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Best Things to Do
Top 50 Best Things to Do in Anhui [2025]
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Huangshan Scenic Area
4.8
/5
57383 reviews
9.1
From AU$ 20.22
Based on 3,133 reviews
The Peak Of Mount Huangshan | >100 km from downtown
Phone 0559-2590999
Address: No. 1 Tangquan Road, Tangkou Town, Huangshan District, Huangshan City
Recommended sightseeing time: 1.5-2.5 days
Selected for 2 years in a row
Highlights:
Xihai Grand Canyon Hiking Challenge
Pines, rocks, clouds & hot springs
Saved by 1157 users39775 positive reviews
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You can go up the mountain many times within three days. I went there all three days. It was very good. The main attractions are on the route of Ciguang Pavilion in the front mountain, but the road from Ciguang Pavilion to Banshan Temple is very steep. It took 2.5 hours to walk. It took 5 hours and 30 minutes from Ciguang Pavilion to Guangmingding. If you are in a hurry, it is recommended to go up from Ciguang Pavilion and go down from the back mountain of Yungu Temple to Guangmingding, but the attractions are not as good as the front mountain.
The scenery of Xihai Grand Canyon is very good, but it takes a very long time. It takes 5 hours to complete the entire loop. It is recommended to go down from Guangmingding to the bottom of the first and second rings, which takes 2 hours and 30 minutes.
It should be noted that if you live near the South Gate, you cannot go down from the West Gate. It is very far from the South Gate. It is recommended to take the cable car to continue the tour.
You must check in at the Welcoming Pine, Monkey Watching the Sea, and Feilai Stone. Tiandu Peak needs to be booked in advance. The tickets for two days later at 9 pm are very popular. Be sure to pay attention. If you are not physically fit, it is recommended to go up from the old road entrance.
There are Xiaoyaoxi Transfer Station and Zhaixi Transfer Station at the South Gate. Please choose according to where you live. You need to get up early in the morning. It is recommended to get up at 5 o'clock.
Please prepare raincoats, shoe covers, gloves, and hiking poles, otherwise your legs can't stand it. There are water supply points and toilets on the road, usually together. It is recommended to prepare at least two bottles.
Please prepare Snickers, chocolate, and sausages for easy supply during the climb. Be sure to bring one or two staple foods. It's almost noon when you reach Guangmingding. Although there are food on the mountain, it's expensive.
If you hike the whole way, it's basically around 5 pm when you get down the mountain from Yungu Temple, which is basically dinner time.
The things at the foot of the mountain are really conscientious. After visiting so many tourist areas, Huangshan has the best service, and the price is fair and affordable, and the food is not very expensive.
Many hotels may give away free walking sticks, so friends don't rush to buy walking sticks.
The food street is near the South Gate, on the Tangkou Bridge. There are all kinds of cakes, local specialties, souvenirs, etc. under the bridge, and the prices are also very reasonable.
I suggest you go back and have a good rest, climbing is too tiring.
The queue was too long, more than an hour. Fortunately, it was not too hot in the morning, otherwise it would be terrible. No matter how early you get up, you still have to queue.
It took three hours to walk up the mountain. It was more convenient to take the cable car. I went down the mountain from 6 am to 6 pm, but I still missed a few attractions😭
It was amazing along the way, it is worth a visit.
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Hongcun Village
4.5
/5
40080 reviews
8.6
From AU$ 31.92
Based on 601 reviews
In Hongcun scenic area | >100 km from downtown
Phone 0559-5541158 （08:00—17:00）
Address: No. 003, Qianjie Street, Hongcun Scenic Area, Hongcun Town, Yi County, Huangshan City
Recommended sightseeing time: 2-3 hours
No.1 of Night Attractions in Anhui
Highlights:
Unique village layout & scenery
Unique village & exquisite carvings
Saved by 366 users26062 positive reviews
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The cultural atmosphere of Hongcun is very good. You can eat, shop, do makeup, take photos, and the moonlight on Nanhu Lake is beyond the picture. It is very relaxing to slow down. It is a tourist attraction suitable for all ages. There were not many tourists at the end of July. The experience was very good. The streets were clean, the villagers were hospitable, and the accommodation and meals were very satisfactory. It is worth coming again.
As a famous ancient village in Huangshan, the commercial atmosphere is indeed strong, but the scenery is really beautiful, with white walls and black tiles, blue sky and white clouds, surrounded by mountains, especially the reflections of Nanhu Lake and Yuezhao.
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Jiuhua Mountain
4.8
/5
19391 reviews
8.4
From AU$ 4.05
>100 km from downtown
Phone 0566-2831288
Address: Jiuhua Shan, Qingyang, Chizhou, China
Recommended sightseeing time: 1-2 days
Highlights:
Ksitigarbha Bodhisattva's sacred site
Sunrise & clouds at Tiantai
Saved by 108 users16077 positive reviews
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The 50-yuan mountain bus allows unlimited rides, which is great. Our first stop was at the foot of the small terrace, and we climbed the mountain for a while, then returned to the starting point, and took the bus again to the terminal station, Phoenix Pine, and climbed to the highest peak, Ten Kings Peak, with an altitude of 1,344 meters. We came back and took the scenic bus and visited the Flesh Palace.
### **Jiuhua Mountain Review: The perfect integration of Buddhist holy places and natural wonders** Jiuhua Mountain, one of the four famous mountains of Chinese Buddhism, is located in Qingyang County, Chizhou City, Anhui Province, famous for the "Lotus Buddha Country". This is not only a Taoist site for Tibetan Bodhisattvas, but also a tourist attraction integrating religious culture, natural scenery and geological wonders. #### **1. Buddhist culture has a deep heritage** Jiuhua Mountain has become a Buddhist holy place since the Tang Dynasty when Prince Jin Qiaojue of Silla practiced here as a Buddha. There are 99 existing temples on the mountain, of which **Huacheng Temple ** (Kaishan Zu Temple), **Bodhisattva Temple ** (Honoring the true body of the Tibetan Bodhisattva), **Hundred Years Palace ** (Inadequate Master's Body) and so on. The incense is full, and the believers are endless, especially on the 30th July of the Lunar Calendar (Birthday of the Tibetan Bodhisattva), and there are many pilgrims. The atmosphere is solemn. #### **2. Natural scenery is magnificent** Jiuhua Mountain main peak** Shiwangfeng** is 1342 meters above sea level, the mountain is steep, the strange peaks are full of rocks, and the sea of clouds, sunrise, sunset and other sky elephant wonders are frequent. The main attractions include: -** rooftop scenic spot**: climb to the top to overlook the mountains, and the sea of clouds is like a fairyland. - **Huatai Scenic Area**: famous for its strange pine stones and alpine rhododendrons, suitable for hiking photography. - **Liyuan Bamboo Sea**: 10,000 mu of bamboo forest, quiet and quiet, is a summer resort. #### **3. Rich travel experience** - **Cableway convenience**: Rooftop, Huatai, and Baisui Palace have cableway, saving physical strength. - **Vegetarian culture**: Jiuhua Street provides special vegetarian dishes such as wild vegetable cakes and Jiuhua Huangjing soup. - **Special activities**: such as Labashi Congee, Temple Fair, etc., so that tourists can feel Buddhist folk customs. #### **4. Commercialization and pit avoidance suggestions** Jiuhua Mountain is more commercialized, and some temples have incense sales phenomenon. It is recommended: - buy tickets in advance on official channels (160 yuan in peak season, 140 yuan in off-season). - Avoid the first, 15th and holidays, and reduce queue time. - Self-driving tourists pay attention to the need to transfer to the scenic bus to go up the mountain during peak season. #### **5. Summary** Jiuhua Mountain has the beauty of religious culture and nature, suitable for: ✅ **Buddhist believers**Pilgrimage praying for blessings and feeling Zen. ✅ **Nature lovers**Climbing and watching the scenery and enjoying the sea of clouds and pine. ✅ **Cultural Traveler** Visit the ancient temple and experience Huizhou architecture. If there is enough time, it is recommended to visit 2-3 Tianjin In-depth Tour, with the mountain **Dayuan Cultural Park ** (99 meters of Tibetan holy statue) better.
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Xidi
4.6
/5
9624 reviews
7.8
From AU$ 8.09
Xidi scenic area | >100 km from downtown
Phone 0559-5154030
Address: Xidi Village, Xidi Town, Yixian County, Huangshan City
Recommended sightseeing time: 2-4 hours
No.2 of Night Attractions in Anhui
Highlights:
Exquisite carvings & intricate details
Reflections & architecture like paintings
Saved by 148 users6948 positive reviews
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This is a picturesque place. If you are with the elderly and children, don't hesitate. This attraction is very fun and you don't have to walk too much. The scenery is picturesque and it feels like someone is swimming in a painting.
This is a picturesque place. If you are with the elderly and children, don't hesitate. This attraction is very fun and you don't have to walk too much. The scenery is picturesque and it feels like someone is swimming in a painting.
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Cheng Kan
4.3
/5
3416 reviews
7.6
Based on 72 reviews
Huizhou Chengkan Town | >100 km from downtown
Phone 0559-3537777
Address: No.7, Baolun Road, Chengkan Town, Huizhou District, Huangshan City
Recommended sightseeing time: 2-3 hours
No.3 of Night Attractions in Anhui
Highlights:
Unique "Mantou" ceremony experience
Reflections & picturesque Hui architecture
1895 positive reviews10K views in last month
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It's worth it if there's a fish lantern festival during the Chinese New Year. Normally, it feels like an ordinary ancient town, but but! You really have to go in and see the ancestral hall inside. It's really amazing. The beauty of the ancient architecture can't be described in words. I recommend it. Hahaha.
But there are always villagers who come up and ask if they want a tour guide to follow you. I feel a little uncomfortable. I don't like this. It's okay to ask. They have to follow me all the time. I'm really scared of social phobia.
Chengkan is a small scenic spot that has not been overdeveloped. The overall experience is good. It is also possible to take ancient photos here. It takes about 1-2 hours to complete the tour. I found a local as a guide, which was actually not bad.
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Tianzhu Mountain
4.7
/5
4740 reviews
7.5
From AU$ 27.77
Based on 6 reviews
>100 km from downtown
Phone 400-0556-900
Address: Chazhuang Country, Qianshan, Anqing, Anhui, China, 246309
Recommended sightseeing time: 1-2 days
No.2 of Water fun & Cool Retreats in Anhui
Highlights:
Ridge to breathtaking cliff platform
Breathtaking sunrise & cloud sea
3044 positive reviews10K views in last month
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The room is very satisfactory, cost-effective, very close to the urban area, very convenient for eating and taking the bus, very clean, very good ...
The mountains and waters are unique in the world. The water is all clear and blue, and you can see the bottom a thousand feet down. You can see the fish and small rocks clearly. The rapids are as fast as arrows, and the waves are as fierce as running water. There are cold trees growing on the high mountains on both sides of the bank.
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7
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Qiyunshan Mountain Ecological And Cultural Tourism Zone
4.6
/5
4328 reviews
7.4
From AU$ 12.35
Based on 25 reviews
>100 km from downtown
Phone 0559-2677777
Address: About 15 km west of Xiuning County, Huangshan City
Recommended sightseeing time: 1-2 days
No.3 of Water fun & Cool Retreats in Anhui
Highlights:
Cliff caves & fairy springs
Cable car: panoramic Danxia views
2693 positive reviews10K views in last month
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Online ticket booking is very convenient. Qiyun Mountain is very spiritual. Although it is not too high, it is very suitable for parent-child climbing. Find a guide to explain and accompany you along the way, which is very suitable. You can also find small dinosaur fossils inside, which is very interesting!
Qiyun Mountain is one of the four famous Taoist mountains in China. Taoists have been active here since the Qianyuan period of the Tang Dynasty. During the Ming Dynasty, Taoism gradually took shape and became a sect of the Quanzhen Sect of Wudang Mountain, known as the "Little Wudang in Jiangnan". The many Taoist buildings on the mountain, such as the Xuantian Taisu Palace, carry rich Taoist cultural connotations.
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Huizhou Ancient Town
4.1
/5
2284 reviews
7.3
Based on 30 reviews
Huizhou Ancient City/Shexian County | >100 km from downtown
Phone 0559-6526108
Address: About 100 meters northeast of the intersection of Huizhou Road and Xin'an Road, She County, Huangshan City (about 50 meters southeast of Chengguan Primary School, She County)
Recommended sightseeing time: 2-3 hours
No.1 of Family-Friendly Attractions in Anhui
Highlights:
Unique nighttime views & experiences
Cobblestone streets & fishing village
Saved by 106 users1231 positive reviews
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The ancient city of Huizhou is located in Huicheng Town, She County, Huangshan City, Anhui Province. It covers a total area of 24.7 square kilometers. It is a national historical and cultural city and a national 5A-level scenic spot. It was first built in the Qin Dynasty and is divided into an inner city and an outer city, with four gates in the east, west, south and north. It is the birthplace of "Hui studies". There are many cultural relics in the city, including Xuguo Stone Archway, Yuliangba and other national key cultural relics protection units, as well as Doushan Street, Tao Xingzhi Memorial Hall and other attractions. In addition, the Huizhou architecture and traditional folk culture here are also very distinctive, attracting many tourists to visit.
The ancient city of Huizhou is located in Huicheng Town, She County, Huangshan City, Anhui Province. It covers a total area of 24.7 square kilometers and is a national historical and cultural city and a national 5A-level scenic spot. The ancient city was built in the Qin Dynasty and is divided into an inner city and an outer city, with a unique city-in-city style. It is the birthplace of "Hui studies" and has many cultural relics, including Xuguo Stone Archway, Yuliangba and other national key cultural relics protection units. There are also attractions such as Dousan Street and Tao Xingzhi Memorial Hall. In addition, the Hui-style architecture and Xin'an River Landscape Gallery are also fascinating.
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Guniujiang Nature Reserve
4.3
/5
2224 reviews
7.3
From AU$ 22.01
>100 km from downtown
Phone 0566-6028755(景区服务)
Address: New Countryside, Dayan Township, Shitai County, Chizhou City
Recommended sightseeing time: 4-5 hours
No.1 of Water fun & Cool Retreats in Anhui
Highlights:
Evening halo phenomenon: May-August
Climb Wannan's third-highest peak
1350 positive reviews10K views in last month
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This is a picturesque place. If you are with the elderly and children, don't hesitate. This attraction is very fun and you don't have to walk too much. The scenery is picturesque and it feels like someone is swimming in a painting.
This is a picturesque place. If you are with the elderly and children, don't hesitate. This attraction is very fun and you don't have to walk too much. The scenery is picturesque and it feels like someone is swimming in a painting.
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Sanhe Ancient Town
4.7
/5
4277 reviews
7.1
Based on 27 reviews
34.4 km from downtown
Phone 0551-68757113
Address: Junction of Feixi, Shucheng and Qijiang counties in the south end of Feixi County, Hefei City
Recommended sightseeing time: 3-4 hours
No.6 of Night Attractions in Anhui
Highlights:
Boat tour: six rivers & streets
Cruise through rivers & shores
Saved by 189 users2800 positive reviews
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Sanhe Ancient Town is really delicious! Blue stone road, white walls and black tiles, any shot is like a postcard. The rice dumplings and tea are so delicious that they can't stop, but people are a bit crowded on weekends. It is particularly pleasant to take a boat to look at the old houses on both sides of the Straits. The boatman explained that the accent was almost not understood. The things sold in the commercial street are a bit homogenous, but the overall price is not pitted. Suitable for a long time to stroll around slowly, if you want to experience the Huizhou water town style, you can rush! (It’s a little far from the city, and the taxi hurts)
The ancient charm of Sanhe Ancient Town is long, and the blue stone road and white walls and tiles outline the typical Jianghuai water town style. Walk in the old street, Yang Zhenning's old residence, Liu Tongxinglongzhuang and other historical buildings are well preserved, and the wooden carving gate buildings and masonry courtyards show the legacy of the Qing Dynasty. Traveling through the Xiaonan River by awning boat, the horse head wall on both sides reflects the blue waves, which is quite interesting for the "Water Town Gallery". The aroma of special snacks such as rice dumplings and dried tea is fragrant, but some shops are a little regrettable with homogenization. Overall, this millennium ancient town with both military fortress and commercial gene, Still impressed by the original ecological atmosphere of life and the unexploited simplicity, half-day leisure travel can appreciate the concentrated essence of the humanities in the middle of the river
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