Da Qikong Scenic Area

📍Libo Xiaoqikong, Guiyang I went there prepared for the possibility of disappointment Because the weather forecast for Guiyang showed rain these days But the sky was clear, not a drop of rain The weather wasn't very hot either Wearing short sleeves or a shirt was OK All the pictures are unedited The water is a blue-green hue Standing under the waterfall is really cool haha Overall, it feels like being in a paradise (ignoring the tourists) I visited both Daqikong and Xiaoqikong There are some differences Daqikong has fewer tourists but requires constant walking with no vendors around Xiaoqikong is more of a popular spot for check-ins But it is indeed very beautiful and worth visiting Now is not the peak season, so it's not too crowded Recommended rating🌟🌟🌟🌟

🌈Historical Background: Daqikong Scenic Area is a scenic area mainly composed of primitive forests, canyons, underground rivers, and underground lakes. It is named after a seven-hole bridge on the Dog Beating River (also known as Mengtang River) near Wang Meng's hometown of Mengtang Village. 🚗Highlights: It is a scenic area mainly composed of primitive forest canyons, underground rivers, and underground lakes. The landscape is steep, magical, majestic and magnificent, especially the Fengshen Cave, Terror Gorge, and E Gong scenic spots. There are waterfalls in the cave, lakes under the waterfall, windows on the lake, and the sunlight casts shapes like the sun, moon, and stars, which are extremely thrilling, mysterious, and peculiar. The natural bridge that is hundreds of meters high and spans the river for tens of meters is praised by experts as the 'Arc de Triomphe shaped by the power of nature'. It is awe-inspiring and surrendered by the power of nature. 🎫Ticket Information: Daqikong does not sell tickets separately, it is sold together with Xiaoqikong. ✨Travel Suggestions: At the entrance of the scenic area, take the scenic bus on the left to Xiaoqikong, and the right is to walk to Daqikong. For specific Xiaoqikong strategies, you can refer to the 99th issue. Daqikong is not as famous as Xiaoqikong, but it does not mean that there are no highlights. The main attractions include the Natural Bridge, Terror Gorge, and Demon Wind Cave, but the Demon Wind Cave has not been fully developed in the later stage. The entire Daqikong scenic area is very short, and the round trip basically ends in 2 hours on foot, and you can also take a boat.

Visiting Guizhou, you can't miss Libo, and speaking of Libo, the Daqikong and Xiaoqikong scenic areas are a must-see. Here you can see all shades of green and blue, changing unpredictably with the intensity of sunlight and light. So how should you explore Daqikong and Xiaoqikong? It's best to reserve two days for the trip, arriving in Libo on the first day and visiting the Daqikong scenic area. Follow my steps, and I'll take you into the Daqikong scenic area. ‼️Things to Know Before Visiting Daqikong 1️⃣Daqikong is known for its primitive forests, canyons, underground streams, and lakes, offering landscapes that are rugged, mysterious, and majestic. 2️⃣Attractions like the Fengshen Cave feature waterfalls inside the cave, lakes under the waterfalls, and windows above the lakes, where sunlight creates patterns like stars and planets, adding to the thrill and uniqueness of the experience. 3️⃣Daqikong gets its name from a large ancient bridge that you pass through when entering the scenic area, which adds a sense of mystery and wonder. 4️⃣To tour Daqikong, you can take a boat in and then walk out, allowing you to see the scenery from both the water and the trails. 5️⃣The plank road to the Natural Bridge is quite narrow, so don't stop to take photos on the plank road to avoid congestion. There are many places where it's easy to bump your head, so it's recommended to either walk without looking around or look around without walking. 6️⃣The experience of visiting Daqikong is highly dependent on the weather. During heavy rain, the river water becomes muddy, and the difference in the quality of the visit and the photos is like night and day. It's recommended to check the weather before coming. 7️⃣The tour takes about an hour, and the paths are relatively flat, making it easy for both the elderly and children to walk. 🏃About the Route 🌟Recommended Route: Ticket checkpoint ➡️ (walk about 300 meters) Daqikong scenic area entrance ➡️ Take a boat (20/person) Walk ➡️ Canyon suspension bridge ➡️ Canyon plank road ➡️ Natural Bridge ➡️ Return the same way 🎟️About Tickets 🎫Ticket Price: 170 (Ticket 120/person, Sightseeing car 50/person) ⏰Opening Hours: 07:00—19:00 📍Detailed Address: Yaoshan Yao Ethnic Township, Libo County, Qiannan Buyei and Miao Autonomous Prefecture, Guizhou Province 🍜About Food The restaurants at the entrance of the scenic area are relatively expensive, but the ones in Libo County are much cheaper and offer a lot of delicious food. The spicy hot pot in Guizhou is really unique, and friends who are visiting should not miss out.

The Libo Xiaoqikong and Daqikong Scenic Area is located among the peaks more than 30 kilometers south of Libo County. The scenic area is 7 kilometers long, with beautiful and exquisite mountains and waters, and ancient and tranquil scenery. Visitors immediately feel a poetic and picturesque sentiment and a dreamlike melody upon entering the area. Xiaoqikong Scenic Area is designated as a scenic spot, a AAAA-level scenic area, one of the most beautiful places in China, and a World Heritage site—China South Karst. Daqikong Scenic Area is designated as the Oriental Arc de Triomphe. Zhangjiang Scenic Area is located in Libo County, Guizhou Province. It attracts thousands of tourists with its karst landscape of unique mountains and beautiful waters. The main attractions are distributed in three areas: "Daqikong," "Xiaoqikong," and "Shuichun River Canyon." The ticket price for the Libo Xiaoqikong Scenic Area will be adjusted from the original 55 yuan per person to 110 yuan per person, and the ticket price for the Daqikong Scenic Area will be adjusted from 30 yuan per person to 55 yuan per person. The price increase will be implemented starting on the 8th! Xiaoqikong Scenic Area will add electric shuttle cars for 20 yuan per person. Daqikong Daqikong Scenic Area is known for its canyon. Visitors board a boat beside the Daqikong Bridge and travel upstream into the "Tianshen Canyon." The cliffs on both sides are towering, with layers of dangerous cliffs, stalactites, and lush forests, resembling a colorful oil painting. After about 2 kilometers, there is a natural bridge 60 meters high and 20 meters wide standing among the flowers and trees. A waterfall cascades over the bridge, creating a dynamic and audible scene in the stillness. Beyond the natural bridge, the underground lake adds another layer of mystery, delighting visitors. Daqikong Daqikong Scenic Area features primary forests, unique peaks, karst caves, and underground rivers as its main attractions. It is thrilling, magnificent, and exhilarating. The area is deep, with rapid water flow, waterfalls in caves, lakes under waterfalls, and skylights above lakes, where sunlight forms shapes like the sun, moon, and stars. Major attractions include Daqikong Bridge, Mengtang, Terror Canyon, Natural Bridge, Demon Wind Cave, Dige Canyon, Water God River, Ercheng River, Xiaotian River, Longtou Mountain, and Qingshui Pond. Especially the Demon Wind Cave, Terror Canyon, and Dige Palace are extremely thrilling, mysterious, and unique. Xiaoqikong Xiaoqikong Scenic Area, around the Xiangshui River, mesmerizes with its waterfalls, primary forests, and lakes. The 1-kilometer-long Xiangshui River has a drop of more than 40 meters, forming over 70 levels of cascading waterfalls. Walking along the river, visitors are surrounded by flying springs and the sound of rushing water. Moving forward, they unknowingly enter the primary forest of Guibei Mountain. The forest is filled with intertwined roots of various trees, home to hundreds of bird species, and colorful exotic flowers and plants. Crossing the forest, a vibrant lake appears before the visitors. The colorful lake is a beautiful reflection of the colorful trees, ever-changing and never tiring. Xiaoqikong Ancient Bridge Located in the Zhangjiang Scenic Area of Qiannan, the area is known for its uniqueness, tranquility, elegance, beauty, antiquity, wilderness, danger, and grandeur. The mountains, waters, stones, and forests, along with the primitive and simple ethnic customs and the highly primitive karst forest, are perfectly combined, fully showcasing the wonders of nature. After lunch, visit the Xiaoqikong Scenic Area, named after the delicate seven-arch bridge in the eastern part of the area. The 68-level Xiangshui Waterfall, Water Forest, Guibei Mountain, Laya Waterfall, and Yuanyang Lake form the picturesque karst landscape.

Location - Daqikong Scenic Area, Libo County, Qiannan, Guizhou. Attractions - From the ticketing entrance of Daqikong, there is a 2.5km trail besides the river northeast to reach the huge natural bridge called the Tiansheng Bridge. Daqikong Bridge is the lower part called Dream Pond where many types of fish can be found. Continue the plank trail towards the Natural Bridge and Evil Wind Cave which are both created by nature artistically speaking, caves and karsts leftovers. *Gentle reminder: shoes will be advisable for this trip. #createwithtrip #travelwithgeo #travelinspiration #travelphotography #culturewalk #guizhoutravel #china