Xunhe River Rafting

　　The Xunhe River is the largest tributary of the Han River, originating from the deep mountains of the Qinling Range. It maintains relatively stable water flow year-round, with clear water that alternates between gentle and rapid currents, winding through the landscape with numerous shoals and deep pools—making it highly suitable for water rafting activities. The rafting section is selected along the scenic stretch from Qingni Bay to the outer riverbank recreational area near Zhuerkang Avenue in Taiji City. This is a key tourism project in Taiji City, spanning a total length of 12 km. The route features many rapids and thrilling currents, offering both excitement and romance during the rafting experience.

　　Xunyang County derives its name from its location north of the Xunhe River. The river flows around the county, winding along the mountainous terrain with relatively wide waters and a riverbed scattered with large rocks, including numerous rapids and dangerous shoals. Groups of four or five people board 15 rubber rafts and set off downstream. Due to the swift current and abundant rocks in the water, the first rapid capsized six rafts, drawing bursts of laughter and exclamations. Since the water here is relatively shallow, no major dangers occurred. Some found one rapid not enough excitement and even had their boats carried back upstream to ride the rapid again.

　　When the rafting reaches a more open section of water, the first inflatable kayak starts playfully splashing water, initiating a water fight. Soon, under this provocation, an intense battle ensues among all the rafts—water splashes everywhere, and shouts and laughter fill the air. Everyone involved ends up drenched like a drowned rat, a scene no less lively than the Water-Splashing Festival of the Dai people. Water fights break out almost continuously along the entire rafting journey. Some call for a truce, others surrender, some opt for peaceful coexistence, while exhausted participants simply let others drench them at will. There are countless amusing anecdotes from these battles. If you haven’t reached the end of the rafting trip yet, the exciting scenes of these water fights will keep coming nonstop.