Amazed by the 5 dollar prairie! Be sure to choose a sunny day
by JAX BLACK
Jan 9, 2025
Guizhou has discovered a super off-the-beaten-path treasure spot!
Few people, beautiful scenery, and free of charge—every snapshot looks like a masterpiece📸
It's basically a natural oxygen bar tailor-made for city dwellers🌿
📍【Basic Information】
• Address: Zhenning Buyei and Miao Autonomous County, Anshun City, Guizhou Province
• Cost: Free admission🎫! Only a 5 yuan sanitation fee
• Hours: Open 24 hours🕒 (morning visits recommended)
• Best seasons: March to May for wildflowers🌸 / September to November for autumn colors🍁
• Transportation: Navigate to "Tianyin Mountain Scenic Area," 1.5 hours drive from Guiyang🚗
🌈【Highlights & Experiences】
1️⃣ Karst landforms + huge grassland
• There is a super cool stamp stone on the mountaintop🗿
• Every angle looks like Switzerland
(Drone shots make it even more amazing!)
2️⃣ Must-try activities
✔️ Camping on the grassland⛺️ + stargazing🌌
✔️ Buyei ethnic wax dyeing DIY👕
✔️ Hidden cave exploration (bring a good flashlight🔦)
✔️ Long table feast + bonfire party🔥
3️⃣ Recommended hiking routes
• Beginner route: 8KM small loop
• Experienced route: 12KM large loop
🍽️【Food Guide】
Top 5 must-eats in Anshun❗️
• Sour soup fish (refreshingly tangy)
• Broken Bridge green pepper fish (spicy and satisfying🌶️)
• Five-color glutinous rice (visually stunning)
• Anshun wrapped rolls (crispy snacks)
• Crispy pastry buns (crispy outside, tender inside)
🏡【Accommodation Suggestions】
• For campers: first choice is the large grassland campsite
(Remember to bring mosquito repellent spray❗️)
• For homestay lovers: stay in Buyei ethnic villages
(80+ yuan/night, great value)
💡【Tips】
✓ Arrive before 8 AM to avoid crowds
✓ Check local weather during the rainy season
✓ Download offline maps in advance
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