The Ultimate Summer Escape Near Chongqing! Just Follow This Huangshui Guide!

Who can resist, folks! While downtown Chongqing is melting in the heat, Huangshui stays cool at around 25°C. With forests, grasslands, ancient towns... this natural air-conditioned paradise is the perfect summer getaway! 🧳 Must-Pack Checklist (Don’t skip!) ✔️ IDs: ID card + student ID (discounts at many attractions) ✔️ Outfits: T-shirts & shorts + long sleeves! The temp drops 10°C at night—don’t catch a cold! Swimsuits for water fun. ✔️ Essentials: Sunscreen (UV is strong!), sunglasses, hat, umbrella (mountain weather changes fast), bug spray (forests = more bugs). ✔️ Meds: Cold meds, stomach meds, motion sickness pills—travel worry-free! 🚗 How to Get There? ▫️ By train: Chongqing North Station → Huangshui Station, 4 daily trains (1.5h, ¥69). Transfer to a bus (¥22, 40min) or ride-hail to town. Easy! ▫️ By car: Take the Huyu South Expressway from downtown (230km, 3h). Scenic route with photo ops! 💃 Must-Do Itineraries (Pick your vibe!) 1. **Tujia Culture Route**: Snap ethnic photos at Intangible Heritage Square → Boat ride on Moon Lake → Feast at Tujia Long-Table Banquet (try the smoked pork!) → Catch the *Heavenly Huangshui* dance show (stunning lights!). 2. **Adventure Line**: Hike oxygen-rich Dafengbao Forest (90%+ coverage) → Yoga at Bizika Green Palace → Whitewater rafting at Youcao River (water fights = endless fun! Wear quick-dry clothes). 3. **Nature Retreat**: Camp under stars at Qianye Grassland (see the Milky Way!) → Walk ancient salt trails in Xituo Ancient Town → Marvel at Wanshou Mountain’s peaks (linked to legend Qin Liangyu). 4. **Hidden Gems**: Drive the "Blade Ridge" cliffside road (insta-worthy!) → Cloud Flower Valley’s highland blooms (like a painting!) → Guanghan Palace’s light show (straight out of a fairy tale). 🍲 Foodie Heaven ▪️ Tujia Feasts: *Suanzha* pork (spicy-sour kick!), steamed pork with glutinous rice, smoked pork with fern shoots (wilderness flavor!). ▪️ Fresh Catches: Youcao River fish—grilled to crispy perfection (drench rice in the sauce!). ▪️ Summer Snacks: *Yangyu Caca* (potato lovers rejoice!), Tujia savory pancakes, brown sugar ice jelly (perfect with hotpot). 🏡 Where to Stay? ❶ **Town Center**: Huayi Hotel—prime location steps from food streets and night markets. ❷ **Boutique Stays**: *Huangshui Linjian*—a bamboo-shaded B&B with insane roast lamb. Wake up to birdsong! ❸ **Glamping**: Pitch a tent (or rent gear) at Qianye Grassland. Stargazing = pure romance. **Pro Tip**: Book trains/hotels early—summer’s peak season! Weekdays = fewer crowds. Chongqing crew, ditch the AC remote and escape to Huangshui this summer! 👇👇