Chenzhou Travel Recommendations for 2024 (Updated in Mar)
Dongjiang Lake Scenic Area Travel Recommendations for 2024 (Updated in Mar)
Misty Dongjiang Lake (东江湖)
Dongjiang Lake, a reservoir located in Chenzhou, southeast of Hunan Province. Worth experiencing a combination of lakes, dams, mountains and caves with waterfalls and forests. The largest artificial lake in Hunan situated at Zixing (so be prepared to spend a whole day after entering into the scenic spot😁)
Attractions - Misty “Little” Dongjiang River, Dongjiang Dam, Hougushan Waterfall and Longjing Canyon
Specialty - Dongjiang fish; one of the four special products in Chenzhou and Chuyun Fairy Tea(black tea actually 😅)
Opening Hours - 07:00-17:30
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Dongjiang Lake, Chenzhou, Hunan
Dongjiang Lake is a huge area with tons of things to see, do and explore. When entering you can buy tickets which include bus and boat and rafting tickets. The bus takes you past a dam and to the main area with restaurants and shops. You can then walk to some of the waterfalls and shorter paths. The boat from there takes you to the island after a 20 min cruise where you can do more walks or go into the huge limestone karst cave which you can see in my pictures is truly spectacular. There is an option of white water rafting on the other side of the lake which I didn't try.
The cave was the biggest highlight for me, it was cool and damp and the paths lead you up and down and around the maze like cave for about a 20-30 minute walk. There are bats on the ceiling and huge limestone features everywhere lit up by multicoloured lights. It's like an alien world and something that no pictures do justice. The cave is very large and at the end of the path you can buy souvenirs.
In dongjiang lake I would recommend trying some local small spicy fish snacks.
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Chenzhou 2-day tour | Xiaodongjiang travel guide
| Xiaodongjiang travel guide. Chenzhou 2-day tour | Xiaodongjiang + Gaoyiling travel guide📝
Chenzhou is really suitable for a 2-day tour! Who knows! The route recommended by the locals, eating, drinking, playing and taking pictures are all available and not too tired
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🚄Transportation: Shenzhen North to and from Chenzhou West High-speed Rail within 2.5h
Day1️⃣Xiaodongjiang
🛶View: The ticket is 80r, there is no fog in April, and May-June is the fog viewing season (see the fog before 8 o'clock), but there are all-day boat netting performances, and you can reach it by walking for 20 minutes after entering the door. After watching the netting, you can take the scenic bus to the dam (20 minutes walk is very easy)
📷Shoot: The small pavilion down the steps when you enter the park is suitable for cheongsam and national style girls🍃The colorful floating bridge after passing the dam is also very photogenic
🐟Eat: Don't miss the grilled fish at the mouth of the dam! Be sure to eat the first roast, the chili powder is very fragrant🌶️The dried ones are not local fish and are not recommended to buy
Overall, it is suitable for people who love to see landscapes but do not like too heavy~
Dongjiang Lake Travel Guide in Chenzhou
Time: It is suggested to go at 6:00 in the morning (if you go late, the fog will disperse, lacking atmosphere)
⛅️Weather: Be sure to go on a foggy day, it's absolutely beautiful.
🏕Tour route: You can buy tickets on site, or you can group purchase online, there are discounts for student ID, you can queue up for the bus directly after ticket checking, there are 4 viewing platforms in total, it is recommended to get off at the 2nd viewing platform‼️There are fishermen casting nets there! It's the best place to take pictures, sometimes they cast nets every 15 minutes, sometimes every 30 minutes. Then you can walk along the river to the next viewing platform, the air is very good, and the environment is also refreshing. The last viewing point also has waterfalls, but they are all small waterfalls, if you like, you can walk around and take pictures, the last viewing point has a lot of food shops, but there is nothing particularly amazing, the grilled fish is not bad. If you are tired, you can take the bus directly back to the starting point.
📸Photo guide: It is recommended to wear elegant, clean or flowing clothes, which will be more in line with the artistic conception there. Personally, I think the best place to take portraits is at the glass plank road‼️You can take more pictures! It's about in the middle section of the 2nd-3rd viewing platform. At the third viewing point, you can take a large area of the river surface, but the railings there are a bit rigid for shooting, not suitable for full-body shots. If you are taking pictures of the scenery, you must have a few of the fishermen casting nets, almost everyone's first stop is for this, then walking along the river, you can take pictures at will, it's very atmospheric.
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Gaoyiling Scenic Area Travel Recommendations for 2024 (Updated in Mar)
Hunan Binzhou|A place where you can see snow scenes 2h from Guangzhou
In Hunan Chenzhou, trekking through mountains and rivers, climbing up to the Five Finger Peak, the temperature is below zero, looking for icicles🧊 snowflakes❄️ on the plank road hanging hundreds of meters high on the mountain side.
Where is it? Yes, it's Hunan Chenzhou! A meaningful world😌
Reach out and you can touch the sunshine☀ gently break the tenderness of the snowflakes⛄️
Where is it? Yes, it's Hunan Chenzhou! A world where people can indulge in life😌
Chenzhou mountain top, a fairyland on earth🌈
Cold wind piercing, snowflakes falling❄️
Foggy, ice and snow hanging🧊
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🚩 Location: Chenzhou Mangshan Five Finger Peak
👣 Scenic Area Evaluation: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
💁♀️ Editor's suggestion: Wear good cold protection equipment, prepare enthusiasm and curiosity, and start an unparalleled adventure!
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📝Preparation:
1️⃣Transportation: High-speed rail arrives at Chenzhou West Station, 2 hours drive to the scenic area! Here is a suggestion, Chenzhou attractions are relatively scattered, it is not convenient to take a taxi. It is more reasonable to book a regular custom tour independent group in advance, without worrying about the constraints of group tours, black car carpooling tours, gathering time, play time, and being controlled by poor hotels!
2️⃣Equipment: Remember to bring warm clothes and non-slip shoes, because the snow on the mountain will be slippery!
3️⃣Time: The viewing time is every winter, especially in January and February, the fog and snow scenery at this time is spectacular!
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🔆3 days and 2 nights essence itinerary:
❣️Day1: Arrive in Chenzhou-Check in Mangshan 5-star hot spring hotel-Soak in the net red infinity hot spring in the afternoon
❣️Day2: Mangshan Five Finger Peak East Gate-Cable Car-Flat Road Plank Road-Motianling Elevator-Stay near Dongjiang Lake
❣️Day3: Chenzhou Gao Yiling-Wa Yao Ping Ancient Town-Return home
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🌄Five Finger Peak Strategy:
1️⃣Mountain climbing: After arriving at Mangshan Five Finger Peak, we need to take a cable car for 25 minutes. The mountain scenery along the way is very beautiful, especially the forest covered with fog, which makes people feel like they are in a fairy tale world!
2️⃣Fog viewing: Fog is formed when cold air meets clouds, they condense on tree branches, forming beautiful ice crystals, as if nature is wearing a gorgeous white dress!
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🌬️ The magical beauty of the fog and snow scenery:
Imagine that the entire mountain peak is surrounded by frozen fog, as if in a fairy tale world. The branches and leaves of the trees are all covered with crystal clear ice crystals, like a fairyland in silver.
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❣️Other beautiful scenery in Chenzhou
1️⃣Gao Yiling Scenic Area: The Danxia landform here is a business card of Chenzhou! The towering red mountains and unique landform landscapes all show the craftsmanship of nature.
2️⃣Dongjiang Lake Scenic Area: The clear river water shines with gem-like light under the sun, surrounded by mountains, as if it is a landscape line between heaven and earth.
3️⃣Yangtian Lake Prairie: When you set foot on this vast prairie, you will be shocked by the beauty of the green grass and lake water.
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📝 Travel strategy tips:
1️⃣ Time selection: The fog and snow scenery period is in winter every year, generally from November to February of the following year.
2️⃣ Dressing suggestions: Because the altitude is high and the temperature on the mountain top is low, be sure to keep warm. It is recommended to wear a thick down jacket, a windproof jacket, a warm hat and gloves, and also prepare non-slip shoes.
3️⃣ Chenzhou Gao Yiling: Mainly outdoor activities, it is recommended not to be too heavy, wear flat sports shoes to play.
Danxia Platform@Gaoyiling, Hunan
Location - Right at the junction of Qiaokou Town, Suxian District, Chenzhou City, Hunan Province.
Getting There - It is about 30km away from Xiaodong Hu, getting a Didi to destination is available.
Attractions - Composed of unique natural wonders and the Danxia landforms creates an extraordinary sights that leave the visitors amazed(I was at least😂).
*Notes: Always be careful on the steps during the visit by any mean necessary and do not attempt to climb the high canyon abyss during wet days. Safety matters😊
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Gaoyiling scenic area, Chenzhou, Hunan
Getting There - Taxi or car from Chenzhou takes about 30 minutes. Close to Fetian mountain.
Attractions - Scenic views, hiking trails, small rural village with a chicken farm, glass bridge
Hotels - none close by, closest in Chenzhou
Food & Restaurants - small stands selling water and snacks but no restaurants.
Gaoyiling scenic area is an amazing place for walking and hiking and seeing awesome views. The landscape is interbedded red sandstone hills with steep drops into rivers and small lakes surrounding. The views are simply awe inspiring. When walking around here I would recommend a sun umbrella, sun screen and lots of water. You can buy water and other drinks here from the locals. There is a 20RMB charge to enter the hiking trails. When high on some hills take extreme caution near edges as the drop offs are steep and lethal, some are not fenced off. The only downside is the hills have quite a lot of trash so make sure to take yours home with you and be a good tourist. It's also extremely hot here in peak summer so maybe avoid that time of year.
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GaoYi Ridge|Stunning Danxia Landform
GaoYi Ridge(高椅岭), located in GaoYi Village, Chenzhou, Hunan Province, China, is famous for its stunning red cliffs and brooks with greenery. If lucky enough, you can see some wild goats. There are some steep stairs, but you won't feel tired at all with such amazing views.
Visit hours: 2-3 hours
Best time: 4- 7 PM, when it's not too hot but also can enjoy nice sunset.
Tips:
* You may be surprised by it's beauty when first arrive, but the most beautiful part is on the peak.
* If you have a drone, highly suggested to bring it so that you can take a whole and fantastic view of GaoYi Ridge, but do watch out and step out the ridge.
* If taking pics, watch out of the steep cliffs.
* Pls bring your own trash to the dustbin.
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Mangshan· Wuzhifeng Sceneic Area Travel Recommendations for 2024 (Updated in Mar)
Hunan Binzhou|A place where you can see snow scenes 2h from Guangzhou
In Hunan Chenzhou, trekking through mountains and rivers, climbing up to the Five Finger Peak, the temperature is below zero, looking for icicles🧊 snowflakes❄️ on the plank road hanging hundreds of meters high on the mountain side.
Where is it? Yes, it's Hunan Chenzhou! A meaningful world😌
Reach out and you can touch the sunshine☀ gently break the tenderness of the snowflakes⛄️
Where is it? Yes, it's Hunan Chenzhou! A world where people can indulge in life😌
Chenzhou mountain top, a fairyland on earth🌈
Cold wind piercing, snowflakes falling❄️
Foggy, ice and snow hanging🧊
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🚩 Location: Chenzhou Mangshan Five Finger Peak
👣 Scenic Area Evaluation: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
💁♀️ Editor's suggestion: Wear good cold protection equipment, prepare enthusiasm and curiosity, and start an unparalleled adventure!
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📝Preparation:
1️⃣Transportation: High-speed rail arrives at Chenzhou West Station, 2 hours drive to the scenic area! Here is a suggestion, Chenzhou attractions are relatively scattered, it is not convenient to take a taxi. It is more reasonable to book a regular custom tour independent group in advance, without worrying about the constraints of group tours, black car carpooling tours, gathering time, play time, and being controlled by poor hotels!
2️⃣Equipment: Remember to bring warm clothes and non-slip shoes, because the snow on the mountain will be slippery!
3️⃣Time: The viewing time is every winter, especially in January and February, the fog and snow scenery at this time is spectacular!
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🔆3 days and 2 nights essence itinerary:
❣️Day1: Arrive in Chenzhou-Check in Mangshan 5-star hot spring hotel-Soak in the net red infinity hot spring in the afternoon
❣️Day2: Mangshan Five Finger Peak East Gate-Cable Car-Flat Road Plank Road-Motianling Elevator-Stay near Dongjiang Lake
❣️Day3: Chenzhou Gao Yiling-Wa Yao Ping Ancient Town-Return home
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🌄Five Finger Peak Strategy:
1️⃣Mountain climbing: After arriving at Mangshan Five Finger Peak, we need to take a cable car for 25 minutes. The mountain scenery along the way is very beautiful, especially the forest covered with fog, which makes people feel like they are in a fairy tale world!
2️⃣Fog viewing: Fog is formed when cold air meets clouds, they condense on tree branches, forming beautiful ice crystals, as if nature is wearing a gorgeous white dress!
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🌬️ The magical beauty of the fog and snow scenery:
Imagine that the entire mountain peak is surrounded by frozen fog, as if in a fairy tale world. The branches and leaves of the trees are all covered with crystal clear ice crystals, like a fairyland in silver.
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❣️Other beautiful scenery in Chenzhou
1️⃣Gao Yiling Scenic Area: The Danxia landform here is a business card of Chenzhou! The towering red mountains and unique landform landscapes all show the craftsmanship of nature.
2️⃣Dongjiang Lake Scenic Area: The clear river water shines with gem-like light under the sun, surrounded by mountains, as if it is a landscape line between heaven and earth.
3️⃣Yangtian Lake Prairie: When you set foot on this vast prairie, you will be shocked by the beauty of the green grass and lake water.
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📝 Travel strategy tips:
1️⃣ Time selection: The fog and snow scenery period is in winter every year, generally from November to February of the following year.
2️⃣ Dressing suggestions: Because the altitude is high and the temperature on the mountain top is low, be sure to keep warm. It is recommended to wear a thick down jacket, a windproof jacket, a warm hat and gloves, and also prepare non-slip shoes.
3️⃣ Chenzhou Gao Yiling: Mainly outdoor activities, it is recommended not to be too heavy, wear flat sports shoes to play.
This scenery is really nice
Spring Festival in Chenzhou's top 7️⃣ must-visit spots, don't miss out|||Many babies must want to visit Chenzhou during the Spring Festival holiday, right? As a local, I've compiled a few spots in Chenzhou that are suitable for checking in during winter, hurry up and save this list~
🌟Essential spots to check in:
1️⃣ Gaoyiling: A place forgotten by God, also known as Hunan's most beautiful Danxia landform, with cherry blossoms blooming during the Spring Festival, making it super photogenic
2️⃣ Mahuangqiu Grand Canyon: Chenzhou's most unique and beautiful road, a marvelous creation of nature.
3️⃣ Mangshan Wuzhifeng: Sea of clouds rolling, sunrise and sunset, as if you are in a fairyland.
4️⃣ Bailang Scenic Area: Dongjiang Lake 5A scenic area's lake circuit road~ Known as the Little Erhai, definitely the king of Chenzhou's free attractions
5️⃣ Xiaodongjiang: The clear river surface with fishermen casting nets, a picturesque scene like a landscape painting
6️⃣ Yuhou Street: A historic and cultural old street, as if traveling through time, back to an era full of stories
7️⃣ Huilong Mountain: A mountain range full of mystery, with sea of clouds, sunrise, sunset, and other wonders, feel the magical charm of nature
🌟Route distribution:
1) Gaoyiling, Mahuangqiu Grand Canyon, Xiaodongjiang, Bailang, Huilong Mountain are all near the Dongjiang Lake scenic area, if you go to these places, it is more convenient to stay near Xiaodongjiang
2) Mangshan Wuzhifeng is about 2 hours away from the city center, you can visit Yuhou Street in the evening, and choose to stay in Chenzhou city area
Transportation routes:
Two days and one night
①Morning 8.30-10.30 to Mangshan Wuzhifeng Scenic Area - Check into a city hotel
②Early morning 7.00-8.00 get up to watch the mist at Xiaodongjiang (enjoy the mist scenery and net casting performance along the way) - Afternoon to Gaoyiling (A place forgotten by God) - Return trip to the high-speed train station
Three days and two nights
①Morning 8.30-14.00 to - Gaoyiling (A place forgotten by God) - Check into a city hotel (You can visit Yuhou Street at night)
②Early morning 7.00-9.00 go to - Mangshan Wuzhifeng Scenic Area - After visiting, return to Xiaodongjiang homestay
③Early morning 7.00 get up to watch the mist at Xiaodongjiang (enjoy the mist scenery and net casting performance along the way) - Bailang (Reputed as Chenzhou's Little Erhai, super beautiful check-in spot!) - Return trip high-speed train
🌟Winter clothing guide
During winter in Chenzhou, the daytime temperature is around 8-15 degrees
Sometimes it's cold at 0-5 degrees
During the day you can wear a sweater or coat but the temperature difference between morning and evening is quite large, and it can also be quite cold when it rains, so it's necessary to prepare a down jacket.
Life advice: When in Chenzhou, you must take a ride on the space elevator
If the scenes from the movie 'The Wandering Earth' were real, I think they must be hidden here.
The cliff elevator, built at an altitude of 1600 meters, connects the magnificent mountains. After being covered with heavy snow, it really resembles the apocalyptic feel of the movie, which is very shocking.
There is also a mountain cable car🚡, crossing over the mountains⛰️ and shuttling through the sea of clouds, which is truly indescribably beautiful.
❗️The key point is: you don't have to climb this mountain
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▪️This is the Mangshan Wuzhifeng⛰️ in Chenzhou, Hunan, at the junction of Guangzhou and Hunan. It's a 1.5h high-speed train ride from Guangdong, or a 3-4h drive🚗. You can easily enjoy the freedom of seeing snow and take in the spectacular mountain ranges and sea of clouds, which is very worthwhile whether it's snowy or not.
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✅When leaving, I also saw the 'Ice and Snow Yao Year' event at the tourist center, with dragon dance performances, Qinglong parade, Yao costume dance show, and flying songs from February 11-16! Really looking forward to it! I'm already thinking about visiting Mangshan for the third time.
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✅Recommended check-in spots
❶Motianling Elevator: It really has the feel of a space elevator, a transparent elevator shuttling through the clouds, worth a ride for 40💰, saving you from walking 666 steps.
❷Cliff Plank Walk: Mostly flat paths, and if you encounter a sea of clouds, it's like a fairyland
❸Xiaotiantai: A great place to take in the entire mountain range and also to watch the sunrise.
❹Wandering Valley Camp/Camp Coffee: Great view, relaxing with coffee, staying here overnight to welcome the first light of morning is super blissful.
🔸There are also many other points of interest like the Reflection Pool, Wuzhifeng, Jinbian God Pillar, and more!
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✅Recommended route
Cable car🚡 mountain climbing → Cicada Worshiping Buddha → Reflection Pool → Wuzhifeng landmark → Canyon Restaurant → Motianling Elevator → Wangyue Platform → Jinbian God Pillar → Camp Coffee → Xiaotiantai → Return trip
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📍Address: East Gate of Wuzhifeng Scenic Area, Mangshan, Yizhang County, Chenzhou, Hunan
🕰️Hours: 8:00-18:00 (entry stops at 16:30)
🚄Transport: After arriving at Chenzhou West Station, a round trip by car🚗 to the scenic area costs about (300-400), self-driving is more recommended
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✅About mountain climbing
This is a mountain that doesn't require climbing. The cable car crosses about 5-6 mountains in roughly 20 minutes to reach the top, then you walk along the trail, circling the mountain in about 3-4 hours. There are elevators and escalators for any climbing needed, suitable for both the elderly and children.
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✅About accommodation
Recommended to stay at the Fan Villa Hot Spring Homestay or the Wandering Valley Camp on the mountain top.
🔸We stayed at the mountain top camp at night, the tent had heating, and the living facilities were very complete. Located at Qingliang Platform, you can overlook the mountains, and walking to Xiaotiantai in the early morning, you can see the beautiful sunrise and sea of clouds, which is really worth it.
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▪️There will be snow in February, be sure to check the weather before going, the day after the snow is the best time to appreciate it, and you can also see the sea of clouds.
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A treasure trove of rime in Chenzhou that 99% don't know about
Eh~ Regret coming to Chenzhou? Don't be afraid of regretting and regretting again! The rime and snow scene in Chenzhou that 99% of people don't know about is simply a hidden treasure! 🌟❄️
Hey, dear fairies~ Today I'm going to share with you an extremely beautiful place! Of course, everyone may have heard of Chenzhou, but do you know that in this treasure city, there is also a beautiful rime and snow scene hidden? Yes, it's in the Five Finger Peak of Mang Mountain! 🏞️✨
Mang Mountain in Chenzhou, located in the north of Chenzhou City, Hunan Province, is a place full of mystery and beauty. And the Five Finger Peak is a scenic spot of Mang Mountain, known for its unique rime and snow scene. Every winter, the Five Finger Peak will be covered with rime and snow, like five huge fingers stretching towards the sky, it's breathtaking! 🏔️❄️
Let's not be soft, follow me to experience this breathtaking three-day and two-night tour! Starting from all over the country, passing through Chenzhou city, Wayaoping ancient town, Mahuangqiu Grand Canyon, and finally climbing the Five Finger Peak, it's really an adventurous journey! 🚗🗺️
Strategy Step ①: How to get to the Five Finger Peak? Hey, cuties, don't forget to choose a dedicated car in advance! The scenic spots in Chenzhou are relatively scattered, it's difficult to take a taxi, cross-server is relatively far, the mountain road is not easy to walk, it is recommended to choose a dedicated car customized tour more reasonable! 🚗✈️
Strategy Step ②: Explore the beauty of the Five Finger Peak, it's like entering a fairy tale world! The rime and snow scene is simply a fairyland in the fairyland, the white snow is covered with crystal clear ice crystals, as if entering the ice and snow kingdom. Remember to bring a camera or mobile phone, take one beautiful photo after another, it's simply a popular check-in in the fan circle! 😍❄️
Strategy Step ③: Precautions and dressing suggestions, don't freeze your cute little heart! Wear a thick down jacket, warm hat and gloves, put on goggles, more fashionable and cute! In order to protect this beautiful natural environment, remember to keep the environment clean and don't litter! 🧣🧤♻️
Strategy Step ④: Food, don't go up the mountain on an empty stomach! There are many special foods near the Five Finger Peak, you must not miss it! Taste the local farmhouse dishes or try Chenzhou's special snacks, such as hot and sour powder, steamed powder, etc., let you savor! In the cold winter, take a bite of hot food, it's simply full of happiness! 🍽️😋
Little tips, don't forget to keep warm, wear thick clothes and non-slip shoes; bring a camera or mobile phone, record this beautiful moment; pay attention to slipping, obey the travel rules, do not leave the play area. In this way, we can enjoy this adventurous journey! ❄️📸
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Yangtian Lake Travel Recommendations for 2024 (Updated in Mar)
Hunan actually has a high-altitude grassland. The Yangtian Lake prairie is located in the central section of the Qitianling Mountain System in the northern part of the Nanling Mountains. It refers to the scenic area with an area of about 40 square kilometers and a golden triangle with the Yangtian Giant Buddha, Tianhu Grassland and Anyuan Stone Forest. Yangtian Lake is a dead fire in the Quaternary glacial period. It has a natural water parking area of more than 20 acres and an altitude of 1350 meters. It is suspended by the intersection of the Yangtze River, the Pearl River and the Beijing-Zhuhai Expressway. A bright pearl. Known as "a tear on the earth (the source of the North River).
Yangtian Lake Prairie Scenic Area car line
Zhangzhou Bus Terminal daily special car from the city to and directly to Yangtian Lake.
Yangtianhu Prairie Scenic Area Self-driving Line
Take Changsha, Guangzhou, Shenzhen as an example, arrive along the Beijing-Zhuhai Expressway:
A line (off-road vehicle) Liangtian, Yizhang (Yantian Lake) entrance and exit mileage are 300 km, 350 km, 480 km.
B Line Luzhou to Guiyang direction (about 14 km to Yuefeng intersection) into the Yangtian Lake scenic area about 54 km.
Ticket Secrets Revealed: How to Visit Yangtian Lake Prairie Affordably!
🌳 **Yangtian Lake Prairie Travel Guide** 🌳
💰 **Ticket Prices**:
- Adult ticket price: Generally between 50-70 yuan, please adjust according to the season and official information
- Discounts for students, seniors, etc.: Usually half price or free, relevant documents must be presented
🚌 **Transportation Costs**:
- Bus: According to the charging standards of the Chenzhou city bus system, the cost varies from a few yuan to tens of yuan
- Self-driving: Fuel costs are calculated based on the car model and distance, for parking fees please consult the scenic area or local parking lots
🌄 **Best Time to Visit**: Spring and autumn, when the climate is pleasant and the prairie scenery is at its best
👗 **Dressing Advice**: Choose appropriate outdoor clothing according to the season, it is recommended to wear comfortable hiking shoes🥾
🥘 **Food Recommendations**: Taste the local farmhouse dishes, enjoy the authentic prairie flavor
💡 **Important Notes**:
- 🌞 **Sun Protection**: Please take sun protection measures when doing outdoor activities
- 🌧️ **Rain Gear**: Carry rain gear with you in case of sudden rainfall
- 🗑️ **Environmental Protection**: Please take your trash out of the scenic area to protect the natural environment
🏨 **Accommodation Recommendations**: You can choose to stay in farmhouses or hotels near the scenic area to experience the local customs
📸 **Photography Tips**:
- 🌅 **Sunrise and Sunset**: Capture the charming light and shadow of the prairie at sunrise and sunset
- 🌳 **Natural Scenery**: Record the flora and fauna on the prairie and the vast sky
🌈 **Special Tip**: Yangtian Lake Prairie is a rare plateau prairie in the south, known for its unique natural scenery and pleasant climate, making it a great destination for outdoor activities and photography.
Five must-visit places for Spring Festival travel with fewer people, beautiful scenery, and low consumption
For Spring Festival travel, stop crowding into popular tourist cities like Nanjing, Chengdu, Changsha, Sanya, etc. Here are five niche tourist spots with fewer people, beautiful scenery, plenty of food, and low prices. The fifth place, perhaps ninety-nine percent of people have never heard of.
First is Mangshi, Yunnan. You can play for three days with an average of 500 yuan per person. There are authentic hundred-flavor delicacies and various Southeast Asian snacks here, which are cheap. A few dozen yuan can make you eat until you can't walk. The price of renting a set of ethnic costumes is only half of that in Xishuangbanna, and then you can take photos at the Big Golden Pagoda.
Second is Boao, a coastal town with scenery no less than Sanya. Here are the blue sea, white beaches, smoke column corridors, seaside wooden houses, colorful cloud ships, and other seaside elements. You can enjoy the entire beach, and adventurous people can also go parachuting. The prices here are very low, the seafood is super cheap, and you can stay in a super large room for less than a hundred.
Third is Xiapu, a small fishing village in Fujian. In the morning, you can go to Huazhu Village to watch the sunrise, and after the tide, you can pick up small crabs and shells. In the evening, you can encounter the sunset in Xiaohao Village. There is also a black beach in Iceland on the Gospel Island.
Fourth is Gannan, Gansu. This place is known as a secret place in the world, and you can play all over it with an average of 1,000 yuan for five days. You can go to Labrang Monastery to walk the longest prayer corridor in the world, go to the Noergai Prairie to ride a horse, and feel the same romance as Inner Mongolia. Go to the Eastern Eden, Zha Ga Na, to see where the gods fall into the world.
Fifth is Chenzhou, Hunan. Here the morning mist is lingering, like a fairyland, as if people are traveling in a painting. You can also go to the Yangtian Lake Prairie to have fun and feel the unique experience of being in Hayao Miyazaki's animation. There is also the unique high chair ridge Danxia landform, two days and one night, an average of 800 yuan per person.
Where are you planning to go this Spring Festival?
Yangtian Lake Prairie | The most complete play guide
No need to go to Hulunbuir, Hunan also has such a beautiful prairie, it's so healing, you must pay attention to the weather☁️ when you go to the prairie, if it rains☔️ you can directly cancel the trip
📍Navigation: Hunan Chenzhou Yangtian Lake Prairie
⏰Opening hours: 09:00-17:00
🚗Transportation:
1⃣️Self-driving, the mountain road is very winding. People who get carsick should be prepared.
2⃣️Take a bus🚌 up, from Chenzhou West Station to the prairie 1.5h
3⃣️Charter a car
How to play at Yangtian Lake Prairie✅
1⃣️Hobbit Hut🛖: You can see the fairy tale world as soon as you enter
2⃣️Windmill Prairie: Very suitable for taking pictures📷, remember to bring clothes, hats, bags, very Japanese style
3⃣️Horse riding field: 100 yuan for 1 horse can be used by 2 children, it is not recommended at the beginning, when you are tired and can't walk, you can come out from the prairie.
4⃣️Animal Kingdom: Feed sika deer, alpaca🦙, 30 yuan/person, many sika deer chase you for food, it's fun
5⃣️Play project: There are performances, archery, boating, swings, grass sliding at the entrance! Highly recommend grass sliding, very exciting, 30/person, the child played 3 times.
6⃣️Scenery: Windmill, lake, stream, how to shoot is beautiful, you can bring a drone. Super film
7⃣️Anime check-in: Giant dolls, fairy tale cars, windmills
⚠️Tips:
1⃣️You can play for a day, bring food, there are also restaurants inside
2⃣️Wearing white clothes looks particularly good, bring a straw bag, hat, especially film
3⃣️Sun protection and mosquito protection, the mountain is still quite cool, a few degrees lower than the foot of the mountain.
4⃣️Be sure to check the weather, it's really impossible to play when it rains🌧️
5⃣️There is a stream where you can play with water, bring a few more sets of clothes. Some outdoor items can also be brought, frisbee🥏, kite🪁, etc.
6⃣️Children under 1.2 meters are free
7⃣️The prairie is still quite large, one hillside after another. Be prepared for physical strength. When you come out, the child can ride a horse🐎 out.
Remember to collect the sisters who are going to play, it is very suitable for taking children out, the children have a lot of fun. Sisters👭 who like to take pictures📷 don't miss this treasure travel spot.
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Mangshan National Forest Park Travel Recommendations for 2024 (Updated in Mar)
Self-driving Tour - Exploring the Magnificent Mangshan
Mangshan National Forest Park
Depart from Guangzhou at 9 am, take the Guangzhou-G4 Jingzhu-Shaoguan-Yizhang-Lechang City Pingshi Exit-G107 Ligen Town-Tiantang Township-Mangshan National Forest Park, and enter from the west gate around 1 pm. Stay at Xiaobai's Family Guesthouse in Mangshan Linchang, with three bedrooms and a living room, plus a kitchen. If there is a chef among the companions, you can catch chickens that roam freely and pick the abundant green vegetables. The skyward chili peppers are needless to say, the greenery is as lush as a tea garden covering the hills and fields.
In Hunan, along the way, you can see the production of red paper for firecrackers, with large rooms neatly hanging with sheets of red paper, quite peculiar and spectacular.
Tiantai Temple is located at about 1600 meters on Tiantai Mountain, surrounded by peaks and lush forests
When reaching Wanshou Pagoda, heading east to the Great Tiantai, looking at the high stone steps stretching endlessly, everyone stops, their pleas falling on deaf ears. Helplessly, I alone climb the steep cliffs of Yazi Stone... The mountain is high and the wind is fierce, but beside the path, the reeds undulate like waves, and apart from the heavy breathing, not a single bird's chirp is heard. Just as a hint of regret from the hardship arises, suddenly a peak emerges, standing proudly alone, with the mist in the winter ravine growing thicker, the closer I get, the less clear the view. The sunlight comes from behind, casting long shadows of the mountain, quite peculiar. Looking down, the mist covers the dark pines and steep cliffs, all around is silence. Looking back the way I came, the sun sets in the west, and the mountain path appears steeper. The winter in the south is not cold yet, it's like the autumn in the north
Yazi Stone Peak Forest, viewed from the aerial walkway, looks like spears and forks piercing the blue sky. Tiantai Temple in the sunset already shows the majestic atmosphere of a king's long peace.
Due to the upstream hydropower station, the stone bridge below is exposed with layers of pebbles, without clear springs passing by, the gray-white and round stones are silent like the eyes of dead fish, staring at the sky.
As the early sun rises, the sharp light and shadows, the rugged mountain roads, the vehicles seem like a huge musical note striking the strings, with the flying dust like lingering sounds
Around 8 am, driving over the gravel mountain roads, passing through Xiangsi Pit into Xiangyue Peak, this is a peculiar territory, the highest peak belongs to Guangdong, called Shikengkong by Nanling National Forest Park, regarded as the first peak of Lingnan, but the management rights are within Mangshan Linchang. So, you will see a huge stone carved with 'Guangdong's First Peak' in Mangshan Forest Park of Hunan. At the summit, the wind is fierce and the clouds are swirling, it's unbearably cold. The 'Shikengkong' inscription on the cliff wall is fluttering down, barely visible due to the merciless wind and rain.
Then there are the nine twists and eighteen bends that can only be seen in Yunnan or Tibet, with a strange peak called Stone Frog Gazing at the Moon. At this moment, the sky is bright, the stone frog has no moon to gaze at, but the undulating mountains and the vast sea of clouds can be seen.
The Guizi Fort scenic area is about four kilometers, it is recommended to enter from the right and exit from the left. At the beginning, you only walk among the pine and bamboo forests, the wooden walkway and the rocky path are not too hard, but as the walkway undulates, you gradually enter deeper into the forest, the scenery becomes better, with strange pines and bizarre cypresses, and the clouds and mist are vast. When reaching the Natural Gate, suddenly in the place where the sunlight is shining, a white waterfall flies down, like the Milky Way hanging upside down, the rumbling sound is incessant. The General Stone with its helmet and armor looks vivid, hence it is also called General Fort.
The Monkey King Fort is said to be named after the wild Mangshan macaques, but the walkway is currently under repair, with sand being carried and wood being laid, and asphalt being paved, making it difficult to pass. Apart from the maintenance workers, there are hardly any tourists. The cliffs on both sides of the walkway are towering, and the dark places are bone-chillingly cold. Along the way, multi-level waterfalls cascade down, the rapids are turbulent, like a silver bottle suddenly broken. When reaching Jiudie Spring, it abruptly ends. Looking up at the Milky Way hanging upside down, there is no way to go... Finally, at the foot of the mountain, a few small monkeys are seen imprisoned in iron cages.
On the way back, passing through Leping Stone Liantang in Lechang City, suddenly an ancient house appears, with huge hemp stones as the foundation, surrounded by blue brick walls, and towering eaves. I enter alone and meet an old man surnamed Zhong who says this is his ancestral home, with children and grandchildren all having gone out to work or moved elsewhere to live. The setting sun slants on the dark wooden table, under the dirty round stools covered with spider webs, behind the hall is the old man's room, and further back is a huge room, dimly visible filled with miscellaneous items, the surrounding old houses have also half-collapsed, with the remaining half of the carved door lintel displaying the broken splendor.
⛰️Location: Mangshan Yao Township, Yizhang County, Chenzhou
🚗Transportation: Self-driving, about seventy kilometers from the county town, approximately three hundred and thirty kilometers from Guangzhou
🎫Ticket: Old scenic area at the west gate 80, Wuzhishan scenic area at the east gate 280 (including round-trip cable car and shuttle bus)
👣Tour: Mangshan is the largest national forest park in Hunan. The west gate tour route first goes to Monkey King Fort, with multi-level waterfalls cascading down along the way, the rapids are turbulent, like a silver bottle suddenly broken. It takes about three hours to walk slowly. Then to General Fort, as the wooden walkway undulates, you gradually enter deeper into the forest, the scenery becomes better, with strange pines and bizarre cypresses, and the clouds and mist are vast. The journey takes about two hours. The next day, watch the sunrise at Tiantai Mountain
The Wuzhishan scenic area at the east gate is the core essence of the scenic area, and the ticket is really expensive
I thought Wugong Mountain was beautiful enough until I went to Mang Mountain in Yizhang, Chenzhou
If Wugong Mountain in Jiangxi is too far away, then go to Mang Mountain in Yizhang, Chenzhou, Hunan. Located at the junction of Hunan and Guangdong, the mountain peaks have an average altitude of over 1000 meters. In the morning, you can see the stunning sea of clouds and sunrise, the vast mountains stretch, really want to go again after going, the whole journey is so comfortable~ The experience is full score
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⛰️Keep a guide to playing in Mang Mountain Forest Park~
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📝Basic information
📍Scenic spot: Mang Mountain National Forest Park
📌Location: Yizhang County, Chenzhou City, Hunan Province
🕐Time: 08:00-18:00 (stop entering at 16:30)
🚗Transportation:
①High-speed rail: After arriving at Chenzhou West Station, you can go to Chenzhou Bus Terminal to take a bus directly to the visitor center
②Self-driving: Navigate to 'Mang Mountain National Forest Park West Gate' (about 2h
🎫Tickets: Tickets can be used for two days, scenic spot bus 52💰, can also be used for two days
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🌟Self-driving route for playing in Mang Mountain
Visitor Center (West Gate)-Monkey King Village-General Village-Tiantai Mountain-Golden Whip God Pillar-(Return)
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📷Must check-in scenic spots
▪️Golden Whip God Pillar
Sunrise Buddha light check-in point, when the light spills down, the light passing through the stone pillar has a shape
▪️Tiantai Mountain
The highest place in the entire scenic area, and also the place to watch the sea of clouds and sunrise. Xiaotiantai is suitable for watching the sea of clouds, and Datiantai is suitable for watching sunrise and sunset. This is also the place where Lang Lang and Fang Jinlong performed 'Golden Snake Dance', and the scenery is very pleasant.
▪️General Village
There are ancient pines and strange rocks of various shapes, and the waterfall here has a large amount of water. Standing under the waterfall gives a feeling of a thousand-foot waterfall flowing straight down, and shooting with a telephoto lens is even more shocking
▪️Monkey King Village
A waterfall canyon about 3000 meters long, all the way up are waterfalls, you can check in and take pictures from multiple angles. It is also an excellent place for negative ion lung washing
▪️Visitor Center
There are signatures on the piano sculpture outside the visitor center, remember to check in and take pictures
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⚠️Play tips
🔸There is a camping area on the top of the mountain, which is more convenient for watching the starry sky and sea of clouds and sunrise
🔸Mang Mountain Forest Park and Five Finger Peak Scenic Area are two independent scenic areas. If you go up from the west gate and go to Five Finger Peak to play, you can make up a ticket
🔸The temperature difference between the mountain and the foot of the mountain is large, it is recommended to bring an extra coat
🔸It is very slippery under the waterfall, be sure to pay attention to safety, wear a pair of comfortable non-slip hiking shoes
🔸There are mosquitoes in the mountains and forests, bring your own mosquito repellent water or wear long pants
🔸The time to play in the scenic spot is long, you can bring water and snacks at the foot of the mountain to replenish your strength
🔸The fog on the mountain is heavy on rainy days, keep warm
No need to climb the snow mountain--Nanny-level guide to Mangshan, Chenzhou
Located at the junction of Guangdong and Hunan
I found a mountain that doesn't need to be climbed
You can also see rime and soak in hot springs!
1.5h direct from Guangzhou and Shenzhen to Mangshan, Chenzhou
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3.7km longest cable car in the country directly to the top of the mountain
140m Wandering Earth same model space elevator🛗
8km cliff plank road is flat all the way
You don't need to climb the mountain all the way! You can see the stunning scenery~
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Cable car🚠Cableway🏗Sky ladder🗾Hot spring🥣
Winter snow viewing + hot spring, simply perfect match!
December! New Year's Day! New Year's Eve! Spring Festival! Depart!
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❄【Location】
Location: Mangshan National Forest Park, Yizhang County, Chenzhou City, Hunan Province
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❄【Tickets】
Time: 8:00-17:30
Tickets: Peak (April-November) 104 yuan; Off-peak (December-next March) 80 yuan
Others:
Sightseeing Sky Ladder 40 yuan/person
Mangshan Forest Hot Spring 168 yuan/person
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❄【Transportation】
🚗Car:
About 3-400 kilometers from Guangzhou and Shenzhen, 4-5 hours
🚄High-speed rail:
Guangzhou South Station→Chenzhou West (1.5h)
Shenzhen North→Chenzhou West (2h)
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❄【Attractions】
🔸Sunrise: Five Fingers Peak Viewing Platform
🔸Sunset: ✅Bagua Platform ✅Yin Heart Platform ✅Big Sky Platform
🔸Sea of Clouds: Small Sky Platform (passing by on the way to Five Fingers Peak)
🔸Rime, Ice Hang: Mid-mountain of Five Fingers Mountain
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❄【Internet Celebrity Spots】
1⃣Ice Hang
The whole mountain is covered in silver, the whole mountain top is white
2⃣of Clouds Beautiful mode of Five Fingers Peak of Mangshan, continuous beautiful sea of clouds
3⃣Celebrity Infinity Hot Spring Nestled against the cliff, you can easily overlook the cliff scenery
4⃣Fingers Peak Scenic Area Take the new cable car, shuttle up and down, one cable flying across
5⃣Plank Road Total length of about 8 kilometers, two layers of plank road connected up and down, the whole line of barrier-free sightseeing
6⃣Whip Grand Canyon The Golden Whip God Pillar is 120 meters high, it is the town mountain god pillar of Mangshan
7⃣Big Sky Platform, known as the "first danger in the south"
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❄【Equipment】
*1-2 sets of change of clothes, climbing shoes, down jacket, fleece storm jacket
*ID card, small amount of cash
*Hat, gloves, scarf, ice claws, climbing stick
*Charger, spare power, camera
*Water, dry food snacks, etc.
❗Bring 2 extra masks
Mangshan National Nature Reserve in Hunan - Cliff Stone Scenic Area
The divine is refreshing and comfortable here, it makes me forget my worries!
The world is noisy, just be yourself.
Coming to Mang Mountain, it's as if I've found another 'Peach Blossom Spring'. Away from the hustle and bustle of the city, enjoy this quiet freedom.
Climbing to the top of Tiantai Mountain, feel the 'breeze sweeping the hills'. Among many difficult and dangerous mountains, a gust of wind will eventually pass.
Return to nature in the primitive forest-like General's Camp, and enjoy oxygen to your heart's content. Explore the mystery of the 'Treasure of Mang Mountain'.
The 3000-meter Grand Canyon, the cool wind from the ten waterfalls and ten pools hits your face.
Warm Tips
1. Please follow the tour route for safe travel in the scenic area, do not take shortcuts, do not seek adventure.
2. Comply with the relevant regulations on forest fire prevention, and it is strictly forbidden to carry fire sources up the mountain.
3. The temperature difference between day and night in the scenic area is large, prepare adequately, add clothes reasonably, and tour comfortably and safely.
Traffic Guide
Second High-speed Rail:
Take the bus from Chenzhou High-speed Rail West Station to Chenzhou Bus Terminal and transfer to the Chenzhou-Mang Mountain line bus directly to the Visitor Service Center of Mang Mountain National Forest Park.
Ordinary Train:
Take the bus from Chenzhou Railway Station to the Bus Terminal and transfer to the Chenzhou-Mang Mountain line bus; take the bus from Pingshi Railway Station to Laopingshi Town and transfer to the Chenzhou-Mang Mountain or Yizhang--Mang Mountain line bus directly to the Visitor Service Center of Mang Mountain National Forest Park.
Tourist Bus, Self-driving:
Take the Le Guang Expressway, Beijing-Hong Kong-Macao Expressway, Second Guangzhou Expressway, Xu Guang Expressway, Yue Lin Expressway and other expressways to transfer to the Yifeng Expressway at the Mang Mountain exit, and arrive at the Visitor Service Center of Mang Mountain National Forest Park after 27KM along the S215 Provincial Road tourism dedicated line.
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