Scenic spot introduction:
The Gumiao River Scenic Area in the border town is said to have been transformed by the God of War Chi You, his men and his daughter. It is a natural oxygen bar full of legendary stories. The ancient Miao River is the mother river of the Miao people. It is praised as the "Pearl of the Mountains" by people. It has unique scenery, a blend of danger and beauty. It is a treasured Feng Shui place for summer vacation and provides people with a summer tourist destination.Attractions distribution:
Gumiao River is located in the southeast of Huayuan County, with mountains on its back and the national highway passing through it. There are towering peaks on both sides of the Gumiao River, and the boardwalk leads to the depths of the scenic spot, including the Baishui River, "The Lion Welcomes", "Chiyou's Patrol", "Heavenly Soldiers and Heavenly Generals", "Ten Thousand Volumes of Heavenly Books", and Qitiyan Waterfall. and other attractions. In the canyon, there are also ancient tombs, caves, ruins, etc. hidden, which are suitable for people to carry out adventure activities.Scenic spot qualifications:
Provincial scenic spotsScenic spot features:
Mountaineering, vacation, swimming, summer vacation, mythology, mountains, rivers, foreststravelling guideline:
Characteristic customs of Huayuan County: "March 3rd", "April 8th", "Dragon Boat Festival", "Autumn Festival", etc.
Best time to visit:
summer
Shopping recommendations:
(Shopping) Miao costumes and handicrafts.
Scenic spot location:
China>Hunan Province>Xiangxi Tujia and Miao Autonomous Prefecture>Huayuan County
How to get there:
Bus route: Take the minibus from Jishou Railway Station to Huayuan, the fare is 10 yuan, and the journey takes about two hours; or you can take the bus to Yongshun, Longshan, or Baojing and get off at Huayuan on the way. After arriving in Huayuan County, take a taxi from Ximen to Gumiao River Pier. The one-way chartered bus costs about 10 yuan and it takes 20 minutes to arrive. After arriving at the pier, you need to take a ferry to the scenic spot gate. The one-way fare is 3 yuan and it takes six to seven minutes.
Self-driving route: Leave the Baomao Expressway from the Malichang/Huayuan Town/G319 exit and drive along G319.
Scenic area map:
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Gumiao River ticket price:
11 yuan, including 1 yuan insurance fee.
Scenic area opening hours:
All day