Things to do in Yuan'an

This is a great place to escape the summer heat. At over 1,300 meters above sea level, the temperature at the foot of the mountain is 38 degrees Celsius, while atop it's only 30 degrees Celsius at noon and 20 degrees Celsius at night—very cool. The sun doesn't burn you, so wear sunscreen. If you drive to the north gate, parking is free. The scenic shuttle bus is very convenient and you can take it anywhere, stopping at your destination. Unlike some tourist attractions, where you have to transfer to an electric bus twice after taking the shuttle bus, this one goes all the way to the destination. The glass skywalk and the roller coaster are perfect for young children, but there's no package deal for the glass slide, so I didn't try it. Grass skiing is a downhill ride on a small slide, not on real grass. The deer in the deer park are also adorable, with free-range baby deer. The horseback riding at the stables was okay, and the horses were very docile. Food and drinks are a bit pricey, typical for tourist attractions. The Hawthorn Tree Love is just average; it's just a quick stop, so don't expect too much. This is primarily a summer getaway and a relaxing getaway.

The Three Gorges Waterfall experience is excellent. The waterfall has a large drop and is very impressive. A unique feature is that you can walk under the waterfall and immerse yourself in the water mist. August, the height of summer, is the best time to visit, as it's cool and refreshing. It's recommended to bring your own raincoat if you visit in summer; they can be purchased at the entrance of the scenic area at a reasonable price. I haven't experienced it in winter, so I can't comment on that yet.

Well built. We all like it here. Good

It seems like it's been seven or eight years since I last visited Mingfeng Mountain. Mingfeng Mountain has been known since ancient times as "Wudang is far, Mingfeng is perilous." After entering the scenic area gate, it's a ten-minute walk to the mountain gate. Along the way, you can admire the Danxia landforms while exploring. The scenery isn't particularly stunning, but it has its own unique charm. After passing the mountain gate, the climb begins. The entire route is said to be over 700 meters long, entirely made up of man-made steps carved into the sandstone mountain. The steps vary in height and are arranged in a staggered, harmonious way, blending seamlessly with the mountain as if naturally formed. There are several stone benches along the way for resting. With a bit of effort, you can reach the summit in about half an hour. Enjoying the mountain breeze and the distant view of Yuan'an County, it's a truly exhilarating experience.

A family of five, we have an annual tourist pass, and two elderly people over 70 years old are free. The main caves are one after another, very good and very cool! Not many people, not crowded, worth a visit!

The tour takes approximately 3.5 hours. From the visitor transfer center, take a sightseeing bus to Tanziling. After descending Tanziling, proceed to the 185 Park, where you can take an electric cart or walk. From the 185 Park, take a sightseeing bus to the Interception Memorial Park. Finally, take a sightseeing bus to the Miniature Landscape Park (the park's exit), concluding the tour.

The scenery was beautiful, especially after the rain, like walking through a painting; the tour guide at the Three Gorges Dam was beautiful, had a lovely voice, and provided thorough explanations; the young man who accompanied us was professional, dedicated, and provided detailed explanations and made excellent arrangements! Highly recommended!

This time, I took my parents, both in their eighties, on a trip and chose the Yichang Jiaoyun Group package. Thankfully, it was a premium itinerary; the tour guide contacted us the day before departure to make the arrangements. Our guide, Mr. Wu, was patient and attentive, providing a car pick-up, a private entrance to our VIP seats on the fourth floor, and even fruit and snacks. He explained each attraction and helped us take photos at the most beautiful spots, making us feel very safe and secure. At the Three Gorges Dam Museum, our guide, Ms. Ziyi, was incredibly professional, answering all our questions fluently and giving us a deeper understanding of the engineering and management. A salute to everyone who has contributed to the Three Gorges Dam! Yichang is wonderful; we'll definitely come back! 💕

My visit was unfortunately foggy but its still beautiful. 999 steps up was hard but did it 😂🙏🏻

This place is awesome but as expected quite crowded. It highly depends on the weather but still the views are simply stunning. Everything is clearly organised and smooth from chill to a more adventurous day.