Jiaxiu Tower — The Timeless Symbol of Guiyang’s Elegance
by Chia Nicholas
Nov 1, 2025
Guizhou's nighttime truly unveils its hidden treasures✨. From the ancient charm of Jiaxiu Tower to the vibrant Qingyun Market and the stunning White Palace Twin Towers, this route covers it all without any detours.
White Palace & Twin Towers
• Highlights: The White Palace is a European-style building that becomes breathtakingly beautiful when illuminated at night. Together with the adjacent Twin Towers, it creates a visually striking nightscape.
• Photo Spots: Capture a panoramic view of the White Palace and its reflection in the water from the east gate of Huaguoyuan Wetland Park. For half-body shots, the nearby pedestrian bridges are ideal. For the Twin Towers, panoramic shots can be taken from the pedestrian bridges, where you can also capture the "I ❤ Guiyang" light display. The lakeside boardwalk in Huaguoyuan Wetland Park offers a great spot to photograph the Twin Towers and their reflection on the lake.
• Transportation: Take Metro Line 3 to Huaguoyuan Station and exit from Exit B; the White Palace is right across the street.
Jiaxiu Tower
• Highlights: Jiaxiu Tower is an iconic landmark of Guiyang with a rich history. At night, the tower glows magnificently under the lights, reflecting its golden splendor on the waters of the Nanming River, exuding an ancient charm.
• Photo Spots: From the viewing platform across the river, you can capture a panoramic view of Jiaxiu Tower, including the ancient building, Fuyu Bridge, and the surrounding nightscape. Standing by the stone railings of Fuyu Bridge, you can take portraits with Jiaxiu Tower as the backdrop, making for stunning photos.
• Transportation: A taxi ride from the White Palace to Jiaxiu Tower takes about 15 minutes. Alternatively, you can take a bus to Jiaxiu Tower Station.
Qingyun Market
• Highlights: This is a beautiful nighttime shopping and dining hub, transformed from an old factory into a cyberpunk-style area. It features various Guizhou specialty foods and many creative shops, allowing you to enjoy food while experiencing Guiyang's vibrant nightlife.
• Must-Try Foods: Guizhou specialties like Changwang Noodles, Tofu Balls, Ice Slush, and Yangyu Ba.
• Photo Spots: At Qingyun Gate, you can capture the recreated historical style of Guiyang's "Nine Gates and Four Pavilions." The neon signs on Cat Street are particularly unique, perfect for stylish photos.
• Transportation: Qingyun Market is not far from Jiaxiu Tower. Buses are frequent and take about 30 minutes. Walking takes around 20 minutes and is recommended to avoid traffic congestion.
⚠️ Notes
• The White Palace is a private building and not open to the public. Avoid being scammed by street vendors claiming to offer access.
• Qingyun Market can get crowded on weekends. For a quieter experience, consider visiting on weekdays.
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