Chasing the blossoms of Guanshanhu with Xiaoshuang

As spring warms the city, Guiyang is ushering in a spectacular season of blossoming flowers. Xiaoshuang – the beloved character inspired by the lively macaques of local Qianling Mountain – takes viewers on a delightful flower-viewing tour of Guiyang.

In Guanshanhu district, nature and landscape design come together to create some of Guiyang's most immersive springtime experiences.

Azaleas bloom in Guanshanhu Park

In April, Congbi Garden inside Guanshanhu Park enters its peak season, with 61 varieties of azaleas in full bloom. Shades of pink, purple, and orange blend into a tapestry, transforming the Jiangnan-style garden into what visitors describe as a charming spring garden.

Covering about 20,000 square meters, Congbi Garden is Guiyang's only specialized azalea park. Rare varieties such as Fenrou and Lecheng are arranged in carefully designed color gradients, creating layered floral landscapes ideal for strolling and photography.

Following an upgrade completed in July 2025, the garden now also features a traditional opera stage and viewing platform, offering visitors an immersive experience that combines floral scenery with elements of Chinese culture.

Visitor tips:

· Metro: Line 1 to Guanshanhu Park Station (Exit C/D)

· Bus: Routes 208, 702 and Guanshan 95

· Driving: Navigate to the park's East or North Gate; parking is available nearby

· Admission: Free

Rapeseed flower fields in Zhuchang town

A short trip further into the countryside brings visitors to Zhuchang town, where vast cole flower fields are at their peak along Jinzhong Avenue.

At the entrance, colorful hybrid cole flowers in soft pink, pale yellow, and white create a striking visual contrast, leading into endless stretches of golden blooms. As the breeze passes, waves of flowers ripple across the fields, filling the air with a light, sweet fragrance.

The site has become a popular destination for spring photography, offering everything from sweeping landscape shots to intimate portraits among the flowers.

Visitor tips:

· Location: Jinzhong Avenue, Zhuchang town, Guanshanhu district

· Public transport: Take Metro Line 1 to Douguan Station, then transfer to Bus 96 or 102 to Jinzhong Avenue stop

· Driving: Search Guanshanhu Agricultural Market or Zhuchang Market; temporary parking is available

· Admission: Free