1February is already more than halfway over, and the Spring Festival is drawing nearer. Today, let’s share several domestic travel destinations that are perfect for visiting in2February. If you’re planning a trip during the Spring Festival holiday, you might want to consider these places.
Yunnan · Bingzhongluo
For outdoor enthusiasts, Bingzhongluo is a hiking paradise. Here you can hike up the mountains to see the majestic First Bend of the Nujiang River, or trek to the Puhua Temple,2where Tibetan Buddhist ceremonies are held before the Spring Festival. Or you can follow the classic “Bingzhongluo–Qiunatong” hiking route, which offers incredibly charming pastoral scenery, and in winter, you might even catch a rare sight of peach blossoms in the snow. What’s more, there are no entrance fees at any attractions in Bingzhongluo, making it a highly cost-effective destination for budget travelers.--The "Qiunan Tun" hiking route features incredibly charming pastoral scenery, and in winter, you might even catch a rare glimpse of peach blossoms against the snow. What’s more, there are no paid attractions within Bingzhongluo, making it a highly cost-effective "budget travel destination."
Hainan · Sanya
If Southeast Asia is not on your list, then Sanya is the most worthwhile coastal city in China to visit. It boasts crystal-clear seawater and long stretches of sandy beaches,2and February is when the weather in Sanya is at its most comfortable—though it’s also the peak tourist season. Places like Dadonghai and Wuzhizhou Island get quite lively. For a quieter and more private beach experience, consider visiting Xidao or Haitang Bay, both of which were developed later and offer a better-preserved environment.
Guangdong · Kaiping
Located in central-southern Guangdong Province, Kaiping is best known for its diverse styles of diaolou (watchtowers). Several diaolou in Zili Village gained fame for serving as filming locations for the movie “Let the Bullets Fly.” As a UNESCO World Heritage site, the Kaiping Diaolou complex has a long history, and almost every tower features its own unique characteristics and backstory.2February in Kaiping isn’t as hot as summer, nor as freezing as the minus ten or twenty degrees in the north. Standing atop a diaolou and looking out at the serene countryside and time-worn towers creates a uniquely rustic landscape that’s well worth savoring at a leisurely pace.
Yunnan · Yuanyang
The Yuanyang Rice Terraces are a masterpiece cultivated by the Hani people over generations. These terraces, built along the mountain slopes, spread out layer upon layer across the rolling hills, creating an awe-inspiring and magnificent sight.2February is the season when the terraces are irrigated, making it the best time for photography and sightseeing. Several scenic areas have been developed here, with popular photo spots such as Tiger Mouth, Duoyishu, and Bada, all must-visits for photographers, offering ample opportunities to capture stunning landscape photos.
Hebei · Yu County Nuquan Town
Though not widely known, Nuquan Town preserves very traditional and distinctive folk activities.2February marks the Spring Festival, during which the town hosts the historic “Shehuo” event—where molten iron is poured onto the ancient city walls, causing sparks to burst forth like glowing tree crowns, creating a dazzling and spectacular scene. This is the origin of the name “Tree Flower Beating.” This nearly-lost traditional art is now performed by only a handful of skilled artists. If you enjoy experiencing unique local customs during your travels, you definitely shouldn’t miss an incredible Tree Flower Beating performance.
Yunnan · Luoping
While the harsh winter lingers in the north, spring has already arrived in Luoping. Starting in late2February,20vast fields of rapeseed flowers spanning tens of thousands of acres burst into a boundless golden sea of blooms. The best spots to admire the rapeseed flowers are the Golden Rooster Peak northeast of Luoping County, where you can overlook the magnificent flower fields from the mountaintop, or Niujie Township in the northern part of the county, where the fields aren’t just a single shade of yellow but are intermingled with the colors of other vegetables and grains, creating an even more vibrant and colorful scene.
The Spring Festival holiday is great for traveling, but it’s even more important to spend quality time with family. If you’re traveling during this period, be sure to bring your loved ones along.~