing a "pure land on earth" is a miracle in the history of Buddhist development on famous mountains. Take the sightseeing bus from the attraction entrance to the cableway, then ride the cableway up and walk straight to the top to see the famous "mushroom stone." True to its name, it has a large top and a small base, resembling a mushroom, standing approx. 10 m tall and having been on the mountain for 1 billion years. To the left of the mountaintop is the red golden cloud summit, and to the right is the old golden summit, both incredibly spectacular.Jiangkou · 63.8 km from Shiqian
Fo'ding Hill
Shiqian · 22.2 km from downtown
Tianmen Mountain National Forest Park
Tianmen Mountain National Forest Park is named after the natural wonder "Tianmen Mountain National Forest Park - Tianmen Cave." When visiting the attraction, you can enjoy a bird's-eye view of the winding Heaven-Linking Avenue and the stunning mountain scenery from the cable car. The brave can also walk along the cliff-hugging glass skywalk for an exhilarating aerial experience. Tianmen Mountain National Forest Park is located close to Zhangjiajie city. The Tianmen Cave in the park is a natural karst cave, and locals believe it leads directly to heaven. For ordinary travelers, Tianmen Cave is not open year-round. During winter each year, due to snow and icy roads, both Tianmen Cave and the Avenue toward Heaven (a winding mountain road with 99 turns) leading to it are closed. The lower station of the attraction's cableway is located in Guanliping, Yongding District, and the upper station isTianmen MountainTop. In 2020, the attraction opened the express cableway. The lower station of the express cableway is near the entrance to Tianmen Mountain, and the upper station is atTianmen CaveNear the parking lot. Tianmen Mountain National Forest Park is filled with ancient towering trees and intertwined vines. The attraction is divided into several main areas, including Tianmen Mountain National Forest Park - Tianmen Cave, central route, eastern route and western route. Travelers can choose different routes and areas to explore based on their preferences and physical condition. The core attraction along the central route is Tianmen Mountain Temple. Nearby lies the "Child-seeking cave," where folk legends claim Guanyin, the child-giving bodhisattva, manifested her divine power—devout prayers here are believed to grant offspring. The western route's highlight is a 60 m-long glass walkway clinging to sheer cliffs, with fully transparent flooring that induces both vertigo and exhilaration as visitors tread above abysses. Currently, the eastern route and Panlong Cliff each feature their own approx. 60 m glass walkways. No stay is allowed in the attraction, so it can only be visited within one day. There is a "Cherry Bay Restaurant" near Tianmen Mountain Temple, which offers snacks and fast food. Near the lower station of Tianmen Mountain cableway, there is transportation to the "Grand Canyon Theater", where you can watch the live show and magical musical "Tianmen Fox Fairy". Adapted from the mythological tale "Liu Hai cuts firewood", it tells a touching love story between a human and a fox. With live music, lighting effects, and captivating scenes like a giant moon, fox spirit transformations, snowflakes filling the sky, and high-altitude flying bridges, this legendary romance is vividly brought to life.China · Zhangjiajie
Zhangjiajie National Forest Park
Zhangjiajie National Forest Park is where Zhangjiajie tourism originates. "Everyone knows Zhangjiajie, but who recognizes Wulingyuan?" Many visitors are confused about the relationship between Zhangjiajie and Wulingyuan. Generally, Zhangjiajie refers to both Zhangjiajie City and the Zhangjiajie attraction. The Zhangjiajie attraction specifically means Zhangjiajie National Forest Park, which—together with Tianzi Mountain, Suoxi Valley, and Yangjiajie—forms the Wulingyuan scenic area. Since Zhangjiajie National Forest Park was developed earlier and gained greater fame, even Zhangjiajie City was renamed after it. As a result, people commonly use "Zhangjiajie National Forest Park" or "Zhangjiajie attraction" to refer to the Wulingyuan scenic area. "Three thousand spectacular peaks and eight hundred beautiful waters." The three thousand spectacular peaks, in particular, are world-renowned. Wulingyuan's mountains stand apart from famous peaks around the world. Across its 398-square-kilometer area, over 3,000 densely packed sandstone pillars rise dramatically, with 243 exceeding 1,000 meters in height. When sea of clouds roll in, these pillars appear to float without foundation, soaring straight into the sky. Alongside North America's redwood forests and Greenland's glaciers, they form one of Earth's four great geological wonders. Located at low altitudes in the subtropical zone, Wulingyuan thrives with lush forests and abundant water sources, supporting numerous endangered plant and animal species. Each pillar teems with life. The natural pillars, bridges, canyons, waterfalls, streams, pools, caves, and dense broadleaf forests often shroud in mist and clouds, enhancing their breathtaking beauty. This unique landscape creates a spectacular scene described as "majestic mountains, elegant waters, peculiar peaks, secluded gorges, and exquisite caves," earning its reputation as "an enlarged bonsai and a miniature fairyland." On December 14, 1992, the UNESCO World Heritage Committee unanimously voted to include Wulingyuan on the World Heritage List, filling China's gap of having no World Natural Heritage sites. Its recognized outstanding universal value lies in its exceptionally rare quartz sandstone peak forest landform, which possesses extremely high aesthetic value. UNESCO states: "Wulingyuan's scenery can be compared to several national parks and monuments in the United States, such as the Grand Canyon, as well as the sandstone peaks of Western Australia's Purnululu region. However, due to Wulingyuan's lower elevation and subtropical location, it boasts lush forests, abundant water sources, and numerous towering peaks that display more vertical profiles than the heritage sites in the U.S. and Australia." The visually stunning Pandora planet in the globally popular 2009 movie "Avatar" captivated countless viewers, with its floating mountains inspired by Wulingyuan. Additionally, Wulingyuan served as the filming location for Chinese literary classics like "Dream of the Red Chamber" and "Journey to the West," as well as movies such as "Zhong Kui: Snow Girl and the Dark Crystal" and "Monster Hunt." In 2010, Wulingyuan's unique landform was officially named the "Zhangjiajie landform," becoming a globally recognized term and one of the few landform types in the world named after a specific region. Attraction highlights Yuanjiajie: Step into Pandora from Avatar Yuanjiajie served as the filming location for the "Hallelujah Mountains" in the movie Avatar. Here, you can explore the magical world of floating peaks scattered like stars across the landscape. If you're lucky enough to visit during a light rain or just after the rain clears, you'll witness the breathtaking scenery of mist-shrouded, layered mountain peaks. Mihun Terrace is the ideal vantage point, offering panoramic views of hundreds of towering stone peaks that create a majestic atmosphere. You can also see the renowned "World's First Bridge," a natural wonder spanning two mountains with a vertical drop of 357 meters. Tianzi Mountain: Where the Emperor's Return Makes Other Mountains Pale in Comparison Exploring Tianzi Mountain, you'll encounter extraordinary geological formations and peculiar peaks like the Imperial Writing Brush, Fairy Presenting Flowers, Commander's Platform, Sky-High Farmland, and Immortal Bridge. Don't focus too much on how closely these natural shapes resemble their names - the true charm lies in the mountain's "primordial natural beauty." The misty atmosphere after rainfall creates an ethereal fairyland experience, while winter transforms the landscape into an even more enchanting silver wonderland. Huangshi Village: Reach the summit for breathtaking mountain views "Without ascending Huangshi Village, your trip to Zhangjiajie is incomplete." Huangshi Village is a scenic viewpoint within Zhangjiajie National Forest Park, surrounded by sheer cliffs and lush greenery, with its summit often shrouded in mist. Reaching the top of Huangshi Village offers panoramic views that let you experience the majestic feeling of "seeing all other mountains appear small." Yangjiajie: Thrills Amidst the Peaks Yangjiajie is primarily known for its pristine natural beauty, featuring towering mountains and narrow paths that make it famous for its "perilous" reputation, beloved by backpackers and adventurers. Within the attraction, Black Dragon Village is one of Zhangjiajie's most magical spots. Once inhabited by bandits from western Hunan, it was later renamed after the TV series "The Suppression of Bandits in Black Dragon Mountain." The village is built along the mountainside, with only one path leading up and down—requiring visitors to use both hands and feet to climb to the summit. Suoxi Valley: Nature's Ink Wash Masterpiece Suoxi Valley, also known as Suoxi, gets its name from the rope-like shape of its winding streams. Unlike the more rugged areas of the forest park, this mist-shrouded valley features crystal-clear streams that flow year-round, surrounded by graceful peaks at every turn. The Ten Mile Gallery stands as the crown jewel of Suoxi Valley—a 5km-long canyon filled with fragrant wildflowers and extraordinary rock formations. Walking through this landscape feels like stepping into a living Chinese landscape painting. Golden Whip Stream: Filming Location of "Journey to the West" Golden Whip Stream Canyon is the earliest developed area in the attraction, where a crystal-clear stream flows through the valley flanked by towering peaks and lush greenery. This location served as one of the filming sites for the classic TV series "Journey to the West," allowing fans to visit iconic scenes like the Water Curtain Cave and the Mountain-Splitting Rescue.China · Zhangjiajie
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What travellers say about Shiqian
Anonymous userDecember 16, 2025
5.0
Super beautiful and comfortable with great service and facilities. The staff were also very friendly and helpful!
Hot Spring Resort Mount Foding·Shiqian China
M52***25September 16, 2025
5.0
Every time I go back to my hometown, I will go to the hot springs. This summer vacation, the hot spring prices are more favorable. The hot springs are indoors and outdoors, and the temperature can be selected. It's a pity that I don't have time to go to the swimming pool. Shiqian Ancient Hot Spring is in the county town. I like it very much.
Shiqian Ancient Hot Springs
Anonymous userSeptember 23, 2026
5.0
I stumbled upon Shiqian and stayed overnight. It's a nice place with mountains, water, and hot springs. I didn't expect there to be a scenic area here, with two glass walkways. Taking the cable car and walking on the glass walkways was quite nice, offering panoramic views. I really liked it. Apparently, there are other attractions, but I was in a rush and didn't get to do them.
Xianren Street Scenic Area
M44***75October 31, 2024
5.0
I have heard of Gaoguo River for a long time, but I have never seen its beauty. Hiking and sightseeing, the canyon scenery is very beautiful, the most unexpected is the 108-meter Guer Falls, very shocking! The whole journey is lush with vegetation and the river water is clear. I took two sightseeing buses along the way, and the total time was about
【Scenery】two and a half hours.
Gao Guo He Scenic Area
英雄总迟到August 21, 2026
4.0
VIPs have a dedicated reception center with shuttle service and a special lane to the starting point (this convenience is only available when there are many people; otherwise, there's no need to queue). However, there's room for improvement in the service.
Gaoguohe Drifting
andylindaMarch 3, 2023
5.0
It is more than 20 kilometers from the county seat by car. The ancient village was built in the Ming Dynasty. The Zhou family was the main family. It faces northeast and southwest. The village integrates ancient buildings, ancient houses, ancient alleys, ancient bridges, ancient wells, ancient trees, ancient tombs and ancient charm.
Loushang Ancient Village
Anonymous userOctober 16, 2026
5.0
Our tour guide, Xiao Wang, was very helpful and reliable. He added me in advance and gave me reminders before the trip. He was also very attentive and responsible throughout the entire trip. The driver also worked very hard, driving for six or seven hours round trip. Although the trip to Fanjingshan was tiring, it is highly recommended!
Fanjing Mountain
bbua.aubbOctober 17, 2026
4.0
Luckily, the weather was good during my visit, and I had clear views of the beautiful canyon. The natural scenery was definitely the highlight.During my visit, only Route C was available for transportation in one direction. Fortunately, the organization was reasonable, and the queues were not too long. However, the attraction was extremely crowded despite it being a weekday, possibly due to the good weather.There are several different paths, which can make getting around confusing. The biggest drawback was the large number of tour groups. Some tourists showed little consideration or respect for others, making it difficult to enjoy the scenery peacefully. The atmosphere often felt chaotic, with people competing for space and access to attractions.Overall, the natural scenery is beautiful, but the excessive crowds, inconsiderate tour groups, and confusing routes affected the experience. Better crowd management would make this attraction much more enjoyable.
Tianmen Mountain National Forest Park
_TI***7oOctober 16, 2026
5.0
Such a beautiful place, you must have some help to enjoy your trip or ask locals some advices !
Zhangjiajie National Forest Park
