Wudang District, Guiyang: Launches Signature Staycation IP to Promote Wellness Tourism Development

Recently, Wudang District of Guiyang City, Guizhou Province, officially launched its signature regional tourism IP: "One Spring, One Mountain, One Pastoral – Half-City, Half-Serene Slow Staycation." Leveraging its unique ecological resources of hot springs, forests, and pastoral landscapes, the district aims to build a benchmark destination for suburban slow-living getaways within half an hour of the city center, while showcasing achievements and future plans for the wellness tourism sector.

Plum blossoms in full bloom in Shuitian Town
Photo by Li Yanqiu

Wudang District boasts exceptional natural advantages for staycation tourism. The area is home to 32 natural geothermal hot springs, with mineral-rich waters offering unique wellness benefits. Its 607,000 mu (approximately 40,500 hectares) of lush forests cover more than 60% of the district, creating refreshing summer escapes surrounded by vibrant greenery. Scattered across the countryside are 23 ethnic minority villages, alongside orchards and farmlands, offering seasonal experiences throughout the year—from spring blossoms and summer retreats to autumn harvests and winter hot springs.

Ethnic folk customs in Xinbu Bouyei Township
Photo by Li Yanqiu

Currently, Wudang District has developed 604 staycation-oriented homestays, providing more than 10,000 beds and covering 46 villages across 8 townships. In 2026, the district plans to renovate 450 rural homes for staycation use, with summer retreat bookings expected to increase by 30% year-on-year. Meanwhile, 12 core staycation projects are being advanced to continuously expand high-quality tourism offerings.

Foreign influencer visiting a staycation homestay in Wudang
Photo by Chen Yu

Focusing on three key directions—year-round experiences, new tourism models, and innovative pathways—Wudang District is creating immersive staycation experiences. The district is developing a rural staycation belt featuring "one ring and four zones," with four distinctive areas. It has introduced seasonal themed itineraries, six premium travel routes, and 40 signature homestay dishes. Customized products are also being developed for different visitor groups. Meanwhile, the district is promoting a "Tourism Plus" integration model by combining hot spring therapy, traditional Chinese medicine wellness, intangible cultural heritage, and local herbal resources, extending the wellness industry chain and enriching the staycation experience.
A corner of Huahua Town in Yangchang Town
Photo by Wang Yunzhu
Looking ahead, Wudang District will continue to enhance its profile as a wellness tourism destination by further exploring its ecological and cultural value. Through improving supporting facilities, diversifying tourism offerings, and enriching visitor experiences, the district aims to become a renowned suburban wellness tourism destination in Guizhou and beyond.