Hidden Paradise: Explore Haokun Lake and Zhulong Cave in Guangxi

🌿Why Visit: This is a real-life "ink painting of Lijiang." The lake and mountain scenery is poetic and picturesque - every photo is wallpaper-worthy! Zhulong Cave is a hidden gem with its cliff ladder made of bamboo steps and vines. Once the only mountain path for villagers, it's now an exciting adventure spot - not for the faint-hearted! 📅Travel Guide: 1. Boat Tour 🛶 (50 yuan/person) - Departs from Fisherman's Wharf, 1-hour journey showcasing lake islands and "Sky Road" ruins. Bring bread to feed the tilapia - kids won't want to leave! 2. Drive Around the Lake 🚗 (Entrance fee: 47 yuan) - Route: Ticket office → Kapok Tree Viewing Platform → Zhulong Cave → Palm Cave → Haokun Wharf → Fisherman's Pavilion (return the same way) - 📸Must-visit Spots: - Zhulong Cave: 80m deep vertical cave, climb bamboo ladders using hands and feet. The creaking sound adds to the thrill - reaching the top is incredibly rewarding! - Palm Cave: Echo your voice in this karst cave, see newly formed stalactites sparkling in the light✨ - Fisherman's Pavilion: 10-minute climb up stairs for a sunset view over the "orange sea" of the lake🌅 3. Hiking/Cycling 🚴♀️ - Rent e-bikes at the Covered Bridge, easily complete the 30km lakeside trail! Recommend visiting Shadow-less Bridge to Lake Island at dusk to watch sunset paint the mountains red. 🍜Food Guide: - Tujia Cuisine: Firewood chicken, sour bamboo shoots with beef, bamboo tube rice - generous portions at reasonable prices! - Hidden Menu at Homestays: Farm chicken feast, Winnowing basket feast (Zhuang and Yao flavors), hosts often offer homemade sweet wine - 📌Tips: Few restaurants in scenic area, recommend booking meals at homestays, 50 yuan/person for a feast! 🏨Accommodation Guide: - Lakeside Homestays: Recommend "Ruiyuan Home" and "Sanhe Homestay" - floor-to-ceiling windows facing the lake, morning mist views, stargazing at night✨ - Perks: Free scenic area tickets with homestay! Some hosts help arrange boat tickets and cycling equipment. - ⚠️Note: Homestays often on hillsides, new drivers beware of steep slopes; no street lights at night, return early. 💗Additional Tips: 1. Ticket Discounts: Group purchases cheaper, free with homestay booking! 2. Dress Code: Hanfu/long dresses perfect for covered bridge photos, but wear non-slip shoes + long pants for cave climbing. 3. Safety First: Caves are slippery, hold bamboo ladders firmly; parents watch children closely! 4. Hidden Experience: Visit in March for "San Yue San" festival - enjoy Zhuang and Yao singing and dancing, bonfire parties, and long-table feasts!