Xiaoshaba Scenic Area
小沙坝
A transport-and-tourism scenic area on G219 north of Liuku, with earth-sheltered buildings, rooftop gardens and views over the Nu River waterfront.
Xiaoshaba Scenic Area lies beside National Highway 219 (the Nujiang Scenic Highway) north of Liuku. It was converted from a highway service area into a combined transport-and-tourism destination. Earth-sheltered buildings and rooftop gardens blend into the hillside. From the viewing platforms you can look down over the Nu River gorge and the Dengeng Nu River Bridge. Facilities include parking, dining and observation decks. It is the first stop on the way north into the Nu River Grand Canyon. Entry is free. The drive from Liuku takes about 15 to 20 minutes, and it can be combined with Dengeng Hot Springs.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Dengeng Hot Springs
- Liuku Tusi Yamen
- Nujiang Grand Canyon (Liuku)
- Bainiaogu Bird Valley (Sanhe Village)
- Yaojiaping
- Fengxue Pass
- Tingming Lake
- Pianma Border Town