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Mount Qingcheng
No. 4 of Best Things to Do in Sichuan and Chongqing

Mount Qingcheng

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Mount Qingcheng has long been praised as "Tranquil Paradise under Heaven," with its peaks encircling like city walls—hence the name. Legend says Zhang Daoling of the Eastern Han dynasty established Taoism here in a thatched hut, making it the ancestral home of Celestial Master Taoism, where temple incense still burns today. The mountain divides into front and back sections: the front features Taoist temples and cultural relics, commonly referred to as "Mount Qingcheng" by most travelers; the back excels in natural landscapes like pools, waterfalls, streams, and gorges, making it ideal for hiking and summer retreats. The highlights of Qianshan are concentrated. Starting from Jianfu Palace beside the mountain gate, follow the ancient stone steps upward past Natural Picture, Tianshi Cave, Chaoyang Cave, and Shangqing Palace, with the summit's Laojun Pavilion as the final vantage point. Tianshi Cave, also called Changdao Temple, is one of the mountain's largest Taoist complexes—its front courtyard holds a millennium-old ginkgo tree allegedly planted by Zhang Daoling, while the cliffside Ink-throwing Trough behind is said to be where the celestial master drew mountains with vermilion ink. Painting master Zhang Daqian once resided at Shangqing Palace, styling himself "Guest of Qingcheng." At the mountain's base, Yuecheng Lake's mirror-like waters add ethereal beauty to the lush greenery. The rear mountain entrance is the quaint Tai'an ancient town. From here, the trails connect Wulong gully and Feiquan gully into a loop, with views like Misty spring triple pools, Double spring water curtain cave, and Hundred-zhang long bridge accompanied by the sounds of water and shaded woods. The Longyin gorge walkway built along cliffs overlooks rushing streams below, making it a dedicated hiking route. The mountain stays pleasantly cool even in midsummer. The front mountain and back mountain entrances are not connected, usually requiring separate itineraries. Most 1-day tours choose one of the two. The front mountain's main temples can be visited in half a day, while the back mountain loop is longer and requires reserving most of a day. Travelers wishing to see the sunrise often ascend the mountain a day early, staying overnight at mountain temples for convenient morning viewing.

Dujiangyan · 12.3 km from downtown
South Bridge
No. 19 of Night Attractions in Sichuan

South Bridge

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South Bridge is a replica covered bridge spanning the inner river of theMinjiang River. One end connects to the streets of the Ancient Town of Guan County, while the other is adjacent to the entrance of the Dujiangyan Scenic Area, making it easy to cross when traveling between the two. It was first built during the Guangxu reign of the Qing Dynasty and was originally named "Puji Bridge." It was commissioned by the then-magistrate of Guan County using funds saved from the major renovation ofDujiangyan. After being repeatedly damaged by floods and wars, it was rebuilt in 1959 and named "South Bridge." The 1979 renovation established its current layout, turning the old saying about old Guan County—"there is no road out of the South Gate"—into history. The bridge features a pailou-style, triple-eaved gate design, with ridge ornaments, mythical beasts, and figures sculpted on the barrel-tiled roof. The wood carvings, dragon heads, and hanging eaves at the bridgeheads are all gilded and painted, and the ceiling inside the corridor is covered with colorful paintings. The entire bridge is intricately carved and painted, earning it the reputation of a "painted pavilion on the water" and a "viewing platform." Leaning against the railing, you can watch the inner river water rushing out fromBaopingkou, with the roar of the water and the river breeze blowing in your face. After nightfall, South Bridge takes on a new look: the lights turn on, and the river surface shimmers with flowing, deep blue light, known as "blue tears." This contrasts beautifully with the silhouette of the covered bridge and is a popular sight in the city at night.

Dujiangyan · 3.1 km from downtown
Qingcheng Mountain Passenger Cableway

Qingcheng Mountain Passenger Cableway

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The Qingcheng Mountain Passenger Cableway is an aerial sightseeing route connecting the mountain base to the summit. Spanning approximately 2.1 km, the cable car ride takes about 8 minutes. Visitors board comfortable four-seater cable cars that gradually ascend, gliding above Qingchengshan's lush forests. As the elevation increases, panoramic views unfold, revealing the mountain's magnificent landscapes. During the journey, visitors can admire Qingchengshan's unique geological features from above. The verdant rolling hills dotted with ancient Taoist temples create a breathtaking landscape painting. In spring, cherry blossoms bloom in pink and white hues across the mountains. Summer brings lush greenery covering every slope. Autumn transforms the forests into a vibrant tapestry of colors. When winter snow arrives, the scenery turns into a silver wonderland like a fairy tale. The cable car offers not just spectacular views but also serves as a window into Qingcheng Mountain's rich history and culture. Multiple viewing platforms are set up along the way, allowing visitors to pause and admire the scenery while learning about the Taoist culture and natural ecosystem of Qingcheng Mountain. Staff members will guide visitors through the attractions and historical stories along the route, enriching the tour experience. The Qingcheng Mountain Passenger Cableway not only provides a convenient way to ascend the mountain but also creates a unique sightseeing experience. It enables visitors to appreciate the beauty of Qingcheng Mountain from a fresh perspective and immerse themselves in the mystical ambiance of this sacred Taoist site.

Dujiangyan · 11.6 km from downtown
Chengdu Sunac Resort
No. 2 of Night Attractions in Dujiangyan

Chengdu Sunac Resort

6.2
4.4/5
137 reviews

Chengdu Sunac Cultural Tourism City is a new business model integrating culture, leisure, entertainment, food and shopping. Rongchuang Paradise: With the theme of Shu culture, it has designed six themed areas: Tianfu Playing Capital, Shu Han Fengyun, Tibetan and Qiang Secret Land, Interstellar Legend, Adventure Garden, and Cute Pet Town. There are more than 30 sets of large-scale amusement equipment and 7 stars. Equipment, 5 wonderful performing arts, 7 characteristic restaurants, 2 high-tech performing arts theaters, more than 1,400 cute pet animals, and more than 4,400 interactive performances throughout the year. The park is a Shu culture theme park that interprets the cultural heritage of Sichuan and Shu in a happy way and welcomes friends from all over the world with an open attitude. Sunac Snow World: The park has two major functional areas: the entertainment snow area and the ski area; the ski area has 7 ski trails: 3 primary ski trails, 1 intermediate ski trail, 1 advanced ski trail, a veneer park, 1 snowboard teaching track, the snow track is 380m long, and the height difference is about 60m; snow entertainment area: tourist area: bumper cars on ice, snow circle, snow circle rotating machine, snow track tank terrain park; snow play area; landscape area: Ice sculpture castle, snow sculpture castle, snow scene square. The constant temperature is minus 5 degrees throughout the year, and you can ski and play in the snow 365 days a day. Sunac Water World: With the theme of Gongga Snow Mountain and Qiang Village architecture, the whole park combines the equipment of the water park with leisure hot springs. The water world has a total of 9 amusement facilities and 27 large and small bubble pools. Cultural Tourism City: Covering Sunac Paradise, Sunac Snow World, Sunac Water World and hotels, forming a regional tourism experience of "all age groups, all family members, and full-text tourism formats".

Dujiangyan · 4.6 km from downtown

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张山义November 10, 2026
5.0
Dujiangyan truly deserves its reputation as a world-class water conservancy marvel. Seeing the Fish Mouth, the Flying Sand Weir, and the Bottle Neck Gate firsthand, one can truly appreciate the wisdom of the ancients in adapting to nature. The mountains and forests are lush and verdant, the Minjiang River flows powerfully and majestically, and walking across the Anlan Suspension Bridge is a truly atmospheric experience. The blend of natural beauty and history makes for a wonderful visit, suitable for all ages, and definitely worth a special trip.

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闲云袅袅November 10, 2026
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Qingcheng Mountain truly lives up to its reputation as a secluded paradise. This is my second time climbing Qingcheng Mountain; "The mountain path was originally without rain, yet the verdant air dampens one's clothes." A natural oxygen bar. Zhang Daqian's former residence displays some works by Zhang Daqian and Xu Zhimo, which is worth a visit along the way.

Mount Qingcheng

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_TX***ukNovember 8, 2026
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We chose to visit this panda base to avoid the crowd. We went in at an early entry time because the pandas were more active in the cooler morning in July. There were still a lot of people but everyone get their chance to get close to see the pandas. People are polite to each other, moving out after their turn to let others in, and voluntarily opening up space for elderly or disabled persons to get to the front. The pandas were active playing with each other or eating bamboo. We were also very lucky to see a wild red panda resting on a man-made log walkway built for them, and another one on a tree nearby. Our tour guide is exceptional. He is knowledgeable and very nice to talk to. We would recommend this activity if you are planning to visit the area.

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M29***15October 20, 2026
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Qingcheng Mountain's back mountain is truly a summer paradise! The streams murmur along the way, the waterfalls in Wulonggou are magnificent, and Cuiying Lake is emerald green. When you get tired, you can rest in the pavilions, enjoying the cool breeze. The stone steps are well-maintained, the signs are clear, and the restrooms are clean. I recommend starting from Tai'an Ancient Town, taking the Baiyun Cableway to the summit, and then hiking down – this saves energy and allows you to see all the highlights. Don't miss the cured pork and fermented rice noodles at the foot of the mountain. It gets a bit crowded on weekends, so I suggest starting early. Overall, a fantastic experience, perfect for a family trip!

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FitzpTravelsNovember 6, 2026
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There are a few options you can take when you are at the park, I chose to take the cable car up, and walk back down. This was a bit of a mistake on my part 🫩 as I was not wearing the best footwear! In saying this, I only would’ve seen some amazing sites because I chose to walk down. Taking the cable car both ways can limit what you’re seeing to the top of the mountain, which if you are short on time is best. The Laojun pavilion at the summit is incredible, as is all the taoist temples dotted around the mountain. When you walk through them, hear the gong and smell the incense and candles it helps bring you peace with the beautiful scenery. The walk down was mostly gone but some sections are steep and potentially slippery (hence wear the right shoes!). Definitely worth the visit if you are heading to the Dujiangyan area and want to connect with nature.

Qingcheng Front Mountain

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东北偏东再偏东October 4, 2026
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It truly lives up to its reputation as one of Chengdu's must-see spots; those who haven't been should definitely check it out. During the day, you can stroll around the scenic area, and in the evening, enjoy snacks near the South Bridge. The variety of trinkets and delicious food is dazzling. I recommend visiting the South Bridge at night; the lights create a stunning visual effect, the water flows rapidly below, and the overall atmosphere is magnificent. The antique architecture adds a unique touch, evoking a sense of history. The bioluminescent plankton truly lives up to its name.

South Bridge

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Anonymous userJune 7, 2026
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I stayed at the Cloud Smart Hotel for three days, and it truly felt like being enveloped in gentle comfort. The smart design throughout the room was innovative and practical, the room was elegantly and cleanly furnished, and the bedding was so soft it felt like sinking into a cloud. The staff were friendly and attentive in every way. All the fatigue from my journey was completely healed here, and I'll definitely choose this hotel again for my next trip. [rose emoji]

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Anonymous userNovember 9, 2026
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Hot Snow Miracle is perfect for skiing enthusiasts. The indoor temperature-controlled environment is super comfortable, and you can ski all year round without being affected by the weather. The snow is soft, and the slopes are well-designed, so even beginners can ski with confidence.

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Anonymous userSeptember 29, 2026
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Hot Snow Miracle Ski Resort has many runs, so both beginners and advanced skiers can find a course that they can enjoy. You won't get bored even if you spend a whole day there. It's fantastic!

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Qw7788June 10, 2026
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Very nice ancient town to visit after visiting the Dujiangyan. There is a dining restaurant named 月光宝瓶 beside the river which offers a great view of the river. There are lots of local shops that sell the local products which is great for those that want to buy some souvenirs or local bakery pastry to bring home. We exited to 南桥 (South Bridge) to catch the high speed train to go back to our hotel, so didn't manage to catch a view of the 蓝眼泪 night lighting of the river.

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