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One trip is never enough! The ultimate guide to Xijiang Qianhu Miao Village 🎉 Hey everyone 👋, Xijiang Qianhu Miao Village is truly amazing👍, with its unique stilt houses and dazzling lights creating a picturesque scene😍, captivating countless visitors💕. Here's a super detailed travel guide👏 to help you unlock the unique charm of Miao Village✨! 🎈Transportation Guide🎈 🚄High-speed Rail: Arrive at Kaili South Railway Station🚉, purchase tickets🎫 at the ticket office on the left side of the station exit or at the passenger transport center, and take a bus to the north gate of Miao Village. The journey takes about 40 mins and costs CNY 35/person. From Miao Village to Kaili South, the fare is CNY 25/person. You can also carpool🚗 for around CNY 40/person, with a travel time of about 50 mins. Carpooling is flexible but choose a reliable service😉. 🚌Bus: Depart from Kaili Bus Station at the top of the hour. The journey takes about 1 hr and costs CNY 16/person, arriving at Xijiang Qianhu Miao Village Tourist Passenger Transport Station (North Gate)🚏. 🚍Scenic Express Bus: Departing from Guiyang, you can take an express bus from Guiyang, Zhenyuan Ancient Town, and other locations. Purchase tickets on mini-programs such as “Xijiang Qianhu Miao Village” for direct access to the scenic area🚎. 🚗Self-drive: Navigate to “Xijiang Qianhu Miao Village Scenic Area”🚏. If entering from Kaili Expressway, park at the West Gate Ecological Parking Lot after exiting the Xijiang toll station and walk to the West Gate Tourist Service Center to enter the scenic area. If entering from Langxi Line (Sanke Tree - Langli - Xijiang), park at the North Gate Parking Lot and walk to the North Gate Tourist Service Center to enter the scenic area. You can also transfer to the free shuttle bus at Changrong Parking Lot. Note: The expressway exit is closer to the West Gate, while the national highway is closer to the North Gate. Choose your route accordingly. In 2024, self-driving tourists from outside the province will enjoy a 50% discount🎉! 🎈Travel Guide🎈 🎫Ticket Information: Full price tickets are CNY 90/person. It is recommended to purchase tickets in advance on the “One Code Tour Guizhou” mini-program to save queuing time🕐. Sightseeing bus tickets are CNY 20/person, including 4 rides. Each additional ride costs CNY 5💰. 🎯Travel Routes: - One-day Tour: Arrive at the scenic area in the morning and participate in the Twelve-Course Gate-Blocking Wine Ceremony (10:30 - 12:00) to experience the warm hospitality😘; visit the Miao Nationality Museum to learn about the history and culture📖; enjoy local delicacies such as sour soup fish for lunch😋; stroll through Lusheng Square in the afternoon and visit the Pastoral Sightseeing Area to admire the idyllic scenery🌾; ascend the viewing platform in the evening to overlook the dazzling night view🌃, and experience the Long Table Banquet (starting at 18:30)😎. - Two-day Tour: On the first day, arrive at Miao Village in the morning and head to the viewing platform for a panoramic view, then stroll and take photos📸 on the No. 1 Wind and Rain Bridge; visit the museum in the afternoon to learn about history📚; enjoy the night view and experience the nightlife at a bar🎇. Wake up early on the second day to see Miao Village shrouded in morning mist🌫, then go to the Dongyin Viewing Platform; experience handicraft making or watch a song and dance performance in the afternoon; take photos at the No. 5 Wind and Rain Bridge before heading back🚗. 🚌Sightseeing Bus Route: After entering the scenic area from the West or North Gate, the sightseeing bus can take you directly to the main attractions: North Gate➡️Small North Gate (experience Miao Village customs); No. 1 Wind and Rain Bridge➡️Viewing Platform (uphill, panoramic view); Viewing Platform➡️No. 1 Wind and Rain Bridge (downhill, in-depth understanding of Miao architecture and culture); Small North Gate➡️North Gate. 🎈Recommended Photo Spots🎈 - Viewing Platform: The best spot to capture a panoramic view of Miao Village. At sunrise and sunset, the golden sunlight casts a magical glow on the stilt houses, creating stunning photos😜. - Wind and Rain Bridges: Each of the six Wind and Rain Bridges has its own unique characteristics. At night, the lights illuminate the bridges, creating beautiful reflections that are easy to capture📸. Take photos on or near the bridges, with the bridges and market as the backdrop, for a perfect atmosphere🤩. - Drum Towers: The Lituan Drum Tower and the Drifang Rentuan Drum Tower are popular photo spots. During festivals, there are intangible cultural heritage activities, creating a lively atmosphere. Capture the ancient architecture and joyful moments😄. - Tie-dye Workshop: Full of artistic atmosphere, with picturesque scenery of small bridges, flowing water, and traditional houses, combined with the tie-dye craft, it's a great place for photos, and you can also experience the fun of tie-dyeing😏. - Tile Rooftops: Inside the hotel opposite Bridge No. 1 (some require collaboration with Trip Moments agencies to enter), capture the dreamy night view🌃 as the lights of Miao Village come on in the evening. - Carpet Area: A dedicated photography area next to the rooftops, where photographers have prepared cushions and mats for comfortable and relaxing photos😃. - Performance Square: After the 8pm performance, the square opens up. Stand on the outer ring of the circle to capture the encompassing feel of the square, creating a powerful image😎. - Miao Village Mountaintop: Stay at a mountaintop hotel and take photos from the mountaintop viewing platform for a wide view of the entire Miao Village😜. 🎈Accommodation Recommendations: 👉Near the Viewing Platform: This location is truly amazing😎, offering panoramic views of Miao Village right from your window. The night view is stunning, perfect for taking photos📷, a must for photography enthusiasts. However, prices are higher during peak season, and it can be crowded and noisy. 👉Mid-mountain: Enjoy good views and escape the crowds and noise, offering a peaceful stay🤗. However, there are many steps up and down the mountain, so be careful when traveling. It's inconvenient to carry luggage, so pack light🧳. 👉Near the Small North Gate: Super convenient for getting around🚶, close to the sightseeing bus stop, with complete surrounding facilities, convenient for dining and shopping. Perfect for those seeking convenience👍. 🎈Food Recommendations: 👉Sour Soup Fish🐟: A must-try in Miao Village. Fresh local grass carp is cooked in Miao-style sour soup with chili, garlic, ginger, and other spices. The taste is delicious, sour, spicy, and appetizing, leaving you wanting more😋. 👉Miao King Fish🐟: Fresh carp marinated in special sauce and cooked with spring onions, ginger, garlic, and other spices. The fish is tender, smooth, and flavorful😍. 👉Long Table Banquet🥘: A Miao specialty feast with a variety of dishes, including sour soup fish, Guzang meat, glutinous rice, and more. Guests sit together, enjoying the food and Miao song and dance performances, creating a fantastic atmosphere and a full Miao culinary experience🤩. 👉Black Hairy Pork Skewers🍖: Firm meat, grilled to perfection, fragrant, and affordable. Enjoy them while strolling through Miao Village, experiencing the local atmosphere🎇. 👉Miao-style Glutinous Rice Cakes🍘: Soft, glutinous, and sweet, available in various flavors such as original, sesame, and red bean paste. Perfect as a snack anytime😜. 👉Miao Glutinous Rice🍚: Soft, glutinous, and nutritious, served with pickled vegetables, minced meat, and other side dishes for a rich and layered flavor🤤. Everyone, Qianhu Miao Village awaits your visit💕!