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2024 Anhui Travel Guide: Must-see attractions, popular food, hotels, transportation routes (updated in November)
Popular Attractions
Huangshan Scenic Area
Hongcun Village
Jiuhuashan
Xidi
Cheng Kan
Exploring Anhui - China 🇨🇳
Anhui (In Chinese: 安徽) is a mountainous province in the eastern part of the country. You can plan a five to seven days holidays in this beautiful province to enjoy some good hikes.
The surrounding area is commonly referred as Huangshan (黄山), which translates to Yellow Mountain.
This place is best known for its impressive lush green tea plantations in fact it is one of China's main black tea producing regions. Most of attractions and activities are closely related to nature. Waterfalls, relaxed or demanding hiking, Viewpoints, etc.
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Thanksgiving
That moment when your hiking 🥾 trip has turned out to be a cloudy one, but there comes one moment when the sunshines so bright and you can see everything so clearly; such a dopamine effect isn't it ?! I too had the same. After I've already booked the hotel and train 🚂 tickets, through trip.com to go to Huangshan with all my hiking gears ⚙️ in place the day isn't really pleasant. Thankfully, I chose the right hotel because of nice comments from trip.com to Baiyun hotel🛍️. My two complete days of hiking involved not only sightseeing, but also interacting with lot of people, sign 🪧 boards and maps. To be honest, after a long time I did a solo tour like this and I feel so lucky for the convenience of booking, arrangement and especially the remainder about things to do in Trip.com🥸. Totally a nice one, and I had a good trip at Huangshan. #tripcom
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March / April are the best times to see the bright yellow fields of rapeseed flowers surrounding villages in Anhui - and Lucun is one of those villages you can explore to enjoy an escape into nature.
From Shanghai, you can take a high speed train to Huangshan North Train Station, which is only around 2.5-3 hours. Then, to reach Lucun Village, you can either take a bus from Huangshan North or hire a driver for the day. We decided to hire a driver for a day, at 350 RMB per day, to take us around a number of villages in the area.
Lucun is located near Hongcun Village, so you could easily schedule in a visit to at least two or three villages in one day if you’re pressed for time. Lucun is one of the smaller villages, charming and tranquil, and is said to be around 1,000 years old. while strolling through, we saw locals simply getting about their day prepping meals, washing clothes or heading out into the fields to work. The surrounding areas was beautiful - with bright yellow fields surrounding the immediate area around the village, and huge rolling hills in the distance.
📍Lucun Village, Anhui Province, China
Ticket Price: 50 RMB
#unforgettableexperiences#historicculture#loveflowers#urbanexplorer#qingmingtravel
Michaela (@uncoveringcities) Anhui! Jiuhua Mountain! Stay in a detached courtyard!!!
Found a hidden treasure homestay in Jiuhua Mountain Lane, which is very suitable for a vacation with family!!
The location is very good, the mountain view courtyard is beautiful
Recently, the babies who are going to travel around Anhui or want to go to Jiuhua Mountain, look at this one!!!
The location is like a paradise
There is really nothing to pick about this homestay. There is a temple outside the door. It is very quiet in the alley. It seems to be isolated from the world. You can walk around the attractions of Jiuhua Street.
The room is so comfortable that I don't want to leave
The room is clean and tidy, the bed is super soft and feels like home, it's really comfortable
Also thoughtfully provided a dehumidifier, the humidity on the mountain is heavy, this arrangement is really thoughtful
Enthusiastic and thoughtful service
The breakfast is rich and varied, I really can't help but eat a few more bites. Afternoon tea also has various styles, and I am super satisfied. The staff is super enthusiastic, and they can carefully plan your travel route for you.
Hefei Family Fun | Experience the thrill of science fiction up close.
Hefei Family Fun | Experience the thrill of science fiction up close||When science fiction becomes reality, the fun of the universe begins here...
The entire venue is divided into 5 characteristic areas
Here we travel through time and space
Not only can we recreate classic scenes from The Wandering Earth and The Devourer
You can also immerse yourself in the fun of performing
There are also live NPC interactions on site
Experience the charm of science fiction up close
Tips: It is not recommended for babies under 3 years old.
Anhui! Jiuhua Mountain! This detached courtyard is worth crying over.
I found a hidden treasure in the alleys of Jiuhua Mountain. It's very suitable for a family vacation!!
The location is impeccable! There are temples outside the door, and it's very quiet in the alley. It really feels like a small paradise! It's very convenient to stay here. You can walk around and visit the major attractions on Jiuhua Street, and you can also enjoy the quiet courtyard.
The room is so clean and tidy that people want to stay and not leave! The bed is also very soft and comfortable. The homestay also prepared a dehumidifier! The humidity on the mountain is heavy, this arrangement is really appropriate 😃😃
The service is also full marks! Breakfast is rich and varied. Afternoon tea is even more varied! In addition, the staff is simply too enthusiastic. They can meet almost all the requirements of the heart. And they will also carefully plan the tourist route map ✌✌
Mid-Autumn Festival Preview | Moonlit Fish Lantern Festival, Let's Relive the Thousand-Year Nostalgia of the Ancient Village
| Moonlit Fish Lantern Festival, Let's Relive the Thousand-Year Nostalgia of the Ancient Village.-
Thousands of city lights
Cannot compare to a single moon in the mountains
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Mid-Autumn Festival
The moonlight described in ancient poems will transcend a thousand years
To illuminate the lights of Xixinan
Please bring your thoughts and enter the night of fish spirits
——Relive the nostalgia of the thousand-year-old Huizhou ancient village
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🏮 Garden Lantern Festival
Little Wooden Bridge Square in the Green Wild Fairyland
The Garden Lantern Festival will be upgraded again
We await your arrival in splendid attire,
To take photos with friends and family under the lights
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Play pitch-pot, choose your favorite lantern,
Make wishes and hang them on the bamboo...
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Bring a lantern, or wear Hanfu
You will receive a small holiday surprise prepared by us
It's okay to come light,
Head straight to the lantern festival to pick an outfit and lantern
Transform into a character from the Book of Songs in minutes
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🐟 Fish Lantern & Flower Lantern Parade
Traditional handmade fish lanterns will parade in greater numbers than before
There will also be flying fish lanterns and various flower lanterns competing for beauty
Holding a lantern, you must become part of the parade
We will march with drums and fireworks leading the way
Starting from the Little Wooden Bridge in the Green Wild Fairyland,
Passing by the creek street, through the village, to the opposite riverbank to light the bonfire for blessings
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🪷 River Lantern Blessings
We have prepared plenty of wishing river lanterns by the creek
On this night of longing,
Please feel free to write your wishes
And entrust them to the river and forest, let the lights pass through the ancient village
To convey your wishes to the horizon
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🎆 Festival Fireworks
Light fireworks, dispel the cold of the night, illuminate the way
The crackling sound sends the fish towards the brilliant homes
And lights up grand festival fireworks by the stone bridge on the riverbank——
Entrusting all thoughts and beauty
Let's celebrate the Mid-Autumn Festival together
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🕰 Time:
2024/9/16, Mid-Autumn Festival
19:00-20:00
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Location:
🏡 Xixinan Ancient Village, Huizhou District, Huangshan City
Garden Lantern Festival - Little Wooden Bridge Square in the Green Wild Fairyland
Fish Lantern Parade - Along the creek in Xixinan Village
It's a day for mountain boys to wildly enjoy 'nature'
Hiding in the primeval forest🌳, strolling along mossy paths
with negative ion content reaching 20,000
immersive hiking + adventure
It's a day for mountain boys to wildly enjoy 'nature'🤍
Go to the small city of Banwei
The summer in Yongquan Town is just like a scene from an anime! || The sound of cicadas and the shade of green trees are the signals of summer.
This summer, I went to Yongquan Town again.
I really love the secluded and simple slow life here.
If you're tired of working, come here to find relaxation.
📍Yongquan Town, Tongling City, Anhui Province
If you haven't been to the small towns in southern Anhui,
I sincerely suggest you come to relive the summer memories.
I must visit Chizhou's attractions at least once a year to save myself from the monotony of work
Anhui Chizhou is another beautiful small city. Here is a two-day, one-night travel guide.
【Itinerary】
D1: Xinghua Village, Ping Tian Lake, Jiuhua Heavenly Pool
D2: Penglai Fairy Cave, Drunken Mountain Wild
【Transportation】Self-driving is recommended as the attractions are too scattered, and some cannot be reached by public transportation.
【Attractions】
1. Xinghua Village Scenic Area (Free)
"The First Poetry Village in the World"—Xinghua Village, with its spatial layout of "One Road, Two Waters, Three Areas." Standing in front of the statues of Du Mu and the shepherd boy, it feels like traveling back a thousand years, meeting Du Mu, and reciting poetry together. Every scenic spot, such as White Reed Lotus Wind, Ten Mile Road, and Meizhou Morning Snow, is poetic and picturesque, making people feel refreshed and reluctant to leave.
Duration: About 1.5 hours
Address: No. 108 Xinghua Avenue, Guichi District, Chizhou City
Opening Hours: Monday to Sunday 8:00-17:30
2. Ping Tian Lake (Free)
Standing on the Lotus Platform overlooking the lake, you can feel the magnificent scenery of "Only This Green." Whether sitting quietly by the lake or boating on it, you can deeply feel the tranquility and harmony of nature.
Duration: About 1 hour
Address: Ping Tian Lake Road, Guichi District, Chizhou City
Opening Hours: Open all day from Monday to Sunday
3. Jiuhua Heavenly Pool Scenic Area (Ticket: 68 RMB/person)
With its original natural ecology and unique landscape, the deep forests, fresh air, static giant rocks, and dynamic waterfalls create the wonder of "Heavenly River Hanging Green Water," a unique sight in Jiangnan.
Duration: About 3-4 hours
Address: Tianchi Avenue, Guichi District, Chizhou City
Opening Hours: Summer Monday to Sunday 7:30-17:30
4. Penglai Fairy Cave (Ticket: 60 RMB/person)
Also known as Arhat Cave, it stretches over 3000 meters and is said, "After seeing Huangshan, no other mountains are worth seeing; after seeing Penglai, no other caves are worth seeing." The cave is filled with wonders like stone drapes, stone flags, and stone curtains, with stalactites and stone pillars arranged in an orderly manner. Exploring it feels like traversing an underground palace, with every step filled with mystery, making one marvel at the craftsmanship of nature.
Duration: About 1.5 hours
Address: Ducun, Renli Town, Shitai County, Chizhou City
Opening Hours: Monday to Sunday 7:30-17:00
5. Drunken Mountain Wild (Ticket: 108 RMB/person)
A "hidden" paradise in the mountains, the scenic area features unique spots like Huangya Grand Canyon, Ciyun Ancient Cave, Yuanxi Dam, Qiansi Beach, and Qinglong Pool. Visit Drunken Mountain Wild this summer to experience nature's constant air conditioning and feel the coolness of summer.
Duration: About 3-4 hours
Address: Huangyan Group, Yuanxi Village, Renli Town, Shitai County, Chizhou City
Opening Hours: Monday to Friday 8:00-16:30; Saturday to Sunday 7:30-16:30
【Accommodation Recommendation】
Tianchi Twelve Hours Homestay (497 RMB/room) is a traditional Hui-style courtyard with blue bricks, black tiles, and horse-head walls. It offers various room types such as mountain view rooms and courtyard rooms, and provides tea art, guqin performances, and traditional Hui cuisine.
Address: No. 88 Tianchi Avenue, Mayu Street, Guichi District, Chizhou City
【Food Recommendation】
Special Dishes: Qiupu Mandarin Fish, Shitai Selenium-rich Pork, Guichi Small Cakes
Snacks: Jinji Pancakes, Lao Wang Fried Skewers, Thirteen Spices Pepper Chicken, Jiuhua Mountain Rice Noodles, Chizhou Small Cakes
Crouching tiger hidden tiger scene!
Anhui Huangshan Surrounding Tour! Take advantage of the holiday and set off now!!
A place of lifelong obsession, no dream reaches Huizhou.
1️⃣Transportation
Self-driving: For those in the nearby areas of Jiangsu, Zhejiang, and Shanghai, self-driving is an option. It is very convenient to go to Hongcun and the surrounding areas; High-speed rail: There is a high-speed rail station near Hongcun (Yixian Station), and there are direct buses to the scenic spots after getting off, which is also very convenient.
2️⃣Around Huangshan
Recommended places to visit
⚠️Huangshan Scenic Area: Huangshan is one of the Five Great Mountains of China, and it is worth climbing. If you want to climb Huangshan, remember to make a reservation in advance.
⚠️Xidi: It features very distinctive Huizhou-style architecture, an ancient village gathering place with particularly good scenery. There are also many photo spots. Xidi is very close to Hongcun, so you can visit Xidi first and then go to Hongcun.
⚠️Hongcun Scenic Area: It also has very characteristic Huizhou-style architecture, various specialty shops, and many old sites. The scenery is particularly good, very suitable for relaxing and strolling, and it is also very photogenic.
Xidi and Hongcun attract many art students to sketch, and you can also buy their paintings, which are very beautiful and can be kept as souvenirs.
⚠️Wuyuan: Wuyuan in Jiangxi is also particularly worth visiting. It has been rated as the most beautiful ancient village by National Geographic. Take the high-speed rail to Wuyuan Station, and then you can choose to take a bus or taxi to your destination. The local folk culture is particularly rich, and the mountain and water scenery is also very beautiful. The famous map of China on the wall is in Wuyuan.
⚠️Jingdezhen: Jingdezhen in Jiangxi can be reached from the high-speed rail stations of the previous locations to Jingdezhen North Station. Then you can take a taxi to various places (for my specific one-day travel notes, please see my homepage~).
These spots are all particularly worth visiting. Take advantage of the summer vacation, which is the best time for a cool and enjoyable trip, and go into the mountains to experience nature!
Taoyuan Village, a niche village in Anhui Province
"Pick chrysanthemums under the eastern fence, and leisurely see the Nanshan Mountain"
With white walls and black tiles, alternating with bamboo shadows, it is a resort hotel hidden deep in ancient Huizhou culture.
Nanshan Inn consists of Nanshan, Nanshi Hall, Nanshuyuan, Nantingxu, Liuwu, Nan Coffee and Sanlian Bookstore. Each building shows the design intention.
The inn also provides a swimming pool. In midsummer, it is pleasant to swim in the swimming pool in the ancient village for a few times. It is also a treat for the taste buds to eat local dishes from southern Anhui.
Address: Taoyuan Village, Shanli Town, Qimen County, Huangshan City, Anhui Province,
The Homestay in the Ancient Village | Living in a Real-Life Peach Blossom Spring in Huizhou!!
|Living in a Real-Life Peach Blossom Spring in Huizhou!! Established in the 5th year of the Tai Calendar, the property covers 30 acres, nestled against the mountain and enjoying the entire forest.
The Youhuan Valley Homestay (Huangshan Huizhou Store) is hidden in the ancient village of Shuyuan, with small bridges over flowing water, pastoral flower gardens, and lush bamboo. It's as if time slows down here, returning to the days when one lifetime was enough to love just one person
The exterior of the homestay adopts the Huizhou architectural style, while the interior is decorated with a comfortable and livable new Chinese style. Large panoramic floor-to-ceiling windows bring the landscape into the room, furniture is mostly made of teak, and various finely carved artworks are placed above the cabinets, each detail highlighting quality.
The rooms are equipped with underfloor heating, smart toilets, and an intelligent control system, with curtains, TVs, etc. that open and close at will, and suites all have large scenic bathtubs
The first floor has a tea room, calligraphy reading area, movie theater, and leisure area, while the basement has a gym and audio-visual room...
In the park, you can climb mountains, pick fruits, play in the water , cycle, experience Hanfu clothing, camp and barbecue... Here, you can fully enjoy an immersive vacation.
Recommended Nearby Attractions
· Lingshan Scenic Area (2min drive from the homestay), a group of ancient Huizhou-style buildings from the Ming and Qing dynasties.
· Chengkan Scenic Area (10min drive from the homestay), selected by National Geographic as the secret realm of Jiangnan in the Qingming Shanghe Tu.
· Huizhou Ancient City (20min drive from the homestay) , one of the four well-preserved ancient cities in China, embodying a thousand years of ancient charm
· Huangshan Scenic Area (40min drive from the homestay), after visiting the Five Great Mountains, one need not see any other mountains, but after visiting Huangshan, one need not see the Five Great Mountains. Navigation: Youhuan Valley Homestay (Huangshan Huizhou Store)
Self-driving: About 2.5h drive from Hangzhou
Public transport: To Huangshan North Station, about 20min by taxi
I can't believe it! There is such a place in Anhui!
Babies😜, today I am going to bring you a super detailed travel guide for Anhui in June🎉! Anhui, that is a place full of surprises and charm😎!
🌏Let's understand the geographical location first🧐: Anhui is located in the East China region of our great China👏, where there is a rich variety of natural landscapes and a profound historical and cultural heritage👍.
🚶Here comes the travel route👇:
We can first visit Huangshan🧗♀️, feel its majestic grandeur😍 (Scenic area opening hours: 6 am to 6 pm, and there is an exciting cable car to experience🚡).
Then come to Taiping Lake🌊, enjoy the tranquil and clear lake water and the beautiful lake and mountain scenery🤩.
Hongcun🤓 is of course not to be missed, with its antique architecture and unique cultural atmosphere that will make you linger (open all day).
The Huashan Mysterious Grottoes🤔 are full of mystery, waiting for you to unveil its mysterious veil (opening hours are from 8 am to 5:30 pm).
The Xin'an River Landscape Gallery🎨 is like a beautiful scroll, letting you indulge in the natural beauty (8 am to 5 pm, don't miss the boat tour🚢).
Xidi👣 has a long history and unique architectural style, walking through it, as if you have traveled back to the past🤩.
There are also attractions such as Tangyue Archway Group, Bao's Garden, Chengkan, etc., each with its own characteristics, worth exploring one by one🧐.
😜Next, let me introduce the gameplay of these attractions in detail🤗:
Huangshan is a must-visit😎! You can choose to hike or take the cable car up the mountain🚡, admiring the spectacular scenery along the way👀. Taiping Lake is suitable for boating🚣, feeling that tranquility and comfort👒. In Hongcun, stroll on the stone roads of the ancient village👠, feeling the long history and culture🧐. The mysterious atmosphere in the Huashan Mysterious Grottoes will make you can't help but explore🧐. You must take a boat tour in the Xin'an River Landscape Gallery🚢, admiring the beautiful scenery along the way🤩. Xidi's architectural style is unique, and you can appreciate its charm only by savoring it carefully👍. Tangyue Archway Group and Bao's Garden are witnesses of history🤓, making people marvel at the wisdom of the ancients👏. Chengkan is also an ancient village with a unique style waiting for you to discover😜.
🎫A little secret about free admission🤫:
Hongcun can be entered for free before 7:30 am and after 5:30 pm😎, babies can seize this time to go play👏.
👋You also need to know the travel precautions🧐:
The weather in Anhui in June is quite hot🥵, babies need to pay attention to sun protection measures👒. And the distance between each scenic spot may be a bit far🚶, so it is very important to plan the transportation in advance🚗.
😍Here comes the food😍:
🍚Anhui-style fried rice, with distinct grains and fragrant aroma, is absolutely amazing👍.
🥘Hu Shi Yipin pot, a rich variety of ingredients brings a variety of tastes, super satisfying👏.
🍗Hui-style braised duck, the duck meat is flavorful, so delicious that you can't stop😜.
🍜Hairy tofu, with a unique taste, you must try it🧐.
🍘Huangshan sesame cake, fragrant and crispy, one bite after another😍.
💕To sum up😎, Anhui is really a great travel destination👍. There are spectacular natural scenery🤩, profound historical culture🧐, and delicious local cuisine😍. Babies, come on🎉, I believe you will fall in love with this beautiful place💖!
Hongcun Travel Guide is here!
Due to the recent heavy rains, let's start with the Hongcun travel guide:
Open all day, some attractions: 7:30-17:30
Ticket: Adult | 94 (valid for three days with unlimited entries, be sure to keep your ticket safe)
Recommended tour route: Hongji Bridge - Taoyuan Residence - Shuren Hall - Deyi - Chengzhi Hall - Jingxiu Hall - Lexu Hall - Yuezhao - Jingde Hall - Nanhu Academy - Huaqiao - South Gate Exit
:1 For high-speed rail, choose Huangshan North Station, take the high-speed rail express line 1 and get off at Huangshan Changyun Bus Passenger Transport Station, then take a bus to Hongcun.
For high-speed rail, choose to get off at Yixian East Station, and take a taxi for about 43 minutes
For high-speed rail, get off at Yixian East Station, board at the High-speed Rail New Village Station and take Yixian Route 7 to the Government Affairs Center Station, then transfer to Yixian Route 1 and get off at Hongcun Bus Station.
Food recommendations: Stinky tofu (personally feels a bit bitter), Huangshan baked cakes (buy more, they are really delicious, highly recommended), stinky mandarin fish (delicious, really fragrant. Depends on personal taste)
We stayed inside the village and then went out for breakfast. Actually, you can find something to eat inside the village, there are quite a lot of options.
Suggestions!
1. If you arrive at the entrance of the village, you can ask the owner of the booked homestay (inn) if they can pick you up (when I went there was a downpour, the owner brought us in on an electric tricycle)
2. Be sure to wear comfortable shoes, otherwise walking all day can be really tiring and body are on the road
Wannan Chuan-Tibet Line | A stunning museum hidden among the mountains and waters
Wannan Chuan-Tibet Line | A stunning museum hidden among the mountains and waters❗️||As a person from Xuancheng, Anhui,
I didn't even know before that Xuancheng had such a high-class building!
This is the Guozhi Living Room - Xuan Paper Museum
The architecture is really, really, really, really, really beautiful❗️
The elegance of the colors,
The white space of the composition,
Resonates with traditional Chinese painting,
Perfectly embodies the romanticism of Oriental white space~
The architecture itself is a piece of extreme art,
Creating a beautiful picture from every angle,
Taking photos here is truly beyond amazing!
【Travel Tips】
🪧Exhibition Hall: China Xuan Paper Culture Park
📍Location: Jing County, Xuancheng, Anhui
🚄High-speed Rail: Direct access to Jing County Station
🎫Ticket: 60 for adults, 20 for children
⏰Opening Hours: Monday-Sunday 8:00-17:00 (entry stops at 16:00)
Anhui: A gentle breeze carries the charm of the Wan region, painting the mountains and rivers beautifully
Hefei
The capital of Anhui Province, located between the Yangtze and Huai rivers, holds an important strategic position. Hefei boasts a long history and rich cultural heritage, with ancient sites such as the Bao Gong Temple bearing witness to the passage of time. It is also a hub for scientific and technological innovation, with numerous research institutions and burgeoning high-tech industries. The city's urban construction is rapidly evolving, with modern skyscrapers complementing the beautiful natural landscape. Recreational spots like Xiaoyaojin Park provide a perfect place for relaxation.
Chuzhou
Located in the eastern part of Anhui, it has a long history and splendid culture, with famous attractions such as Langya Mountain, offering clear waters and charming scenery. The area is rich in cultural atmosphere, with Ouyang Xiu leaving behind timeless literary works.
Langya Mountain
Renowned for its 'Eight Scenic Wonders' including famous people, pavilions, writings, steles, springs, caves, forests, and gardens, it is known as a 'Cultural Mountain' and a famous cultural tourism destination in East China. The main core scenic area of Langya Mountain covers approximately 115 square kilometers, including the Zuixian Pavilion area, Puxian area, and Qingliu Pass area. Core attractions include Zuixian Pavilion, South Heaven Gate, and Wild Fragrance Garden. In ancient times, Langya Mountain was known as Moda Ridge and was named after Emperor Yuan of the Eastern Jin Dynasty, Sima Rui. It later gained fame through Ouyang Xiu's essay 'The Record of the Old Drunkard Pavilion'. The climate is a humid and semi-humid monsoon climate transitioning from North Subtropical to Warm Temperate, with mild weather and distinct seasons. The terrain is characterized by low mountainous and hilly karst topography, an extension of the Huaiyang Mountains to the east, including Dafeng Mountain, Xiaofeng Mountain, Huashan Mountain, Guanshan Mountain, Chengxi Lake, Qingliu Pass, etc., with the southwest high and northeast low, extending along the northeast direction at 50° to 60°. The highest peak is Xiaofeng Mountain, with an altitude of about 321 meters. The forest coverage rate of Langya Mountain exceeds 85%, with natural secondary forests being the most widespread and largest in area, as well as rare tree species unique to Langya Mountain such as Langya elm and Drunken elm. The vegetation is lush, the ecological environment is superior, and hundreds of species of wild animals live here. At the same time, Langya Mountain Scenic Area has a rich cultural landscape, with Confucian, Buddhist, and Taoist cultures, many ancient temples, and relics left by scholars from past dynasties.
Huaibei
Located in the northeastern part of Anhui Province, at the junction of Jiangsu, Henan, and Anhui provinces, it is an important resource-based and modern industrial city. Huaibei has a long history and a rich cultural heritage. More than 4,000 years ago, Shang Tang's eleventh ancestor, Xiang Tu, built a city at the southern foot of Xiangshan Mountain, and since then, dynasties have established counties and prefectures here. Huaibei is also the hometown of historical figures such as Zuanxu's grandson Zhang, Jiàn Shu, Xue Guangde, Huan Tan, Dai Kui, and Liu Kaiqu.
Suzhou
The northern gateway of Anhui. With a long history and profound cultural heritage, it has relics such as the ancient battlefield of Gaixia, witnessing the passage of time. Suzhou is rich in products and has pleasant scenery, with the New Bian River flowing quietly.
Bengbu
An important transportation hub, where the Beijing-Shanghai Railway and the Huai River converge. Bengbu has a diverse culture, including Dayu culture, and beautiful landscapes such as Longzi Lake.
Huainan
An important city in Anhui, it is the birthplace of tofu. Huainan has abundant coal resources and a solid industrial foundation. Attractions like Shungeng Mountain add charm. Huainan is known for its cuisine, such as Huainan beef soup.
Fuyang
Located in northern Anhui, it is an important transportation hub. With a long history and rich culture, it has produced famous figures like Guan Zhong. It has abundant natural resources, and its specialty foods are mouthwatering.
Bozhou
Ancient and full of charm. It is known as the capital of traditional Chinese medicine, with a long history of traditional Chinese medicine culture. It has relics such as Cao Cao's military road, carrying the memories of history. Bozhou is rich in products, with fragrant wines.
Lu'an
A city in western Anhui. It has a long history and splendid culture, with Gaotao culture originating here. The majestic Dabie Mountains stand tall, and the Pi River flows through. Lu'an is rich in products, with famous specialties such as tea. It is also a former revolutionary base, where the spirit of the revolution continues to be passed on.
Anqing
A historical and cultural city. Once the capital of Anhui, it has a profound cultural heritage. It has ancient sites such as the Zhenfeng Tower, and the sound of Huangmei Opera is well-known. Anqing is nestled between mountains and rivers, with beautiful scenery. It has settled over the years, constantly rejuvenating with new vitality.
Chizhou
Located in southern Anhui. It has beautiful landscapes, with Mount Jiuhua being famous far and wide. Chizhou has a pleasant ecology and fresh air. It has a long history and culture, with unique Nuoxi opera. It is tranquil and peaceful, like a paradise.
Tongling
Known for its copper industry, it has a long history of copper mining and smelting. Tianjing Lake is picturesque, and the city is full of vitality.
Xuancheng
A city in southeastern Anhui, it is the hometown of Xuan paper. Jingting Mountain is poetically charming, and Hui-style architecture is uniquely attractive. The ecology is beautiful, and the products are abundant.
Wuhu
Located in southeastern Anhui. It is a vibrant city with active economic development. Fantawild Adventure offers endless fun, and Jiu Zi Ancient Town is quaint and charming. Wuhu has convenient transportation and a variety of delicious foods, such as Wuhu shrimp noodles.
Ma'anshan
Close to the river and sea, it has abundant steel resources and a solid industrial foundation. Caishi Ji is picturesque, with a profound historical and cultural background. The city is developing rapidly and has convenient transportation. It also has delicious Caishi Ji tea dry.
Discovering Southern Anhui: Beyond Huangshan and Hongcun ✨
#AnhuiTravel #SouthernCharm
When it comes to Anhui, many people only know about Huangshan and Hongcun. In fact, the charm of southern Anhui is more than that. The region boasts white walls and daiwa, reminiscent of the Wizard of Oz, and the ancient city of Huizhou with a long history. Qiyun Mountain adds to the allure, offering a life of infatuation and a dreamy escape into the beauty of Huizhou. 👁️
Anhui's May Day tourism strategy recommends taking a high-speed rail to Huangshan North station, where taxis and self-driving options make visiting attractions very convenient.
1️⃣ Hongcun is often compared to Kan, a quiet gem that surpasses the former in tranquility. Every summer, a flock of big white geese play in the lotus flowers, creating a scene that feels almost unreal.
2️⃣ Xixi in southern Anhui is like a local version of the "Wizard of Oz." Walking along the tree-lined stone piers and wooden plank roads feels like stepping into a forest fairyland. The beauty of the forest here is so captivating that it naturally slows down your pace.
3️⃣ Huizhou Ancient City is known for its white walls and black tiles, ancestral halls, and cultural heritage. It has been praised by "National Geographic" as one of China's most charming ancient cities. The entrance guarded by Xu Guozhu adds to its solemnity.
4️⃣ Yangchan Tulou, a thousand-year-old village hidden in the mountains, amazed me. The khaki-colored houses built on the mountainside, layered and bathed in sunlight, evoke a sense of childhood warmth.
5️⃣ Qiyun Mountain offers a hiking experience that rivals Huangshan but is more cost-effective and suitable for beginners. With ancient cliff villages, steep hiking trails, Danxia landforms, and Moyan stone carvings, the mountain has much to offer. When it comes to food in Anhui, don't miss the smelly mandarin fish 🐟, Huizhou hairy tofu, steamed alectoris, Huangshan sesame seed cake, Huainan beef soup, and more.
Regret only comes when you realize Anhui is a severely underrated place
This year, for a festive atmosphere that really feels like the holiday season, Anhui is definitely on the list. Let me recommend an off-the-beaten-path beauty spot that's great for photos, Qi Yun Mountain~
During the Spring Festival period all the way to the Lantern Festival, there are also festival-limited activities, such as iron flower performances, fireworks shows, the Hengjiang dance of the golden dragon, fish lantern garden parties, and so on~
📌: Qi Yun Mountain, Xiuning, Anhui
🚌: After getting off at Huangshan Station, it's a 30-minute taxi ride
⚠️Spring Festival limited-time benefits:
From February 1-25, tourists with the zodiac signs 'Dragon, Dog, Rabbit, Ox', upon presenting their ID card, can enjoy free admission to Qi Yun Mountain scenic area❗️
From now until February 16, Huangshan returnees, upon presenting their return high-speed train ticket + Huangshan city ID card, can also enjoy free admission to Qi Yun Mountain❗️
Recommended two-day, one-night itinerary
D1: Arrive at Qi Yun Mountain — Qi Yun Town (National style concert, peddler parade, five blessings for the new year, town market) — Night view (fish lanterns, dance of the golden dragon, fireworks show)
D2: Take the cable car up the mountain — Hiking (from Yuehua cable car to Xianlou Dream Bridge to Shouzi Rock to Yuehua Street to Taisu Palace — Xiaohu Sky to Yuxu Palace to Ziyun Pass to Wulao Peak to Fangla Fort to Danxia Corridor — to the highest peak and then down the mountain), the whole journey takes about 4 hours, prepare some snacks and water~
Must-visit spots
✅Yuxu Palace, the famous red Taoist temple you've seen online
✅Fangla Fort, a staircase that shoots straight up the cliff, offering a panoramic view of Qi Yun Mountain
✅Yuehua Street, a Huizhou-style village on the cliff, full of life and atmosphere
✅Danxia Corridor, Danxia landform, where you can take photos like in a Western blockbuster
Accommodation🏨: I stayed at the Xiangfu Rui Resort Hotel, just a few steps from Qi Yun Town and only a 50-meter walk from the cable car
Surrounding Hefei | A 3-year-old child unlocks their first mountain, friendly for the elderly and children
I swear this is the most interesting mountain I have ever climbed. ⛰
Last week, I took my little one and grandma to climb a mountain. I heard that this mountain is very friendly to the elderly and children, and it is very interesting. So I made arrangements immediately! ❗️
We set out from Hefei in the morning with the little one and grandma, and it took about 2.5 hours to reach Mingtang Mountain. The self-drive scenery along the way was beautiful. It had rained the day before, and the fog was heavy. As we ascended, there was a feeling of walking in the clouds.
Recommended route for the elderly and children that doesn't involve much climbing
⭕️ Going up the mountain ⛰
Scenic shuttle 🚍 - Cable car 🚡 - Magic carpet
After entering the scenic area, a scenic shuttle takes you to the foot of the mountain. You need to climb for about 10 minutes to reach the cable car 🚡, then switch to the magic carpet, which takes you directly to the 1400m high-altitude sightseeing area. You can visit attractions such as the thrilling steps, high-altitude glass bridge, high-altitude glass walkway, Green Pine Ridge, Moon Rock, high-altitude swing, etc.
⭕️ Going down the mountain ⛰
Glass dry slide - Cable car 🚡 - Rafting - Scenic shuttle
You can play while descending the mountain.
The dry slide is really fun. The scenic area provides pants, shoe covers, and gloves. Once geared up, you can slide down the mountain through the glass passage, just like a slide. It's really fun, and the little one was so excited, wanting to do it again.
Rafting replaces the 10-minute walk down the mountain after coming down by cable car 🚡. The rafting takes about 3 minutes and takes you directly to the scenic shuttle. It's really suitable for bringing kids; I thought the little one would be scared, but she said it was so much fun after coming down.
✅ The whole trip took about more than 5 hours.
This trip gave me a new understanding of my little one and my mother.
Before coming, I was mentally prepared that they might be too scared to walk on the glass walkway, suspension bridge, etc...
It turns out I was really overthinking it! ❗️
They were much braver than me. My mother even dared to take the high-altitude cableway, and the little one could even run on the glass walkway.
The little one walked the whole way by herself, without crying or fussing, and was in a very good mood. She asked questions and learned along the way, excited from start to finish. Passers-by all praised her for being amazing.
After coming down the mountain ⛰, we ate at a local farmhouse restaurant, which tasted very good, and we were stuffed with an average cost of 50 per person.
⛰ Mingtang Mountain
📍 Yuexi County, Anqing City, Anhui Province
It's about a 2.5-hour drive from Hefei, Wuhan, etc. You can drive there and back in one day. The scenic area has a free parking lot, which is very convenient for parking~
❤️ TIPS:
✅ Although there's not much need for climbing, you should still prepare a pair of comfortable shoes 👟.
✅ It's a bit chilly at the top of the mountain, so you can bring a jacket.
✅ Bring bread and fruit, and make sure to bring enough water.
Good time in Anhui
Visited this little paper factory town for my school field trip. It was a great learning experience.
Anhui's Tianzhu Mountain (as magnificent as a palace atop the clouds)
Tianzhu Mountain is known for its unique geomorphology, characterized by granite collapse landforms, encompassing nearly all types of granite geomorphic landscapes. The main peak, Tianzhu Peak, rises 1489.8 meters above sea level and is the highest peak of Tianzhu Mountain. Ancient people said, 'After visiting the Five Great Mountains, one need not visit other mountains; after visiting Huangshan, one need not visit other peaks; but after visiting Tianzhu, one need not visit other summits,' hence it is acclaimed as 'a pillar holding up the sky.' Within Tianzhu Mountain, there are forty-two named peaks, eighty-four unnamed peaks, eighteen ridges, fifty-three caves, sixteen rocks, seventeen cliffs, seven passes, eight pools, three rivers, two streams, forty-eight forts, and many other places of historic interest and scenic beauty. The mountain is divided into nine main scenic areas: Meicheng District, Gukou District, Jiujing District, Mazu District, Liangyao District, Xiguan District, Tianzhu District, Feilai District, and Yujing District. Major attractions include Tianzhu Peak, One-Line-Sky, Feilai Peak, and numerous cultural relics, including thirteen sites that are national key cultural relics protection units and provincial key cultural relics protection units. There are also many cliff inscriptions left by literary figures such as Li Bai, Bai Juyi, Su Shi, and Wang Anshi.
In 1982, Tianzhu Mountain became one of the first national key scenic spots. In 2005, it became a national geological park, and in 2011, it joined the Global Geoparks Network and was rated as a national AAAAA-level tourist attraction.
I thought Hongcun was already beautiful until I went there
Don't want to go to work? Just stay here for a week!
This is the most surprising place I've visited this year! Compared to Hongcun and Wuyuan, I love this little mountain town even more🌳 Among the 'Twelve Scenic Spots of Southern Yangtze', Jiubao Hot Spring, and Yongquan Town, each one is a delightful surprise! Even spending money here requires copper coins, which is such a unique experience! It's perfect for a weekend getaway with friends~
Travel tips for the small town🙋🏻♂️:
1️⃣ I arrived a day early and stayed in Yongquan Town. Each room comes with a private hot spring♨️ I took a dip as soon as I got to the room! It's just too good!
2️⃣ Don't miss out on the breakfast the next day, it's full of various flavors from the Jiangnan region and very rich~ After breakfast, head to the 'Twelve Scenic Spots of Southern Yangtze' (about 2 hours of touring). It's really beautiful! Truly a scene at every step, I kept taking photos with my friends all along the way.
3️⃣ At noon, visit the town's market to eat and stroll! Here you use copper coins to exchange for snacks, which is really interesting!
4️⃣ In the afternoon, you can go to the hot springs, which are incredibly comfortable! Your whole body feels smooth after soaking.
5️⃣ Don't miss the bonfire party in the evening! Everyone holding hands and dancing together is really joyful~
🙆🏻♂️For a busy life, coming here to relax couldn't be more appropriate.
The season when the azaleas bloom is coming soon! I can't imagine how beautiful the entire hillside will be when it's covered in red!!
Address📍: Yongquan Town Tourism Resort
Transportation🚄: Take the high-speed train to Tongling North (or Tongling Station) and a taxi takes about 15-30 minutes
Bishan Ancient Village I An obscure ancient town in Anhui, yet so tranquil that it makes one want to stay
A spring rain is as precious as oil, and in the drizzling rain of spring, Anhui turns into a misty painting. The ancient village also gains its charm, known as the ink painting-like Hongcun, which attracts many visitors every year. The paintings by artists who come to sketch are the embodiment of beauty and romance. This is Bishan Ancient Village.
🎐 Six must-visit places in Bishan Village
1️⃣ Bishan Bookstore
The Bishan Village branch of the avant-garde bookstore, called 'the most beautiful rural bookstore in China' by CCTV documentaries, is converted from a century-old ancestral hall in the village. From the second floor, you can overlook the entire Bishan Village and the distant Yunmen Pagoda.
2️⃣ Pigsty Bar & Hostel
I knew about the Pigsty Bar & Hostel even before Bishan Village. It's a hostel opened by a couple of poets, and celebrities like Joe Hisaishi and Kenya Hara have stayed here. Originally the old oil factory of Bishan, the transformed hostel blends pastoral and retro designs from the sixties and seventies, instantly giving off the artistic and beautiful vibe of rural life.
3️⃣ Bishan Supply and Marketing Cooperative
The original supply and marketing cooperative of Bishan Village, later renovated by architect Shen Run over two years. In collaboration with the Japanese d&department design store, it sells various creative products. In the backyard, there's also a store by the band Wu Tiao Ren, which is very interesting.
4️⃣ Village Entrance Grocery
Right at the entrance of the village, you can sit under the tree at the grocery and enjoy a bowl of rice wine dumplings cooked by the owner's wife, very relaxing.
5️⃣ Yunmen Pagoda
If there's a landmark building in Bishan Village, it has to be the Yunmen Pagoda in the fields, a solitary and dazzling Song-style five-story pagoda with more than two hundred years of history.
6️⃣ Dog Kennel Bar
Said to be opened by the son of the Pigsty Bar owner, it's not a hostel but a real tea and bar place in the afternoon, also very artistic.
If you haven't had enough, these five shops are also worth a visit: Cow Pen Coffee, Freedom Coffee & Tea, Han Gongzi Grocery, One Shop, A Seat on the Ground.
🚗 About Transportation
Bishan Village is located in Yixian County, Huangshan City, Anhui Province. Take the high-speed train to 'Yixian East Station'. 🚌: There is a direct bus from the county town to Bishan Village, but the frequency is low, so it is recommended to take a taxi during the off-season.
Fangtang Taxodium Forest
Located in Fangtang Township, Ningguo City, Anhui Province, the over 2,000-acre Taxodium forest has entered the most beautiful season of the year. Clusters of redwoods and clear lake water complement each other, full of poetic and picturesque. Kayak and paddle board enthusiasts from the surrounding area have flocked to the lake, enjoying a leisurely and comfortable time.
In recent years, Ningguo City has carried out road environment rectification and improvement work around self-driving scenic corridors such as the 'South Anhui-Tibet Line', promoting the rectification and beautification of the rural environment and scenery along the line, while innovatively developing various tourism service industries, bringing diversified tourism experiences to tourists.
Anhui's first village in the south of the Yangtze River, how amazing it is!
"A life of infatuation, no dream to Huizhou"
Because of this poem, I came to ancient Huizhou
Its essence is not in the ancient city, but in the ancient villages scattered in the mountains
Hongcun, Xidi, Bishan
And the "Chengkan" I went to today
Yes, it's that "life without bumps" place
It was highly praised by Zhu Xi as the first village in the south of the Yangtze River
It is also the first stop of my trip to southern Anhui
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🗺Chengkan travel route
Yongxing Lake - Sun Autumn Square - Lower House - Yan Wing Hall - Luo Chunfu House - Huanxiu Bridge - Luo Dongshu Ancestral Hall
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🚞How to get there:
1. There is a direct bus to Chengkan at the Tunxi Bus Terminal in Huangshan
2. The ancient villages in southern Anhui are scattered, so self-driving or chartering is the best choice
💳Ticket: 104 yuan
⏰Opening hours: 8.00-17.00
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1. Chengkan has a history of 1800 years and was founded during the Three Kingdoms period
2. The Longxi River in the village is S-shaped, dividing the terrain into yin and yang sides, and there are eight mountains around the village, forming the natural Bagua layout of Chengkan Village
2. There is a peace ridge when you enter the village. After crossing this ridge, there will be no bumps in your life
3. There is a large lotus pond at the entrance of the village, which must be beautiful in summer. I will have the opportunity to go again in summer
4. There is a "Mr. Luo Dongshu Ancestral Hall" in the village, which is the first famous ancestral hall in the south of the Yangtze River. It was built during the Jiajing period of the Ming Dynasty. It is magnificent and large in scale. There is a dragon hidden in the stone pillar and wood carving. It was a big taboo outside the royal family at that time, which shows the wealth and status of the Luo family at that time
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Chengkan is worth visiting, and the photos are very good. The next stop of the trip to southern Anhui is Xixi South, an ancient secluded village in Huizhou, which is known as the Chinese version of The Wizard of Oz
Stop blaming Anhui Culture and Tourism, us outsiders will help promote it
The unique charm of Anhui can only be deeply felt by those who have truly been there. Without exaggeration, Anhui is one of the few places that I want to visit again after going once, it really has a strong appeal. Leaving Anhui feels like a breakup😭, I'm already looking forward to the next meeting.
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⛰️"Climb Huangshan, there are no mountains in the world, and the view is enough."
In a so-called off-season of Huangshan tourism, without Lotus Peak, without Tiandu Peak, without West Sea Grand Canyon, I climbed Huangshan for the first time and finally understood why everyone says "After returning from the Five Mountains, don't look at the mountains, after returning from Huangshan, don't look at the mountains." The beauty of Huangshan is the vigorous pines growing in the stone cracks, the endless mountains and seas when looking far away, the ink and wash real scenes of people traveling in the painting, the lifelike monkey watching the sea, the strange peaks and rocks under the magic axe and god work. When people come to Huangshan, they know what a strange mountain is and what a pine is.
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📍"Green water and green tiles·Ink Hongcun"
Green bricks and grey tiles horse head wall, Huizhou's ink painting town, Hongcun deserves its name. Hongcun backs the mountain and faces the water, a never-drying spring, two rivers encircling the left and right, lying in the shape of a cow under the mountain. Hongcun has a history of about 900 years and still well preserves hundreds of ancient residential groups with pink walls and green tiles. Walking in the old streets and alleys to appreciate the profound cultural heritage of Huizhou. Walk on the stone bridge where Li Mubai led the horse in South Lake, feel the beautiful scenery like ink painting; watch the red lanterns hanging in the ancient houses and the hanging corridors and flower windows in Moon Marsh, experience the tranquility of ancient Huizhou.
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📍"Ink Jiangnan·Huizhou Lucun"
I saw the most beautiful sunrise in my life in Lucun. The morning mist has not yet dissipated, the cooking smoke is rising, and Lucun, like an ink painting, wakes up leisurely in the crisp crowing of chickens, showing the Eastern aesthetics to the fullest. The Zhicheng Hall in Lucun is known as the "First Floor of Huizhou Woodcarving", and the ingenious woodcarving skills, every detail can make people praise. Lucun does not have a strong commercial atmosphere, but retains a more original ancient village form.
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📍"Pillow Mountain and Surrounding Water·Xidi Ancient Village"
People say "Hongcun sees the scenery, Xidi sees the architecture", Xidi Village is boat-shaped, all streets and alleys are paved with Yixian green stone, rows of houses, like the cabins of a big boat; the archway and big tree at the head of the village are like masts and sails; nearby farmland and lake fields surround the village, like a big boat moored in the harbor. There are more than 300 existing Ming and Qing residences, these ancient residences are unique in style, beautiful in shape, a model of Huizhou architecture, and enjoy the reputation of "China's Ming and Qing Residential Museum".
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📍"Sketching Holy Land·Pingshan Village"
Pingshan Village is much rougher than Hongcun. Most of the people who come here are sketching students. There are many small shops in the village dedicated to sketching, KTV, snack shops, etc., and there are also dedicated sketching bases. The first impression of Pingshan Village is simplicity and tranquility, not commercialized development, ancient villages plus more life-like sketching services, I really want to live here for a long time.
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*Recently, Yixian County has launched a high-speed rail tour activity, including all scenic spots in Yixian County such as Hongcun, Xidi, etc., all free of admission, and you can also use the ticket to offset the accommodation on the same day. The next note will share a detailed two-day tour strategy, if you are interested, please follow it, your attention is my motivation to update
Four-day travel guide to Huangshan, Anhui
If you plan to tour Huangshan, Anhui, here is a four-day travel guide for your reference:
Day 1:
- Morning: Arrive in Huangshan City, Anhui, check into the hotel, and then head to Huangshan Scenic Area. Huangshan is one of China's famous tourist destinations, known for its unique pines, strange rocks, sea of clouds, and hot springs. The unique and beautiful natural landscape of Huangshan is a place you can't miss.
- Afternoon: Visit the attractions of Huangshan, such as Lion Peak, Hundred-step Cloud Ladder, etc. Lion Peak is one of the representative attractions of Huangshan, with majestic buildings and spectacular natural landscapes; Hundred-step Cloud Ladder is one of the famous trails in Huangshan, clinging to the cliff, thrilling and exciting.
Day 2:
- Morning: Continue to visit Huangshan Scenic Area. You can admire different sceneries at different attractions, such as Welcoming Pine, Lotus Peak, etc. Each attraction in Huangshan has its own unique scenery and legends.
- Afternoon: Explore other attractions in Huangshan, such as Beihai Scenic Area, Songgu An Scenic Area, etc. Beihai Scenic Area is an ancient attraction in Huangshan, with beautiful lakes and spectacular plank roads; Songgu An Scenic Area is a cultural attraction in Huangshan, with a long history and a strong cultural atmosphere.
Day 3:
- Morning: Take the scenic area transportation to Yuping Scenic Area. Yuping Scenic Area is another major attraction in Huangshan, with huge scenic resources such as cliffs, peaks, scenic rocks, and Buddha's light.
- Afternoon: Visit the attractions of Yuping Scenic Area, such as Black Tiger Pine, Yuping Apartment, etc. Black Tiger Pine is one of the most famous attractions in Yuping Scenic Area, with its unique style and towering posture; Yuping Apartment is an ancient spacious building, perfectly combined with the natural scenery of Huangshan.
Day 4:
- Morning: Visit the attractions in Huangshan City, such as Tunxi Old Street, Huangshan Painting Academy, etc. Tunxi Old Street is a business card of the tourism economy in Huangshan City, with a strong cultural heritage and unique architectural style; Huangshan Painting Academy is an art and culture exhibition venue in Huangshan City, showing the development, changes, and style characteristics of Huangshan landscape painting.
- Afternoon: End the trip and prepare to leave Huangshan. You can buy some local specialties and souvenirs as a memento of the trip.
The above is a four-day travel guide to Huangshan, Anhui. You can make reasonable arrangements according to your own time and interests. Hope you have a pleasant journey in Huangshan!
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