Guide National Geopark (Ashigong Danxia)
贵德国家地质公园
Seven-coloured Danxia peaks northeast of the county town. Canyons such as Nüwa Gorge and Tongtian Gorge, along with a geology museum, make this Guide's signature landscape.
The Ashigong Seven-Colour Peaks are the core of the Guide National Geopark. Red, yellow, blue-green and white sandstone has been weathered and eroded into pinnacles, canyons and “earth forests.” Trails include Xuanyuan Gorge, Tongtian Gorge and Nüwa Gorge, and there is also the Heaven, Earth and People geology museum. The site is about 18 km from the county town, so drive yourself or hire a car. Tickets must be purchased in advance, and you'll take a shuttle between sections. Walking through the gorges takes 1–2 hours. There is almost no shade, so bring water, a hat and sunscreen. Be careful on the path after rain, when it gets slippery.
Opening hours
08:30–18:00