"Self-Driving Journey: A Wonderful Trip to Wenshan" Launches Three Routes, Unlocking a New Scenic, Wellness, and Revolutionary Landscape in Southeast Yunnan.

On July 17, the fourth stop of Yunnan Province's "Self-Drive Yunnan Journey" themed car rental and self-drive promotional event—"Self-Drive Yunnan Journey: A Wonderful Trip to Wenshan"—was launched at the square in front of Qiubei Puzhehei Station. Three distinctive premium self-drive routes were officially unveiled simultaneously, using wheels as brushes to unfold the majestic landscapes, wellness, and red heritage of southeastern Yunnan, crafting a new narrative of "A Life Called Yunnan—The Land of Panax Notoginseng and Wellness in Wenshan."

Leveraging its geographical advantage as the "Eastern Gateway of Yunnan and the Yunnan-Guangxi Corridor," Wenshan has woven an extensive road network across the region. Highways crisscross the area, rural roads connect villages, and detailed road condition surveys have been completed. Along the routes, tourism signs, scenic viewing platforms, emergency supply stations, charging stations, and parking lots cover major attractions and towns. This comprehensive transportation network serves as a strong artery for the integration of culture and tourism, paving the way for seamless self-driving experiences. By collaborating with Shenzhou Car Rental and local car rental companies, a convenient car rental service network has been established, allowing travelers to pick up and return vehicles easily at high-speed rail stations, urban areas, and scenic spots. Services such as credit-based deposit waivers and one-stop car returns at different locations have been implemented, creating a full-chain "car rental + road + scenic spot + culture" integrated travel service. This ensures every traveler heading to Wenshan enjoys a worry-free journey from the start.

In midsummer, the 2026 "World Garden: Puzhehei Lotus Journey" cultural and tourism event coincides with the upcoming Miao Ethnic Hua Lian Festival. Thousands of acres of lotus ponds bloom vibrantly, karst peaks and sea clouds create picturesque scenes, the rich heritage of Panax notoginseng wellness thrives, and the red cultural legacy of the borderlands endures. Three self-drive routes set off grandly from the square in front of Puzhehei Station, resembling three distinct long scrolls of landscapes, encompassing the karst lotus fairyland, Panax notoginseng industrial innovation, and the red borderlands of Laoshan. Each journey unlocks the diverse charms of Wenshan, including its landscapes, wellness, red heritage, ethnic culture, and industry.

Lotus Breezes Among Peaks: World Garden - Puzhehei Lotus Journey

Driving north from Puzhehei Station to Qiubei, travelers enter a karst dreamland woven by thousands of acres of lotus ponds. A total of 312 isolated peaks rise amidst vast waters, and 40,000 acres of lotus flowers sway in the breeze. Small willow-leaf boats navigate the lotus waterways, evoking a poetic sense of being in a painting. Climbing to the highest point of Qinglong Mountain offers a panoramic view of the harmonious coexistence of peaks and lotuses. Visitors can check in at the Qingqiu filming location of "Eternal Love," encounter ink-wash landscapes in the Caifaqing countryside, and explore the Xihuang Wetland, a sanctuary for hundreds of bird species. The wetland's complex ecosystem of reeds, marshes, lakes, and streams provides opportunities to listen to birdsong, enjoy the fresh wetland breeze, and immerse in birdwatching and wellness. Strolling through the ancient Yi village of Xianrendong, visitors can wander along stone-paved streets lined with traditional Yi houses, experience Yi embroidery, and enjoy bonfire dances and songs. At sunset, the lakeside offers golden views, with evening breezes carrying the fragrance of lotus and the warmth of Yi family life. Extending northward unlocks the highland pastures of Shede and the clear waters of Bailong Lake, where wind turbines sweep across cloud meadows and highland lakes are dotted with emerald islands. In summer, visitors can enjoy refreshing canyon rafting, while in spring and autumn, the golden fields of Babao rice paddies provide picturesque scenes. Whether for a short one-day trip or a two-night in-depth stay, this hidden gem in southeastern Yunnan offers a healing retreat in nature.

Herbal Fragrance Meets Innovation: Panax Notoginseng Wellness and Green Aluminum Manufacturing Journey

Heading east from Wenshan City, travelers embark on a unique journey through the world's Panax notoginseng capital, blending traditional Chinese medicine culture with modern industry. Stops include the Yunnan Qidan Panax Notoginseng Cultural Industrial Park, Tasly Traditional Chinese Medicine Industrial Park, Yunnan Baiyao Digital Panax Notoginseng Industrial Park, and Miaoxiang Panax Notoginseng Science and Technology Park. These destinations reveal the entire industrial chain of Panax notoginseng, from seed breeding and standardized planting to digital testing, intelligent processing, and traceability management. At the Panax Notoginseng Culture Museum, visitors can explore the millennia-old heritage of traditional Chinese medicine, observe 5G smart production workshops and soilless cultivation demonstration bases, and personally sample wellness products like Panax notoginseng flower tea, freeze-dried Panax notoginseng, and Qi Xue Kang. At the academician workstation, they can learn about cutting-edge Panax notoginseng research, experiencing the unique charm of traditional herbal medicine integrated with digital technology. Continuing eastward leads to the Funing Yunnan Shenhuo Aluminum Industrial Tourism Scenic Area, where visitors can explore a garden-style 5G smart hydropower aluminum factory, view the integrated green hydropower aluminum production line, and observe low-carbon aluminum water direct supply processes. This journey combines the ancient wellness of herbal medicine with the cutting-edge innovation of green manufacturing, offering opportunities to see, learn, taste, and experience, unlocking a new way to explore Wenshan's industrial tourism.

Forging the Soul of the Land: Borderland Red Heritage Journey

Starting from Wenshan City and heading west, travelers embark on a red educational journey steeped in the spirit of sacrifice and dedication. Stops include the Wenshan Prefecture Museum to trace red roots, visits to the Sajialong Revolutionary Site, Wang Youde's Former Residence, and Yahuzhai to relive the early revolutionary years in southeastern Yunnan. At the Xichou Dongsheng Commune, visitors can understand the pragmatic spirit of "Waiting is not an option; action brings hope." Heading south to Malipo Laoshan, travelers can visit the Martyrs' Cemetery and tunnel sites, gaze at the vast borderland sea of clouds, and reflect on the patriotic dedication of border guards who defended the nation with their lives, embodying the profound Laoshan spirit. Along the way, they can savor borderland specialties like sour soup fish and "military-civilian unity" dishes, understanding the history of the borderlands through local flavors. Longer routes can extend to Tianbao Port and Maguan border villages, exploring the Poya Songbook intangible cultural heritage village, capturing red memories, borderland scenery, and ethnic heritage in one journey. This route connects red landmarks through roads, offering historical education, national defense learning, and spiritual inspiration, allowing travelers to reflect on the fiery years of the past and draw strength for the future amidst the landscapes.

Three routes, three facets of Wenshan. One route captures the charm of lotus-filled landscapes, with vast waters and breezy lotus fields; another showcases herbal innovation, blending the fragrance of medicine with industrial rejuvenation; the third embodies patriotic spirit, preserving the heartfelt dedication of the borderlands. From the karst lake and mountain secrets to Panax notoginseng wellness workshops, from the millennia-old Yi village life to the red heritage of Laoshan, the layers of landscapes, wellness, industry, red culture, and ethnic charm unfold, making Wenshan a year-round destination. From June to August, enjoy the blooming lotus flowers of Puzhehei; from September to October, photograph the golden rice fields of Babao; and throughout the year, immerse in Panax notoginseng wellness, red education, and ethnic festivals.

The lotus breezes have swept across the thousand peaks of Puzhehei, the herbal fragrance of Panax notoginseng fills the streets of Wenshan, and the sea of clouds over Laoshan awaits travelers. Start your engine, let the wind fill your car windows, and drive along the roads of southeastern Yunnan. Embark on a "Wonderful Wenshan" self-drive journey, and along the way, experience the unique and carefree lifestyle of Yunnan's Panax notoginseng homeland.