Three Provinces Border · Tiankeng Secret Realm

Zhaotong Zhenxiong County — The hometown of geological wonders in Northeast Yunnan. A 2-day 1-night itinerary visits the Jiming Sansheng geographical wonder, traverses the mysterious Tiankeng Group Geological Park, and boats through the Xiaoshanxia Canyon secret realm. Experience the magnificence of the Yunnan-Guizhou Plateau karst landscape and the profound heritage of Yi ethnic culture.

Three Provinces Border

Geographical Wonder

Tiankeng Group

Geological Wonder

Millennium

Yi Ethnic Culture

Plateau Pearl

Xiaoshanxia

Zhenxiong County Jiming Sansheng Grand Canyon and Tiankeng Group Landscape

Magnificent canyon and karst tiankeng geological wonders at the border of three provinces

Zhenxiong County Two Days One Night Geological Wonders Tour

Three Provinces Border + Tiankeng Secret Realm + Canyon Scenery, feel the charm of the Northeast Yunnan Geological Museum

                        
Duration
2 Days 1 Night

                        
Main Destinations
Jiming Sansheng Grand Canyon, Tiankeng Group Geological Park, Xiaoshanxia, Yi Cultural Park

                        
Target Audience
Geology enthusiasts, cultural explorers, photographers, nature adventurers

                        
Per Capita Budget
¥300-¥550

Geographical Wonder Exploration

Three Provinces Border

Trip Highlights

Visit Jiming Sansheng in the morning, traverse the Tiankeng Group in the afternoon

Attraction Schedule

Jiming Sansheng Grand Canyon

A geographical wonder at the border of Yunnan, Guizhou, and Sichuan provinces, featuring a viewing platform, glass plank road, and suspension bridge. You can overlook the scenery of Zhenxiong in Yunnan, Bijie in Guizhou, and Xuyong in Sichuan simultaneously.

Jiming Sansheng Monument

A landmark building at the border of three provinces, containing a cultural square and viewing platform, showcasing the historical and cultural integration of the three provinces. It is a paradise for photography and geographical research.

Zhenxiong Tiankeng Group

A provincial-level geological park containing over ten karst tiankengs, the largest with a crater diameter of 200 meters and a depth of 150 meters, known as the "Northeast Yunnan Geological Museum."

Practical Information

Travel Tips

Bring windproof jacket for canyon viewing
Wear anti-slip shoes for tiankeng hiking
Respect the cultural differences of the three provinces

Accommodation Recommendations

Jiming Sansheng View Hotel
Zhenxiong County Hotel
Yi Ethnic Cultural Homestay

Canyon Cultural Experience

Secret Realm Exploration

Trip Highlights

Boat through Xiaoshanxia in the morning, experience Yi culture in the afternoon

Attraction Schedule

Xiaoshanxia

A provincial-level scenic area, with a canyon length of 15 kilometers, featuring a cruise terminal, cliff plank roads, and waterfall groups. It is praised as the "Little Three Gorges of Northeast Yunnan."

Yi Cultural Park

A Yi ethnic culture exhibition area, containing a folk museum, song and dance square, and traditional village, showcasing Yi ethnic clothing, song, dance, and festival culture.

Damuqiao Reservoir

A plateau lake scenic area with a water area of 3 square kilometers, featuring a lakeside boardwalk, viewing pavilions, and a wetland park. It is a habitat for migratory birds.

Practical Information

Special Experiences

Canyon cruise sightseeing
Yi ethnic costume wearing
Torch Festival song and dance experience

Return Trip Suggestions

Reserve time for local specialties
Zhenxiong Ham
Gastrodia Elata products

Zhenxiong County Must-Try Foods

Zhenxiong Ham

A local traditional food, selected from high-mountain pork for curing and fermentation. The meat is嫣红 (bright red) with a rich aroma, known as the "Meat Gold of Northeast Yunnan," embodying mountain food culture.

Gastrodia Elata Steamer Chicken

A specialty medicinal dish, made by steaming local chicken with Gastrodia Elata slices in a steamer pot. The soup is fresh and delicious, known as the "Wumeng Nourishing Supreme," embodying the concept of food as medicine.

Bitter Buckwheat Cake (Kuqiao Baba)

A Yi ethnic traditional snack, made from bitter buckwheat flour mixed with honey and pan-fried. It is crispy outside and soft inside, with a slightly bitter and sweet aftertaste. It is a healthy food.

Zhenxiong County Travel Tips

Best Seasons