Niangziguan Waterfall & Water Village
娘子关瀑布·水上人家
A 'water village' formed where a large karst spring runs through the village. At the village entrance, a water-curtain cave waterfall plunges from a cliff several dozen meters high.
The Niangziguan Spring is one of northern China's best-known karst spring clusters. Its water flows through the streets and courtyards of Niangziguan Village, with running water in front of every house and water mills turning, earning it the name 'Water Village of the North.' Before the spring feeds into the Mian River, it drops from a cliff at the village entrance, forming a water-curtain cave waterfall several dozen meters high. When water volume is high in summer, mist fills the air, and you can walk the path below the falls for a close look. The village has many farmhouse restaurants, and the Niangziguan fish is recommended. The site is right next to Niangziguan Pass and is usually visited with it. In winter the water flow is low, and some paths are slippery with ice, so take care.
Opening hours
All day (waterfall trail 08:00–18:00)