Hundred-Mile Gallery of the Wujiang River Source

　　The wide, clear waters at the source of the Wujiang River link two national key scenic areas: the “Most Beautiful Cave in China” — Zhijindong Cave, and Jiudongtian, known as the “Encyclopedia of China’s Karst Landforms.” The majestic rocks along the Wujiang banks form picturesque scenes such as the Water West Maiden, Heavenly Bamboo Peaks, Swan Playing in Water, and Roc Spreading Its Wings. Boating downstream, you can also see distinctive local homes rich in ethnic flavor.

　　Introduction

　　The thousand-li-long Wujiang River originates from the Wumeng Mountain Range. Its northern headstream, the Liuchong River, and southern headstream, the Sancha River, both rise from Weining Yi Autonomous County in western Guizhou, the highest-altitude area in the region. After flowing through deep gorges for hundreds of kilometers, the two headstreams finally converge to form the Wujiang River.

　　Dongfeng Lake

　　Dongfeng Lake, the divine masterpiece of the “Wujiang River Gallery,” boasts enchanting scenery that combines towering gorges, serene lakes, karst caves, and cascading waterfalls. It has long been praised as “mountains rivaling the Three Gorges but with superior waters, and waters resembling those of the Li River but with grander peaks.” Its winding 11 bends hold a majestic beauty, a lifelike elegance, and a meandering charm.

　　Huawu Miao Village

　　Forty minutes upstream along Dongfeng Lake lies a Miao village hailed as the “Hometown of Miao Song and Dance in Guizhou Province.” Nestled beneath Suntzer Rock by Dongfeng Lake, Huawu Miao Village retains its unique Miao ethnic customs to this day. Here, you can experience distinctive ethnic dances such as the “Lusheng Fist Dance” and “Stool Fist Dance.”

　　As you enter the village, hospitable Miao locals, dressed in their finest attire, greet you at the entrance with lusheng music, Miao songs, and bowls of rice wine. Strolling through the village, you’ll hear the melodious tunes of the lusheng dance and awe-inspiring a cappella multipart singing. Various unique ethnic dances such as the “Lusheng Fist Dance” and “Stool Fist Dance” can be seen everywhere. After enjoying the ethnic performances, you can also savor delicious farm-style dishes like cured pork and sour soup tofu pudding.

　　Ticket Information & Opening Hours No admission fee. However, boating on the Wujiang River source costs 60 RMB per person (round trip), with each one-way trip taking about 1 hour.

　　Transportation

　　Though the Hundred-Mile Gallery is stunningly beautiful, transportation to and from the area is somewhat limited, making it more suitable for self-driving trips:

　　From Guiyang — You can choose either Guihuang Highway via Qingzhen, or Gui-Bi Highway via Qianxi County, then enter via National Highway 321.

　　From Chongqing/Sichuan — You can enter via Zunyi-Chongqing Expressway or Da-Na Highway.

　　Food, Accommodation & Shopping Local specialties include Kung Pao Chicken, bamboo fungus delicacies, Miao cuisine, buckwheat jelly, and Qianxi yellow glutinous rice cake, which can be sampled at Tiangu Villa (located 1 km from the entrance of Zhijindong Cave). You can order à la carte or opt for a set meal at 150–200 RMB per table. Accommodation is also available at Tiangu Villa, with standard rooms priced between 120–160 RMB. When night falls, a WuMeng Welcome Bonfire Party is held.