Qianxinan Attractions

Qianxinan, an autonomous prefecture under the jurisdiction of Guizhou province in China, has a strong ethnic minority customs, beautiful mountains and rivers, fascinating scenery, and abundant tourism resources, including the national scenic spots of Maling river canyon, Wanfenglin, Wanfeng Lake. Qianxinan prefecture is the typical representative of cone-shaped karst geology and landform in the world. There are also unique natural sceneries like Xianheping(仙鹤坪), Sancha River(三岔河) in Zhenfeng county, Zhaodi Dyke scenic area in Anlong County and Yunhu Mountain(云湖山) in Xingyi, etc. Qianxinan prefecture has a long history and a considerable number of historical sites, including Guizhou dragon fossil group, "Xingyi people" ancient humans cultural site, Yelang cultural sites, tomb of 18 courtiers(十八先生墓 historical site in Ming dynasty), imperial palace of Yongli(永历皇宫), twenty-four turns in Qinglong county(晴隆二十四道拐 relics of Anti-Japanese war), the former residence of He Yingqin, Liu family's manor, Bishan academy and so on.

Qianxinan Buyi and Miao Autonomous Prefecture (黔西南布依族苗族自治州) occupies the southwestern corner of Guizhou, bordering Yunnan and Guangxi. The prefecture is best known for cone-shaped karst peaks, deep river canyons, waterfalls, plateau lakes, Buyi villages, Miao culture, historic towns and mountain-engineering landmarks.

By late 2025, Qianxinan officially reported 48 A-rated tourist attractions, including one National 5A Tourist Attraction and 15 National 4A Tourist Attractions. Wanfenglin Scenic Area (万峰林景区) became the prefecture’s first 5A attraction at the end of 2024.

The natural core of the prefecture is Xingyi UNESCO Global Geopark, admitted to the UNESCO Global Geoparks network in March 2024. It includes the immense peak forest of Wanfenglin, the waterfall-filled Malinghe River Canyon and internationally important Late Triassic marine reptile and fish fossils. UNESCO records more than 20,000 karst peaks in the Wanfenglin area and more than 100 seasonal waterfalls in Malinghe Canyon during periods of heavy rainfall.

Qianxinan is also home to the southern end of the Huajiang Grand Canyon Bridge (花江峡谷大桥). The bridge crosses the Beipan River between Zhenfeng County in Qianxinan and Guanling County in Anshun. Opened on September 28, 2025, it rises 625 metres above the river and has become a major bridge-tourism and adventure-sports destination.

Top 15 Tourist Attractions in Qianxinan

The following is an editorial ranking for first-time visitors rather than an official government ranking. It considers scenery, cultural importance, accessibility, visitor experience and suitability for a wider Qianxinan tour.

Xingyi City Tourist Attractions

Xingyi City (兴义市) is the prefectural capital and the main accommodation and transport base. Its attractions form the most developed tourism cluster in Qianxinan, centred on the landscapes and fossil heritage of Xingyi UNESCO Global Geopark.

Xingren City Tourist Attractions

Xingren City (兴仁市) combines alpine grassland, Miao and Buyi villages, wellness tourism and archaeological heritage. Fangmaping is its best-known attraction, while Liyuba and Yipin Tianyuan provide quieter cultural and leisure experiences.

Anlong County Tourist Attractions

Anlong County (安龙县) is one of Qianxinan’s strongest historical destinations. It combines the centuries-old Zhaodi embankment and lotus landscape with Nanming heritage, forests, caves and mountain outdoor sports. The official county tourism directory highlights Zhaodi, Xianheping, Dushan and the Karst Art Museum among its leading visitor resources.

Zhenfeng County Tourist Attractions

Zhenfeng County (贞丰县) is emerging as Qianxinan’s centre for bridge tourism, canyon recreation and karst landmarks. Its principal tourism cluster includes Huajiang Grand Canyon Bridge, Shuangrufeng, Sancha River, Beipan River Grand Canyon and Zhenfeng Ancient Town.

The bridge itself crosses the administrative boundary between Zhenfeng County and Guanling County, so travellers may enter different observation and service areas depending on their route.

Qinglong County Tourist Attractions

Qinglong County (晴隆县) is best known for wartime transportation history and its Yi and Miao cultural heritage. The county’s tourism development is centred on the Twenty-Four Turns road and Ameiqituo Town, supported by Annan Ancient Town and Guangzhao Lake.

Pu’an County Tourist Attractions

Pu’an County (普安县) is promoted as an ancient tea-growing region and a major tea-culture destination in western Guizhou. Its official tourism resources include tea gardens, old tea trees, waterfalls, lakes, caves and archaeological remains.

Ceheng County Tourist Attractions

Ceheng County (册亨县) is one of the prefecture’s strongest areas for traditional Buyi culture. The county identifies Wanchongshan as its leading scenic attraction, supported by Beinai, Banwan and other cultural villages.

Wangmo County Tourist Attractions

Wangmo County (望谟县) offers a warmer, lower-elevation landscape dominated by rivers, lakeside villages, tropical and subtropical agriculture and Buyi culture. Its officially promoted attractions include Zhexiang, Sanglang Qixing, Xintun Buyi Village and Jiaona’s tea countryside.

How to Choose the Best Qianxinan Attractions

For a first visit, spend two or three days in Xingyi exploring Wanfenglin, Malinghe Canyon and Wanfeng Lake. Travellers with an additional two days can continue to Zhenfeng and Anlong for Huajiang Grand Canyon Bridge, Shuangrufeng and Zhaodi.

History-focused visitors should add Qinglong, while tea and wellness travellers can combine Pu’an and Xingren. Ceheng and Wangmo are more suitable for repeat visitors, cultural groups and travellers seeking less commercialized Buyi villages and river landscapes.

The most balanced introductory route is:

Xingyi – Wanfenglin – Malinghe River Canyon – Wanfeng Lake – Anlong – Zhenfeng – Huajiang Grand Canyon Bridge