Scenic spot introduction:

The source of the Pearl River refers to the source of the Pearl River, integrating natural and cultural landscapes. It is located at the foothills of Maxiong Mountain in Zhanyi County, Qujing City, Yunnan Province. As early as three hundred years ago, the footprints of Xu Xiake, a traveler from the Ming Dynasty, were left behind. The mountains and rivers here are beautiful, the water is enchanting, the forest coverage rate is over 90%, and the natural landscape is unforgettable. The rhododendron trees all over the mountain are several meters high. Every late spring and early summer, the azaleas bloom in brilliant purples and reds.

Attractions distribution:

The scenic spot is 2,158 meters above sea level and covers an area of ​​12 square kilometers. It has five wonders: mountains, water, trees, caves and flowers. More than 20 scenic spots such as the main source of the Pearl River, the big tree azalea area, Fudi Pine, Longxi Stream, the best chessboard in the world, the best compass in the world, Zhuyuan Zen Temple, the first waterfall on the Pearl River, and Xiake Thatched Cottage form the source of the Pearl River. Gorgeous and unique natural and cultural landscapes.

Scenic spot qualifications:

National 4A-level scenic spots, provincial scenic spots, national forest parks

Scenic spot features:

Photography, hiking, rafting, sightseeing, summer vacation, vacation, historic sites, parks, forests, rivers, waterfalls
Attraction Address
Travel Guide

Tour route:

(Visit route) Pearl River Source Gate (starting point) → Longxi Stream → The best compass in the world → The best chessboard in the world → The source of the Pearl River →

The first waterfall of the Pearl River → Zhuyuan Stele → Pearl River Source Stone Archway → Xiake Thatched Cottage → Zhuyuan Temple→ Lantana Flower→

Fudi Pine→ Longxi Stream→ Dishui Lake→ Wild Bamboo Forest

Best time to visit:

Suitable for all seasons.

Shopping recommendations:

(Local specialties): Zhanyi angelica, Zhanyi spicy chicken, yellow goat, Zhanyi sturgeon, Zhanyi platycodon, etc.

Tourist Transportation

Scenic spot location:

China>Yunnan Province>Qujing City>Zhanyi District

How to get there:

Take bus No. 3 or 33 in Qujing City to Zhanyi Passenger Transport Station. After exiting the station, walk 300 meters in the direction of Zhanyi No. 1 Middle School.

Take the special line to the Pearl River Source Scenic Area at the entrance of No. 1 Middle School. By car, the fare is between 15-20.

In addition, during holidays, the Qilin District Public Transport Company has special tourist buses to and from the source of the Pearl River.

Scenic area map:

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Attraction Tickets

Pearl River Source Ticket Price:

The ticket price is 40 yuan.

Scenic area opening hours:

Open all day.

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