Maolan Nature Reserve: A harmonious symphony of Buyi, Shui, and Yao cultures with nature!

Maolan Nature Reserve, the core protected area of the Karst World Natural Heritage, is a sea of green with a forest coverage rate of over 91%. It has been selected as one of the 'Top Ten Most Beautiful Forests in China,' with scenery so beautiful it leaves people in awe. The reserve is home to ethnic minorities such as the Buyi, Shui, and Yao, whose lives are filled with the charm of mysterious and primitive cultures, like a living painting of ethnic customs. In Maolan, you can feel the harmonious coexistence of nature and humanity, with every brick and tile telling a different story. Address: More than 30 kilometers south of Libo County, Qiannan Prefecture Ticket: 50/person, Sightseeing bus 50/person Opening hours: 08:00-18:00 Transportation: Take the high-speed train to Libo Station, take the bus at the entrance, go to the bus station, and transfer to a direct bus to Maolan Travel Guide 👀 Hiking in the primeval forest Imagine walking in an ancient and mysterious forest, surrounded by rolling mountains and clear streams. Sunlight filters through the leaves, golden rays dancing on the ground, and tree shadows gently swaying with the breeze. This is the journey through China's most beautiful primeval forest, where you will admire nature's masterpieces, such as the peculiar landforms like peaks, valleys, sinkholes, and underground rivers. 👀 Exploring the mysteries of caves Step into a world hidden underground, as if returning to ancient times. With a headlamp on, you embark on a journey to explore the Nine Caves. These caves, untouched by human hands, showcase the most primitive charm of nature. Every step is filled with the unknown, and every turn is a test of bravery. 👀 Adventure of rare plants Bring your curiosity and embark on a journey to find marvelous plants. Maolan, a place teeming with countless biological genetic information, awaits your discovery. Here, you will find the single-sex magnolia, known as the 'panda of the plant world,' and the southern yew, which is valuable all over. There is also the elegant and tall heteromorphic jade leaf flower, quietly blooming in the dense forest, waiting for the discerning eye to discover them.