We arrived at Yuelu Mountain early in the morning. The guide contacted us a day in advance and arranged a meeting point. His explanation was incredibly detailed; skipping it would have been a wasted trip. The crowds were still quite large this morning, though I only saw the Aiwan Pavilion from a distance. The scenery was beautiful during the hike, and Lushan Temple was tranquil. Outside the entrance, a few young people were setting up stalls, selling two small porcelain bowls with a ring for 20 yuan. The hike wasn't tiring, but we stopped frequently. We visited the tombs of Cai E and Huang Xing, and then descended by cable car. It wasn't crowded at noon, so we didn't have to wait. Once we reached the base, the crowds at the East Gate were so numerous we were glad we'd gotten up early. The fragrance of osmanthus flowers permeated the air along Yuelu Mountain in autumn, creating a refreshing and pleasant breeze.