I rarely use the word "breathtaking" to describe a place until I came here
【Zunyi "12 Behind" Exploration Guide】A mysterious fissure on Earth that will overturn your perception of Guizhou! 🌍✨
Want to escape the crowds? This hidden magical realm deep in Zunyi, "12 Behind," will definitely amaze you with nature's incredible craftsmanship! 👇
📍Location Navigation
Inside Shuanghedong National Geopark, Wenquan Town, Suiyang County, Zunyi City, Guizhou Province (12 Behind Tourist Area)
🚗Transportation Guide
• Self-driving: Depart from Guiyang, navigate to "12 Behind Tourist Area," about 2.5 hours drive, with stunning mountain views along the way
• High-speed rail: Take the train to Zunyi Station, then rent a car or charter a vehicle to the site (about 1.5 hours)
• Friendly tip: The last section is a winding mountain road with many curves, daytime driving is recommended
🎫Ticket Information (updated for this peak season)
• Shuanghedong Scenic Area + Underground Fissure Combo Ticket: 168 RMB
• Special Earth Core Adventure Experience: 298 RMB (advance reservation required)
• Opening Hours: 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM (last entry at 3:30 PM)
🏨Accommodation Recommendations
• Secret Mountain Residence: A unique guesthouse inside the scenic area, with cloud sea views from your window ☁️
• Shuanghe Inn: Cave-themed design, a cost-effective choice
• Suiyang County Hotels: More options, about 40 minutes drive from the scenic area
🍲Food Highlights
• Liu Erma Rice Noodles: A long-established Zunyi brand, spicy and aromatic
• Tofu Pudding Noodles: A divine combination of silky tofu pudding and chewy noodles
• Suiyang Hollow Noodles: Intangible cultural heritage delicacy, fresh and flavorful soup
• Reminder: The mountainous area is humid, be sure to try the local dampness-removing Huangba cake
⚠️Essential Tips
1. The cave temperature is constant at 16°C, remember to bring a light jacket
2. Wear non-slip sports shoes! Some sections require climbing with your hands
3. Photography enthusiasts bring a wide-angle lens; the underground galaxy is incredibly stunning
4. Some outdoor activities may be suspended on rainy days, check the weather before your trip
🌟Hidden Experiences
• Wait for the sea of clouds sunrise at the viewing platform early in the morning
• Encounter the firefly forest secret realm at dusk
• Make Suiyang oil tea by hand and experience intangible cultural heritage
This is not a typical karst landscape but a geological wonder combining fissures, caves, underground rivers, and peak forests! Whether it's the thrill of earth core exploration or the leisure of mountain walks, it will make you rediscover the beauty of Guizhou~
📌 Take this guide and set off to unlock an amazing magical journey that will make you scream! (Remember to save it and check anytime on the road)