About
Guiyang is the capital of Guizhou Province in southwestern China. The city sits in a region known for its ethnic minorities and its karst landscapes, and for many visitors it serves as a practical base for exploring the wider province. The name is also written 贵阳.
What the city offers
Guiyang is best approached as a gateway. Its main appeal lies in what lies beyond the urban edge: traditional villages where local communities keep their own customs, and natural scenery shaped by the limestone terrain that gives the province much of its character.
- Access to traditional villages in and around the province
- Karst landscapes, with their rocky hills and rugged scenery
- Exposure to the cultures of the province's ethnic minorities
Is it worth a visit?
If you are interested in China beyond its largest cities, Guiyang is a sensible place to start. It suits travellers who want to combine a city stay with time outdoors and in village settings. Visitors who prefer a single, fully developed attraction may find the city more useful as a starting point than as a destination in itself.
Plan your days around the surrounding countryside, allow time to move between places, and you will get the most from a trip here.