Moganshan Jiang Gongdao Autumn Hiking

✨Moganshan Jianggongdao Autumn Hiking | A Bamboo Forest Castle Feast in an Oil Painting World🍁 🏞️ 【Route Introduction】 • Hiking Date: November 29, 2025 (Best viewing period in late autumn) • Core Route: Yucun Square → Jianggongdao → Jianchi → Luhuadang Park → Conference Site (Cathedral) → Naked Castle → Loop Return • Hiking Duration: Approximately 4-5 hours (Beginner friendly, approximately 10 kilometers, 550 meters elevation gain) • Highlights: Bamboo forest, Republican-era villas, red maple and ginkgo trees, ancient road and cultural history 🌟 【Three Must-Visit Highlights】 1. Guwangwutai 270° Viewing Platform - A Palette of Mountain Colors: After reaching the top, you can overlook the rolling mountains dyed in autumn colors, with bamboo forests and maple leaves intertwined like an oil painting. 1. **Bring a light picnic (like rice balls and hot tea)** Enjoy a "lunch in the clouds" under the pavilion for amazing photos! 📸 2. **Luhua Dang Park & ​​Museum of Republican-Era Architecture** Golden ginkgo leaves frame a cluster of old European-style villas, such as the "Baiyun Mountain Villa" where Chiang Kai-shek once honeymooned. Strolling along the cobblestone paths feels like stepping back a century. The park's century-old red maples and reed beds are in full bloom, with fallen leaves carpeting the steps, creating a truly artistic atmosphere. 3. **Naked Castle Exterior & Free Fairytale Photo Spots** Enjoy panoramic views of the castle from the Magpie Bridge Trail without even checking in. The spectacular "sun and moon shining together" phenomenon is often seen in the evening (high probability on clear days), with the sunset casting its glow on the castle's spires—a truly romantic experience! 🌄 🥾【Practical Guide】Key Tips🌟 🚗: Park at Yucun P4 parking lot (5 RMB for the first hour, capped at 50 RMB/day), then take the scenic area shuttle bus (approximately 35 RMB round trip) to Yinshan Street. 🎫: Entrance Fee: 80 RMB (advance booking via WeChat is recommended). Hiking on side paths or if tickets are checked requires additional payment. 🥾: Wear non-slip hiking boots (the stone steps at Jianchi are slippery), hiking poles, a light down jacket (it's windy at the summit), and carry cash (signal is weak in some areas). 🎊Hidden Gem: The ancient stone path between Jianchi and Naked Retreats is serene, with streams and bamboo groves. After rain, you can see a small waterfall and a stream tracing section. 🍜【Post-Hike Energy Replenishment】 🫕Must-Try Foods: Wild bamboo shoot chicken soup noodles (Mogan Noodle Shop), braised bullfrog (Goldfish Mama's Shop). Bamboo shoot dishes are fresh and in season. 📍Tips to Avoid: Prices at stalls on the mountain are relatively high. It's recommended to bring your own energy bars/water; a hearty meal after descending the mountain is more economical. 📌【Pre-Trip Checklist】 • ✅ ID card, power bank, sun hat • ✅ Lightweight backpack with water and snacks (self-heating hot pot is recommended; enjoying hot food on a cold day is incredibly satisfying) • ✅ Last shuttle bus departs at 5:30 PM; please be mindful of the time to avoid being stranded. "The romance of the mountains is a gift you receive upon arrival." 💚