Guiyang Huaxi -- The Scenic Beauty of Qian-Gui

Author: Xu Jiaguo
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Publish Date: 2005-03-01
Features: Huaxi Park, its major feature is "four mountains surrounding one water, one water connecting four mountains," with mountains winding around water and complementing each other. Tianhe possesses the grandeur of Huangguoshu Waterfall, the uniqueness of Longgong, and the beauty of Huaxi, integrating cascading waterfalls, flowing springs, strange rocks, and mysterious caves. Here, the mountains surround the water, the water is clear, and the mountains are lush, with layered ponds. Along the Huaxi River, several small hills stand out unevenly or rise isolated, or wind along in a continuous line. During the Qing Dynasty, local gentry built pavilions on the mountains, planted flowers and trees, and created water by damming. With a pool of emerald water, Huaxi stretches for miles, hence it is also called "Ten-Mile River Beach" by visitors. It includes attractions such as "Ten-Mile River Beach," "Tianhe," "Qingyan Ancient Town," and "Qitaotian," forming a scenic area of over ten square kilometers. From Crab Well to Huaxi Bridge, the section of Huaxi features lush mountains and clear water, with enchanting scenery. Although it is a park, it is renowned for its real mountains and real water. The mountains here, after years of weathering and calcification, are uneven and appear rugged, yet their shapes are unique and captivating. The water winds around the mountains, flowing through the entire park. Amidst lush trees and exotic flowers, visitors can walk along the mountain paths, pass through caves, delve deeper, cross the Huaxi Riverbed, and listen closely to the sound of flowing water—a rare experience. Between Snake Mountain and Turtle Mountain, separated by water, a bridge spans the water, leading to the hidden and secluded Bicun Cave. Immersed there, one feels as if cut off from the mortal world, another rare experience. The Baibu Bridge over the Huaxi River has stone steps that wind along the water, with each step slightly above the surface. From a distance, it appears as if visitors are walking on the emerald water. Moreover, one must pass one step at a time, and the reflections in the water look ethereal. This is the third rare experience.