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【Stunning! Que'niao Village in Guizhou, a Fairyland Hidden in the Clouds】

More rustic than Fenghuang, more serene than Thousand Households Miao Village! Que'niao Village in Guizhou is a secluded Dong ethnic hamlet surrounded by terraced fields and stilted houses. With sunrise cloud seas, starry skies, and drum towers, every shot is a masterpiece!📸 --- 🚗 Transportation Guide ✔️ Self-drive: About 4 hours from Guiyang, navigate to "Leishan County Que'niao Village." The last 20 minutes involve narrow mountain roads—caution for beginners. ✔️ Public transport: Take a high-speed train from Guiyang to Kaili South Station (40 mins), then a bus to Leishan County (1.5 hours), and charter a car to Que'niao Village (~¥80/vehicle). 🏡 Must-Do Experiences 1️⃣ Sunrise & Cloud Sea: Arrive at the village viewpoint by 5 AM for misty fairy-tale views☁️→📍Best spot: Take the path uphill near the drum tower! 2️⃣ Explore Century-Old Stilted Houses: Dong wooden architecture uses no nails—ask local elders for the "fir tree house" legend! 3️⃣ Terraced Field Hike: Golden rice fields in September are breathtaking! Wear comfortable shoes and hike 20 mins to the "Snail Terraces." 🍲 Foodie Radar 🔥 Must-try: Sour Fish Soup (most authentic at "Sister's House" in the village), sticky rice with grilled pork, wild plum wine🍶 ⚠️ Heads-up: Few commercial eateries—bring snacks, and book meals with villagers in advance! 📌 Pro Tips ✔️ Accommodation: Only 5 guesthouses—try "Cloudside Homestay" (~¥150/night off-season, with terrace views). ✔️ Best season: May–October; don’t miss the Dong "New Harvest Festival" in July🎉 ✔️ Note: Respect local customs (avoid stepping on drum tower hearths); pack layers for temperature swings! --- No entrance fees, no tourist crowds—just Dong folk songs, starry nights, and a slow life that makes you forget social media!💥 Visit before it goes viral~
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Posted: Jun 13, 2025
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