Dahaiba Scenic Area

　　Located along the highway from Nayong County to Zhangjiawan, the Dahaiba Scenic Area is just a fifteen-minute drive away. Commonly known as the "Nanxun Holiday Village," it lies seven kilometers from the county seat and is a picturesque tourist destination blessed with lush mountains and clear waters, as well as a pleasant climate. Surrounded by rolling hills and vast bodies of water, the area is often shrouded in mist. Throughout the seasons, flowers bloom and green trees provide ample shade. In spring and autumn, azaleas, camellias, strawberry blossoms, and various wildflowers carpet the hillsides, dressing the Dahaiba Scenic Area like a charming young girl.

　　Approximately seven kilometers along the highway from the county to Zhangjiawan, a quiet forest path leads directly to the Dahaiba Scenic Area. The “Nanxun Holiday Village” here is surrounded by stretches of pine trees and uneven shrubbery. At the center of the holiday village lies the expansive “Shanchong Reservoir,” whose edges are lined with stone steps—perfect for fishing or leisurely strolls. A clear stream gently cascades down from the low hill on the right, its crystal-clear water creating a melodious sound as it splashes over the rocks, attracting birds, rabbits, and wild cats to drink. If you’re interested, you can rent fishing rods from the fish farm keepers and try your hand at angling, immersing yourself in the rustic charm of the countryside.

　　Due to seasonal changes and traditional festivals, tourism here varies between peak and off-peak seasons, with diverse and distinctive activities. Visitors can choose activities that suit their preferences. During spring outings, when red, yellow, and white azaleas bloom throughout the scenic area, groups of people come here for spring tours, fishing, and flower appreciation. On Dragon Boat Festival, visitors often come in the morning sunlight or evening glow to “walk to ward off illness.” It is said that on this day, everything has medicinal properties—if you eat wild fruits you’ve picked yourself, such as strawberries, hawthorn berries, and bayberries, and bathe in water boiled with Dahaiba’s wormwood and mugwort, you can ward off evil and avoid mosquito bites. On this day, carefree young men and women hide among the pine forests, expressing their affection through melodious mountain songs. Legend has it that in the 1970s, a young man surnamed Wang fell in love with a girl who looked like “Liu Sanjie” while serenading her. When he heard her sorrowful song revealing she was already promised to another, he became heartbroken and passed away from longing after returning home. Since then, his story of unwavering devotion has been passed down and celebrated in the Maochang area.

　　In the hot summer, you can invite a few friends or family to visit on the weekend, lie on the soft pine needles, gaze up at the towering pines and blue sky, listen to the cheerful calls of cuckoos, and take a refreshing dip in the “Shanchong Reservoir”—an experience full of joy. In the snowy winter, don’t miss the chance to visit the holiday village, as the entire scenic area is blanketed in white, offering a uniquely enchanting sight. Building snowmen, chasing rabbits, skiing, and taking photos are the main activities, drawing crowds of visitors. Especially on the fifteenth day of the first lunar month, the Dahaiba Scenic Area becomes especially lively. To honor deceased ancestors, descendants light lanterns for them on Lantern Festival, ensuring they too can enjoy a joyful holiday in “heaven.” When night falls, lanterns illuminate every hill around the scenic area, instantly transforming the tranquil night into a vibrant scene filled with fireworks, laughter, and playful shouts, making the nights at Dahaiba truly unforgettable.