2026 Sanjiang Travel Guide: must-see attractions, popular food, hotels, transport & travel experiences (updated in January)

Who would have thought! Found a hidden gem Villa in Sanjiang that turns life into poetry✨ Nestled deep in the tea gardens of Buyang Xianren Mountain, 18 triangular wooden cabins are embedded in the pine forest, with a Nordic-style tranquility that’s simply perfect~ Opening the door instantly heals you! The mountain-view room I chose has an incredible view, overlooking the entire tea terraces from a high vantage point. In the early morning, opening the window reveals a rolling sea of clouds, with morning light piercing through the mist and shining on your face, every breath filled with the fresh scent of grass and trees🌄 The room is thoughtfully equipped, with a Dyson hairdryer and smart toilet as standard, walking barefoot is totally fine, and the hygiene details are impeccable~ My favorite is the valley-facing constant temperature SPA bathtub! Soaking in 40°C warm water, looking up at the starry sky, with only the mountain breeze and insect sounds around, all the city anxieties instantly vanish. In the evening, head to the café suspended in the sea of clouds, enjoy a hand-brewed coffee for just 28 yuan, watch the mist roll over your feet, the atmosphere is simply divine~ 🍲 The food is also a hit! The sour soup fish at the mountaintop restaurant is so fresh it makes you stomp your feet, the stir-fried cured meat with fresh bamboo shoots is so fragrant you’ll lick the plate clean, and for just over 80 yuan per person, you can enjoy authentic Dong ethnic flavors. At night, you can rent a barbecue grill, pair it with red wine, soak in the private hot spring while stargazing, pure romance to the core~ 🚗 Super convenient transportation! Free shuttle from Sanjiang South High-Speed Rail Station (only 12 minutes away), or drive directly to the parking lot with navigation. Within a 10-minute walk, you can dive into the Buyang tea garden to pick tea, and a 12-minute drive takes you to Yueye Dong Village to see the lit drum tower and enjoy sour fish with glutinous rice~ Pet-friendly families are welcome too! Just book in advance and bring the vaccination record, a 50 yuan cleaning fee lets your furry friend enjoy the mountain view with you~ Staying two nights might even get you Dong Village tickets, and avoiding weekends offers better value~ Here, no need to rush your itinerary, just let the sunshine soak you, be wrapped in the tea fragrance, and give your time to the mountains and stars🌌 📍Liuzhou Sanjiang Tea Viewing · Mountain Realm Resort Villa Want me to help you organize a "3 Days 2 Nights Sanjiang Itinerary," including time planning for tea picking and Dong Village tours around the homestay, plus a food list?

High-speed rail direct access｜The millennium Dong village is a paradise, preserving the original ecology of the village. I still like it here when I brush Chengyang Bazhai for the second time It really looks like an ancient village in a secret realm, escaping from the hustle and bustle Rich and colorful Dong culture, although it is a scenic spot, it still retains the simple and pure Dong folk customs, the original ecological natural ancient village, terraces, wind and rain bridges, and Dong drum towers Eight villages are connected together, and it really takes two days to finish the eight villages • Walking in the village, Dong houses are mainly wooden structures, with unique architectural styles, more like a piece of art You can choose to live in the village, stay in a Dong house for one night, and the sound of climbing up the wooden stairs will definitely make you unforgettable • The Dong drum tower is also a symbol of the eight villages. Each village has a drum tower, and there is a square in front of it. Every time a festival comes, villagers will gather here to sing and dance, and gather together • You must experience the fire pond feast, a group of people sitting around a long table, with two stoves in the middle, eating and feeling the Dong culture - 🚄Traffic strategy： 🟠High-speed rail direct to Sanjiang South Station 🟠Sanjiang South Station Tourist Distribution Center——Chengyang Bazhai Tourist Special Line Bus Departure time: 10:00, 12:10, 14:50, 17:40 - ✔️Shooting and check-in position： 1⃣️Yongji Bridge (the most famous wind and rain bridge in the scenic area, Dong sister welcomes guests) 2⃣️ Sanjiang Drum Tower (small people and big scenery composition, highlighting the drum tower feature) 3⃣️Terraces (walking around the river, you can take pictures of terraces and houses, comfortable) - 👗Clothing recommendation You can experience wearing ethnic costumes for shooting, feeling the Dong style There is a place to rent clothes 200 meters outside the wind and rain bridge, and there are many choices of costumes

Beautiful ethnic minority county, Sanjiang County, Guangxi And very comfortable resort hotel The most beautiful Courtyard Suitable for a single trip of 2-4 days Hotel dinner is great, like beef rice

Sanjiang Chengyang Dong Village is located in Linxi Town, Sanjiang Dong Autonomous County, Liuzhou City, Guangxi Province. It still preserves the ancient traditions of the Dong ethnic group, such as the three treasures of the Dong ethnic group: drum tower, big song, and wind and rain bridge. It is the best place to appreciate the Dong ethnic customs and natural scenery. According to statistics, there are currently about 3.5 million Dong people in the country.

In Sanjiang County, which borders Hunan and Guizhou in Guangxi, there are eight Yi villages. The main development villages are: Ma Anzhai, Pingzhai, Yanzhai. I have always been fascinated by the original ethnic customs in the Chengyang Bazhai. Because of the rain, the long table banquet was held in the Drum Tower. The unknown people sitting on a table were friends. The long table banquet not only can eat the food on their table, but also can be smashed into other tables. A special experience. When I was half-eaten, the host played a mountain stream and sang a toasting song while asking the guests to drink, so it was well-deserved.

A trip to Liuzhou offers the ethnic charm of Sanjiang Dong Village and the vibrant, spicy energy of its urban streets. Stepping into Sanjiang, continuous tea plantations unfurl like emerald waves along the mountains, clear river waters wind around green hills, wooden stilt houses of the Dong village are built against the mountains, the upturned eaves of the drum towers sketch ancient silhouettes against the blue sky, red lanterns hang from the covered bridges, and wooden pillars carved with 'Millennium Dong Village' whisper tales of time's gentleness. Everywhere you look, there's a rich Dong ethnic charm. Back in the city, the Manfei Hotel at Liunan Wanda offers a comfortable haven for your journey. Its contrasting bedding and spacious rooms make for a perfectly relaxing rest after your travels. Ultimately, Liuzhou's soul lies in its street food. The bubbling red oil of Luosifen (river snail rice noodles) is the undisputed star; fried tofu skin soaks up the broth, and the refreshing tang of sour bamboo shoots bursts on your tongue. Various stir-fries and soft, glutinous rice dumplings fill the table, each bite a taste of authentic Liuzhou. The spicy aroma, intertwined with the bustling street life, creates the most captivating human warmth. From the scenic beauty and Dong charm of Sanjiang to the comfortable stays and culinary feasts in the city, Liuzhou perfectly blends natural beauty, ethnic allure, and the flavors of life. Here, there's no need to rush your itinerary; just walk slowly and savor every moment, and you'll encounter the unique gentleness and beauty of this city. Manfei Hotel Theme Apartment (Liuzhou High-Speed Railway Station Liunan Wanda Plaza Store)

Chengyang Eight Villages is the first national 5A-level tourist attraction in Liuzhou City, located in Linxi Town, Sanjiang Dong Autonomous County, Liuzhou, Guangxi. It is a great place to experience Dong culture. Here is a detailed travel guide: Attraction Introduction • Chengyang Yongji Bridge: A representative covered bridge in the Dong ethnic area of China, it is one of the world's four great historic bridges alongside the Zhaozhou Stone Arch Bridge. Built in 1912, it features stone piers and a wooden pavilion structure. The bridge is 77.76 meters long, 3.75 meters wide, and 11.52 meters high. • Ma’an Dong Village: One of the Chengyang Eight Villages and a main filming location for movies such as "Skiptrace" and "Nightingale." Its drum tower was originally built during the Jiaqing period of the Qing Dynasty. • Yanzhai Village: Located in the center of Pingyan Village, it has over 80 master carpenters, including national intangible cultural heritage inheritors of Dong wooden architecture craftsmanship. It also boasts the historic Helong Bridge and the Sanjiang Dong Folk Craft Museum. • Ping Village: Named for its flat terrain, it features a Qing Dynasty drum tower, a century-old covered bridge, and special Dong ethnic song and dance performances. Transportation Guide • From Liuzhou City: You can take a bus or drive, with expressways directly connecting the area. The trip takes about 2 hours. • From Sanjiang High-Speed Railway Station: About a 30-minute drive to Chengyang Eight Villages. You can take a taxi or a direct shuttle bus to the scenic area. Tour Route • The classic route starts at the Chengyang Covered Bridge and Ma’an (An) Village at the scenic area entrance, then walks sequentially to Ping Village, Yanzhai Village, Pingtan Village, Dong Village, and finally to Dazhai Village. The whole trip takes about 2-3 hours and covers most of the scenic highlights. Food Recommendations • Dong-style Sour Meat: Pork marinated with salt, chili, glutinous rice, and fermented, resulting in a deliciously sour and spicy flavor. • Youcha (Oil Tea): A daily drink of the Dong people made by roasting tea leaves, peanuts, sesame, and other ingredients, boiling with water, then adding scallions and other seasonings for a rich taste. • Glutinous Rice Ciba: Made by steaming and pounding glutinous rice, it can be sweet or savory. Sweet versions are filled with sesame or peanuts, while savory ones include minced meat and scallions. Accommodation Recommendations • Most accommodations in Chengyang Eight Villages are local residences with distinctive wooden houses, many featuring semi-open balconies or terraces, offering an elegant environment. The most concentrated lodging area is Ma’an (An) Village, with other villages also having options. Folk Activities • Lusheng Dance: At the welcoming square, Dong people play the lusheng (reed pipe instrument) to greet visitors. • Dong Ethnic Banquet: The highest hospitality honor in Dong villages. Visitors can pay to join and experience segments like “High Mountain and Flowing Water.” • "Yueye Dongxiang" Performance: Showcasing Dong “Niang” culture, including lusheng dance and Dong grand songs, presenting the charm of the Dong homeland.

18 Nordic-style triangular wooden cabins nestled in the pine forest, arranged in a stepped layout. Each room has a private terrace and an outdoor heated SPA pool. The 270° floor-to-ceiling windows frame the entire tea mountain sea of clouds like a dynamic oil painting. In the early morning, opening the window reveals rolling clouds, with morning light piercing through the mist and shining on your face. Even the air you breathe carries the fresh scent of grass and trees. Dyson hairdryers, smart toilets, and Jo Malone aromatherapy are all standard, so walking barefoot is totally fine! 📍Detailed Address Liuzhou Sanjiang Dong Autonomous County, Guyi Town, Silian Village, Ten Thousand Mu Tea Garden, Liuzhou Sanjiang Tea Viewing · Mountain Realm Resort Villa, Guangxi. 📝Tips to Note Soaking in the private hot spring while stargazing is incredibly romantic! Facing the valley, the heated SPA bathtub is filled with 40°C warm water. Looking up, you see a sky full of stars, with only mountain winds and insect sounds around you. The 360° panoramic coffee and book house hangs in the sea of clouds. For just 28 yuan, enjoy a hand-poured coffee while watching the mist roll over your feet—the atmosphere is simply divine! There’s also an open-air cinema and a folk cultural creative market. In the evening, head to the mountaintop restaurant to try sour soup fish and stir-fried fresh bamboo with cured meat. For just over 80 yuan per person, you can enjoy authentic Dong family flavors—totally worth it! 5. Plenty of nearby activities: A 10-minute walk takes you into the Buyang Tea Garden for tea picking, and a 12-minute drive to the Yueye Dong Village to see the illuminated drum tower and enjoy sour fish with glutinous rice. Staying two nights might even get you free tickets to the Dong Village! ✨Summary: This place feels less like a hotel and more like the home of that "friend who really knows how to live" in your tea mountains. Perfect for daydreaming, hugging, and spending a whole day idly with someone important. (Secret tip: There’s free shuttle service from Sanjiang South High-Speed Rail Station, just a 12-minute drive. Next time, I’m bringing my furry friend along!)

Stay in a "Dong River View Secret Retreat" in Liuzhou! Intangible cultural heritage vibes are off the charts! 🌉🎨 Families! I've struck gold in Sanjiang, Liuzhou! This hotel, hidden on Dazhou Cultural Tourism Island, seamlessly blends Dong intangible cultural heritage with the beautiful Rongjiang River scenery. After two nights, I feel like my soul has been marinated in the romance of the Dong villages! 🌉 Push the Door and Step into a "Sanjiang Painting" The hotel is located in Longtanjiao Hamlet, Dazhou Village, Guyi Town. After driving past the Wind-Rain Bridge, a modern building incorporating Dong wooden structures suddenly jumps into view! White walls adorned with Dong embroidery patterns, indigo Dong cloth tassels fluttering on the riverside terrace, and a butler in Dong ethnic attire serving oil tea. The savory tea aroma mixed with the river breeze instantly enveloped me in the vibrant atmosphere of Sanjiang! ✨ We stayed in a river view room, with floor-to-ceiling windows directly facing the Rongjiang River! In the morning, I was "kissed awake" by the thin mist on the river, the sunlight cutting the river water into shattered gold, and the stilt houses of the Dong villages on the opposite bank appearing faintly in the morning mist, like a watercolor paradise 🎨. In the evening, the sunset cast a purplish-pink glow on the Rongjiang River. Sitting on a rattan chair on the terrace, watching fishing boats slowly glide by, time itself seemed to slow down. 🧹 Intangible Cultural Heritage Detail Control Freaks Rejoice ✅ The public areas are full of Dong cultural delights: the lobby displays silver ornaments and Dong brocade hangings, the front desk's background wall features Dong embroidery patterns, making every casual shot a "national style blockbuster" 📸. The elevator plays Dong Grand Songs on a loop; the ethereal singing paired with the river view feels like staying in an intangible cultural heritage museum. ✅ The rooms hide thoughtful touches: the bedding is made of Dong cloth pattern cotton and linen, breathable and comfortable to sleep on. The bathroom features indigo-dyed elements, hot water comes out instantly, and even the toiletry bag is made of Dong brocade fabric. Detail control freaks will be absolutely smitten 💙! 🌟 Reasons to Lock Down This Hotel 1. **Walk 5 minutes to explore a "Living Dong Village":** From the hotel's back door, walk along the wooden boardwalk, and Dazhou Village becomes a "living intangible cultural heritage exhibition"! Grandmas sit in front of stilt houses weaving Dong brocade, uncles play the Pipa and sing in the drum tower. Follow along and learn a few lines; even if you're off-key, it's pure joy 🎶! 2. **Food that's "Welded to Sanjiang's Fresh Flavors":** The restaurant's sour fish soup is absolutely amazing! Fresh fish from the Rongjiang River, killed on the spot, and the sour soup is fermented with local sour bamboo shoots, making it appetizingly sour and spicy. The fish meat melts in your mouth 🍲. The bamboo tube rice, with glutinous rice mixed with mushrooms and cured sausage, carries a bamboo aroma. I devoured two bowls 🍚! 3. **One-stop fun activities:** * **10-minute bike ride to Sanjiang Wind-Rain Bridge 🌉:** The bridge body is carved with Dong patterns, and at night, the lights resemble a golden dragon lying across the river, perfect for photos. * **15-minute drive to Chengyang Eight Villages 🎋:** Explore the World Heritage Dong villages, watch Grand Song performances, wear Dong costumes for photos, and immerse yourself as a "Dong village girl." * **Relax on the hotel terrace 🛋️:** In the evening, order oil tea on the terrace, watch the river mist roll in, listen to the distant Lusheng sounds, and sink into the "slow life of Sanjiang." 💡 **Small tips** The hotel is located at No. 1 Dazhou Cultural Tourism Island, Guyi Town, Sanjiang. It's a 10-minute drive from the county town. If you want a river view, choose a river view room; open the curtains, and you'll have a "Rongjiang blockbuster" 🌊. Go to the terrace in the evening; the sunset + river view + Dong village atmosphere is absolutely captivating! This two-night stay, waking up to the morning mist of the Rongjiang River, listening to intangible cultural heritage songs in the Dong villages, and eating sour fish soup, felt like the romance of Sanjiang was etched into my bones. Returning to the city for work, whenever I think of the Rongjiang sunset and the aroma of oil tea, my heart drifts back to Dazhou Island. I truly wish I could be a "Dong village idler" for a few more days!

🏨Courtyard by Marriott Sanjiang Liuzhou｜A Cloud-Top Private Hot Spring Experience in the Dong Village Secret Realm✨ Passing through the Wind and Rain Bridge on Dazhou Cultural Tourism Island, the stilted buildings of the Courtyard by Marriott hotel appear faintly by the riverbank. The Dong silver wind chimes hanging under the wooden eaves tinkle softly, as if saying "Welcome home." The housekeeper took our luggage and handed us a steaming cup of oil tea; the savory tea mixed with crispy fried rice instantly dispelled the fatigue of the journey. The "River View Private Hot Spring Room" I booked is on the fifth floor. Opening the door, I was immediately captivated by the panoramic floor-to-ceiling windows—the Xun River winding like a jade belt, and the Dong village drum tower in the morning mist floating like a bamboo raft on a sea of clouds. The Dong brocade bed flag in the room is brightly colored, the mattress is just the right firmness, and covered with a locally handmade cotton quilt. Listening to the gentle river waves lapping the embankment at night, I slept especially soundly. The most unforgettable moment was the private hot spring time! The housekeeper had prepared the water in advance, sprinkled a handful of Sanjiang mugwort. When the 40°C hot spring water wrapped around my body, the stilted buildings on the opposite bank lit up with twinkling lights, the mountain breeze carried the scent of rice paddies, and even the breath felt sweet and fresh. After soaking, I returned to the room to find the bathrobe warm from the dryer, and a mosquito-repellent sachet hanging on the clothes rack—detail lovers would be thrilled 💯. Breakfast was served in the glass restaurant by the riverbank, featuring Dong-style sour bamboo shoot beef rice noodles paired with freshly ground soy milk, the sour aroma whetting the appetite. The waiter said the rice noodles were freshly made with a stone mill in the village, and the beef was marinated with Sanjiang yellow cattle meat, no wonder the noodles had more chewiness than those in the city. Outside the window, bamboo rafts floated on the river, fishermen casting nets, creating a living ink painting. In the afternoon, I learned to make Dong-style glutinous rice cakes with an elderly lady. The muffled thud of the wooden mallet pounding the glutinous rice made my palms numb; the rice cakes wrapped in crushed peanuts were soft, sticky, and sweet. At dusk, I watched the sunset from the viewing platform; the evening glow dyed the river amber, and Dong girls sang road-blocking songs on the Wind and Rain Bridge, their echoes lingering in the valley. When leaving, the housekeeper handed us two cans of Sanjiang spring tea: "Brew it with mountain spring water at home, and you can taste the fragrance of the clouds here." Looking back as the car crossed the bridge, the hotel’s lanterns flickered in the twilight like stars scattered along the riverbank. The days at Courtyard by Marriott were imbued with the colors of the Dong village—wooden buildings, river water, hot springs, songs, and the warmth hidden in the details that make you never want to leave once you arrive. Next time I come to Liuzhou, I will definitely stay here again~

Rainy days are perfect for visiting Youbu! This millennium-old town, known as one of the "Four Great Ancient Towns of Zhejiang," hides the bustling charm of Jiangnan's earliest morning tea culture in a water town setting 🌫️ 📍 Must-visit spots: 1️⃣ Morning Tea Street (alongside Youbu Creek) - Must-try: Rouchenzi (meat dumplings), Jizi Guo (chicken rice cakes), soy milk Recommended shop: Shao Weizhong, a time-honored brand 2️⃣ Wuma Guicao Ancient Bridge Group Five Qing Dynasty ancient bridges over Youbu Creek: Taiping Bridge / Yong'an Bridge / Yongji Bridge / Yongfu Bridge / Liaoxi Bridge Every snapshot looks like a stunning ink painting 🖼️ 3️⃣ A must for artsy visitors 🔸 Lang Jingshan Memorial Hall (home of the Chinese photography master) 🔸 Polaroid Antique Camera Museum (a paradise for film enthusiasts) 🔸 Photography Home Guesthouse (building with a strong Republic of China style) 4️⃣ Youbu Sauce Workshop Thousands of large sauce jars in the courtyard—truly spectacular! Must-buy souvenirs: handmade soy sauce / fermented bean curd / beef sauce 🍶 Hidden Food Gems: ▫️ Youbu Small Restaurant (local cuisine) Must order: Meijiang roasted buckwheat wine, red bean crystal cake ▫️ Street snacks: crystal cake, stinky tofu, crispy pastries... 🏨 Accommodation Recommendation: Four Seasons Yijing Hotel near Jinhua High-Speed Rail Station ✨ Highlights: - 5-minute walk to Jinhua Station 🚆 - Smart room controls + separate wet and dry bathrooms - Free laundry & late-night snack service 📍 Address: No. 561 Wuyi Road, Chengbei Street 📌 Tips: 1. Stay overnight! Morning tea is liveliest at 6 AM 2. Don’t forget your camera! Every shot is a masterpiece 3. Rainy days add even more atmosphere ☔️

1. Why visit Chengyang Eight Villages at the end of January? ① The “vacuum period” before the Spring Festival: tourists haven’t flooded in yet, homestay prices are affordable, and high-speed train tickets are easy to get. ② The tail end of the Dong New Year: the Dong people in Chengyang Eight Villages celebrate the “Dong Year” until the 28th day of the lunar December. You can catch the most authentic communal feast and glutinous rice pounding, with a New Year atmosphere 100 times stronger than city malls. ③ Friendly climate: average daily temperature in January is 8-15℃. A windbreaker plus a sweater during the day is enough. The misty rain is the best filter for the Wind and Rain Bridge, giving your photos an ink wash effect. 2. 3-Day Small Loop (no backtracking, easily done by bus + walking) Day 1 Sanjiang South Station → Chengyang Eight Villages Core Area ▪️ Arrive before 3:00 PM, take the minibus on the left at the exit for 30 minutes directly to the village gate (20 RMB/person, last bus at 5:00 PM). ▪️ Stay at the “Rock Village” stilted wooden homestay (book a scenic room in advance, open the window to see the Wind and Rain Bridge, 200 RMB including breakfast). ▪️ In the evening, climb the “Chengyang Bridge” to shoot the blue hour. The bridge is made purely with mortise and tenon joints, no nails. When the lights come on, it feels like stepping into “Spirited Away.” Day 2 Deep exploration of the Eight Villages + Dong New Year communal feast ▪️ 8:30 AM Watch Dong girls in Ping Village style their “wrapped bun” hair, learn to sing Dong grand songs on site, the harmonies will give you goosebumps. ▪️ 10:30 AM Walk along “Yongji Bridge” to the Rock Village terraced fields. In winter, the flooded fields look like mirrors, perfect for sky mirror photos on your phone. ▪️ 12:00 PM Rock Village square communal feast (sign up with the homestay owner one day in advance, 80 RMB/person), featuring sour fish, glutinous rice, purple blood pork, paired with homemade glutinous rice wine. Slightly tipsy, spend the afternoon napping in a hammock on the village’s back hill. ▪️ 3:00 PM Visit Guandong Village to see traditional oil pressing. A bottle of old tea tree seed oil costs 45 RMB, cheaper than Taobao and free shipping. ▪️ 7:30 PM Bonfire at the Ping Village drum tower, brothers and sisters sing antiphonally, tourists can join the “Duoye” dance, circling the fire pit to warm up completely. Day 3 A little-known bonus before departure ▪️ 8:00 AM Take a small van for 30 RMB to “Gaoyou Village” (20 minutes). Although the century-old ginkgo at the village entrance has lost its leaves, the village elder will tell the “Kuan Yue” story at the drum tower, a more enriching experience than scrolling short videos. ▪️ 11:30 AM Before returning to Sanjiang South Station, don’t miss the sour soup beef noodles at “Dong Flavor Kitchen” (12 RMB). The soup includes wild yellow skin fruit, sour and spicy and refreshing, perfect to avoid car sickness on the way. 3. What to eat? 1. Sour soup fish: naturally fermented with local cherry tomatoes and rice soup. The fish is wild carp from Duliu River, firm meat and fresh broth. Remember to add a handful of “fish pepper” herbs. 2. Three-color glutinous rice platter: black rice, white rice, and yellow rice dyed with flower petals. Eat by hand, with a sweet aftertaste and fresh aroma. 3. Freshly pounded glutinous rice cake: the sound of the wooden mallet is the New Year’s BGM. Just out of the pot, dipped in soybean powder, the stretchiness can reach 30 cm, no exaggeration. 4. What souvenirs to bring? ▪️ Dong embroidery phone case: 45 RMB, the embroidered piece is taken from a sister’s sleeve cuff, each pattern is unique. ▪️ Ancient tree tea seed oil: cold-pressed with a high smoke point, perfect for frying steak at home with a natural nutty aroma. ▪️ Sour soup base pack: 10 RMB/bag, even kitchen novices can recreate the Guangxi flavor. 5. Honest Tips ✅ Temperatures drop to 5℃ at night in the mountains, bring warm patches for your waist to stay warm while watching the bonfire at the drum tower. ✅ Communal feast seats are arranged in a circle, don’t sit in the main seat reserved for the village elder. ✅ High-speed train from Sanjiang South Station to Guangzhou South takes only 3 hours 20 minutes. Take Friday afternoon off to go straight there, and catch an early flight Monday morning back. No need to take extra days off. ✅ Best photo spot on the Wind and Rain Bridge: low angle on the pedestrian path under the bridge, capturing water reflections and full bridge panorama. A 24mm focal length instantly creates stunning shots. Book tickets and rooms one month in advance. Start now, while others are stuck in traffic on the highway during the Spring Festival, you’ll already be warming by the fire in the drum tower, sipping glutinous rice wine, and catching the first wave of good luck in the New Year!

🌟Courtyard by Marriott Liuzhou Sanjiang | Luxurious Experience Worth the Price🌟 🎈This time I came to Sanjiang, Liuzhou, and stayed at the Courtyard by Marriott Liuzhou Sanjiang, located in Longtanjiao Village, Dazhou, Guyi Town (Dazhou Cultural Tourism Island No. 1). 🌳The hotel environment is stunning, surrounded by beautiful scenery, as if immersed in a landscape painting🎨. 🛏The rooms are spacious, bright, and luxurious, exquisitely decorated with top-notch facilities. That comfortable big bed allowed me to enjoy quality sleep every night😴. 👨‍💼The hotel staff are highly professional, warm, polite, and attentive, handling every detail meticulously from check-in to check-out💯. 🍽The restaurant offers a rich variety of delicious food, including local specialties and exquisite Western dishes, all tasting exceptional😋. 🏊‍♀️The hotel also has excellent leisure facilities, such as a swimming pool, allowing you to fully relax after sightseeing🏊. ✨Although it may be the most expensive hotel locally, after experiencing it, you’ll realize it’s truly worth the price. Here, you can enjoy top-tier service and a comfortable environment. Highly recommended for friends seeking high-quality travel🥰!

🏨Liuzhou Sanjiang's Most Expensive Hotel｜Stay Once and You'll Understand Why It's Worth It💫 Having stayed in many homestays in Sanjiang, the Courtyard by Marriott is like the local "top star." The first time I stayed, I thought "the price is a bit high," but after staying, I understood—it exclusively occupies No.1 Dazhou Cultural Tourism Island, with views of the Rong River right outside the window and the Dong ethnic village atmosphere just steps away. This experience of "welding scenery and service together" truly justifies the price~ 🌟3 Great Reasons Why It's Worth the Price ✔️ Exclusive privacy of an entire island: The hotel is located on No.1 Dazhou Cultural Tourism Island, surrounded on three sides by the Rong River. To enter the island, you cross a private small bridge, far from the hustle and bustle of the ancient town. At night, watching the river view from the terrace, you can only hear the sounds of insects and flowing water🌊 ✔️ Bringing Dong village aesthetics into the hotel: The lobby’s drum tower-shaped dome, Dong cloth decorations in the rooms, silver ornament patterns in the corridors... It’s not just a simple mix of elements but a detailed infusion of Dong culture. Even the buffet utensils are printed with drum tower patterns. ✔️ Service so attentive it surprises: From the moment you get off the car, staff open the door and carry your luggage. When checking in, they serve you chilled sour plum juice. The room attendant remembers your favorite tea (I casually said I liked green tea, and the next day there were two packs on my bedside table). 🏡 A "Mini Vacation" Feeling Inside the Hotel I was amazed as soon as I entered the lobby: the high dome replicates the "nine eaves" of the Dong village drum tower. Sunlight streams through the glass skylight onto the copper drum-shaped chandelier, and the shifting light and shadow make you feel like you’ve stepped into a Dong ethnic museum. The outdoor pool faces the Rong River; soaking in the pool in summer while watching the Dong stilt houses on the opposite bank, you might momentarily think you’re on a Southeast Asian island~ My favorite is the riverside walkway at dusk, lined with bougainvillea. While strolling, you can see villagers paddling bamboo rafts across the river. The sunset stretches their shadows long, and every casual photo looks like a "cultural masterpiece"📸 🛏️ Little Surprises in the Room The river view king room I stayed in is over 40 square meters, with a balcony facing the Rong River and the Wind and Rain Bridge. The bedding is high-thread-count cotton, lying on it feels like sinking into clouds, and the pillows come in "soft/hard" options (I chose soft and slept very deeply). Detail lovers will really appreciate this: local yogurt in the minibar is free, the bathroom bathtub is large enough to soak while watching the river view, the wardrobe has a drying rack (much needed during the southern rainy season), and even the slippers have thick soles, feeling like walking on cotton~ Sleeping with the balcony door open at night, the river breeze carries moisture inside, accompanied by the distant lights of the Wind and Rain Bridge. This kind of comfort is something homestays just can’t offer~ Nearby Activities (Arranged by the Hotel) 🚌 Exclusive shuttle: There are fixed daily trips to Sanjiang Wind and Rain Bridge and Drum Tower Square, so you don’t have to find transport yourself. The driver also acts as a "temporary tour guide," explaining the scenery along the way. 🌃 Night cruise on the Rong River: The hotel can arrange private boat tours departing from the exclusive dock. Watching the Dong villages light up on both sides is much quieter than public boats, and you can enjoy tea and snacks on board. 👘 Dong costume experience: The hotel offers free Dong costume rentals with professional makeup artists for styling. Take photos on the riverside walkway with the Wind and Rain Bridge and stilt houses as the backdrop. Your social media will be flooded with questions like "Did you go to Guizhou?" 🍽️ Dining Worth Praising Separately ✔️ "Sanjiang exclusive" breakfast: freshly made Dong oil tea, sour meat sticky rice, mugwort rice cakes, and even soy milk offered in sweet and salty versions (locals say salty soy milk is the authentic way to eat it). ✔️ Highly recommended Dong sour soup fish for dinner: made with fresh Jian bone fish from the Rong River. The sour soup is fermented with local cherry tomatoes, refreshing and not pungent. The waiter will help remove all fish bones for you. ✔️ Afternoon tea on the terrace: order a pot of Sanjiang spring tea, paired with Dong pickled fish cakes, watching bamboo rafts lazily drift on the river. This is what a vacation should feel like~ ✨ Real Feelings After Staying I used to think "expensive hotels are just a scam," but the Sanjiang Courtyard by Marriott changed my mind—it’s not just a place to sleep but a package of the best local scenery, culture, and service. When leaving, the front desk gave me a handmade Dong cloth bookmark with "Looking forward to seeing you again" written on it. Yes, next time I’ll bring my parents and stay here again~

Sanjiang Dong Autonomous County in Liuzhou, Guangxi is a hidden gem! This is the core area of Dong culture, where the Wind and Rain Bridges, Drum Towers, and Stilted Houses are all built purely with wooden mortise and tenon joints, without a single nail—truly a miracle in architecture. It also hides a rich Dong ethnic folk culture, and one day is definitely not enough to explore! Travel Guide 📍Address: Sanjiang Dong Autonomous County, Liuzhou, Guangxi 🎫 Tickets: Most Dong villages are free to enter; Chengyang Eight Villages ticket costs 60 RMB 🚗 Transportation: Recommended to drive; about 2 hours from Liuzhou by car, 1.5 hours from Guilin by car Key Attractions 1. Sanjiang Wind and Rain Bridge: The longest Dong wind and rain bridge in the world, breathtakingly beautiful at night 2. Drum Tower: A landmark Dong building, climb to the top for a panoramic view of the Dong villages in the city 3. Yueye Dong Village: The core area for an immersive experience of Dong folk customs Special Experiences ✔️ Watch Dong grand song performances and listen to original multi-part harmonies ✔️ Taste sour fish, sour meat, and oil tea to unlock Dong ethnic specialty foods ✔️ Join a "Hundred Family Banquet" and eat and chat with villagers from the Dong villages Suggested Itinerary Day 1: Visit Sanjiang Wind and Rain Bridge + Drum Tower → Night tour of Yueye Dong Village Day 2: Check in at Chengyang Eight Villages → Experience Dong traditional hand weaving Tips ✅ The Dong Hundred Family Banquet requires advance reservation; please respect local dietary customs ⚠️ Remember to greet the villagers before taking photos to show politeness The Dong architecture in Sanjiang is truly stunning, and the folk experiences are very authentic. Although some attractions are somewhat commercialized, overall it’s definitely worth a special trip! Friends, do you want to come to Sanjiang to feel the charm of Dong culture? Let’s chat in the comments~

Courtyard by Marriott Liuzhou Sanjiang | A Private Romantic Getaway in a Dong Village with River Views Who knows what I mean! At the Courtyard by Marriott Liuzhou Sanjiang, I felt like I was living right inside a traditional Chinese ink painting of Dong culture! Navigating to No. 1, Dazhou Cultural Tourism Island, Longtanjiao Village, Guyi Town, the moment I opened the hotel door, I was greeted by carpets with Dong brocade patterns and drum-shaped chandeliers; even the air smelled of glutinous rice wine. My family and I stayed for three days, and every day we were immersed in the feeling of "this is the life I've always longed for!" 📍 Prime River View Location, Open the Window and You're in a Water Painting The hotel boasts a prime river view location on Dazhou Island, with floor-to-ceiling windows in the rooms directly facing the Xunjiang River! ▫️ At dawn, drawing back the curtains reveals a thin mist enveloping bamboo rafts drifting on the river, the silhouettes of fishermen casting their nets resembling a traditional Chinese ink painting; ▫️ In the evening, lounging in a wicker chair on the balcony, watching the sunset paint the river orange 🍊, the stilted houses of the Dong village on the opposite bank twinkling with lights, even the wind carrying the scent of rice paddies~ The most amazing room is the "panoramic river view room," with a bathtub embedded by the window. Soaking in the tub while gazing at the river view, you'll feel like a celestial being wandering through a painting 🧘! 🏡 Dong Ethnic Style Room: Cultural Warmth in the Details We stayed in the "Dong Charm Elegance Room." Handmade Dong brocade hung above the bed, and the wardrobe contained samples of Dong ethnic clothing. Even the teacups were Dong pottery! The bedding was so soft you could sink into it, and under the Dong cloth quilt, even your dreams were filled with the scent of rice wine. The toiletries in the bathroom were made with Dong medicine formulas, and even the towels were embroidered with octagonal patterns—a detail-oriented person would be overjoyed! In the evening, you can book a "Drum Tower Night Talk" to listen to local grandmothers tell stories of Dong folk songs while roasting glutinous rice cakes by the fire pit—pure bliss! 💖 🍲 Dong Flavors: So Fresh They'll Make Your Eyebrows Drop The hotel restaurant houses "Sanjiang Private Kitchen"! ▫️ Sour Fish Hot Pot: Freshly caught and killed river fish, the sour soup is fermented with glutinous rice wine and tomatoes. The fish is so tender you can almost slurp it up, and you'll even want to mix the soup with rice; ▫️ Dong-style Oil Tea: Fried rice with peanuts and scallions, a sip of which is savory and warming, paired with mugwort glutinous rice cakes, a carb-filled treat; ▫️ Blood Duck Rice: Duck meat chopped into rice-grain sizes, mixed with duck blood and glutinous rice and stewed, so fragrant you'll want to scrape the bottom of the pot clean! Don't want to eat at a hotel? A 10-minute walk to the island's farmhouses offers freshly picked Sanjiang bamboo shoots and tea garden vegetables—so fresh they burst with juice with every bite! 💖 Cultural Experiences: Capture the Memories of the Dong People 1. Dong Ethnic Song and Dance Show: Free performances every night at the hotel, including the Lusheng dance and Duoye dance, will get your blood pumping. You can even learn the "Reunion Dance" with the local girls. 2. Dong Brocade Handicraft Class: Learn to weave Dong brocade with an intangible cultural heritage inheritor. Choose a piece of indigo cloth and embroider an octagonal pattern—the finished product makes a meaningful souvenir. 3. Chengyang Eight Villages Day Trip: The hotel provides chartered transportation. Explore the Wind and Rain Bridge and Drum Tower complex until your legs are sore, and enjoy a feast of local delicacies in the villages—sour meat and sour fish until you're stuffed! ✨ A delightful surprise at the hotel: the gentle caress of the river breeze. Before leaving, the hotel gives you a bag of Sanjiang tea and a Dong brocade sachet, saying, "Take a touch of the river breeze back with you." Sitting on the bus back, clutching the sachet, I reflected on the past few days—the river views, the Dong cuisine, the handicrafts—and finally understood what it meant to "hide the gentleness of the Dong people in your pocket." Next time I want to escape the hustle and bustle of the city, I'll definitely go to the Marriott Sanjiang again, and let the wind of the Xunjiang River and the nights of the Dong villages blend into this romantic stay.

🌉Liuzhou Sanjiang Marriott Hotel | Staying by a Dong ethnic minority covered bridge, with a private hot spring and panoramic river views is absolutely amazing! Who can understand?! We stayed at the "top-tier" hotel in Liuzhou! ✨ The Sanjiang Marriott Hotel is located in the core area of ​​Dazhou Cultural Tourism Island. Opening the window reveals a Dong ethnic minority covered bridge and the emerald green river – this experience is simply divine! 🚄Super Convenient Transportation It's a 15-minute taxi ride from Sanjiang High-Speed ​​Railway Station. The entrance to the covered bridge scenic area is right outside the hotel, and a 5-minute walk will take you to popular photo spots. The lobby design is incredibly ethnic, with Dong brocade decorations and floor-to-ceiling windows offering breathtaking river views. They even gave us Dong ethnic minority oil tea at check-in – such a thoughtful touch! 🛏️The Panoramic River View Room is Absolutely Stunning! The river view private hot spring room we booked was breathtaking! The 270° floor-to-ceiling windows face the covered bridge. In the morning, a light mist shrouds the river, and fishing boats glide by, creating ripples – it's like stepping into a traditional Chinese ink painting! The balcony features a private hot spring pool; soak in the 42°C hot spring at night while stargazing, the river breeze carrying the fragrance of the wooden building – all fatigue will melt away! The room is meticulously designed 💎 It includes a smart toilet, electric curtains, and a Dyson hairdryer. The bedding is made of 60-thread-count satin, making you feel like you're sinking into a cloud. The minibar offers complimentary Sanjiang tea and glutinous rice balls; enjoying snacks while admiring the river view in the evening is pure bliss! 🍜A Taste of Dong Ethnic Flavors The sour soup rice noodles at breakfast are a must-try! The broth is made with wild fish from the Sanjiang River, sour and spicy, appetizing, paired with local pickled bamboo shoots and fried peanuts – one bite is unforgettable! There are also freshly made Dong ethnic glutinous rice cakes, crispy on the outside and chewy on the inside, dipped in soybean powder – the sweetness is just right! For dinner, we recommend trying the hotel's Dong ethnic long table banquet! A table laden with sour fish soup, roasted pork, and oil tea feast, with waiters dressed in Dong ethnic costumes singing toasting songs, made for a truly immersive experience! The highlight was the Sanjiang rice wine served in bamboo tubes—sweet and refreshing without causing a headache, perfect for a romantic nighttime stroll! 🌿Nearby attractions: A 10-minute walk from the hotel to Chengyang Eight Villages, where you can see the century-old Dong wooden houses and experience spinning and weaving; a 20-minute drive to Danzhou Ancient Town, where you can wander through Ming and Qing dynasty alleyways and enjoy afternoon tea under pomelo trees. In the evening, return to the hotel for a soak in the hot springs, watching the sunset gild the covered bridge—speechless with beauty! 💁Attentive service: Knowing we were on our honeymoon, they decorated our room in advance, scattering flower petals on the bed and giving us small Dong silver jewelry gifts; the hot spring pool was disinfected and the water changed daily, and complimentary ginger tea was provided; upon check-out, we received a Sanjiang tea gift bag—a delight for those who appreciate attention to detail! Having stayed at so many hotels in Liuzhou, the Sanjiang Marriott truly is top-tier! Private hot springs, panoramic river views, and ethnic charm – this place is perfect for couples' dates or family trips. Already on my list for a second visit! 💖

🏨Courtyard by Marriott Liuzhou Sanjiang｜A Secret Hot Spring Retreat by the Dong Village Riverside✨ Dragging my suitcase across the Wind and Rain Bridge, the stilted buildings of the Courtyard hotel appeared faintly in the morning light. Dong brocade hung under the wooden eaves, gently swaying in the breeze, as if saying, "Welcome home." The butler smiled as he took my luggage and handed me a cup of Dong-style oil tea. The salty and fragrant taste mixed with ginger instantly dispelled the morning chill. The river-view hot spring room I booked was on the third floor. Opening the window, I was amazed—the Xun River meandered below, and the Dong village drum tower appeared faintly in the morning mist. The Dong brocade bed runner in the room was brightly colored, the mattress was just the right firmness, and the local handmade cotton quilt covered the bed. Listening to the flowing river at night, I slept deeply. The biggest surprise was the private hot spring! The butler had prepared the water in advance and sprinkled some Sanjiang mugwort. The 40-degree water wrapped around my body as I watched the stilted buildings across the river light up with twinkling lights. The mountain breeze carried the scent of rice, making even the air sweet to breathe. After soaking, I returned to the room to find the bathrobe warm from the dryer and a mosquito-repellent sachet hanging on the clothes rack—attention to detail was perfect. Breakfast was enjoyed at the riverside restaurant, featuring Dong-style sour bamboo shoot beef noodles paired with freshly ground soy milk, the sour and fragrant flavors whetting the appetite. The waiter said the rice noodles were freshly made with a stone mill in the village, and the beef was marinated with Sanjiang yellow cattle meat, no wonder the noodles were chewier than those in the city. Outside the restaurant, bamboo rafts floated on the river as fishermen cast their nets, creating a living ink painting. In the afternoon, I followed the butler to the Dong village to experience tie-dyeing. An elderly woman taught us hand-in-hand how to prepare dye using isatis root. The fabric gradually blurred into blue and white patterns, and the finished square scarf became the most special souvenir of this trip. At sunset, I watched the view from the hotel’s observation deck. The evening glow dyed the river orange-red, and Dong girls sang mountain songs on the Wind and Rain Bridge, their echoes lingering in the valley. On the day of departure, the butler gave us two cans of Sanjiang tea: "Brew it when you get home, to remember the mountains and rivers here." As the car drove far away, looking back, the hotel lanterns were still lit, like pearls embedded by the riverside. The days at Courtyard were colored with the spirit of the Dong people—wooden buildings, river water, hot springs, mountain songs, and the warmth hidden in every detail made it hard to leave. Next time I come to Liuzhou, I will definitely stay here again~

Day 1: Sanjiang Dong Culture Experience + Great Waterwheel Scenery Morning: Explore Dong Ethnic Villages Recommended spots: Dong villages in Sanjiang Dong Autonomous County, such as Dashuiche Village and Longmen Village Highlights: Admire traditional Dong wooden stilt houses and drum towers, and immerse yourself in rich ethnic culture. Participate in Dong folk performances and experience the Dong Grand Song 🎶 Interaction tips: Bring a camera to capture the unique Dong architecture and customs. Noon: Taste Dong Specialty Cuisine Recommended: Dong-style farmhouse dishes, try rice noodles, cured meat, and bamboo tube rice—authentic and delicious 🍚 Afternoon: Great Waterwheel Sightseeing Highlights: Visit the famous Great Waterwheel, learn about its history and function, and feel the ancient irrigation culture. Suggestion: Take a stroll around the waterwheel and enjoy the pastoral scenery. Evening: Return to accommodation for rest Choose a countryside guesthouse or local hotel to experience the peaceful rural night. Day 2: Sanjiang Natural Scenery and Rural Leisure Morning: Longmen Terraced Fields or Countryside Hiking Recommended spots: Longmen Terraced Fields or other rural attractions Highlights: Early morning mist over the terraced fields creates a picturesque farming landscape. Hike to experience rural life and photograph the layered terraces. Interaction tips: Chat with local farmers to learn about traditional farming culture. Noon: Rural Farmhouse Meal Enjoy fresh farmhouse dishes and savor authentic rural flavors. Afternoon: Rural Leisure or Fruit Picking Experience Pick fruits like pomelos and persimmons, or relax in the fields and enjoy the tranquility of the countryside. Evening: Return to accommodation for rest Enjoy the peaceful rural night and prepare for the next day’s itinerary. Day 3: Sanjiang Unique Culture and Natural Attractions Morning: Visit Local Ethnic Culture Museum or Handicraft Shops Learn about the traditional crafts and cultural customs of ethnic groups like the Dong and Miao. Noon: Taste Local Specialty Snacks Such as rice noodles, oil tea, and glutinous rice. Afternoon: Explore Nearby Natural Attractions Visit waterfalls, streams, or forests for a light nature exploration. You can arrange a short countryside bike ride or walk. Evening: Return to accommodation for rest End the day’s exploration and enjoy a quiet night. Tips: Travel light and plan your time wisely Contact guesthouses or attractions in advance to book guides or tours for a better experience. Bring a camera, sunscreen, and enough water. Avoid long periods without food; carry some snacks with you. 🔔【Interaction Time】🔔 Which Sanjiang attraction interests you the most? Or is there a particular folk activity you want to experience? Leave a comment and make your trip more personalized! 👇

Live in the "Dong Wonderland" in Liuzhou! The river view + intangible cultural heritage is so beautiful that I have no words 🌉🎋 Everyone! I found a hotel that moved the "Dong Wonderland" in Sanjiang, Liuzhou. It is built next to the river and full of intangible cultural heritage elements. After staying for two nights, I felt that my soul was pickled by the romance of Dong Village 🌉Push the door and hit the "Sanjiang Picture Scroll" The hotel is located on the Dazhou Cultural Tourism Island in Guyi Town. Driving across the wind and rain bridge, a modern and Dong charm building suddenly came into view ~ White walls with Dong wooden elements, the terrace facing the river fluttered Dong cloth tassels, the housekeeper dressed in Dong costume handed over oil tea, salty and mixed with tea, the first bite was surrounded by the fireworks of Sanjiang✨ The river view room we stayed in had floor-to-ceiling windows facing the Rongjiang River! When I was "kissed" by the thin mist on the river in the morning, the sunlight dyed the river water into broken gold. The stilted buildings of the Dong village on the other side were looming in the morning mist, like a paradise in an ink painting 🧹 Detail control crazy intangible cultural heritage texture ✅ Public areas are full of Dong surprises: the lobby is decorated with intangible cultural heritage silver jewelry, Dong brocade hanging ornaments, even the front desk background wall is Dong embroidery pattern, casual photography is like "ethnic style production" 📸; ✅ The room hides "little thoughts": the bedding is made of cotton and linen material with Dong cloth patterns, breathable and comfortable to sleep on; the bathroom uses Dong blue dye elements of ornaments, hot water "swish", even the toiletry bag is Dong brocade fabric, details control ecstasy 💙 ~ 🌟N Reasons to Lock This Hotel 1. 5-minute walk to the "Dong Village Living Exhibition": Walk the wooden canyon from the back door of the hotel, and the Dazhou Village by the Rongjiang River is the "Living Dong Village"! Grandma was sitting in front of the stilted building weaving brocade, and uncle was playing pipa songs in the drum tower. We then learned a few lines. Although they were out of tune, they were so happy 🎶～ 2. Catering engraved "Sanjiang freshness" in the stomach: the sour soup fish in the hotel restaurant is super good! Rongjiang live fish is ready to eat, the sour soup is fermented with local pickled asparagus, sour and spicy appetizer, the fish meat is tender to melt in one bite🍲; there is also bamboo rice, glutinous rice mixed with mushrooms, sausage, with the fragrance of bamboo, I can't even eat two bowls🍚～ 3. One-stop mastery of peripheral gameplay: - Cycling 10 minutes to the Sanjiang Wind and Rain Bridge🌉: The bridge body is carved with Dong patterns, the lights are on at night, like a golden dragon lying on the river, taking pictures very well; - 15 minutes drive to Chengyang Ba Village 🎋: Walk the World Cultural Heritage-level Dong Village, watch the Dong Song performance, take photos in Dong costumes, and be an immersive "Dong Village Girl"; - Lie flat on the hotel terrace and enjoy the world🛋️: In the evening, order a cup of oil tea on the riverside terrace, watch the river mist slowly come up, listen to the sound of Lu Sheng in the distance, and devote yourself to "Sanjiang Slow Life" ~ 💡Tips The hotel is located at No. 1, Dazhou Cultural Tourism Island, Guyi Town, Sanjiang, 10 minutes drive from Sanjiang County Town ~ Friends who want to take pictures of the river view choose the river view room, pull the curtains is "Fusion River production" 🌊; it is recommended to go to the terrace in the evening, sunset + river view + Dong village, the atmosphere immediately burst ~ This time I stayed at Sanjiang Courtyard for two nights. I was woken up by the morning mist of the melting river every day, listened to the non-heritage songs in the Dong village, and ate fish in sour soup. I felt that the romance of Sanjiang was engraved in my heart. Now when I go back to work in the city, when I think of the sunset and the fragrance of oil tea in Rongjiang, my heart floats back to Dazhou Island. I really want to be "an idle person in Dong Village" for a few more days

Liuzhou Sanjiang Tea Viewing · Mountain Realm Resort Villas completely redefine my perception of rustic mountain lodgings! Hidden deep in the mountains of Sanjiang, uniquely designed wooden houses are built on cliff edges, backed by endless green mountains and bamboo seas. Open the window to a sea of clouds and layered peaks, like living in a real-life fairy tale~ Originally a tea mountain area, this resort is built around the local Dong ethnic tea culture. Though it lacks heavy historical architecture, it perfectly blends the Dong people's natural ecology with luxury vacationing, becoming a new popular getaway near Liuzhou! Travel Guide 🎫: No entrance fee, just stay at the villa to experience 🚗 Transportation: 3 hours self-drive from Liuzhou, 40 minutes self-drive from Sanjiang County Key Attractions 1. Cliffside Wooden House Cluster: Uniquely shaped popular treehouses, perfect for photos 2. Tea Mountain Viewing Platform: Overlooks the entire tea mountain and sea of clouds with an expansive view Special Experiences ✔️ Soak in a private hot spring on the wooden house terrace while enjoying afternoon tea with mountain views ✔️ Watch the sea of clouds roll through the mountains at dawn and capture stunning sunset glows in the evening Suggested Itinerary Day 1: Explore Dong villages in Sanjiang County → Check in at Tea Viewing · Mountain Realm → Enjoy the sea of clouds from the terrace Day 2: Tea mountain hiking → Experience making Dong-style oil tea → Return trip Tips ✅ Best time to stay: Spring and autumn, avoid the rainy season for a higher chance of sea of clouds ⚠️ Mountain roads have many curves, drive slowly if self-driving, experienced drivers recommended 🥘 The villa offers Dong ethnic specialty dishes, be sure to try sour fish and oil tea Tea Viewing · Mountain Realm is a lodging that takes mountain romance to the extreme. No need to travel abroad—you can experience stunning cliffside treehouses right in Liuzhou, with the vacation vibe fully maximized! Friends, would you rather stay in a cliffside wooden house or go hiking in the tea mountains? Let’s chat in the comments~

Escape the heated rooms and take the kids for a light hike at Longtan Park! It’s like a natural oxygen bar and a geological museum, with surprises at every step. It’s free and you can play all day long! 🗺 【In-depth Park Tour Route (Half-day Leisure Version)】 Enter from the North Gate → Turn right along the main road → Mirror Lake Viewing Platform (blue wall area) → Cliff Inscriptions → Lake Light Bridge → Small Pavilion opposite Wind and Rain Bridge (for panoramic bridge photos) → Mirror Mountain Hiking → Wind and Rain Bridge Experience → Waterside Walkway → Dong Ethnic Village Drum Tower → Exit from East Gate This route connects the main highlights with gentle terrain, perfect for a slow family walk. 🔍 【Nature Education and Fun Discoveries】 📍 Cliff Inscriptions: Take the kids to find ancient carvings on the cliff and tell the legend of “Longtan.” 📍 Fish Watching at Lake Light: On the bridge near the cliff inscriptions, you can see schools of koi fish in the water, letting kids observe their shapes. 📍 Geology Mini-Class: The Danxia landform rocks of Mirror Mountain and the karst lava water of Leitan are vivid natural teaching materials. 📍 Plant Identification: The park is rich in plants, so you can identify different trees and flowers with your kids. 🏞 【Hidden Photo Spots】 Besides popular spots, these places are less crowded and beautiful: Mirror Lake Viewing Platform (blue wall area): A semicircular viewing platform with few people, featuring a tranquil lake and mountain background. On Lake Light Bridge: Use the distant mountains and water as a backdrop for mid-range portraits with clean composition. Small Pavilion behind the Dong Village Drum Tower: Overlooks part of the lake and the mountains on the opposite shore, offering a unique perspective. 🛶 【Dynamic Experiences: Make Your Visit More Fun】 Photography Service: Experienced photographers on Wind and Rain Bridge offer professional photos for 5-10 RMB, a meaningful souvenir. Boat Ride: Electric or pedal boats to leisurely cruise the lake (paid service, about 30-50 RMB/boat/half hour). Ethnic Culture: Learn about Dong ethnic architecture in the Dong Village Drum Tower area. 🛌 【Extended Stay: Add Comfort to Your Trip】 If you plan to stay in Liuzhou for a day or two, these hotels offer quality rest: Liuzhou Sanjiang Courtyard Hotel: Located in Sanjiang County, ideal for visiting Chengyang Eight Villages together, with Dong ethnic style design. Liuzhou Hyatt Place Hotel: Located in Liuzhou’s bustling commercial district, offers wide high-floor views and convenient shopping and dining. 🥣 【Energy Refill Stations】 There are small shops scattered in the park where you can buy water and simple snacks. Strongly recommend bringing some fruit, small cakes, and warm water to replenish energy anytime. Plan main meals after the visit, either in the city or near your hotel. ⚠️ 【Important Notes for Parents】 Time Planning: The park is large; a slow visit takes 3-4 hours. Arrange rest time for kids accordingly. Essentials: Besides warm clothes, be sure to bring a thermos with warm water, wet wipes, and spare socks (in case of getting wet). Respect Rules: Follow park staff instructions, avoid playing in dangerous areas, and protect the environment. Transportation: After exiting the East Gate, taxis are relatively convenient, making it easy to connect to Yaobu Ancient Town or city dining plans.

We visited an interesting place called Yunnan Tea Garden (West Tea Garden). It's a quiet and beautiful place with an abundance of tea plantations. It's perfect for a short visit of 1-2 days. We stayed at the Yunnan Tea Garden Hotel. The hosts were very friendly. They treated us to breakfast and dinner. We bought some tea as a thank you. The only downside is that it's a bit difficult to get to. #West Tea Garden

Taking Yutou Dong Village as a natural "cultural school," we designed a "Little Dong Family Member" experience plan. Starting from learning a simple Dong greeting, to trying to weave a small piece of Dong brocade, the joy and knowledge children gain in these two days are deeper than any amusement park. 👧🏻 "Little Dong Family Member" Experience Schedule • Morning (Cultural Exploration) Morning Visit: At dawn when the cooking smoke rises, follow the homestay host to the ancient well in the village to fetch water and see how villagers start their day. Drum Tower Class: Invite an elder from the village (or ask the homestay host for help) to teach children a simple Dong greeting in the drum tower and explain the significance of the drum tower to the Dong village (gathering, meetings, entertainment, rituals). Sketching at the Wind and Rain Bridge: Bring sketchbooks and colored pencils, sit inside the village’s iconic Wind and Rain Bridge, and let the children draw the stream, waterwheel, and wooden buildings before them. • Afternoon (Handcraft Time) Dong Brocade Study: This is the core experience. Dong brocade is a national intangible cultural heritage. Visit a skilled brocade weaver in the village to see how she operates the ancient loom. Under guidance, children can try weaving a simple coaster or bookmark to take home, experiencing the craftsmanship of "warp and weft interlacing." Making Glutinous Rice Cake: Participate in the entire process of pounding glutinous rice cake, from steaming the sticky rice to pounding and shaping it, then dipping it in sugar powder. Tasting the fruits of their own labor is especially sweet. • Evening (Starry Sky and Stories) Fireplace Storytelling: Ask the host to tell Dong folk tales, such as "Zhulang Niangmei." Without electric lights interfering, listening to stories by the flickering firelight is especially immersive. Gazing at the Milky Way: If the weather is clear and the village has very little light pollution, take the children to the drum tower square or an open area to look up and find Orion in the winter night sky and identify constellations. 📦 Travel Memories to Take Home Handmade small Dong brocade items: Unique and one of a kind. A piece of Dong cloth: You can buy a piece of hand-dyed indigo Dong cloth in the village to frame at home as decoration. A pack of Youcha ingredients: Buy some roasted rice, yinmi (a type of rice), and tea leaves used for making Youcha, so you can recreate the Dong flavor at home. Lots of quick sketches: Recording the beauty seen with your own eyes. 🏡 Accommodation Upgrade Suggestions: Besides those mentioned before, you can specially choose: Homestays with Brocade Grandmas: If the homestay host is an intangible cultural heritage inheritor or skilled in brocade weaving, the experience will be deeper and more convenient. Scenic Homestays by the Village Edge: Choose homestays on the village outskirts or slightly elevated terrain for a wider view, with more beautiful morning mist and sunsets. 🚌 Multiple Ways to Get There and Tips High-speed train + private car: After arriving at "Sanjiang South Station," contact the homestay host in advance to help book a private car. This is the most worry-free way. Self-driving navigation: Navigate to "Yutou Ancient Dong Village." The last stretch is mountain road with many bends and narrow paths, so please drive carefully. Respect Customs: When entering the drum tower and Wind and Rain Bridge, sometimes you need to take off your shoes; do not touch sacred objects casually; ask for permission before taking photos, especially of elders. Lower Expectations: The accommodation here cannot be compared to star-rated hotels, but cleanliness and warmth are guaranteed. What you enjoy is the culture and atmosphere. 💎 Core Idea: This is an "immersive" trip aimed at experience rather than comfort. Put down the pace and standards of the city, and together with your child, embrace another simple yet rich way of life with an open and learning heart.

Starry sky wooden cabin camping offers an ultimate wild luxury experience. The private terrace connects to an outdoor heated SPA pool, where you can enjoy tea on the balcony while waiting for the sea of clouds sunrise, overlooking the panoramic view of the misty tea mountains. The private space allows you to fully relax. Don't miss the immersive tea culture activities. During your stay, personally participate in tea picking, pan-frying, and tasting. Under the guidance of professional tea ladies, experience the traditional Dong ethnic tea-making process and feel the delicate transformation of tea leaves at your fingertips. Some sessions require advance booking. Terraced field sea of clouds photography is a perfect opportunity for stunning shots. On winter mornings, head to Laobao Village in Laobao Township or Buyang Xianren Mountain Scenic Area to capture the magnificent scene of the rolling sea of clouds. The terraced fields and tea mountains intertwine like a painting, freezing the blend of nature and culture in the changing light and shadow. It takes about 2.5 hours to drive from Liuzhou to the scenic area, with winding mountain roads requiring cautious driving. Non-driving visitors can choose to take a high-speed train shuttle from Sanjiang County to the homestay or take the scenic area sightseeing bus, with some areas requiring transfers. Hotel rooms are distributed in the form of independent wooden cabins. Some room types have balconies equipped with massage pools. Contact the front desk before departure to confirm the availability of equipment and tea-making utensils to ensure a smooth stay. The homestay offers Dong ethnic specialty dinners. Sour fish and sour meat, along with steaming hot chicken soup, are full of local flavor. Inform in advance of any dietary restrictions or book a private chef for customized dishes to enjoy an exclusive culinary journey.

Who knows! Liuzhou is truly Guangxi's "hidden gem"—the lights of the Liujiang River reflect the karst peaks, the covered bridges of Chengyang Eight Villages conceal the warmth of the Dong people, the aroma of sour bamboo shoots wafts through the streets and alleys, infused with the freshness of snails, and the satisfying taste of snail rice noodles paired with braised duck feet perfectly blends the elegance of this "mountain and water industrial city" with the vibrant energy of everyday life. I've personally tested a 4-day slow-paced itinerary, avoiding the tourist traps, and packing together stunning scenery, ethnic customs, and authentic Guangxi flavors. No rushing, no disappointments—foodies, photographers, and culture enthusiasts alike can confidently go for it! 📍 Pre-trip Must-Read: Money-Saving Tips + Avoidance Guide • Transportation: A 2.5-hour high-speed train from Guangzhou/Changsha takes you directly to Liuzhou Station. Rent an electric scooter for 50 RMB/day to explore the old town – super convenient! For Chengyang Eight Villages, choose the scenic area shuttle bus (50 RMB/person). The city water bus is 3 RMB/trip, 10 times cheaper than a cruise. Daily transportation costs around 40 RMB. • Accommodation: Choose a five-star hotel near the pedestrian street (75-95 RMB/night per person), a 5-minute walk to the food street. For an immersive experience, choose a Dong-style guesthouse in Chengyang Eight Villages, with views of the terraced fields from your window. Book a week in advance during peak season to save 30%. Avoid cheap hotels near scenic areas; poor environment and poor soundproofing are common. • Tickets: Longtan Park, Yaobu ​​Ancient Town, and Liuzhou Industrial Museum are all free. Save 15 RMB by booking tickets online for Chengyang Eight Villages. The Ma'anshan elevator is 20 RMB round trip (climbing is free). Student tickets to Dule Rock Scenic Area are half price. • Avoid these pitfalls: Water buses only operate during the day; evening cruises cost 100+ yuan. Bring a small fan to cool off on the boat in summer. In Yaobu ​​Ancient Town, compare prices for renting ethnic costumes; 50 yuan for unlimited time offers the best value. Snail rice noodles in tourist areas are overpriced; old shops in old alleys are more authentic. Buy bagged snail rice noodles from the post office "airport version"—vacuum-packed with ice packs, no need to check them in on the plane. 🌟 4-Day Essential Itinerary: Slow and Immersive Experience in Central Guangxi Day 1: Old Town Vibes → Unlock the Flavor of Liuzhou with the Scent of Sour Bamboo Shoots Arrive in the morning and head straight to Jubao Snail Rice Noodles flagship store. A bowl of "original" snail rice noodles costs 15 yuan. The spicy broth coats the chewy rice noodles, the sour bamboo shoots are pungent and flavorful, and it's served with braised duck feet that fall off the bone and fried eggs soaked in broth. Instantly, you'll be healed by the vibrant street life of Liuzhou! In the afternoon, visit the Liuzhou Industrial Museum. Entry is free with a reservation. The old-fashioned Wuling trucks and industrial equipment exude a strong sense of history. The exhibition hall, converted from an old factory, is perfect for taking retro-style photos. The souvenirs from the cultural and creative shops selling snail rice noodles are very meaningful. In the evening, move on to Yaobu ​​Ancient Town. The stilted buildings in Ming and Qing style are built along the river. Wear a Dong costume (50 yuan/set) and stroll along the ancient streets. The stone-paved roads and red lanterns make for stunning photos. Stop by the Baisha Bridge; the modern architecture contrasts beautifully with the river view, making for excellent nighttime photography. In the evening, head to Shengli Barbecue City, a veritable "Liuzhou night market paradise": the mango shaved ice is smooth and sweet, the stir-fried snails with pickled bamboo shoots are spicy and tangy, and a dry pot of beef offal is fresh, crisp, and chewy. You can eat until you're stuffed for about 40 yuan per person. After dinner, take a night cruise on the Liujiang River and watch the world's largest floating fountain at 8 pm, along with the breathtaking water screen movie "Liu Zongyuan's Governance of Liuzhou." Day 2: Hidden Gems of Nature → Breathe in the Oxygen of Karst Peaks A full day in a "natural oxygen bar"! Depart at 8 am for Longtan Park. Free admission. Stroll along the lakeside path, where karst peaks are reflected in the lake, dotted with Dong-style covered bridges and drum towers. In spring, when the Bauhinia flowers are in full bloom, it's like a fairytale world, perfect for ancient-style photography. In the morning, visit Mirror Mountain and Leitan. The flowing water, shady trees, and fresh, fragrant air create a tranquil atmosphere. When you get tired, find a stone bench to rest and watch the locals fish and chat – a truly relaxing experience. For lunch, enjoy snail and duck feet stew near the park. Soft and tender duck feet, powdery taro, and fresh snails are stewed together in a rich broth. Served with a bowl of brown rice, it's a perfect authentic Liuzhou dish for just 55 yuan per person. In the afternoon, we moved to Ma'anshan Park and chose to hike to the top (30-minute walk) for a panoramic view of Liuzhou. The karst peaks and the Liujiang River intertwine, creating a magnificent scene. In the evening, we watched the sunset from the mountaintop, the golden sunlight bathing the city in a breathtaking atmosphere. In the evening, we strolled through the Qingyun Minsheng Market, trying cold beef offal salad, spicy and sour beef blood soup, and a refreshing cup of longan and osmanthus ice made by Grandma – a perfect way to cool down after a hot day. Day 3: Dong Village Charm → Experience Slow Living by the Wind and Rain Bridge We headed to "China's Most Beautiful Dong Village"! We departed at 8 am for Chengyang Eight Villages (1.5-hour drive), focusing on Ma'an Village and Yan Village. The world's longest Yongji Bridge spans the river, its exquisite wooden structure creating a stunning landscape. Drum towers, terraced fields, and stilted houses form a breathtaking panorama. In the morning, experience "Being a Dong Person for a Day": Learn to pound Dong cloth with a Dong girl; pounding 108 times earns you a "cloth-pounding belt," which offers a 10% discount on meals. Learn to sing Dong songs, drink oil tea, and immerse yourself in the rich ethnic culture. For lunch, enjoy a Dong long table feast. Mountain snail rice noodles cooked with spring water are incredibly flavorful, along with pickled fish with sour chili and Dong stuffed tofu—authentic flavors that will leave you wanting more. A satisfying meal for just 60 yuan per person. In the afternoon, stroll along the village trails. The secluded alleys and riverside terraced fields offer excellent photo opportunities. When you're tired, find a riverside shop, order a cup of local green tea, and watch the villagers doing laundry—a truly heartwarming experience. In the evening, watch a traditional village performance, including Dong folk songs and Lusheng dances. Stay overnight in a Dong-style guesthouse. Open your window to see the drum tower under the starry sky, fall asleep to the sounds of insects, and experience a unique tranquility. Day 4: Cultural Exploration + Souvenirs → Bring the Flavors of Liuzhou Home In the morning, visit Liuhou Temple, an ancient architectural complex commemorating the Tang Dynasty writer Liu Zongyuan. The Three Perfections Stele is the temple's prized possession. The winter plum trees and ancient pavilions in the courtyard exude cultural depth, quiet and solemn, perfect for quiet contemplation. For lunch, enjoy dry-mixed snail rice noodles nearby. The thick sauce coats every strand of noodle, and paired with braised pig's feet and crispy tofu skin, it's a satisfying meal for just 25 yuan per person. In the afternoon, experience traditional snail rice noodle making. Learn from the artisans how to ferment pickled bamboo shoots and make rice noodles, creating your own bowl of snail rice noodles – a truly rewarding experience. Before heading home, browse the specialty shops in the old town and buy "airport-version" snail rice noodles, Liuzhou tea oil, and pickled bamboo shoot sauce – packing the flavors of Liuzhou home with you. Returning home in the evening with a full stomach, I'll cherish the aroma of Liuzhou's snail rice noodles, its picturesque scenery, and the warmth of its Dong villages. 🍜 Must-Try Food List (Tested and Guaranteed, Locals' Secrets) 1. Snail Rice Noodles: Jubao Snail Rice Noodles Main Store – the pickled bamboo shoots are pungent enough, the duck feet are boneless, and the fried egg soaks up the broth perfectly; 2. Snail and Duck Feet Stew: Feiluozhuang Main Store – generous portions and rich flavor, the duck feet are tender and soft, and the taro is soft and flavorful; 3. Cold Beef Offal Salad: Tianshan Beef Offal City – sweet, sour, and spicy, the beef offal is fresh and crisp, and the secret sauce is amazing; 4. Fried Ice Cream + Fried Duck Feet: Shengli Barbecue City – the mango fried ice cream is sweet and delicious, and the fried duck feet are tangy and spicy; 5. Dry-Tossed Snail Rice Noodles: Jinwang Snail Rice Noodles Shop – the sauce is thick and rich, and the braised pig's feet are tender and flavorful; 6. Longan and Osmanthus Ice: Handmade by grandma, refreshing and cooling, with the sweet aroma of longan and the rich fragrance of osmanthus. The beauty of Liuzhou lies in its "hardcore charm and gentle warmth hidden in its everyday life"—free from the hustle and bustle of excessive commercialization, only the tangy aroma of snail rice noodles, the shimmering waves of the Liujiang River, the songs of the Dong villages, and the genuine warmth of the Liuzhou people. No need to rush; simply enjoy noodles, stroll through the mountains and rivers, and experience the ethnic customs every day to feel the unique warmth of this city. The snail rice noodle shop owner will generously add extra pickled bamboo shoots, the Dong girls will patiently teach you how to pound cloth, the aunties in the park will share local tea with you, and the satisfying feeling of a hot and spicy snail rice noodle and a refreshing shaved ice will fill you with contentment. If you love food, scenery, and culture, Liuzhou is definitely worth a visit, because "the romance of Liuzhou is hidden in every tangy bite and every lamplight!" Liuzhou Travel Guide, Guangxi Budget Travel, 4 Days 3 Nights Independent Travel, Karst Landscape Tour, Snail Rice Noodle Food Tour

🚗 Driving around Sanjiang, Guangxi, we initially just booked a budget hotel casually, but it turned out to be a treasure! Jiangjin Hotel (Sanjiang Dong Autonomous County Wind and Rain Bridge Branch) is actually the No.1 best-selling budget hotel in Sanjiang 🥇. After staying, I immediately want to recommend it to all friends coming to Sanjiang! First, the best point for self-driving travelers! The hotel has a free parking lot 🅿️ with plenty of spaces. We drove here in a small car and no longer had to circle the county looking for parking for ages, which greatly increased our sense of security. Even more surprisingly, there are charging stations ⚡, which is a delight for new energy vehicle owners! No more range anxiety; you can fully charge your car while resting at the hotel and continue exploring the next day with ease. Moreover, the hotel’s location is truly excellent! It’s at No. 56, Moon Street, Guyi Town, Sanjiang. Although it’s 1.5 kilometers on foot from the county center, driving anywhere is super smooth. It’s just a few minutes’ drive to attractions like the Wind and Rain Bridge and Drum Tower. There are also many small restaurants nearby serving Dong ethnic specialty dishes, making it very convenient to find food. A big shoutout to the front desk service 💁‍♀️! I originally thought budget hotels usually have indifferent service, but the staff here were super enthusiastic. Check-in was lightning fast, and they proactively recommended Sanjiang’s sightseeing routes. They even clearly explained which place serves the most authentic sour fish and sour meat. As someone with social anxiety, I felt very comfortable. We booked the Romantic and Pleasant Twin Room 🌙. The 25㎡ space is quite spacious for a budget hotel, with two 1.3-meter single beds perfect for two girls. My favorite feature is the half-moon floor-to-ceiling window. Opening the curtains reveals the big river right next door 🌊. The riverfront view is truly as stunning as advertised! Watching the sunset in the evening and the riverside night view 🌃, sitting by the window feeling the river breeze and sipping the complimentary Sanjiang oil tea 🥤, all the travel fatigue just melted away. The riverside atmosphere is fully immersive. The hotel was renovated in 2021, so the facilities are very new. The room equipment is also very complete, with toiletries and charging ports thoughtfully provided. Plus, the price is super affordable. After using a coupon, it was just over 70 yuan per night, with complimentary oil tea and late checkout until 2 PM. The cost performance is simply legendary! In short, staying at this hotel during our Sanjiang trip was a wonderful surprise. The budget price came with an excellent experience. Self-driving travelers, just book it with your eyes closed! 😜 Address: No. 56, Moon Street, Guyi Town, Sanjiang 💸 Price: Under 100 yuan (even better with coupons)

🎈New Year's Escape Plan | Four Must-Visit Hidden Gems in Sanjiang County🎈 ✨Dear friends, not sure where to go during the New Year's holiday? Then come to Sanjiang County! Here you will find rich Dong ethnic customs, stunning natural scenery, and unique cultural landscapes, making your New Year's unforgettable. Below are four hidden gem attractions in Sanjiang County for you 👇 Chengyang Eight Villages — A paradise to experience Dong ethnic customs Chengyang Eight Villages is a national 5A-level scenic area, composed of eight Dong villages. Here you can find unique wind-and-rain bridges, drum towers, stilted wooden houses, and rich folk customs. The Chengyang Yongji Bridge, one of the world's historic famous bridges, is located here. This pure wooden structure, built without a single nail or rivet, showcases the superb craftsmanship of Dong artisans. You can stroll through the villages, admire ancient architecture, experience farming fun, and participate in folk activities like pumpkin battles, Duoye, and the Hundred Family Banquet to feel the unique charm of the Dong people. Sanjiang Drum Tower — The iconic building of Dongland The Sanjiang Drum Tower is located in Duoye Square in Sanjiang County and is known as the "world's first drum tower." It is an all-wood structure with 27 layers of eaves that taper tightly and lift lightly, resembling a wooden pyramid, very spectacular. Inside the tower, there are stairs to climb up to the fourth floor, where you can overlook the beautiful county town and learn a lot about the Dong people and drum towers. During New Year's, there may be various festive activities around the drum tower, making it lively and bustling. Buyang Xianren Mountain — A tea garden paradise in the clouds Buyang Xianren Mountain Scenic Area is at an altitude of 800-1000 meters, with rolling hills and misty clouds. The tea gardens here gather the essence of fog and water and the spirit of the earth, creating a natural ecological environment known for "high mountain producing good tea." You can take a sightseeing bus deep into the tea mountains, sit in a tea house, and taste a cup of freshly picked Buyang tea, feeling the warmth of the tea from your tongue to your stomach. You can also immerse yourself in the fun of tea picking and frying, enjoying a leisurely rural time. Danzhou Ancient City — An ancient charm surrounded by water on all sides Danzhou Ancient City was built in the 19th year of the Ming Dynasty Wanli reign, over 400 years ago. This is a Ming Dynasty ancient city surrounded by water on all sides. The island features simple folk customs, quiet streets, and beautiful river views. During New Year's, every household in the ancient city hangs shiny cured ducks, cured meat, and sausages under the eaves, filling the air with the aroma of preserved flavors. You can stroll through the cobblestone alleys, admire the ancient buildings with black tiles and white walls, and buy some vacuum-packed cured meats as souvenirs. Travel Tips - Transportation: You can take a high-speed train to Sanjiang South Station or drive there yourself. Within the county and between attractions, you can take taxis, buses, or rent cars. - Accommodation: The county town offers hotels of various standards, such as Sanjiang Dongxiang State Guesthouse and Courtyard by Marriott Sanjiang Liuzhou; there are also many unique homestays within Chengyang Eight Villages. - Food: Be sure to try Dong ethnic specialties like oil tea, sour meat, and sugar cakes. You can also join the Hundred Family Banquet in Chengyang Eight Villages. 🎉Come to Sanjiang County for New Year's, experience unique ethnic customs, enjoy beautiful natural scenery, and make your holiday full of surprises and joy. Hurry up and bring your friends, let's go together!