In recent years, people's quality of life has gradually improved, and the country's policy guidelines are also very good, which is very in line with the actual life of the people. Now, most people are living a moderately prosperous life, and there are basically no situations where they cannot afford to eat. So people began to pursue quality of life and want a better life, so tourism became a way for most people to relax. Some tourist attractions with fresh air have become the favorite of tourists. When it comes to places with good mountains and rivers and good air, people will definitely think of Guilin, a place with beautiful mountains and clear waters. Today, we will take a look at a scenic spot located in Guilin - Youshan River Scenic Area.

The Youshan River Scenic Area is located in Dafang County, Guizhou Province, only 46 kilometers away from the county seat. It is situated in a low latitude and high-altitude area, with an average altitude between 850-1911 meters. There are 33 unique scenic spots and 8 major tourist areas within the Youshan River Scenic Area. There stands a fairy peak in the scenic area, which is the first mountain of the Youshan River. This mountain is surrounded by water on three sides and looks very dangerous and steep. On the top of Xiannv Peak, there is a Guanyin Temple built during the Qianlong period. Tourists who have been there say that the bodhisattvas here are very effective. Therefore, since its opening, this Guanyin Temple has been continuously worshipped. During the Buddha worship season, there are also many tourists queuing up here.

The Youshan River Basin in the Youshan River Scenic Area includes two main rivers and over 10 streams and ravines. Here, there are real mountains and waters like a fairyland, which can be called the scenery of Guilin. Within the scenic area, you can hear the sound of gurgling water just across the mountain, earning the nickname of 'Xiangshui River'. The tourism resources in the Youshan River Scenic Area are very abundant, and can be said to be a step by step scenic spot. There are waterfalls, rivers, canyons, and mountains in the scenic area. The scenery here is picturesque and beautiful, which is definitely not inferior to Chengdu. However, the number of tourists here is very small.

As an ecological scenic area, the Youshan River Scenic Area has a green plant coverage rate of over 82%. More than 2000 species of wild plants are planted in the scenic area, with a maximum of over 60000 negative oxygen ions per cubic meter. This place has dense vegetation, good ecology, and unique landscapes, making it an ideal tourist destination and a great place for health and wellness in the hearts of tourists. The scenic area not only has abundant forest and wild resources, but also has a fairyland like scenery of the Grand Canyon. In addition to these, there are also attractions in the scenic area such as a century old temple, a luxurious treasure trove for military exploration, a Yangshan River health and wellness base, a millennium imperial gift ginkgo tree, and a sports base.

Although the Youshan River Scenic Area has been classified as a national 4A level scenic spot, the ticket price is still 30 yuan. Compared to other tourist attractions of the same level, the ticket price here is really reasonable. Besides playing, the food here is also very unique. Take advantage of your free time and come here for a stroll. The mountains, waters, and health here are great, and you can meet all your expectations for the scenic area.