Identity summary
2 to 5 days
Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
Recommended car
City · River · Nature · Heritage
Good accessibility
Sweet rhythm
General presentation
Anshun et Huangguoshu
Powerful waterfalls, karst caves and fortified villages surround Anshun in the western part of Guizhou.
Huangguoshu Cascade, Anshun Historic Centre and Tianlong Tunpu Village give the most telling landmarks of Anshun and Huangguoshu. Together, they form a destination where urban life, riverscapes, natural spaces and heritage meet, with atmospheres that change over the course of the stages rather than just one uniform decor.
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For a stay of 2 to 5 days, a quiet rhythm works well. Also to be anticipated: conditions to be checked according to the season. A car is usually the easiest way to connect the different sectors. The main sites are generally easy to access.
Strengths and constraints
Strengths
- Huangguoshu Cascade
- Historic centre of Anshun
- Village of Tianlong Tunpu
Before you choose
- Car often useful
- Conditions to be checked by season
Places worth visiting
A selection to start dreaming and organizing the stay — not an exhaustive list of everything there is to see.
Waterfall
Cascade de Huangguoshu
One of the largest waterfalls in Asia is discovered from several levels and by a cave behind the water curtain. The season, wind and water level greatly alter the experience; we must also respect the fragile banks and any local restrictions.
Culture and heritage
Centre historique d'Anshun
Streets, markets and old buildings recall the role of Anshun On the roads from Guizhou to Yunnan. An early visit allows you to better observe local usages and the details of the place, while avoiding some of the groups and traffic.
Village
Village de Tianlong Tunpu
Stone houses and local traditions are associated with communities installed as garrisons under the Ming. An early visit to the site allows you to better observe local usages and the details of the place, while avoiding some of the groups and traffic.
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