Free Karst Attractions | Yingxi Peak Forest

| Yingxi Peak Forest. 📍[Route] We visited the Cave Fairyland in the morning (see previous post). After lunch, we visited several free natural attractions. Xiao Zhaozhou Bridge → Linpo Ancestral Temple (15-min drive) → Heshun Karst Cave (2-min drive/20-min walk) → Guanyin Valley (6-min drive) ✨ Self-driving recommended --- 🔹Xiao Zhaozhou Bridge - Ancient bridge in an ink painting 🚗 Navigate to "Gongzheng Village, Huanghua Town". Free parking available by the bridge. ✔️We arrived at around 2 pm. There were some tourists, but not many. The bridge is small and surrounded by karst peaks. The reflection of the bridge and the peaks in the water is a sight to behold. ⚠️ Lower your expectations and you may be pleasantly surprised. The scenery is perfect for taking photos in Hanfu. 🔹Linpo Ancestral Temple - 600-year-old temple 🕙Open 7:00 am–5:30 pm. Free entry. ⚠️Note: No photos allowed in the temple! The century-old banyan tree at the entrance is impressive. You can ask for a peace charm (donation required). The backyard is home to a group of Qing Dynasty steles, which history buffs will love! There is also a real outdoor rock climbing area. We saw someone online who had booked a rock climbing coach to bring their kids here to climb. 🧗🏻‍♀️ 🔹Heshun Karst Cave - Full of adventure 🔦Bring a flashlight! 🌊Real experience: An undeveloped karst cave! The stalactites are within reach. The cave is dark inside, so be careful if you are timid. 🔹Guanyin Valley There is a temple, but we didn't go in. The valley is surrounded by mountains, and it feels like you are deep in the mountains. The mountains are within reach, and the area is very open. It is a large natural oxygen bar. ⚠️It is just a place to visit, and children may find it boring. --- ⚠️Tips ✅No lighting in the cave! Bring a strong flashlight and avoid rainy days (prone to flooding). ✅Wear non-slip sneakers! Most of the roads are gravel. ✅No shops nearby! Bring your own food and water. ❌Although these are free, niche attractions, we still saw tour groups! It is best to avoid weekends! Compared to the paid attractions of Fenglin Xiaozhen and Cave Fairyland, these free attractions are more natural and wild. Although they are not as refined and do not have as many activities, you can enjoy beautiful scenery along the way! You can visit all of the above attractions in 2 hours. If you have time, you can go for a walk!