Guizhou Map Album

Author: Du Huaijing
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Publish Date: 2004-08-09
Features: This atlas features nearly 100 illustrations, providing a detailed introduction to Guizhou Province's natural environment, opening-up efforts, transportation development, scenic spots, famous local products, and major cities. The atlas is comprehensive, innovative in form, rich in visuals, easy to understand, and offers a holistic understanding of Guizhou with just one volume in hand. Major scenic areas in Guizhou include: Mount Fanjing, Guiyang City, Huangguoshu, Kaili, Weining, and Zunyi.
Guizhou Province is located in the southwestern hinterland of China, bordering Hunan Province to the east, and connecting with the Yunnan-Guizhou Plateau to the west and northwest. It covers an area of 170,000 square kilometers. Guizhou is an exciting place. Compared to the delicate beauty of Jiangnan, the boldness of northern grasslands, and the serenity of the Qinghai-Tibetan Plateau, it possesses a unique charm. The mountains of Guizhou are majestic, with layered peaks and towering ridges, exuding a powerful aura. The Stone Forest is another breathtaking landscape in Guizhou. Its peculiar stone formations attract tens of thousands of domestic and international tourists. Lakes add a touch of charm to this mountainous province. The West Grass Lake in Guizhou, emerald-green like jade, is a national-level nature reserve. It is not only a scenic spot but also a wintering habitat for various bird species. Hongfeng Lake in Qingzhen and Qianling Lake in Guiyang, with their beautiful scenery, are hailed as the "pearls of the plateau."