Enshi, Hubei Province has always been a place full of magic, with steep and deep canyons, slowly flowing mountain rivers, outdoor villages surrounded by mountains, and Tusi City with hazy artistic conception in the wind and rain ... Some of them have been listed on CNN in the United States, and some of them have been praised as "the most beautiful place in China" by China National Geographic magazine. Its landscape, like a secret realm, is also like a fairyland. The scenery is picturesque, with Jingchu in the east, Xiaoxiang in the south, Chongqing and Guizhou in the west and Shennong in the north. The unique geographical location and the canyon landform give it a unique coolness. Take advantage of the summer vacation to escape from the summer, or to avoid the world. Escape from the noisy city and appreciate the quiet and far-reaching nature. Come here, see Tusi City once, take a trip to the Grand Canyon, take a boat trip to Qingjiang River, experience the life of the local people again, see the beautiful scenery here and eat the delicious food here. This strategy will lead you into the mysterious and magical Enshi.

Tujia, Miao and other ethnic minorities live here. If you travel to Enshi, besides seeing the mountains and rivers, the customs, songs and dances and delicious food of ethnic minorities are also worth experiencing.

what is the best travel season in Enshi?

The humid subtropical monsoon climate in mountainous areas means that Enshi is a place suitable for traveling all year round.

Spring:

It can be said that, just like Tao Yuanming's Peach Blossom Garden, it has the colorful beauty of falling into England. Here, the flowers in the mountains are competing to open, and cherry blossoms, peach blossoms and pear blossoms in the mountains can smell the flowers all the way. This season is suitable for hiking and enjoying flowers, and you can also go to the mountains to pick tea with the locals.

Summer:

There are many tourists coming to Enshi at this time, and the main reason is to come here for the summer. Enshi is very cool in summer, especially in Tenglong Cave, where the temperature is more than ten degrees. Come here for a summer vacation, feel the mountains and rivers and appreciate the toast culture.

Autumn:

Autumn is full of colorful colors. At this time, due to different vegetation varieties, some deciduous leaves are evergreen, which is like an oil painting under the crisscross. Some people say that autumn in Enshi is "southern karst", which is no exaggeration.

Winter:

Winter is also very magnificent and magical. Between mountains and valleys, ice falls, which is wonderful and exquisite. If it snows, there will be beautiful scenery of snow-covered mountains.

Enshi scenic spot not to be missed

Enshi Grand Canyon

Enshi Grand Canyon is almost a landmark of Enshi. It is comparable to the existence of the Colorado Grand Canyon in the United States. It is divided into Yunlong rift and Qixingzhai, with beautiful scenery. The temperature is not high all year round, so you can see the green hills, escape the heat, take photos and develop tourism. Baili Cliff, Qianzhang Waterfall, Aoxiao single mountain, Primitive Forest and Ancient Villages are all worth seeing.

Attractions tickets: Qixingzhai 12 yuan/person, Yunlong Sewing 5 yuan/person (cable car fare: 15 yuan/person)

Qingjiang Grand Canyon Scenic Area

Lake; Valley

Qingjiang River is a pearl of the Yangtze River. Compared with the Three Gorges, it may be less magnificent, but it is not at all beautiful. "The water is ten feet clear, and people see its clarity, so it is named Qingjiang River, which has the reputation of" eight hundred miles of picturesque Qingjiang River ".It is praised as the Danube River in the East and is called the dreamland of paddle sound and light shadow. Suitable for boating.

Tickets for scenic spots: 15 yuan/person

enshi tusi castle

When you come to Enshi, you must take a trip to Tusi City. This is the historical and cultural proof of the local Tujia people. Tusi City comes from the system culture of Tusi tribe, and the whole tower is full of historical charm. From the gatehouse to the wind and rain bridge, the Tusi Palace and so on, the wooden buildings tell the story of the precipitation of time in mottled. If it rains lightly, Tusi City will be more artistic.

Tickets for scenic spots: 45 yuan/person

Suobuya Stone Forest

The stone forest in Suobuya Scenic Area is worth seeing. It is the second Oishinohayashi in China. The layers of stone forests are mixed with real forests, which are pleasing to the eye from a distance or a close look. It is suitable for photography, and it is also suitable for shuttling among stone forests to feel the beauty surrounded by nature.

scenic spot tickets: 78 yuan/Ren

Tujia Daughter City

folk culture; Gourmet; Ethnic minority performance

Enshi Daughter City is also a must-see when you come to Enshi. When you come to Daughter's Town, you can first taste the local food in Enshi, such as baogu Baba, bean skin, sauce-flavored cakes, bacon, water shield, etc. Visiting Daughter's Town and eating Enshi food is definitely an experience on the tip of your tongue. In addition, you can also see local B&B cultural performances here.

Tenglong Cave

Tenglong Cave, once rated as "the most beautiful place in China" by China National Geographic magazine, is an oversized cave, just like a dragon hidden in it. The scenery in the cave is great, with a pool, green mountains and beautiful waters outside the cave, and waterfalls flying down the thousands of feet. It is worth mentioning that the temperature in the cave is between 14-18℃ all year round, and it is a summer resort.

attraction tickets: 15 yuan/person

Shimen River

fairyland on earth; Landscape Gallery

Shimen River is just a small river, even a small stream in its narrow place, but the landscape of the river is amazing. The river is clear and green, and the quiet place is as smooth as a mirror. On both sides, there are mossy cliffs that stand almost vertically, which is refreshing and a fairyland on earth.

Tickets for scenic spots: 9 yuan/People

There are also some small scenic spots around: Luyuanping, Pingshan Canyon (Hefeng) Pingbaying (Forest Xianfeng), Lion Pass, Jigongling Cliff Climbing, Long Lin Palace, Honghuatang Stone Forest, Qiyue Mountain (Mountain Grassland Lichuan), Golden Cave (Xianfeng), Dashuijing Ancient Buildings (Lichuan), and so on.

The tourist attractions in Enshi are all distributed in the surrounding areas. Generally, it is recommended to spend 3 to 4 days, and most of them are to see the mountains. It is recommended to choose several elite scenic spots to visit

Enshi is a settlement of Tujia, Miao and other ethnic minorities, and many delicious foods here are also created by local ethnic minorities after a long history. It's varied and has a unique taste. When you come to Enshi, you must try the delicious food here.

slag mixing: "Chili is salt, and slag is used for the New Year", which is a very popular saying in the local area, indicating the local people's love for slag mixing. Its main ingredient is soybean, and its auxiliary material is fresh radish leaves. After a series of secret systems, it is made into white slag with green inside.

water shield: water shield in Fobaoshan is a good dish. Whether it is fried alone or with other dishes, especially soup, it is extremely delicious. Water shield, fresh and tender, tastes pleasant, and it is still a good food to relieve summer heat in summer, and it is natural and beneficial.

Gege: The name is elegant, but this food is often seen in street restaurants in Enshi. It is steamed with Chili residue mixed with other main ingredients, and there are many choices of main ingredients, such as beef, mutton, pork and fat sausage, so there are beef Gege, mutton Gege, pork Gege and fat sausage Gege.

Enshi bean skin includes rice bean skin, mung bean skin and corn bean skin, and the local people like rice bean skin best. Rice bean skin is a bit like powder, and its color is white, which is very common in local streets and alleys.

There is a kind of tea in Enshi, and oil tea soup is made by local people in their daily life. Tea is mixed with other ginger, onion, garlic, etc., and after some processes, popcorn, tofu, peanuts and so on are also added. The ingredients are diverse. It has many effects, not only delicious, but also refreshing.

Bacon: Bacon has always been a special food of ethnic minorities, whether it is Xiangxi in Hunan or Enshi in Hubei. After being smoked, Enshi bacon is rich in flavor and can be preserved for a long time, making it more delicious.

squeezed peppers: This dish tastes sweet and spicy. It is made by mixing corn flour with Chili powder, storing it in a jar for fermentation, taking it out after a meal, and frying it. It is very refreshing and spicy.

Although Enshi is located in the southwest of Hubei Province, the regional economy is relatively backward. With the development of tourism in Enshi in recent years, hotel accommodation in Enshi has also developed rapidly. When you come to Enshi, this magical and magnificent place, taking pictures is certainly not to be missed. Whether it's a camera or an ordinary mobile phone, you can leave some wonderful scenery. The elegance of the Grand Canyon, the changes of the Stone Forest, and the relaxed and happy Shimen River ... I came here to take photos, leaving the moment when my body and mind merged with Shan Ye.

Go through the streets looking for Enshi cuisine.

Enshi has a variety of delicious foods and unique tastes. Why don't you try the food here when you come to Enshi? It is also a great experience to go shopping here while looking for food. From the slag on the street to the space space at the end of the street, you can feel Enshi on the tip of your tongue.

It's refreshing to wander the Qingjiang River once in a boat, looking at the calm green water surface and the green hills on both sides. The boat is in the meantime, just like in a painting, in a fairyland.

Participate in local performances and feel the customs of ethnic minorities. Enshi, as a settlement of Tujia, Miao and other ethnic minorities, has many singing and dancing performances of ethnic minorities. It is also not to be missed when you come to Enshi. It will be a memorable picture to participate in a dance and dance with local people.

how can I arrange my trip so as not to miss the beautiful scenery, delicious food and fun in Enshi?

There are many scenic spots to see in Enshi. However, how to visit Enshi is recommended here as a 3-day tour, a 4-day tour and a 5-day tour.

3-day tour route

D1 Enshi Grand Canyon

D2 Qingjiang Butterfly Cliff-Daughter City

D3 Tenglong Cave-Tusi City

Route evaluation: This route covers the main scenic spots in Enshi, and the schedule is also relatively loose. Shorter travel time is very suitable for tourists who don't have much time and want to appreciate Enshi customs.

4-day tour itinerary

D1 Enshi Grand Canyon

D2 Qingjiang Butterfly Cliff-Daughter City

D3 Suobuya Stone Forest

D4 Shimen River-Glass Bridge

D1 Enshi Grand Canyon

D2 Qingjiang Butterfly Cliff-Daughter City

D3 Suobuya Stone Forest

D4. This route covers the main scenic spots in Enshi. On the basis of the three-day tour, Shilin Scenic Area is added, and you can also experience the customs and food of local people in Daughter City.

5-day tour route

D1 Enshi Grand Canyon

D2 Qingjiang Butterfly Cliff-Daughter City

D3 Suobuya Stone Forest

D4 Shimen River-Glass Bridge

D5 Tenglong Cave-Tusi City

Route evaluation: this route takes a long time and covers more comprehensive Enshi scenic spots. You can fully appreciate the scenery and customs of Enshi.

Enshi is a developing tourist city. At present, some natural scenic spots in Enshi have just been developed or even have not been developed, so the transportation is not very convenient. Besides mountains, there are many rivers in Enshi. The so-called "looking at the mountains and running a dead horse" is here. Because of Enshi's topography, all the scenic spots in Enshi are basically far away, and it takes at least one or two hours for each scenic spot to arrive. Enshi's highway is really tortuous, especially the road to the scenic spot, which is basically a winding mountain road with many narrow bends and no protective fence. It is recommended that people who are not skilled in driving or rarely drive mountain roads do not drive by themselves. It is very inconvenient for tourists who want to play by themselves when traveling in Enshi. Most tourists will choose travel agencies or local people to arrange services, which is convenient and worry-free. Compared with playing by yourself, traveling together or with a group is easier in some aspects, and it also has certain advantages, saving time, worry and money. For example, there is no need to check the route, catch the bus, change trains and so on. Enshi tourism, after all, is mountainous, with far scenic spots, inconvenient transportation and limited time in one day. In many places, there is no through train and it takes time to transfer (waiting for the bus).

Now some tourists will book hotels through some business travel websites. In fact, the price is not cheap. When they arrive at the tourist destination, they don't have to find their own cars and buy their own tickets, which is called self-help tour/free travel. Everyone can take part in the mature semi-self-help tour/free travel in the local area, which saves time and money. They can leave the whole journey to the local tour guide to arrange food, shelter and play, without worrying about anything, and the cost is affordable. It is more suitable for taking the elderly and children at home. Integrate into the local life and experience the authentic real travel without regret, especially when there is an unexpected situation, which can be solved in time. After all, going out is to be safe, comfortable and happy. If necessary, you can pay attention to Xiao Chen, who is dreaming and traveling freely. Now it is the internet age, self-help travel/free travel is the latest tourism trend, and it is the best choice for tourists.

Enshi has always been a mysterious and magical place, and its beauty is beyond words. More things need to be explored and discovered together. It's better to take action than to move, so let's go quickly. The beautiful scenery in Enshi is waiting for you ~

Tips: Enshi is dominated by mountains, and hiking is needed in the scenic area. Rain gear and sun protection are always available, and it is necessary to crawl up and down, which is a test of physical strength. The weather in mountainous areas is unpredictable. Be sure to bring mosquito repellent water in summer. Prepare some simple medicines for disinfection, such as wet paper towels, band-AIDS, anti-inflammatory tablets and anti-diarrhea tablets (to prevent acclimatization); Wear comfortable flat shoes, and the battery of the mobile phone must be fully charged to avoid inconvenient contact. When you are at a station, on a train or at a highway intersection, don't strike up a conversation with a visitor (stranger) to avoid unnecessary disputes. In the end, you will pay more than you want to save when you are tempted by low prices (no business will lose money and earn money).

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