Mount Taihua's Autumn/Winter Adventure: Ethereal Bamboo Sea and Sore Legs Coexist! 🏔️

**I. The Origin: Who Says Jiangsu Has No "Majestic" Autumn Colors?** As a "rebellious" travel blogger, I insisted on heading to Jiangsu's mountains in autumn and winter! The result was being completely conquered by Mount Taihua's "ethereal bamboo sea" – here in autumn, the bamboo sea rolls like golden waves, and the sea of clouds cradles the peaks. This ordinary mortal almost achieved "instant enlightenment" while climbing the mountain! 🍁 As the "second highest peak in Southern Jiangsu" (548 meters above sea level), Mount Taihua in autumn and winter has less hustle and bustle and more poetic charm. While cities are still caught in the rat race, this place has entered "fairyland mode": mist wraps around the bamboo sea, sunlight filters through the leaves, casting golden rays, and the entire mountain looks like it has a natural filter. **II. Must-Experience: The Magical Duet of Bamboo Sea and Wonders** 1. **One-Line Sky: A Paradise for the Thin, a "Medical Check-up Center" for the Plump** Squeezing into that rectangular rock crevice, over 40 meters high, I immediately sucked in my stomach – at the narrowest point, I had to turn sideways and press against the wall, and my backpack got stuck halfway! The rock walls were damp like the inside of a refrigerator, with a sliver of sky above. As I moved at a snail's pace, the young woman behind me quipped, "Big brother, is your physique meant to measure the width of the mountain?" 😅 Strongly recommend traveling light. A backpack? No way! 2. **Jiufeng Chan Temple: The "Golden Rain" of Thousand-Year-Old Ginkgo Trees** When I was dog-tired from climbing, I was suddenly showered with "golden rain" from two 1200-year-old ginkgo trees at the summit! The leaves fell like shattered gold, and I squatted on the ground, snapping photos like crazy, only to be teased by an old man: "Youngster, the trees have lived longer than you, be a bit more modest!" 🍂 The temple was built in the Tang Dynasty. Amidst the curling incense smoke, I instantly understood the Buddhist heritage implied by "Taihua first, then Jiuhua." 3. **Bamboo Sea Hike: A "Lung-Cleansing Package" in a Natural Oxygen Bar** Hiking vigorously along the 25-kilometer forest trail, the bamboo waves undulated with the mountain terrain, and I imagined Yu Jiaolong from "Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon" stepping on bamboo tips! Then I missed a step and tumbled into a soft pile of bamboo leaves... Friendly reminder: Watch your step! Watch your step! But when the autumn wind swept through the bamboo sea, the rustling sound was like natural white noise, healing all my emotional distress. 4. **Three Provinces Junction Observation Deck: "Visiting Three Provinces" Without Moving** After reaching the summit, I rushed to the observation deck, standing in Jiangsu, gazing at Zhejiang, and pointing to Anhui. This geography-challenged person instantly became a "spatial management master"! The sea of clouds rolled past my ankles like I was soaring through the sky, though the wind was as strong as a stepmother's slap, almost suffocating me with my scarf covering my face 🌬️. **III. Niche Easter Eggs: Unlocking Local Secrets** - **Qianyuan Village: A "Hidden Paradise" Deep in the Bamboo Forest** After descending the mountain, I ducked into Qianyuan Village at the foot of the mountain. Spring water flowed beside flagstone paths, and an aunt sat by her door weaving bamboo baskets. I paid 10 yuan for a shuttle bus ride around and ended up being invited to drink freshly brewed white tea. The owner grinned, "It's home-fried, smells better than in the city!" Secret tip: The guesthouses in the village are half the price of those in the scenic area, and at night, the stars are so low you could almost scoop them up 📸. - **New Fourth Army Site: A "Time-Travel Drama" of Red Memories** I made a detour to visit the revolutionary site from the Anti-Japanese War period. The deep autumn yellow leaves contrasted with the gray walls, as if I could hear echoes of history. This history-challenged person barely got into character with the help of the explanatory signs. Conclusion: Climbing the mountain and catching up on history, a total win! **IV. Foodie Survival Guide: The Comeback of Wild Delicacies** 1. **Braised Bamboo Shoots with Pork: The "Mountain Delicacy King" of Autumn and Winter** The freshly dug bamboo shoots from the farmhouse were crisp, tender, and sweet, braised with pork belly until it melted in my mouth. This person on a diet tearfully ate three bowls of rice! The owner proudly declared, "You won't find bamboo shoots this fresh in the city!" 2. **Black Rice + White Tea: The Salvation of a Carb Bomb** The glossy, fragrant black rice, paired with a cup of refreshing Taihua white tea, was both cleansing and warming. Secretly, the tea sold directly by tea farmers on the mountainside is cheaper than in the scenic area; you could even use it for a bath and smell fragrant for three days 😋. **V. Hard-Earned Lessons: Ethereal Yet Down-to-Earth!** - **Dressing Formula:** Windproof jacket + lightweight down jacket + non-slip shoes! The temperature difference at the summit is significant; it can be sunny enough for short sleeves during the day, but cold enough for a padded jacket by evening. - **Avoid Pitfalls:** - Be cautious climbing One-Line Sky on rainy days; the stone steps can be as slippery as ice. - When driving, navigate to "Qianyuan Village, Taihua Town," don't trust unofficial guides for shortcuts. - **Photography Tips:** In the morning, capture the inverse light crepuscular rays over the bamboo sea. In the evening, wait for a time-lapse of the sea of clouds. Post them on social media and instantly become a "travel guru." **VI. Conclusion: Mount Taihua in Autumn and Winter, Truly Captivating!** Before this trip, I thought Jiangsu's landscapes were gentle and refined; after returning, I constantly miss the vastness of the bamboo sea, the golden ginkgo, and the comforting sweetness of a bite of braised bamboo shoots. Mount Taihua cures the rat race with its ethereal beauty and defeats boredom with its wild charm – who wouldn't be moved by such a limited-time autumn/winter adventure?