Maolan National Nature Reserve
The discovery of the Maolan karst forest changed the way the world sees karst, from monotonous grey to vibrant green, earning it the name “the green gem on the belt of the Earth.” It is China's large…
Maolan National Nature Reserve, Southern Guizhou
Informazioni essenziali
- Ingresso
- ¥40
- Come arrivare
- Direct buses to Maolan depart from Libo bus station, fare ¥9
- Valutazione della guida
- 4 / 5
Da China Self Guided Travel 2025, pagina 492. Apri in Google Maps
Informazioni su Maolan National Nature Reserve
The discovery of the Maolan karst forest changed the way the world sees karst, from monotonous grey to vibrant green, earning it the name “the green gem on the belt of the Earth.” It is China's largest subtropical primeval forest, home to many rare tree species and wild animals.
Hiking across the entire forest takes three days. There are no places offering food or lodging locally, so visitors must bring their own food, sleeping bags and tents.
Consigli dalla guida
- 1. Food: The most worthwhile experience here is a farmhouse meal. Farmhouse restaurants are found in and around Bizuo, Banzhai and Meiyuan. Free-range chicken, river fish, wild vegetables, sour meat and sour plum wine are must-tries, especially the wild vegetables, which are rare elsewhere.
- 2. Accommodation: Farmhouses offering lodging are also concentrated around Bizuo, Banzhai and Meiyuan, and conditions vary from house to house. In peak season, advance booking is necessary. Camping, for close contact with nature, is another good option.
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Quanto costa Maolan National Nature Reserve?
L'ingresso a Maolan National Nature Reserve costa ¥40, come indicato nella guida 2025. I prezzi possono cambiare: verifica il canale ufficiale prima di partire.
Come si arriva a Maolan National Nature Reserve?
Direct buses to Maolan depart from Libo bus station, fare ¥9
Dove si trova Maolan National Nature Reserve?
Maolan National Nature Reserve si trova a Southern Guizhou, Guizhou Province, nella regione Sud-ovest della Cina.
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