Tourists flock to 'longevity city'

People in the city of Hechi are known for their longevity, with Bama Yao autonomous county, Tian'e county, Donglan county, Fengshan county and Dahua Yao autonomous county among the areas with the oldest residents.

Large numbers of tourists now visit the city, curious about the locals' healthy diet, lifestyle and peaceful way of life.

If you're curious about Hechi, here's a suggested itinerary for a visit: Moon River Longevity Village - Bama Crystal Palace - Dongtianfudi Scenic Area - Bama Longevity Village - Renshouyuan Scenic Area - Fengshan Sanmenhai Scenic Area-- Fengshan Wanshou Valley - Fengshan World Geopark Museum - Tian'e Longtan Grand Canyon National Forest Park - Tian'e Yanzi Lake.

Bama Crystal Palace is a karst area with peaks, depressions, valleys, and other great topographic features. The cave is on the slope of a white peak and will take your breath away once you get inside!

Bama Crystal Palace. [Photo/Hechi Daily]

Fengshan Sanmenhai Scenic Area is another karst area and it's known for its natural landscape and historical relics.

Tian'e Longtan Grand Canyon National Forest Park is characterized by its karst canyon, forest and lake. It seems almost to float above the city!

Tian'e Longtan Grand Canyon National Forest Park. [Photo/Hechi Daily]