Attractions · Anshun

One of Asia's largest waterfalls, 77.8 metres high and 101 metres wide, viewable from six directions — above, below, left, right, front and back — and you can walk through the Water Curtain Cave. Main highlights include the main waterfall, Doupotang and Tianxingqiao. Visiting tip: water volume is greatest in summer and you will get wet in the Water Curtain Cave, so bring a raincoat; it is on the same day as Tianxingqiao, so wear non-slip shoes. Practical info: the site is at Zhenning Bouyei and Miao Autonomous County, Anshun, Guizhou; ticket ¥160 (includes the main waterfall, Doupotang and Tianxingqiao; shuttle bus extra); opening hours 07:00–18:00. Best season: April–October; the waterfall carries the most water in summer. Bring rain gear in the rainy season, as the scenic-area steps are slippery. It can be combined with Longgong, Tianlong Tunpu and Getu River in Anshun for a half-day or full-day itinerary. Before setting out, check the day's opening and reservation policy and allow plenty of time. In peak season or on holidays, book ahead and travel off-peak, and allow time for queues and security checks. Plan your stay around the opening hours and your energy.

Tip: Water volume is greatest in summer and you will get wet in the Water Curtain Cave, so bring a raincoat; it is…

• Address: Zhenning Bouyei and Miao Autonomous County, Anshun, Guizhou
• Ticket: ¥160 (includes the main waterfall, Doupotang and Tianxingqiao; shuttle bus extra)
• Opening: 07:00–18:00

One of China's longest water caves; a boat carries visitors through the underground river, where stalactites and waterfalls connect inside the cave, and it is cool in summer. Main highlights include the underground river boat trip, Longmen Waterfall and the Heavenly Pool. Visiting tip: the cave is slippery and cool, so bring a jacket; the boat trip queue is long, so go in the morning. Practical info: the site is at Longgong Town, Xixiu District, Anshun, Guizhou; ticket ¥130 (includes boat ticket; subject to official notice); opening hours 08:30–17:30. Best season: April–October; the waterfall carries the most water in summer. Bring rain gear in the rainy season, as the scenic-area steps are slippery. It can be combined with Huangguoshu Waterfall, Tianlong Tunpu and Getu River in Anshun for a half-day or full-day itinerary. Before setting out, check the day's opening and reservation policy and allow plenty of time. In peak season or on holidays, book ahead and travel off-peak, and allow time for queues and security checks. Plan your stay around the opening hours and your energy. If you are carrying luggage or travelling with children, allow more time for security checks and walking.

Tip: The cave is slippery and cool, so bring a jacket; the boat trip queue is long, so go in the morning.

• Address: Longgong Town, Xixiu District, Anshun, Guizhou
• Ticket: ¥130 (includes boat ticket; subject to official notice)
• Opening: 08:30–17:30

A stone village of descendants of Ming dynasty garrison soldiers, where Dixi opera, Fengyang Han-style dress and stone architecture have been preserved for six hundred years; it is the representative of Anshun's Tunpu culture. Visiting tip: Dixi performances have fixed times, so ask about the schedule in advance; it can be visited on the way on the same day as Huangguoshu. Practical info: the site is at Tianlong Town, Pingba District, Anshun, Guizhou; ticket ¥60 (subject to official notice); opening hours 08:30–18:00. Best season: April–October; the waterfall carries the most water in summer. Bring rain gear in the rainy season, as the scenic-area steps are slippery. It can be combined with Huangguoshu Waterfall, Longgong and Getu River in Anshun for a half-day or full-day itinerary. Before setting out, check the day's opening and reservation policy and allow plenty of time. In peak season or on holidays, book ahead and travel off-peak, and allow time for queues and security checks. Plan your stay around the opening hours and your energy. If you are carrying luggage or travelling with children, allow more time for security checks and walking. Check the day's opening and reservation policy before departure so that a temporary closure does not disrupt your plans.

• Address: Tianlong Town, Pingba District, Anshun, Guizhou
• Ticket: ¥60 (subject to official notice)
• Opening: 08:30–18:00

A karst gorge and underground river scenic area; the spider-men cliff climbing, the through-cave and Miao villages are the highlights, and it is good for hiking and photography. Main highlights include Swallow Cave. Visiting tip: the climbing performances have set times; the gorge hike takes about 3 hours, so wear non-slip shoes. Practical info: the site is at Ziyun Miao and Bouyei Autonomous County, Anshun, Guizhou; ticket ¥100 (includes boat ticket; subject to official notice); opening hours 08:30–17:30. Best season: April–October; the waterfall carries the most water in summer. Bring rain gear in the rainy season, as the scenic-area steps are slippery. It can be combined with Huangguoshu Waterfall, Longgong and Tianlong Tunpu in Anshun for a half-day or full-day itinerary. Before setting out, check the day's opening and reservation policy and allow plenty of time. In peak season or on holidays, book ahead and travel off-peak, and allow time for queues and security checks. Plan your stay around the opening hours and your energy. If you are carrying luggage or travelling with children, allow more time for security checks and walking.

Tip: The climbing performances have set times; the gorge hike takes about 3 hours, so wear non-slip shoes.

• Address: Ziyun Miao and Bouyei Autonomous County, Anshun, Guizhou
• Ticket: ¥100 (includes boat ticket; subject to official notice)
• Opening: 08:30–17:30