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Liupanshan National Forest Park Travel Recommendations for 2024 (Updated in Apr)
This is not Yunnan, this is Ningxia
Here is Guyuan, Ningxia, which is known as 'Jiangnan beyond the Great Wall', and it's not just a boast.
⛰️ Liupan Mountain National Forest Park has a forest coverage rate of over 80%, located in the central triangle area formed by Xi'an, Yinchuan, and Lanzhou, situated in the southern part of Ningxia. The main peak of Liupan Mountain, Migang Mountain, has an elevation of 2942 meters, with a forest coverage rate of over 80%, an average annual temperature of 5.8℃, and an annual precipitation of 676mm, making it an ideal summer retreat. Visiting here in summer is simply perfect.
Personal experience: After entering the scenic area through the main gate, I took a shuttle bus to Xiaonanchuan. After getting off, I entered via the waterway. Along the way, the mountains were green, the water was clear, and it was exceptionally cool. Breathing in the fresh air, I began to clear my mind, and all worries dissipated. It was incredibly comfortable – don't even mention how relaxing it was! There is also a museum on the mountain. The museum is not large, but it contains introductions to all the wildlife of Liupan Mountain, as well as many insect specimens.
‼ The waterway is slippery, so it's best to wear comfortable sports shoes; the altitude of the scenic area is high, remember to wear warm clothes; there are various kinds of noodles, grilled sausages, corn, and pancakes available in the scenic area.
💰 Ticket + Shuttle bus: 85r
MAKENZIE ZIMMERMAN
All the charm of April has faded in the human world, yet a spring outing beckons in the Liupan Mountains!
👍Highly recommended:
The garden's spring hues cannot be concealed, for it is the perfect time to admire the flowers in Liupan.
April, with its fragrance spreading across the fields, brings a unique romance to the Liupan Mountains. It's a grand meeting set for a spring day surrounded by flowers, an encounter with the blossoming spring charm.
❤Recommended because:
If the spring flowers of Liupan Mountain are in bloom, it signifies the arrival of the most enchanting time of the year. As the saying goes, 'Spring breeze, warm spring, sunny spring, enduring spring; the mountains are lush in spring, the waters ripple gently. The shade is spring-like, the air is thick with spring, the garden full of blooming flowers... The spring beauty is splendid, the spring light is vibrant, a few branches of spring apricot add dots of light to the spring...' This 'Spring Poem' by Zheng Banqiao, a great literary figure of the Qing Dynasty, vividly depicts the beautiful spring scenery of the April outing.
🗓Itinerary:
Day 1 (April 4th): Pengyang Ruhe Waterfall, Jijinping Terraced Park (5.2 km hike)
Day 2 (April 5th): Jingyuan Laolongtan (8 km hike)
Day 3 (April 6th): Sumi Mountain Grottoes (4.8 km hike)
📝Tips:
Equipment requirements: The activity area temperature (cloudy, 3 to 14 degrees) air quality is good
Mid to high-top outdoor hiking boots, quick-dry clothing, fleece jacket, sun hat, trekking poles, 15-22 liter backpack, outdoor headscarf, trash bags, gloves, one meal for the road, one liter of water, knee protectors, trash bags, glasses
ExcursionAddict
Who would have thought that within Ningxia, one could witness the scenery of Ili
🌈 Xiaonanchuan primitive forest, super photogenic, really love it
🍂 The best hiking route is to enter via Xiaonanchuan water route and exit by land!
🚶 The hiking distance is about 7 kilometers, taking photos along the way won't be too tiring. It takes about 4 to 5 hours to tour the area, including photo time
🕹 Ningxia Liupanshan National Forest Park Liupanshan National Forest Park
🚖 Mode of transportation
Self-driving
🌵 Staying in Jingyuan County, about 20 kilometers from the scenic area, there is a parking lot at the entrance of the scenic area, which charges a fee, seems to be 10 yuan.
🍀 Bought the tickets online, 80 yuan for adults, 64 yuan for students, including round-trip shuttle bus. It takes about 15 to 20 minutes to reach Xiaonanchuan by bus. You can take photos at the entrance of Xiaonanchuan, and after that, you can take the water route in.🍀 The water route has streams, moss, and forests, truly a natural oxygen bar, a great place to escape the heat.
💫 After walking for a while, you will see signposts, health trails, and up there is a primitive forest. The photos I took with the wooden plank road were taken here, after taking photos, continue along the water route. When you reach the Yunnv Waterfall, you have completed the water route
💫 Then return by land, don't take the sightseeing bus!! Continue walking back, and you will pass through the primitive forest again. Unleash your photography skills to take beautiful photos, making the trip worthwhile!!
💫 Liangdian Gorge, it takes only 10 minutes to walk through, not much to see. However, the grassland in Liangdian Gorge is quite beautiful for photos. After taking photos, you can take the scenic area bus back, note that the return trip is directly to the entrance of the scenic area, the bus does not stop at Xiaonanchuan!
🚶 About clothing
Wear a windbreaker, work pants, plus long johns, a thin sweater, just right! Be sure to wear non-slip shoes
🏃 About equipment
Bring a walking stick, it can support you while walking, and serve as a prop for photos, instantly transforming you into a martial arts hero
🍜 About food and drink
No need to bring too much, the food in the scenic area is not expensive, grilled sausages are 10 yuan for three. We just brought a few pieces of bread and a bottle of water each. That's enough!
MARTIN WOLFE
Ningxia Guyuan three-day self-driving tour guide
If you want to take a three-day self-driving tour in Guyuan, here is a guide you can refer to:
Day one:
Depart from Guyuan in the morning, head south along the mountain road, and enjoy the beautiful scenery along the way.
Upon arrival in Jingyuan, visit the local attractions, the famous 'Eight Sceneries of Jingyuan', including Woniushan, Yanzhixia, Laolongtan, Daxueshan, etc., and learn about their unique historical and cultural background.
Choose to camp or stay in a farmhouse in Jingyuan to experience the local customs.
Day two:
Depart from Jingyuan to Liupanshan National Forest Park to admire the spectacular natural scenery.
Hike or ride in the forest park to explore the natural scenery.
Have lunch at a farmhouse near the forest park and taste local delicacies, such as Liupanshan wild mushroom noodles.
Day three:
Go to Sumeru Mountain Grottoes to learn about ancient Buddhist culture.
Buy local specialties in the countryside near the grottoes, such as potatoes, sesame oil, etc. Return to Guyuan and end the three-day self-driving tour.
During the trip, please pay attention to safety, abide by local traffic rules and habits. Wish you a pleasant journey!
WALLACE PALMER
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