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Aizhai-Shibadong-Dehang Grand Canyon Tourism Area
5A Tourism Area
Designated 2021

Aizhai-Shibadong-Dehang Grand Canyon Tourism Area

湘西州吉首市矮寨•十八洞•德夯大峡谷景区

Hunan, ZhangjiajieDesignated 2021·28.0810°N, 113.0641°E
Ticket Price
Aizhai Bridge CNY 120
Duration
4 hours to 1 day
Designated
2021

About Aizhai-Shibadong-Dehang Grand Canyon Tourism Area

In western Hunan's Miao country, this area pairs the soaring Aizhai suspension bridge over a deep valley with the Dehang canyon's streams and waterfalls, and includes Shibadong, a model Miao village.

Highlights

Aizhai suspension bridge and Grand Canyon, Shibadong (model poverty-alleviation village) and Dehang Miao valley (streams, waterfalls, Miao culture).

Suggested Route

Aizhai bridge viewpoint to Dehang valley hike to Shibadong village; full day.

Food & Lodging

Miao cuisine (sour soup, bacon) in Dehang/Shibadong; guesthouses in the valleys.

Facilities

Shuttle buses, suspension-bridge walkway and restrooms; canyon steps with limited accessibility.
Travel Tips

Check official website for current information. Respect local customs and regulations. Best visited during mild weather seasons.

📅 Best Time & Crowds

Best season: Spring (March-May) and Autumn (September-November)

🏮Golden Week alert: May 1-5 and Oct 1-7 are China's biggest travel peaks — top attractions sell out days ahead. Book tickets the moment they open.

⏰Many museums and palaces close on Mondays (e.g. Forbidden City, National Museum). Plan around it.

Location

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Buying tickets as a foreign visitor

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• Tickets often must be booked in advance online — peak season & holidays sell out quickly.

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Opening Hours

Peak season (April-October): 7:00-18:00; Off-season: 8:00-17:00. Hours may vary by weather conditions.

Getting There

Near Jishou; nearest HSR Jishou East (~30 km); ~40 km from Xiangxi Biancheng Airport; shuttle to Aizhai bridge & Dehang.

Reservation

Advance online reservation advised via official platform.

Ticket Price

Aizhai Bridge CNY 120 (≈ $17)

Address

Hunan Province Xiangxizhoujishou City Aizhai Town

📍 中文地址 / Chinese Address
湘西州吉首市矮寨•十八洞•德夯大峡谷景区

湖南省湘西州吉首市矮寨镇

Hunan Province Xiangxizhoujishou City Aizhai Town

28.0810, 113.0641

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