Liupanshui: The Cool City of China Attracting Tourists with Unique Climate
Liupanshui: The Cool City of China
Liupanshui, renowned as the 'Cool City of China,' situated in Southwest China's Guizhou province, is reinventing itself through the tourism sector, benefitting from its distinct climate and rich cultural heritage. Zhang Dingchao, the Party secretary of Liupanshui and a deputy to the 14th National People's Congress, has highlighted the city's commitment to achieving high-quality developmental goals by promoting tourism.
The city boasts an average yearly temperature of 15°C, making it an appealing destination throughout the year. Since its recognition by the Chinese Meteorological Society in 2005, Liupanshui has developed several attractions, particularly focusing on winter sports. Visitors can take advantage of its three expansive outdoor ski resorts that cater to winter sports enthusiasts looking for alternatives to northern climates.
In 2025, Liupanshui recorded over 6.5 million overnight visitors, a remarkable 10% increase from the previous year and a significant 67.3% surge compared to 2020. This upward trend places Liupanshui as the second most visited city in Guizhou, a testament to its growing popularity as a tourist hotspot. Furthermore, it has earned accolades such as a