International influencers explore Fanjing Mountain in Guizhou

On March 28, light rain and mist shrouded Fanjing Mountain. Journalists and online celebrities from various countries, participating in the "2026 China Storyteller Partnerships·Global Media and Content Creators Explore Colorful Guizhou" event, climbed the world natural heritage site, experiencing the charm of this "city in the sky".

International influencers visit Fanjing Mountain. [Photo provided to chinadaily.com.cn]

Located in northeastern Guizhou province, Fanjing Mountain, the main peak of the Wuling Mountains, is world-famous for its unique karst landforms, rich biodiversity and rich Buddhist culture. It was inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List in 2018.

Streams flow through Fanjing Mountain. [Photo provided to chinadaily.com.cn]

Climbing in the rain, visitors witnessed iconic landscapes such as the Red Clouds Golden Summit and Mushroom Stone looming in the mist, sometimes covered by a sea of clouds and sometimes revealing their true features, like a flowing ink painting.

International guests shared their impressions. Ukrainian content creator Karyna Kovalevska admitted the wet and slippery mountain road was challenging but said the stunning sea of clouds at the top made it all worth it, praising Guizhou's diverse beauty. French hiker Mylene Mathieu called Guizhou a "paradise for hikers", commending the well-designed trails that are both scenic and safe.

French content creator Mathieu praises the beautiful scenery of Fanjing Mountain. [Photo provided to chinadaily.com.cn]

As the rain stopped and the fog lifted, sunlight spilled over the mountains. Standing on the top, the guests enjoyed the fresh air and magnificent clouds, deeply impressed by Fanjing Mountain's pristine post-rain beauty.

International influencers take a group photo at Pudu Square on Fanjing Mountain. [Photo provided to chinadaily.com.cn]