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Wangxian Valley: Jiangxi's Fairyland Village

This Place CAN’T BE REAL! China’s Fairyland In Jiangxi Province 🇨🇳

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This Place CAN’T BE REAL! China’s Fairyland In Jiangxi Province 🇨🇳
Flora and Note30 min

This Place CAN’T BE REAL! China’s Fairyland. This was filmed by Flora and Note. Watch the full journey and explore the filming details and destinations on this page.

This place can't be real! We traveled all the way from Hangzhou to Wangxian Valley, also known as China's Fairyland in Jiangxi Province. We found ourselves in what seemed like a fairyland right in the middle of nowhere. This place used to be an old abandoned mine, but the government invested 2.8 billion RMB and transformed it into this breathtaking ancient-looking village. The cliffside guesthouses have gone viral on social media, turning this village into an up-and-coming tourist attraction and giving a boost to the local economy by creating jobs and bringing in money. We'll share all the details about how to get to Wangxian Valley, the perfect place to stay in this area and our honest thoughts about China's fairyland!

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--- Flora and Note
April 20, 2024, Spring in China

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Flora And Note travel from Hangzhou to Shangrao by high-speed train, then take a bus to Wangxian Valley in Jiangxi. They stay at Wind Valley Homestay, explore cliffside guesthouses and the food alley, and try spicy noodles, tofu and braised pork belly. The trip includes a once-abandoned mine now developed as a tourist destination, with a daytime and nighttime view of the valley. Their route combines rail, bus, lodging and an evening visit. The cliffside homes, food alley and change from daytime to nighttime views make up the core of the Wangxian Valley stop.

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This Place CAN’T BE REAL! China’s Fairyland In Jiangxi Province 🇨🇳

Train, bus and a night near the valley

Flora And Note travel from Hangzhou to Shangrao by high-speed train and continue by bus to Wangxian Valley in Jiangxi province. They nearly miss the train and describe the trip as chaotic at points, especially when they have trouble buying tickets. They suggest booking high-speed tickets 15 days ahead, particularly for first or business class, which can sell out quickly. Taxis are possible for the final transport, though the bus costs less.

They stay at Wind Valley Homestay near the valley. The room has air conditioning, a kettle and a large monitor, and the accommodation provides pick-up and drop-off services. Their stop includes local juice. The valley is developed on the site of a former mine and includes cliffside guesthouses and a food alley. They walk around the area, take in the views and try spicy noodles, tofu and braised pork belly. The meal includes local dishes they had not seen before.

Walking the village in daylight and after dark

The visit involves a lot of walking, so comfortable shoes are useful. Flora And Note recommend arriving around 4:30 p.m. to see the place in daylight and stay for the nighttime view. They also describe the valley as a developing tourist destination that has created jobs for older local residents, including security and maintenance work. Their account includes the valley's scale and a walk to a viewpoint at night, which they compare to a fairy-tale setting. The trip's main choices are practical: reserve rail tickets in advance, take the bus if cost matters, arrange lodging and allow enough time to explore both the food area and the views. The bus is the lower-cost option even if it takes more coordination, and arranging pickup with the homestay can simplify the last part of the trip. The couple's day includes a walk through the food alley and a viewpoint visit after dark. They recommend allowing enough time to see both the daytime setting and the lights at night, rather than arriving only for a short stop.

FAQs (From the traveler's perspective)

Q: What was the transportation like to Wangxian Valley?
A: We took a high-speed train from Hangzhou to Shangrao, then a bus to the valley. It wasn't always easy, but people were very helpful when we had trouble buying tickets.
Q: What was the accommodation like?
A: We stayed at the Wind Valley Homestay. It was cozy, comfy, and they even picked us up from the bus stop and gave us free juice.
Q: What was the food like in Wangxian Valley?
A: The food was amazing. We tried spicy noodles, tofu, and some other things I'd never seen before. Everything was fresh and delicious, especially the braised pork belly.
Q: What was the most memorable part of the trip?
A: The view from the top of Wangxian Valley at night was a highlight. It felt like something out of a fairy tale.
Q: What's one tip for people visiting Wangxian Valley?
A: Wear comfortable shoes because there's so much walking. Try to come around 4:30 p.m. to see both the daytime and nighttime views.

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Wangxian Valley: Jiangxi's Fairyland Village

Flora & Note explore Jiangxi's Wangxian Valley, a breathtaking village transformed from an old mine. Cliffside guesthouses and vibrant culture leave a lasting impression.

Wangxian Valley: Jiangxi's Cliffside Fairyland

Flora and Note journeyed from Hangzhou to Jiangxi Province's Wangxian Valley, a stunning village once an abandoned mine. Transformed by a 2.8 billion RMB government investment, it now boasts breathtaking cliffside guesthouses and a revitalized local economy. The vlog details their trip, including transportation, accommodation recommendations, and honest opinions about this captivating destination, nicknamed "China's Fairyland."

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