Longkalai, Baise, Guangxi | When the Xinjiang Grasslands Meet the Guilin Mountains and Rivers

Longkalai, also known as Qinglong Lake, is located in Debao County, Baise City, Guangxi. Although it is not a well-known tourist hotspot, it attracts more and more adventurers with its unique natural scenery. Driving is the best way to get to Longkalai. Navigate to Longkalai, and you can drive directly to the Qinglong Lake stele. Longkalai is famous for its primitive natural scenery. It used to be a lake, but due to the change of the upstream hydropower channel, it has now become a shallow water beach and a flat grassland. Cattle, sheep, and horses roam leisurely here, making people feel as if they are on the grasslands of Xinjiang. Whether it is the trees in the lake or the vast grassland, Longkalai is an ideal place for photography enthusiasts. The natural scenery here is picturesque, and every place is full of vitality. Whether you look at it from a distance or up close, you can find different beauty. 🚶 **Hiking and Exploration** Although the steps of Longkalai are not as high as rumored, it is still a good challenge for hiking enthusiasts. It takes about ten minutes to walk up the mountain from the parking lot to overlook the entire scenic area. 📍Location: Longkalai, Debao County, Baise City, Guangxi Province 🚗Transportation: No direct bus, drive to "Longkalai" by navigation, and you will see the Qinglong Lake sign. The road is easy to drive. - 📷Photography Tips ▪️The local herdsmen's cattle and sheep graze leisurely on the meadow, and you will feel like you are in Xinjiang or western Sichuan. ▪️The light is better around 3-5 pm, and the photos are better. - 🌈Travel Tips 🔹No tickets are required, and there are no convenience stores. 🔹There is a small slope a few hundred meters away from the destination. If you can't drive up, park on the grass next to it. It takes 5-10 minutes to walk up, and it is easy to find. ⚠️ **Precautions** - Be sure to take your trash with you and keep the scenic area clean. - Since Longkalai is not fully developed, it is recommended to bring your own water and food. - Considering the strong sunlight, it is recommended to take sun protection measures. Longkalai, a hidden secret in the mountains of Guangxi, has become more and more people's "Shangri-La" with its unique natural scenery and tranquil environment. If you are also looking for a pure land away from the hustle and bustle, Longkalai is definitely worth a visit.