Maling River Canyon's "Heavenly Gorge and Earthly Crevice" with hundreds of cascading waterfalls, and Libo's Small Seven Arches with its 68-level terraced waterfalls

📍 **Classic Itinerary Recommendation** **Day 1: Cultural Exploration in Guiyang** ✅ **Jiaxiu Tower**: The landmark of Guiyang, the evening light show over Nanming River is incredibly romantic. ✅ **Qingyan Ancient Town**: A 600-year-old military town, must-try dishes include braised pork trotters and rose-flavored jelly. **Day 2: Thrilling Experience at Huangguoshu Waterfall** ✅ **The Great Waterfall**: Enter before 7 AM and head straight to the Water Curtain Cave. Wear a raincoat to feel the awe of "a galaxy pouring down" (peak water flow is July-August). ✅ **Tianxing Bridge**: Focus on the lower section—Silver Chain Waterfall resembles scattered pearls, and the stone maze is super fun. ✅ **Doupotang**: Filming location for *Journey to the West*, a quick 30-minute visit. **Day 3: Fairyland of Libo's Small Seven Arches** ✅ **Wolongtan**: Turquoise-blue lake like a gemstone, best for crowd-free photos at 7 AM. ✅ **Mandarin Duck Lake**: Paddle a transparent boat through the water forest—light and shadows are breathtaking. ✅ **Small Seven Arches Ancient Bridge**: Best light at 4 PM, with the bridge's reflection painting a picturesque scene. **Day 4: Adventure in Maling River Canyon** ✅ **Earth Crevice Waterfalls**: Hundreds of waterfalls cascade through the 74 km canyon, with travertine formations like "frozen waterfalls." ✅ **Cycling in Wanfenglin**: Karst peaks + rural landscapes, and experience rice cake pounding in Buyi villages. **Day 5: Finale in Zhenyuan Ancient Town** ✅ **Night Cruise on Wuyang River**: Glide past lantern-lit shores while listening to boat women sing folk songs. 🍽️ **Must-Try Food List** - **Sour Fish Soup**: Catfish with mountain pepper oil—spicy and appetizing. - **Changwang Noodles**: A Guiyang classic on Caijia Street, with blood tofu and pork intestines. - **Siwawa**: Ten thin pancakes wrapped around herbs, dipped in sauce—a local favorite. ⚠️ **Travel Tips** 1️⃣ **Transport**: High-speed rail from Guiyang to Anshun (Huangguoshu) and Kaili (Xijiang). For Libo, consider hiring a car. 2️⃣ **Tickets**: Huangguoshu 160 RMB (includes shuttle), Small Seven Arches 120 RMB—book in advance. 3️⃣ **Accommodation**: Stay in Zhenning County near Huangguoshu or by the Zhangjiang River in Libo for great value. 4️⃣ **Gear**: Non-slip shoes + waterproof phone case—water mist is heavy near waterfalls. "Guizhou's waterfalls—Huangguoshu's thunderous might, Small Seven Arches' gentle elegance, Maling River's rugged wonder." This summer, come experience the symphony of water and mountains! 📸