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The following is a Trip.com travel guide for the Nizhu River Grand Canyon: Pre-trip Preparation - Documents: Bring your ID card and other valid documents. Students and seniors can purchase discounted tickets with their IDs. - Clothing: Prepare long-sleeved jackets for spring and fall, and light and breathable clothing for summer. Also, bring sun protection products such as sunscreen, sunglasses, and sun hats. Pay attention to keeping warm in winter. - Other items: Prepare comfortable and non-slip shoes. You can also bring snacks, water, a power bank, a camera, etc. Transportation Guide - Self-driving: Starting from Kunming or Guiyang, navigate to "Nizhu River Grand Canyon Scenic Area." - Public transportation: You can first go to Xuanwei City or Liupanshui City, and then take a special bus from the local bus station to the scenic area entrance. - Internal connection: There are electric cars from the scenic area entrance to the core scenic spots. It costs CNY 20 for a one-way trip. You can also choose to walk, which is about 3 km. Ticket Information - Adult ticket: CNY 80/person, including access to the basic trail. - Discounted ticket: CNY 40/person, applicable to students, seniors, etc. You need to purchase tickets with your ID. Tour Route - One-day tour route: Starting from the visitor center, take the Qingyun Ladder sightseeing elevator directly to the middle of the canyon, then walk along the cliff plank road to the Cloud End Glass Bridge to experience the thrill of high altitude, then go to the 520 Viewing Platform to overlook the entire canyon, and finally follow the canyon trail to admire the natural landscapes such as streams and waterfalls. - Two-day tour route: On the first day, visit the core area of the canyon, including the attractions on the one-day tour route mentioned above. At night, camp in the scenic area or stay in a B&B to enjoy the night view. On the second day, take the canyon crossing line, go deep into the primeval forest, watch the waterfall group, and explore more natural beauty. Accommodation Recommendations - Inside the scenic area: There is Mengjing Nizhu River Resort Hotel, etc. The facilities are good, but the price is higher. There is also a camping site, which costs CNY 100/tent. - Around the scenic area: There are B&Bs in Puli Township and other places, with prices ranging from CNY 100–300/night. Food Recommendations - Scenic area restaurant: Provides all kinds of home-cooked dishes in a comfortable environment. You can replenish your energy between visits. - Farmhouse: There are farmhouses near the entrance of the scenic area where you can taste local specialties such as sour soup fish and cured meat fried with bracken. Precautions - It is forbidden to climb undeveloped areas. Beware of falling rocks and slips. Do not act alone. It is recommended to travel with companions or hire a guide. - During the rainy season, the river water rises sharply, and some trails are temporarily closed. Pay attention to the scenic area's notices before traveling. - Take your trash with you, protect the native vegetation, avoid making noise, and reduce disturbance to wild animals.