How about Shuifu Grand Canyon?

When I first arrived in Zhaotong, I heard that there was a Grand Canyon with abundant water. The hot springs in the canyon were well-known in Sichuan, Yunnan, Chongqing, and the north and south of the Yangtze River. The Grand Canyon is located at San Gongzhi outside Shuifu County, Zhaotong City. It is located on the bank of the Jinshao River. It is a canyon between Longcang Rock and Ma Nao Mountain. It is only more than 40 minutes' drive from Yibin City, Sichuan. It is also 50 minutes' drive from Zhaotong. It takes about six hours by train. Shuifu was once an important town on the ancient "Southern Silk Road". Now Shuifu has unique natural and transportation advantages. Trains such as the Neilongjiang-Kunming Line and the Chengdu-Kunming Line all pass through Shuifu County. Moreover, trains from Neijiang to Zhaotong leave in the morning and arrive at night, so the transportation is extremely convenient.

Because I have always heard the locals say how beautiful the scenery of the Grand Canyon is, I, who love traveling, must not miss it. Now I am ready for everything and only need the east wind, and I have no time. Finally, after looking forward to a weekend holiday, all 8 of us got ready and boarded the train from Zhaotong to Neijiang. My friends and colleagues who were traveling with me had not taken a train for many years, so everyone was very excited after getting on the train. The atmosphere was lively and chatting and laughing along the way. However, when my friends said that the journey from Zhaotong to Shuifu only takes more than six hours, they all lamented the journey. It was so close that it was hard to get on the train, and everyone seemed to want to ride the train to the end. The train has been traveling along the river. Looking up through the window, we can see tall mountains. Along the way, we can feel the majesty of the Zhaotong Mountains. From time to time, we can see the rhododendrons in full bloom from the opposite mountain. The salt of Zhaotong City passing by on the way. Jin County can also vaguely see the ancient Tea Horse Road and the hanging coffins of people. The Tea Horse Road was the only way to enter Yunnan from other provinces a long time ago. The road is only five feet wide, also known as the Five Feet Road. It is known as the Yunnan The title of the first pass in the south. We were dazzled by the scenery along the way. The train arrived at Shuifu Station at around 2 o'clock in the afternoon. As soon as we got off the train, we felt that the weather in Shuifu was very cold. My friend said that such weather is the most suitable for hot spring bathing. After leaving the station, we took a taxi and went straight to the Grand Canyon Hot Spring. On the way to the canyon, the driver introduced us to the developing Shuifu. Now Shuifu is building the Xiangjiaba Hydropower Station. When completed, it will be the second largest hydropower station in my country. , second only to the Three Gorges Hydropower Station. After the dam is closed in October this year, it will be the first port of the Yangtze River. The current hot springs in the Grand Canyon will be submerged and no longer exist, but a new hot spring resort will be built on the top of the mountain. It sounds like I came at the right time. If I come here in the future, I won’t be able to see the authentic Grand Canyon Hot Springs.

As soon as you enter the canyon, you will see an open parking lot and well-proportioned buildings. The Shuifu Grand Canyon is surrounded by mountains and rivers, and is a natural fit with the majestic mountains. There is no commercial tourist attraction in the resort. The atmosphere is more leisurely and natural. Countless boulders are covered with ivy, which adds a lot to the beauty of the scenic spot. After arranging our accommodation, we couldn't wait to put on our swimsuits and experience the joy of soaking in the hot springs. The hot spring pool is only 100 meters away from where we live. When we got to the pool, we jumped into the water one by one like dumplings. There are many spring pools in the valley. The big ones can accommodate a thousand people, while the small ones can only accommodate a thousand people. There were three or four people, and there were many types of hot springs, including rose petal pools, vinegar pools, beer pools, milk pools, etc. We soaked from one pool to another. Finally, we found a spring pool closest to our residence and soaked in it. And took a nap, lying in the pool and looking at the mountains on both sides of the bank and the reeds beside the pool, immersing myself in the embrace of nature, truly experiencing the harmony between man and nature, and feeling extremely comfortable.

I got up early the next day and wanted to take a walk, so I walked alone along the artificial stream to the riverside, watching the gurgling water and the five-color goldfish in the water. As I swam, I envied and lamented how many people in the world could be as free as fish. There is a tree-lined embankment next to the creek. The willow trees are now in full green. This scene reminds me of the Sudi embankment in Hangzhou's West Lake that is full of willow trees. I didn't expect to see such a beautiful scenery here.

You can have a panoramic view of the Jinsha River from the corridor of Liudi. On the turbulent river, there is an iron barge tugboat going up the river. I suddenly felt a little emotional, thinking that my life would be like this. Just like this iron barge tugboat, when the boat of destiny is sailing towards the other shore carrying ideals, I am also facing difficulties like this. Although there are many dangers and obstacles on the voyage, the true meaning of life is to always move towards what you want. If you work hard and struggle in the direction you want to reach, you will eventually reach your destination.

This trip to the Grand Canyon was short-lived. We left reluctantly, but the hot springs in the Grand Canyon washed away the dust on our bodies, and the beautiful scenery of the Grand Canyon washed away the irritability of the soul. The moment of leisure makes my heart feel empty. Nature is really magical. She not only gives you so many beautiful things, but also teaches you many things. Maybe life is like this. When you are in a hurry, you will always overlook a lot of things. You must learn to stop at the right time, sort out the footsteps that are chaotic because of the rush, and sort out the thoughts that are heavy and confused, and feel it with your heart. Everything around you is sublimated to the realm of life in tranquility.