Chenzhou Travel Recommendations for 2024 (Updated in Apr)
Gaoyiling Scenic Area Travel Recommendations for 2024 (Updated in Apr)
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.
NADIA WILSON
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.
#staycation
#mountainview
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Domeld
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.
#hiking#naturalwonders#summervacation#hikingtrails#urbanexplorer
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Dongjiang Lake Scenic Area Travel Recommendations for 2024 (Updated in Apr)
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
#thisischina #travelinspiration #travelphotography #travelwithgeo #hunan #chinatravel #landscapephotography
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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.
#mountainview
#staycation
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Chenzhou Travel Guide: The Ultimate Budget Travel Guide for College Students for a Two-Day, One-Night Trip!
Travel Section: Departing from Guangzhou Station, it only takes 1.5 hours by high-speed train to reach Chenzhou West Station, with ticket prices around 170+ yuan. If time and budget allow, you can also opt for the more nostalgic sleeper train, which takes longer (about 4.5 hours) but is more affordable and offers a closer look at local life. Upon disembarking at Chenzhou Station, you can immediately taste the authentic Yu Fen and Sha Zhu Fen, both delicious and economical. Since the attractions are quite far apart, it is recommended to book a ride-share through a legitimate platform. Although you may encounter drivers who charge extra, it is still generally economical.
Landscape and Food Exploration: The first recommended destination is Gaoyiling, known for its spectacular Danxia landform. The best time to visit is on a clear day, which will result in better photo outcomes. For ticket prices, students with valid IDs can enjoy a half-price discount at only 49 yuan; adults pay 96 yuan. The tour route includes the Stonehenge, the challenging Dengyun Ladder, cliff plank walkways, the Giant Lizard Lake resembling a green iguana, Dragon's Back, suspension bridges, and the Shouting Spring among many other unique landscapes. Remember to bring supplies, as goods are relatively expensive at the mountain top. In the evening, head to the freely accessible Yuhou Street, which, as the lights come on, feels like a 'Little Suzhou' in the Jiangnan water town style. Consider climbing the arch bridge for a panoramic view of Yuhou Street and try on various ethnic costumes for a photo shoot.
The next morning, be sure to visit the enchanting Dongjiang Lake, where the misty surface of the lake at this time creates a unique atmosphere. Depending on your schedule, you can choose different routes; student tickets are only 40 yuan. If you're on a tight schedule and can only experience Route One, it's still enough to enjoy the beauty of Xiao Dongjiang, watch the fisherman's net casting performance, take a leisurely boat ride, take commemorative photos, visit waterfalls, the hydroelectric station, and ride the thrilling 'over-mountain' sightseeing car. Additionally, the food by Dongjiang Lake is equally tempting, with local snacks like fried salmon, Qiao Mouth Fish, and desserts like Bing Fen and Ci Ba, all of which are not to be missed.
Accommodation Strategy: We chose a homestay in a villa area near Dongjiang Lake, which was quiet and elegant, surrounded by beautiful peach blossoms. The original price for the double room we booked was 88 yuan, but the considerate landlord upgraded us to a room equipped with a projector. Both the interior decoration and the facilities were very well-designed, clean, and new, making it an extremely cost-effective choice. It's worth mentioning that by sharing photos of the homestay on social media, you can even enjoy free electric bike rides.
HarperSutherland84
The mist lingers over Xiao Dongjiang, where people wander as if in a painting
This must be a paradise on earth!
"The fisherman was once a mortal visitor, but now he is a celestial being within the painting."
Xiao Dongjiang is part of the Dongjiang Lake scenic area in Zixing, Hunan Province.
Located downstream of Dongjiang Lake, the section from the entrance of Dongjiang Lake scenic area to Dongjiang Dam is about 12km long.
The water temperature of Xiao Dongjiang remains constant at 8-10°C throughout the year. From April to October each year, due to the temperature difference effect, layers of mist form on the surface of the river, creating a beautiful and serene scenery, like a fairyland! Hence the name "Misty Xiao Dongjiang"!
Best time to view the mist: April to October each year
Best time to view the mist: 6:30~8:00 in the morning and 18:00~19:00 in the evening
Parking
There is a parking lot in the scenic area, 10 yuan/day
Net casting spots
There are net casting spots near the viewing platform, and there will also be mountain songs and water ballet performances.
Performance times: 7:00-9:00, 16:00-18:00, casting the net three times every 15 minutes.
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Yangtian Lake Travel Recommendations for 2024 (Updated in Apr)
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.
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During the peak travel season, I'll take you to a vast prairie in Guangdong that's perfect for a weekend getaway
The Yangtian Lake Prairie Scenic Tourism Area is located at the core of the Qitianling mountain range at the northern foot of the Nanling Mountains, about 30 kilometers southwest of Chenzhou City in Hunan Province. It broadly refers to an area of about 40 square kilometers that includes the Yangtian Lake Prairie, the Yangtian Giant Buddha, and the Anyuan Stone Forest, forming a 'Golden Triangle' distribution. The core scenic area mainly consists of a natural lake of about 20 acres formed by a dead volcanic crater gifted by the Quaternary glacial period and its surrounding nearly 10,000 acres of natural grassland, with the highest altitude in the scenic area being about 1350 meters.
The Yangtian Lake Prairie offers a wealth of recreational activities, such as horseback riding, boating on the lake, archery contests, grass skiing, stream trekking, bonfire parties, starry sky camping, and more, making every visitor linger and forget to return. Below are some of the attractions worth checking out:
- Yangtian Giant Buddha: At an altitude of 1277 meters, the stone rock cliff with a relative height difference of more than 300 meters has created the unparalleled wonder of China, the 'Yangtian Giant Buddha'.
- Hobbit Castle: The height perfectly reproduces the Hobbit houses in the movie scenes, making visitors feel as if they have entered a fairy tale world and experience a fantasy journey.
- Grass Skiing Field: Here, visitors can sit on a skateboard and slide down the hill, breathing in the fragrance of the grass and feeling the speed and thrill like the wind.
If you plan to visit the Yangtian Lake Prairie, it is recommended to check the weather in advance and sort out accommodation issues. Going on a sunny day allows you to see the blue sky, white clouds, and the beautiful sunset.
ADRIAN SUTTON
Sisters planning to visit Yangtian Lake in Chenzhou this April, listen to my 10 pieces of advice first!
April is about to welcome a full opening.
Sisters who want to rush for the weekend, Qingming Festival, or Labor Day, don't hurry!
Check out this guide with a 99.99% practicality rate before you set off!
When is the grassland at its best?
🌱April: The grass is a bit yellow, but overall it's still nice.
🌱May-October: The grassland is all green, the most beautiful period but also the most crowded.
Transportation Guide
Guangzhou South—Chenzhou West: High-speed train 1.5h, 174.5💰
Shenzhen North—Chenzhou West: High-speed train 2h, 249💰
Ticket Buying Guide
🎫Ticket: 120 yuan (half price for student ID)
⏰Opening hours: 09:00-17:00
It's best to book your tickets in advance on holidays.
Attractions Guide
👉Hobbit House: Really like the world of animation, great for taking photos
👉Windmill Grassland: Great for taking Japanese-style photos, and you can also play with rolling grass
👉Animal Kingdom: There are many alpacas, black swans, horses, sika deer, and Dorper sheep in the scenic area
👉Recreational activities: You can take a boat, archery, horse riding
👉Giant Doll: Kaws giant doll, super photogenic
Photography Guide
👗Bright or fresh-colored clothes look good in photos
▶Cool style sisters can also wear leather jackets, denim, super photogenic~
🧚♀Pair with a straw hat to make it easier to take good photos, and try to make larger movements for better-looking pictures.
Accommodation
You can choose to stay near Dongjiang Lake, which is convenient for going to see the misty Xiaodongjiang early the next morning. The best time to see the mist is from 6 am to 8 am, the earlier the better, to grab a good spot!
Check the weather before you go! The grassland is particularly affected by the weather, and it's hard to take good photos on rainy and foggy days. The altitude of the grassland is high, so it's colder in the morning and evening, and you need to bring a warm coat.
The roads to Yangtian Lake Grassland are all mountain roads, so those who get carsick should prepare motion sickness medicine in advance.
The attractions are very scattered, local taxis are expensive, and the round-trip transportation is not very convenient. You can drive yourself or join us for a local chartered car tour~
Welcome to set off with Walk in Your 20s, and experience the summer of Hayao Miyazaki at Yangtian Lake together☘️
TravelCrossroads*99
Chenzhou Yangtian Lake Prairie, a surprise after eighteen bends on the mountain road!
❤Recommended reason:
Surrounded by lush sub-primitive forests, Yangtian Lake is like a natural barrier that turns the pasture into a Shangri-La, and it is also the location for the Chinese restaurant show.
🚉Transport strategy:
Need to drive there
⏳Play time:
Including the round trip, it takes one day.
📝Note tips:
On the way up the mountain, be sure to take the main road. We previously followed the navigation on a small road, which was very steep and difficult to walk.
During holidays, it is hard to find parking spaces. You can drive further, and there are usually spaces on the hillside.
✅Must experience:
Taking photos; there is a hillside in the scenic area, standing on it offers a great view; you can also see black swans
📍Detailed address:
Yangtian Lake Prairie
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Mangshan· Wuzhifeng Sceneic Area Travel Recommendations for 2024 (Updated in Apr)
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.
NADIA WILSON
This mountain that doesn't require climbing is even more worth visiting than Gaoyiling! It's right in Chenzhou!
Hunan Province's Chenzhou City Yizhang County's Mangshan·Wuzhifeng Scenic Area is famous far and wide for its unique 'five fingers' mountain peaks spectacle. This place is the treasure of the Nanling mountain range, blending majesty, strangeness, danger, beauty, and tranquility all in one. With the seasons changing, each has its charm. Climbing high and looking into the distance, the peaks compete in beauty, the sea of clouds tumbles, as if you are in a fairyland on earth, making people linger and forget to return.
🎯Must-visit attractions:
1️⃣ Wuzhifeng Viewing Platform: Standing on the Wuzhifeng Viewing Platform at an altitude of over 1600 meters, you can have a 360-degree panoramic view of the magnificent scenery of Mangshan, experiencing the pride of overlooking all the smaller mountains.
2️⃣ Tiantai Mountain Cableway: The nearly 3.7 kilometers long cableway journey allows you to traverse the primeval forest and soar into the clouds, feeling the thrill of gliding between heaven and earth.
3️⃣ Waterfall Exploration: Visit the waterfalls and streams hidden deep in Mangshan, listen to the symphony of nature, like the famous General's Camp Waterfall, whose majestic momentum is shocking.
📍Detailed address:
Hunan Province Chenzhou City Yizhang County Mangshan Yao Nationality Township Mangshan Eastern Wuzhifeng Scenic Area
🚗Travel strategy:
① Friends who drive can take the Beijing-Hong Kong-Macao Expressway to the Yizhang exit, then transfer to the provincial road S324 to reach Mangshan National Forest Park, and then follow the signs to the Wuzhifeng Scenic Area.
② If you choose public transportation, you can first take a train or plane to Chenzhou, then transfer to a long-distance bus to Yizhang County, and then take a local tourist bus directly to Mangshan·Wuzhifeng Scenic Area.
🍲Food recommendations:
While playing, why not try some of the local Yao specialties, such as Yao mountain cured meat, Mangshan bamboo shoots, stewed free-range chicken, etc., authentic and delicious, allowing your taste buds to also enjoy a feast amidst the mountains and waters.
Surrounding attractions recommendations:
1️⃣ Mangshan National Forest Park: With rich animal and plant resources and beautiful natural landscapes, it is an ideal place to get close to nature.
2️⃣ Yizhang Chishi Scenic Area: With a profound red culture, beautiful scenery, and both educational and sightseeing value.
3️⃣ Chenzhou Dongjiang Lake: Not far from Mangshan, with vast waves, the beauty of the misty Xiaodongjiang is not to be missed.
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Mangshan Wuzhifeng
Mangshan, located at the northern foot of the Nanling Mountains, straddles the border between Hunan and Guangdong provinces. It is connected to Yizhang County of Chenzhou City in Hunan Province and Ruyuan, Yangshan, Lianzhou, and other areas in Guangdong Province, where thousands of ravines converge.
"China's Southern Ridge·Xiang-Yue Mangshan"—the best-preserved primeval forest at the same latitude on Earth, the gene bank for southern China's fauna and flora, and a granite geological mountain body of the Nanling Mountains. It is the largest national forest park in Hunan Province, boasting the titles of Hunan's second "Zhangjiajie" and "Little Huangshan".
Mangshan·Wuzhifeng Scenic Area, located in Rongjiadong, Yizhang County, Chenzhou City, Hunan Province, possesses the core essence of the great Mangshan landscape, featuring dozens of attractions such as Wuzhifeng, Jinbian Grand Canyon, Jinbian Divine Pillar, Motian Ridge, Tiantai Mountain, Guanyin Ancient Temple, and Wanshou Pagoda.
It has the world's most advanced control system, China's longest single-line sightseeing cable car, the longest cloud-walk in southern China, and a cliff elevator at an altitude of 1600 meters.
News from October 27, 2020, the Mangshan Wuzhifeng Scenic Area has installed facilities such as cableways, escalators, self-service 'stair-climbing machines', and cliff-viewing vertical elevators between altitudes of 1400 meters to 1600 meters, creating an accessible tourism channel that allows people with mobility impairments to reach the top of Mangshan Wuzhifeng without leaving their wheelchairs. On October 26, the China Tourist Attractions Association and the China Association of the Handicapped respectively awarded the Mangshan Wuzhifeng Scenic Area the titles of "China's First Accessible Mountainous Tourist Attraction" and "China's First Accessible Mountainous Scenic Area".
PATRICK HOLT
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.
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Xiaodong River Travel Recommendations for 2024 (Updated in Apr)
XiaoDongJiang|The Charm of Mist
XiaoDongJiang(小东江), located Dongjiang Town, Zixing City in Chenzhou, Hunan Provine, is renounced for its 12 km geographic beauty amidst the mist because of the temperature differences.
🗓Best months for visit: April - November
⏰Time: 5:30-9:00 AM
🎫Fee: 80 RMB- Ticket + round trip of tour bus
🙆What to enjoy:
* the mystery landscape in the mist
* Fishman casting a net
* Lights flashing on the river
* Open view of DongJiang
* Waterfall while hiking
* Cycling along the river
* Some DongJiang fish
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Ketty Zhong
The mist lingers over Xiao Dongjiang, where people wander as if in a painting
This must be a paradise on earth!
"The fisherman was once a mortal visitor, but now he is a celestial being within the painting."
Xiao Dongjiang is part of the Dongjiang Lake scenic area in Zixing, Hunan Province.
Located downstream of Dongjiang Lake, the section from the entrance of Dongjiang Lake scenic area to Dongjiang Dam is about 12km long.
The water temperature of Xiao Dongjiang remains constant at 8-10°C throughout the year. From April to October each year, due to the temperature difference effect, layers of mist form on the surface of the river, creating a beautiful and serene scenery, like a fairyland! Hence the name "Misty Xiao Dongjiang"!
Best time to view the mist: April to October each year
Best time to view the mist: 6:30~8:00 in the morning and 18:00~19:00 in the evening
Parking
There is a parking lot in the scenic area, 10 yuan/day
Net casting spots
There are net casting spots near the viewing platform, and there will also be mountain songs and water ballet performances.
Performance times: 7:00-9:00, 16:00-18:00, casting the net three times every 15 minutes.
ExcursionEscapes
At the B&B in Xiaodongjiang, Zixing, Chenzhou, we work while staying and taking care of the child
During the day, we shoot the B&B, and at night we play in Xiaodongjiang. The water in Xiaodongjiang is really comfortable. We took the boat three times, and what I love the most is the mist over the water and mountains after the rain!
WREN FOX
Chenzhou is so much fun!||Self-driving from Shenzhen to Chenzhou, a three-day and two-night guide
||Self-driving from Shenzhen to Chenzhou, a three-day and two-night guide.
day1:
Depart at 8 am, if there's no traffic, should arrive by 1 pm
Lunch: Bailutang Pig Slaughter Rice Noodle Original Store
Drive around the lake on the Bailang Lake Ring Road (in the evening), Hunan's Little Erhai Lake, there's a wetland park inside, took a stroll there, with cattle grazing and lotus root picking, it's not overly developed, suitable for walking, has a real countryside vibe.
(Free attraction) The plums sold here are very sweet and delicious, fruits are so cheap
Navigate to Bailang Scenic Area Parking Lot
Rent an electric car, 40 yuan/hour
Can take a boat to Phoenix Island
Dinner: Choose one from Hualan Family Firewood Fish, Drunken Beauty Dongjiang (Salmon), and Lakeside Folk Dishes (Salmon)
day2:
Depart at 6 am
Dongjiang Lake Scenic Area
Ticket: Just Dongjiang Lake 85, Dongjiang Lake + boat ride + cave 178
Navigate to the Tourist Service Center, take a bus to the No.2 Viewing Platform
No.2 is the white net, No.3 is the yellow net
Lunch at Dingjiajia (Dongjiang Store)
Afternoon:
Gaoyiling: Danxia landform
Entrance: 80
Best to enter after 3 pm
Lazy route: Gaoyiling Old Village Committee, need to go to the ticket office to get a paper ticket, entrance fee 80, parking fee 20. (The road is very narrow, might get congested, and is dangerous)
It's very sunny, need to do good sun protection, the whole journey takes about 3-4 hours
Dinner: Gaozi Roasted Chicken for dinner (very spicy, if you can't eat spicy food, order just a little spicy, if you don't eat spicy food at all, be cautious.)
Evening: Yuhou Street
day3:
Depart at 8 am
Breakfast: Old Deng's Qifengdu Fish Noodles/Xifengdu Yangpo Fish Noodles (Xinglong Pedestrian Street Store)
Head to Yangtian Lake Prairie (self-driving)
Ticket: 120
Navigate to Yangtian Lake Prairie Parking Lot, it's nearly a 2-hour drive from the city
Lunch: There's a food street inside the scenic area (quite expensive and the taste is very average, you can prepare some food yourself)
Return to Shenzhen before 4 pm in the afternoon
(On the way back, bought two watermelons from a melon farmer, one yuan per jin)