A State-Level Hidden Retreat, My Weekend Nestled Among Mountains and Waters

At the foot of Baiyun Mountain, a 5A scenic area in Guangzhou, lies Mingquan Residence. Nestled among mountains and waters, it offers a natural oxygen bar with 280,000 square meters of green gardens. It unfolds a paradise before my eyes, Two days and one night of relaxation can heal all my troubles. The ritual of escaping the hustle and bustle begins by passing through three gates: Through the first gate, we walk past a row of bamboo; Through the second gate, we circle around the lake to reach the hotel entrance. Through the third gate, I push open the door to my secluded dwelling. Outside the dual balconies of my suite, My eyes take in mountain views, lake scenery, and blooming plumeria flowers. Eager to immerse myself in this living painting, I take a stroll by the lakeside under trees, and we arrive at the Tingyu Pavilion tea room. Ordering a pot of fine tea, watching the natural landscape through floor-to-ceiling windows, time slows down. After recent renovations, the hotel's design reflects its unique Chinese aesthetics and attitude of blending with nature at every turn. The infinity pool and the century-old small-leaf banyan tree provide perfect backdrops for your life's memorable photos. Dinner at Pin Ju Restaurant, After relaxing body and mind, nourishing with healthy food makes everything perfect. With an executive chef who previously worked at Michelin Guide restaurants and various international hotel brands, The Cantonese cuisine with Lingnan characteristics is especially outstanding. Truly, you haven't experienced Guangzhou's food culture until you've dined here.