"Cool Capital" Summer Escape and Immortal Cultivation Guide

Attention all heat-averse friends! If you're still relying on air conditioning to survive, it means you haven't been to **Liupanshui**—China's only "Cool Capital," with an average summer temperature of 19°C and skiing available in winter, earning it the nickname "Little Switzerland of Guizhou." Here, you can not only escape the heat but also experience the joy of "walking in the mountains with cool breezes chasing you." Ready to start a trip so cold you'll want to wear thermal pants? --- First Stop: Wumeng Grassland - Guizhou's "Where the Wind Blows the Grass and You See Cattle and Sheep" Plus Version Think grasslands are only in Inner Mongolia? Too young! Liupanshui’s Wumeng Grassland sits at 2,500 meters elevation. When the wind blows, the grass waves like the sea, cattle and sheep stroll, and you—might be blown to question your life choices. Travel Tips: ✅ Horseback Riding: Pretend you're a grassland hero, but don’t ride too fast—beware the horse might think you're too heavy and quit halfway. ✅ Cloud Sea Sunrise: Not for the late risers, but if you get up, congrats—you’ll win the photography contest on social media. ✅ Windmill Array Check-in: Huge white windmills, every snap looks like "Dutch style." Post with the caption: "In Europe, just got off the cattle cart." --- Second Stop: Yushe National Forest Park - Natural Air Conditioning Room 20°C in summer, skiing in winter—Yushe is Liupanshui’s "Four Seasons Mystery Box," full of surprises! How to Enjoy: 🌲 Forest Hiking: Super high negative oxygen ions, take a deep breath and your lungs will say, "Thank you, boss." ❄️ Winter Skiing: Southerners can ski too! You might fall more than ski, but happiness is all that matters! 🏕️ Camping and Stargazing: Lie down at night to watch stars; if lucky, catch a shooting star. Remember to wish, "No traffic jams tomorrow." --- Third Stop: Zangke River - Liupanshui’s "Little Three Gorges" Not the Yangtze Three Gorges, but the scenery is just as stunning! Take a boat ride, with green mountains facing each other on both sides and emerald-green water—every shot looks like a "National Geographic" cover. Must-Do Activities: 🚤 Boat Tour: Pretend to be an ancient scholar and recite a poem: "Ah, such mountains! Ah, such waters!" (If culture is lacking, just sigh.) 🎣 Fisherman’s Paradise: Catching fish isn’t important; looking cool and snapping photos quickly is. 🏄 Water Sports: Kayaking, jet skiing—thrilling fun, but don’t get too wild or your phone might "commit suicide" in the river. --- Fourth Stop: Minghu Wetland Park - The "Wizard of Oz" in the City Don’t want to travel far? Come to **Minghu Wetland Park** for walking, cycling, or daydreaming—perfect for a "lazy wellness trip." Recommended Activities: 🚴 Lake Cycling: Rent a bike and ride slowly, pretending to be an artsy youth, but don’t go too fast or you’ll miss the roadside ice jelly stalls. 📸 Rainbow Bridge Check-in: The curved rainbow bridge is a popular photo spot. Strike a pose like "I miss you from Liupanshui," pretending to be melancholic. 🦆 Watch Wild Ducks Play: They swim more leisurely than you go to work. After watching, you might want to quit your job and become a duck. --- Fifth Stop: Jiucaiping - Cloud Flower Sea, Guizhou’s Peak This is Guizhou’s highest peak, Jiucaiping. From August to September, the mountains are covered with chive flowers (don’t mistake them for hot pot ingredients), a breathtaking sea of purplish-red flowers. Travel Tips: 🌄 Summit Sunrise: At 2,900 meters, climbing requires some stamina, but the sunrise moment makes life worth it. 📷 Photo Heaven: Flower sea + cloud sea, every shot looks ethereal. Wear a white dress and pretend to be a "flower fairy." ⚠️ Wind Protection and Warmth: The summit is windy; dress warmly or you might end up looking like a "wind-tossed emoji." --- Liupanshui "Cold Facts" Bonus ❄️ Bring a jacket in summer: Yes, nights here can be so cold you’ll want a down jacket. Don’t ask how I know. 🍜 Food Recommendations: Shuicheng Lamb Noodles: Fresh broth and tender meat, add chili yourself. Start mild or you might "breathe fire." Griddle Pot: Local specialty, grill and eat at the same time—perfect for "lazy barbecue lovers." Ice Jelly: The ultimate heat-relief treat, with hawthorn and raisins, sweet to the heart. 🚗 Transportation Tips: - High-speed rail direct to "Liupanshui Station." Taxis in the city are affordable, but for scenic spots, car rental or self-driving is recommended (mountain roads, experienced drivers preferred). --- Summary: Liupanshui, a place that makes you "addicted to cold" Here you can: ✅ Escape the heat in summer, ski in winter ✅ Run on grasslands, take photos in flower seas ✅ Boat on rivers, breathe forest oxygen ✅ Eat lamb noodles, drink ice jelly, and feel like an immortal So, what are you waiting for? Pack your bags and come to Liupanshui to "freeze" yourself! (Remember to bring a jacket, don’t say I didn’t warn you!) 😎❄️