Qingyan
Section of Populated Place Well-preserved ancient town with Ming-era architecture
An ancient walled town near Guiyang, Qingyan preserves Ming‑era stone streets, temples and traditional wooden houses; tourists stroll narrow lanes, visit historic gates and sample Guizhou snacks in restored teahouses.
How to Get to Qingyan #
Qingyan is near Guiyang. From Guiyang East Railway Station, regional buses and tourist coaches run to Qingyan Ancient Town (roughly 40-60 minutes). Taxis from Guiyang center take about 40 minutes depending on traffic; follow signs to Qingyan or Qingyan Ancient Town Scenic Area.
Tips for Visiting Qingyan #
- Climb the old city walls early in the morning for cooler light and fewer visitors.
- Visit one of the traditional workshops - stone carving and tea houses still operate in the historic quarters.
- Avoid weekends if possible; domestic tourism can swell poblaciones on national holidays.
Best Time to Visit Qingyan #
Spring and autumn offer the best combination of comfortable weather and manageable crowds in the old town.
Weather & Climate near Qingyan #
Qingyan's climate is classified as Humid Subtropical (Dry Winter) - Humid Subtropical (Dry Winter) climate with warm summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 2°C to 28°C. Abundant rainfall (1129 mm/year), wettest in June with a pronounced dry season.
January
January is the coolest month with highs of 8°C and lows of 2°C. The driest month with just 18 mm and mostly overcast skies.
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February
February is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 3°C. Light rainfall and mostly overcast skies.
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March
March is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 7°C. Moderate rainfall (35 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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April
April is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 12°C. Significant rainfall (101 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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May
May is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 16°C. Significant rainfall (171 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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June
June is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 19°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (214 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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July
July is the warmest month with highs of 28°C and lows of 20°C. Significant rainfall (175 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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August
August is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 19°C. Significant rainfall (133 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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September
September is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 17°C. Regular rainfall (96 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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October
October is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 13°C. Regular rainfall (91 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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November
November is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 8°C. Moderate rainfall (51 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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December
December is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 4°C. Light rainfall and mostly overcast skies.
