Jiupaojie Scenic Area

Jiupaojie Scenic Area

Jiupaojie Scenic Area is a national AAA-level tourist attraction.

It earned its name from the nine distinct waterfalls within the area, each roaring like a beast, and is hailed as the “King of Waterfalls in the South of the Yangtze.”

Nestled among the mountains of western Zhejiang and embraced by hills and waters, the scenic zone features nine cascading waterfalls of varying sizes and heights — a rare sight in the southern regions of the Yangtze.

Since its development in 2006, the site has become another must-visit highlight in the Qiandao Lake area, second only to the Qiandao Lake Central Island scenic area.

Introduction

Jiupaojie Scenic Area consists of three main sightseeing zones: Shiyuan Gorge, Shangxi Ancient Village, and Gancao Bay Waterfall Cluster.

Shiyuan Gorge

Known for its spectacular canyon scenery, the gorge stretches about 2 kilometers. Visitors can take a boat upstream, admire the waterfalls, explore deep pools, and walk along plank trails.

Shangxi Ancient Village

This area centers around Shangxi Village, home to nearly 300 residents, most of whom have the surname Wang. Legend has it that they are descendants of the Eastern Han Dynasty’s great calligrapher Wang Xizhi, who sought refuge here to escape war and have thrived ever since. The village houses the Wang Family Ancestral Hall, an “E” character calligraphy stele, and more. It still maintains a self-sufficient small-scale farming economy and traditional folk customs.

Gancao Bay Waterfall Cluster

Located in a vast valley to the west of Shangxi Village, this area spans over ten Chinese miles and features eight large and small waterfalls. Each waterfall is spaced around 300 to 500 meters apart, showcasing diverse forms and breathtaking scenery.

Ticket & Opening Hours

Admission is 60 RMB, and the vehicle fee is 8 RMB per person. Children under 1.2 meters enter free; those between 1.2 and 1.4 meters pay half price; and children over 1.4 meters pay the full fare.