[2024 Shitai Attraction] Travel Guide for Guniu Peak Area (Updated Oct)
No.2 of Best Things to Do in Chizhou
Mountains
Mountain Climbing
Address:
New Countryside, Dayan Township, Shitai County, Chizhou City
Opening times:
Open today at 08:00-17:00Opening Soon
Recommended sightseeing time:
4-5 hours
Phone:
0566-6028755(景区服务),0566-6658666(团队服务)
Explore the human paradise of Guniujiang in ShiTai, Anhui Province.
《A Journey to Guniujiang, ShiTai County》
Guniujiang in ShiTai County is a charming tourist destination.
Upon arrival at Guniujiang, you will find a large parking lot🅿️, eliminating any parking concerns. This provides great convenience for self-driving tourists.
For tickets🎫, it is recommended to purchase them a day in advance. For only 103 yuan, you can get both the entrance ticket and the scenic bus fare. The ease of purchasing tickets allows tourists to start their journey with greater ease.
The weather on the day of the visit was pleasant and sunny🌞. In sunny areas, the temperature is relatively high, so short sleeves are sufficient. However, it is recommended to bring a thin jacket, as the temperature in the scenic area may vary. If you are only interested in playing in the water, it is advisable to wear more clothes to prevent catching a cold.
After getting off the scenic bus, walk a short distance forward and you will see a stone bridge🌉. This is an important fork in the road. The left path leads to Longmen Lake, which is a great spot for taking photos📷. The scenery of the green bamboo rafts is particularly stunning, making you feel like you are in a painting. The right path leads to Yanjia Village, but please note that taking this path means climbing a mountain🧗, so be prepared physically.
If your destination is Longmen Lake, do not cross the bridge❗️Turn left directly in front of the bridge and you will see the clear water. Although the area is not large, it is enough for tourists to take satisfying photos. You can then climb the mountain. Walking clockwise is relatively easy, allowing tourists to enjoy the scenery without getting too tired.
If you want to experience the bamboo raft project, you need to take a number and queue. If you arrive at the scenic area early, you will find that the number of tourists is not too large. Most of them are elderly people with children playing by the water. There are even fewer people climbing the mountain, allowing you to enjoy the tranquility of the forest. The Hidden Garden and Hundred-foot Cliff in the scenic area are also not to be missed. The mountains are covered with tea trees, a lush green that is refreshing and worth seeing🌳.
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This must be where the gods live! Shitai Guniujiang.
If you have nowhere to go or no clear goal, I recommend here.
Escape the hustle and bustle of the city and breathe in the fresh air in the mountains.
Shitai Guniujiang is located in Shitai County, Chizhou City, Anhui Province. It is one of the three high mountains in southern Anhui and is known for its majestic, strange, dangerous, and beautiful natural scenery.
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📷Must-visit photo spots📷
👉Longmen Pool: Known as the "Little Jiuzhaigou in Southern Anhui", the pool water is clear and surrounded by mountains, making it an excellent place for photo ops.
Four-tiered Waterfall: The water flows down in four tiers, which is particularly spectacular during the flood season.
👉Yan Family Ancient Village: Well-preserved ancient Huizhou buildings, such as the Yan Family Ancestral Hall, as well as ancient trees, streams, and bluestone alleys, are full of historical charm.
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🌄Shitai Guniujiang is suitable for all seasons, but the climate is pleasant in spring and autumn, and the scenery is the most beautiful.
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That's it for this post. You have to see it with your own eyes to appreciate its beauty!
ForkAndKnife
National AAAA Scenic Area.
Shitai Guniujiang, also known as "West Huangshan", is located at the junction of Shitai County, Chizhou City, Anhui Province and Qimen County. It is a national AAAA scenic area. The main peak is 1,727.6 meters above sea level. It is the main body of the westward extension of the Huangshan Mountains and is famous for its majestic mountain scenery and original forest coverage. Guniujiang Scenic Area is known for its majestic, strange, dangerous, and beautiful scenery. It has a rich variety of biological species and is known as the "Gene Bank of Animals and Plants in East China" and the "Green Natural Museum". There are attractions such as Longmen Beach, Four-tier Waterfall, Yanjia Ancient Village, and Lover Valley in the scenic area, which is an ideal place for tourists to explore nature and leisure vacations.
Ellie.Barnes.29
Guniujiang Scenic Area
Travel Guide to Guniujiang Scenic Area
Preparation
• Equipment: Prepare a lightweight backpack and pack a sun hat, sunglasses, and sunscreen. Bring lightweight rain gear as the weather in the mountains can be unpredictable.
• Photography equipment: The scenic area is beautiful, so bring a camera or high-pixel mobile phone to capture the beautiful moments.
Travel Route
One-day tour
• Morning
• After arriving at Guniujiang Scenic Area, start your tour from Longmen Pool. The pool water here is clear and green as jade, surrounded by green mountains. You can stroll along the plank road by the pool and enjoy the beautiful scenery of the pool and waterfall.
• Then go to the Four-tier Waterfall. The waterfall falls from a high place, splashing water, and the momentum is magnificent. It is a good place to take photos and check in.
• Noon
• Dine at a rest point or restaurant in the scenic area and taste local farmhouse dishes, such as stewed chicken and wild vegetables.
• Afternoon
• Visit Yanjia Ancient Village. The ancient village has preserved many ancient Huizhou-style buildings, with white walls and black tiles, and is full of ancient charm. Stroll in the ancient village, feel the simple atmosphere, and understand the history and culture of the ancient village.
• Then go to Mandarin Duck Pool, enjoy the pool water and the surrounding natural scenery, and enjoy the quiet atmosphere.
History
Guniujiang has an ancient origin in geological history. Its geological structure was formed in a long geological age, and after many crustal movements and weathering, erosion and other natural effects, it has created a unique landform landscape.
From a cultural and historical perspective, areas such as Yanjia Ancient Village retain rich historical relics. The Yan family has thrived here for many years, and the buildings and customs of the ancient village carry historical memories. In ancient times, the residents here were mainly farming, and at the same time, they developed some unique local cultures.
In the case of inconvenient transportation in ancient times, the Guniujiang area was relatively closed, which allowed some ancient traditions and cultures to be preserved. It is not only a treasure of natural landscapes, but also an important area for studying ancient human history.
EnigmaSeeker42424242
The Julong Hotel at Shitai Guniujiang is so beautiful
The Julong Hotel at Shitai Guniujiang is so beautiful.
The scenery around this hotel is stunning, and the original photos are breathtaking everywhere.
The water at the hotel's entrance is crystal clear, so be sure to bring various water guns and swimsuits.
The family rooms will ask if you have boys or girls in advance and then decorate accordingly.
However, the family rooms and garden view rooms do not have bathtubs, but the wild luxury rooms do, which are really suitable for bringing kids.
The creek is full of 'stone fish,' and the local dishes are incredibly delicious. At night, there are also barbecues at the hotel entrance. You can take a shuttle bus from the hotel to Guniujiang. School is about to start, so take advantage of the last weekend to relax.
The hotel environment is great, and it is pet-friendly!
You can see the mountain fog early in the morning around six, which feels very special. Taking a morning walk in the hotel will also put you in a good mood.
The parking lot is across the road from the hotel, and the butler will help you carry your luggage to your room. When you leave, you can also ask the butler to help you with your luggage.
There is a water play area at the hotel entrance with many small fish. You can ask for a net at the front desk (free, free, free). The water is cool but not too cold.
Upon check-in, you will receive a fruit plate, and a small refrigerator is provided with complimentary drinks (two bottles of milk, one bottle of Coke, and one bottle of Sprite). Considering the summer vacation, three breakfasts are provided per room, and they thoughtfully prepare children's toothbrushes, slippers, etc.
The butler will also send you real-time information about nearby tourism and weather. The overall service is very good, and the facilities and equipment are well-maintained. Highly recommended.
If you are planning a two-day, one-night leisure trip, it is recommended to arrive at noon on the first day, find a local restaurant for lunch, rest in the afternoon, play in the pond at the hotel entrance, and try the hotel's Chinese restaurant in the evening (recommended dishes: stone ear eggs, braised yellow beef). On the second day, after breakfast, you can go to Baishiling (free), where a half-hour walk will lead you to a large pool where you can swim! After playing, return to the hotel to rest, check out at 2 PM, and then head home.
rachelbutterfly
Guide to slowing down at Guniujiang
The water at Guniujiang is indeed very good, and the weather is really hot! After arriving at Zhuma Pavilion and taking the classic scenic photos, we decisively returned and took another route to Yanjia Ancient Village.
Although Yanjia Ancient Village still has original residents, the commercial atmosphere is very strong, basically just a street of local specialties, not much to see. There is a tea house at the entrance of the village, and the owner is quite honest. The tea leaves are all home-grown, and we bought a lot while drinking tea to take home as gifts for friends and family.
Walking 200 meters further from Yanjia Ancient Village is the Four-Tiered Waterfall, which is quite impressive. The key is that the mist at the bottom of the waterfall is cool, and anyone walking below can't resist stepping into the water a bit. I regret not wearing sandals.
The entire Guniujiang scenic area is not very large. If you don't play in the water, you can walk through it in about an hour and a half.
@3th3r3@l_D@rkstr1k3r
Shitai, a tranquil small town surrounded by mountains
👍️Recommendation:
Shitai County, under the jurisdiction of Chizhou City in Anhui Province, is located in the southern part of Anhui Province and the western part of the southern Anhui mountainous area. It enjoys the reputation of being "China's most beautiful original ecological mountain village." The entire county is surrounded by the Qiupu River, with continuous mountains in all directions, and its connection to the outside world relies entirely on mountain tunnels. Standing on any road in the county, the end of the line of sight is undulating mountains, giving a sense of being in a secret realm.
📅Travel Guide:
Shitai's more famous attractions include Guniujiang, Baishiling, Dashan Selenium-rich Village, and Penglai Fairy Cave, all within a half-hour drive from the county. Penglai Fairy Cave is the closest, just ten minutes away, making it very convenient to visit.
🏨Accommodation Guide: We chose Huazhu Shitai Xishuiwan Tangchi Homestay for our trip. The rooms come with private hot springs. Drinking tea and soaking in the hot springs during stormy weather is extremely pleasant! The homestay is also very close to various attractions, just a half-hour drive to Guniujiang and Baishiling Village, and ten minutes to Penglai Fairy Cave.
WanderlustSojourn
Shitai Guniujiang|Little Jiuzhaigou in Southern Anhui, Natural Oxygen Bar
Address: Guniujiang Scenic Area, Xinnongcun, Dayan Township, Shitai County, Chizhou City, Anhui Province
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The highlight of Guniujiang is the glassy water, truly green mountains and clear waters, a real-life version of Jiuzhaigou in Southern Anhui. It is recommended for sisters to wear light-colored or white long skirts, very photogenic!
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🚙Transportation:
You can take the high-speed train🚄 directly to Chizhou Station
After exiting the station, you can take a bus to Shitai County
You can also take a taxi or carpool to Guniujiang Scenic Area after getting off the high-speed train
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You can also drive to Guniujiang Scenic Area. Self-driving is recommended, as you can see many sceneries along the way and can stop midway to play in the water, which is very clear and cool.
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Recommended route: Walk 5 minutes from the scenic transportation station to Longmentan, where the water is emerald green. The popular small bamboo raft is here, you can take photos, and if there are many people, you need to queue. Proceed along the boardwalk, all the way are green waters and mountains, and there are multiple water play points along the way
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Tickets: 88 (including tickets and sightseeing bus, group purchase in advance, buying tickets on the day costs 108, student tickets need to be bought on-site for 63 yuan)
Avoid pitfalls suggestions:
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The core scenic spots of the scenic area are not large. If you don't climb the mountain, you can finish the tour in 2-3 hours, and it's okay to arrive at the scenic area in the afternoon to play;
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Mosquito repellent spray and mosquito bite medicine must be carried with you;
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Be sure to do sun protection. If you don't climb the mountain, the distance between the core scenic spots of Guniujiang is still a bit far, and some water play areas have no shade;
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Essential water play tools for kids~~ water guns, fish nets, small water buckets, cool slippers
789Stella~Simmons@
It's not that Jiuzhaigou is unaffordable, but that Shitai offers such high value for money!
🚌Transportation Guide🔍
Take the high-speed train to Chizhou, and there is a direct luxury bus to Shitai right outside the station (new route!)🚌, seamlessly connected! Once you arrive at Shitai Bus Station, you can easily transfer to the scenic area shuttle bus🚌, which runs every hour and costs only 3 yuan, leisurely taking you into the scenic area🚶♀️🚶♂️.
For those driving, it's even better. Navigate to Shitai Guniujiang📍, get on the highway🚗, and enjoy the beautiful scenery along the Qiupu River🏞️. After 20 kilometers, Guniujiang will be right in front of you!👀
💰Ticket Price Guide💰
Adult tickets are 90 yuan, discounted tickets are half price at 45 yuan, great value! The shuttle bus costs 10 yuan one way and 18 yuan round trip. Highly recommend taking the bus into the scenic area, as the 2 kilometers of road are not as scenic as the area itself🌸. Online booking or on-site ticket purchase is super convenient! Children, students, and seniors with valid IDs can enjoy discounts!🎒👶👴
👣Tour Route, No Backtracking!🗺️
Guniujiang is a closed-loop treasure💎, you can choose to go clockwise or counterclockwise! Highly recommend starting from Longmentan🏞️, with crystal clear water, perfect for photos📸! For those who are afraid of getting tired, take the left route to Biyutan🌊, then return via the right route to Sidie Waterfall🌊, taking about an hour and a half to leisurely explore all the beautiful scenery!
💡Travel Tips💡
1️⃣ Bring enough fruits and snacks🍎🍪, as there are not many food shops in the scenic area!
2️⃣ Skip the stroller🚫, there are many steps, and pushing it would be too tiring!
3️⃣ Dogs can also have fun🐶, with a natural swimming pool under Shigong Bridge🏊♂️!
4️⃣ Want to re-enter the park? Remember to ask the staff to take a photo as proof📷, allowing you to visit three times within a week. As for the bus tickets, once used, they're gone!
5️⃣ Accommodation is in high demand during holidays🏨, so booking in advance is key. Good weather for travel🌈, the beautiful scenery won't wait!✨
Max~Hayes
Recommended Summer Retreat and Water Fun Spot Around Hefei—Shitai Guniujiang in Chizhou
🌞The best choice for summer retreat and water fun is in the mountains!
😍Amazing! The ceiling of summer retreat around Hefei—Chizhou Shitai•Guniujiang
Crystal clear pool water, the bluish glassy water, as if you are in a fairyland.
📍Location Information
Shitai Guniujiang
Address: Xinnong Village, Dayan Township, Shitai County, Chizhou City, Anhui Province
Transportation: Self-driving or sign up for a 2-day and 1-night group tour, with an average cost of 368💰
Opening hours: 8:00—17:00
🚶♀️Lazy Person's Travel Guide
Take the sightseeing bus to the scenic transfer station
Go left to reach Longmen Pool first, enjoy the emerald-like glassy water and the fun of taking photos on bamboo rafts
Pass by Zhumating Pavilion and Shigu Wonder (where the emerald pool water and valley boulders complement each other)
Visit Biyu Pool and Lovers' Valley
Climb up to the Guanpu Pavilion to admire the spectacular view of the four-tier waterfall
Descend to Mandarin Duck Pool, and finally reach Yanjia Ancient Village
🍽️Food Recommendations
Snail chicken, river fish🐟, local pork, yam powder balls🍲, smoked meat with winter bamboo shoots, etc., taste the delicious dishes of the local earthy restaurant.
🏨Accommodation Options
Shitai Julong Guniujiang Hotel: Chinese-style architecture, beautiful environment, family suites with courtyards, clean and sanitary facilities, pet-friendly, only a 10-minute drive from the scenic area, book now to get a double ticket for the scenic area🎫 and double breakfast🍳.
💡Travel Tips
Prepare fruits and snacks, as dining options in the scenic area are limited
Not recommended to push strollers, as there are many steps and it is inconvenient to walk
Pet-friendly, dogs are allowed in the park, and there is a water play area under Shigong Bridge for dogs to play
Room resources are tight during holidays, please book in advance
Choose clear weather for travel to enjoy the best experience!
PassportAddict_3
Li Bai didn't lie, Anhui Shitai is a hidden gem of mountain and water scenery
According to legend, the immortal poet Li Bai visited Anhui Shitai five times,
the natural scenery is beautiful and pleasant, with a profound historical and cultural heritage,
it is known as the 'Little Jiuzhaigou of Southern Anhui', and is very suitable for weekends and short holidays.
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⭐️ Shitai Two-Day Tour Itinerary:
Day1⃣ Guniujiang➡️Xianyu Mountain➡️Xihuangshan Selenium-rich Agricultural Tourism Area
Day2⃣ Zuishan Wild➡️Penglai Fairy Cave, return trip.
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✅ Guniujiang
Primitive forest landscape, cliffs and precipices, flowing springs and waterfalls, like an ink-painted landscape scroll, especially cool in summer, full of lush greenery, very suitable for summer retreat.
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✅ Xianyu Mountain
One of the four highest peaks in southern Anhui, with an original natural ecological environment, the scenery is beautiful, known as the 'health and wellness land at the 30th parallel north latitude', the historical and cultural landscapes here are also worth seeing.
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✅ Xihuangshan Selenium-rich Agricultural Tourism Area
Very suitable for weekends and short holidays, especially the tea garden scenery here, the fragrance of tea is overflowing, the selenium-rich tea here is famous at home and abroad, the selenium-rich delicacies here are also memorable, it is a very popular health and wellness destination. There are many homestays here, with a very healing environment.
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✅ Penglai Fairy Cave
The stalactite wonders inside the cave, the marvelous work of nature, combined with the five-colored lights, as if you have come to the dreamy Dragon Palace of the Eastern Sea.
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✅ Zuishan Wild Scenic Area
The mountain and water scenery here is very niche, known as the 'Little Jiuzhaigou of Southern Anhui', strolling among them, the mountains and waters are leisurely and carefree, making one feel thoroughly relaxed.
SeekerOfSolitude
The breathtaking Guniu
Hidden among the mountains, it is like a dazzling pearl, waiting for your exploration. Here, waterfalls pour down like the Milky Way, with droplets splashing, bringing bursts of coolness; the ancient village is quiet and simple, as if time has stood still here, with every brick and tile telling the story of historical vicissitudes; the forests are dense and lush, a paradise for photography enthusiasts, where every casual shot is a beautiful picture.
BoundlessWanderer
The severely underrated niche attractions in Chizhou, perfect for a reverse trip during the May Day holiday!
Experience off-peak travel, highly recommend Chizhou, a city that's severely underrated.
No crowded streets, no noisy crowds
Just close contact with nature
Recommended attractions:
🌄 Jiuhua Mountain — Explore the bodhimanda of Ksitigarbha Bodhisattva, feel the millennium-old incense and chanting
🌉 Qishan Pingtian Lake — Not at all inferior to the West Lake, with few people on the tour boats, cycling around the lake, enjoying the tranquil beauty of the lake and mountains
🏔️ Shitai Guniujiang — As the third highest peak in southern Anhui, it's a paradise for mountain climbing enthusiasts
📖 Xinghua Village — Walk into the poetic village described by the poet Du Mu, experience the immortal poetry of literati
Aurora Evans
Shitai Guniujiang Scenic Area
Known as the 'Little Jiuzhaigou of Southern Anhui' 🥰, get the super comprehensive Guniujiang travel guide now‼️
If Jiuzhaigou is too far away, then come to Guniujiang in Shitai, Anhui!
Guniujiang, hailed as the 'Little Jiuzhaigou of Southern Anhui', has crystal-clear waters and stones. The pools are dreamy as if they have been filtered, undoubtedly a great place for weekend leisure 🥰
🌟 Transportation:
🚗 Self-driving - Navigate to Shitai Guniujiang Scenic Area
🚄 High-speed train - Chizhou Station - Shitai Bus Station - Direct bus to Guniujiang
💰 Ticket: After entering the park, you need to take a sightseeing bus to enter the scenic area. You can buy a ticket + round-trip shuttle bus 🎫 for 103
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🌟 Full tour route:
The Guniujiang scenic area is divided into left and right two tour routes, just follow the scenic area's guide map. Go up the mountain from the left, down the mountain from the right, the whole tour takes about 3 hours
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📍 Recommended check-in spots
✅ Longmen Pool and Biyu Pool:
The scenery is beautiful 🏞️ The pool water is azure, with strange rocks scattered around, and ancient trees like a canopy. Photos can be taken without filters, and many beautiful pictures are taken here 📷 The river is clear to the bottom, and you can see many wild river fish 🐟 You can also experience bamboo rafting
✅ Grand Canyon Plank Road: The plank road built on the cliffs ⛰️
✅ Fourfold Waterfall: The fourfold waterfall is like a huge white silk hanging from the cliff, as if it comes from the sky, also a great spot for direct photo shooting 👍
✅ Yanjia Ancient Village: An ancient village in Southern Anhui 🏠 with typical Hui-style architecture, the residential buildings are well preserved
🌟 Short tour route:
The beautiful scenery is basically at the foot of the mountain ⛰️ For those who are not physically strong or just want to take photos, you can follow this route:
📍 Longmen Pool - Biyu Pool (uphill) - Return - Yanjia Ancient Village - Fourfold Waterfall - Return 🔙
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📷 Photography tips:
Go when the weather is ☀️ good, the photos will turn out better
Wearing a dress matches the glassy water of the scenic area, if you find it inconvenient to climb mountains, you can stroll around the foot of the mountain
🥰 Specialty food: Yipin pot, small river fish, Shitai tofu
🏠 Accommodation: Shitai Qingshuiyi Tourism Resort Hotel
📍 Address: No. 3, Xiachun, Dayan Township, Shitai
💕 The decoration style of the B&B is diverse 🏠 The overall sense of space is very strong, the home decorations are harmoniously matched, making you feel the designer's intention ❤️ The rooms are also very clean, with complete facilities ✨
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🏡 The environmental style is naturally the old-fashioned Hui-style architecture, but I have to blow a few public area platforms 🎗️ No matter how you want to enjoy 🌳, you can find a suitable platform, my favorite is the small pavilion on the top floor ✌️, with the gentle breeze coming, this feeling is really like being in another world!
TravelWithTara
The water is green, the mountains are lush, and the breeze under the beautiful sky is delightful
The scenery here is uniquely splendid.
1⃣️ Round-trip Bus Service
Chizhou City Train Station:
The first bus departs at 10:00
The second bus departs at 11:00
Shitai Guniujiang Scenic Area:
The first bus departs at 16:00
The second bus departs at 17:00
(During holidays, additional capacity will be added according to passenger demand)
2⃣️ There are a total of 9 stops on the route
(Chizhou City Train Station—Bus Terminal—South Gate Roundabout—Xiushan Gate—Xinghua Village Agricultural Market—City Sixth Middle School—Deshang Expressway Entrance—Shitai Bus Station—Guniujiang Scenic Area).
3⃣️Chizhou High-speed Train Station boarding point: High-speed train station exit, right-hand side tourist bus parking lot; Shitai Guniujiang Scenic Area boarding point: Tourist Service Center parking lot.
CAMDEN CARLSON
If Jiuzhaigou is too far, then come to Shitai Guniujiang instead!
Known as the 'Little Jiuzhaigou of Southern Anhui,' Guniujiang boasts clear waters and stones, and the pools are as dreamy as if they've been filtered, making it an undoubtedly great spot for weekend leisure!
Transportation:
🚗 Self-driving - Navigate to Shitai Guniujiang Scenic Area
🚅 High-speed train - Chizhou Station - Shitai Bus Station - Direct bus to Guniujiang
Tickets:
After entering the park, you need to take a sightseeing bus to enter the scenic area
You can buy a ticket + round-trip shuttle bus
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➡️ Full tour route:
Guniujiang Scenic Area has two tour routes, left and right, just follow the scenic area's guide map (p5). Ascend from the left and descend from the right, the whole tour takes about 3 hours
📍Recommended check-in spots:
Longmen Pool and Biyu Pool: Both spots are beautiful, with turquoise waters, strange rocks, and ancient trees like canopies. Photos can be taken without filters, and many beautiful pictures are shot here; the river is clear enough to see many wild small river fish🐟 and you can also experience bamboo rafting
Grand Canyon Plank Road: A walkway built on the cliffs
Fourfold Waterfall: The fourfold cascading waterfall hangs from the cliff like a huge white silk ribbon, appearing as if it comes from the sky, and is also a spot for direct photo shots
Yan's Ancient Village: An ancient village in Southern Anhui with typical Hui-style architecture, where the residential buildings are well preserved
➡️ Short tour route:
The beautiful scenery is basically at the foot of the mountain, and those who are not physically strong or just want to take photos can follow this route:
Longmen Pool - Biyu Pool (uphill climb required) - Return - Yan's Ancient Village - Fourfold Waterfall - Return
Half a day is enough for a trip to Shitai Guniujiang Scenic Area.
In the afternoon, you can experience rafting in the Grand Canyon.
The next day, you can also visit Penglai Fairy Cave to see the variously shaped and colorful stalactites in the cave.
📸 Photo tips:
Go when the weather☀️ is good for better photo effects
Wearing a dress matches the glassy water of the scenic area, and if climbing is inconvenient, you can stroll around the foot of the mountain
Try using foreground objects for a more atmospheric feel
🍲 Specialties: Yipin pot, small river fish, Shitai tofu
🏠 Accommodation: Yijianrushu Homestay, Shuanghekou Homestay
JAMISON DENNIS
Weekend Short Trip Recommendation: Guniujiang, the backyard of Jiangsu, Zhejiang, and Shanghai
Hidden among the mountains, it is like a dazzling pearl, waiting for your exploration. Here, waterfalls pour down like the Milky Way, with droplets splashing, bringing bursts of coolness; the ancient village is quiet and simple, as if time has stood still here, with each brick and tile telling the vicissitudes of history; the forests are dense and green, a paradise for photography enthusiasts, with every casual shot being a beautiful picture.
This place is known as the 'Little Jiuzhaigou', not only because of its breathtaking natural scenery, but also because it possesses a unique charm. Coming here in summer, you will be attracted by the greenish-blue water, as if you are in a natural oxygen bar, refreshing and pleasing to the mind.
Address: Guniujiang, Shitai County, Chizhou City, Anhui Province
🚘【Transportation】
1️⃣Take the high-speed train🚄 to Chizhou
🅰️Turn left out of the station and travel 300 meters to catch a bus to Shitai County Town, arriving at Shitai County Town (⏳about 1.5 hours in total)
Recommended self-driving🚗 can navigate directly to Shitai Guniujiang Scenic Area
For friends from Jiangsu, Zhejiang, and Shanghai, this is an excellent choice for a weekend short trip. Direct access by high-speed train, without the need for a long journey, allows you to feel the embrace of nature. Whether you're taking your family or meeting up with friends, this place can bring you an unforgettable weekend.
Come here, feel the charm of nature, and let your soul have a thorough relaxation!
FreeSpiritSojourn
The poetic Shitai County and the Bull Dance in southern Anhui offer a fun exploration
At nine in the morning, our self-driving tour embarked on an adventure! 🚗💨 We chose the scenic national road, admiring the beauty of the Qiu Pu River along the way. Considering the scattered attractions and wanting to explore more freely, we gave up public transportation and decided to drive ourselves. 🗺️
Two hours later, we arrived in Shitai County and finally came to the long-awaited Bull Descent. The entrance ticket is 100 yuan, the parking fee is 10 yuan, everything is ready, let's start the tour! 🎫🚗
Showing the QR code of the ticket purchased on the short video the day before, we successfully avoided the morning peak and entered the scenic area smoothly. 📱🌳
The shuttle bus took us through the scenic area, the first stop was Longmen Pool. The guide said not to walk the loop because the scenery on the mountain is average, but we chose the left route, admiring the green river and the stones at the bottom of the river, as if we had entered a fairyland. 🏞️🌊
20 minutes later, we arrived at the suspension bridge, at this moment, we marveled at the beautiful scenery. The online guide is really good, climbing the mountain is a bit hard, but this beauty is worth exploring. 🌉💚
Back to the starting point, we explored the right route, heading towards the Fourfold Waterfall. The attractions on the right are relatively mediocre, but during the 10-minute walk, there are still beautiful moments. To avoid the peak time, you can take the most beautiful photos! 📸🏞️
Felix_Ravenshadow/13
This unexplored place|Never go
Never go too out of the picture, the phone memory is urgent, no need to add filters, the small Jiuzhaigou in Anhui is really beautiful. Recommended accommodation, you can stay at Yanjia Inn, the sanitary conditions are average, but the homestays there are almost like this. Yanjia Inn is in the scenic area. After arriving, you can call the boss to pick you up, so you don't need a round-trip ticket for the scenic area, and save 20 yuan angrily. Another point that makes me very heart-moving is that if you play for two days, you only need a day's ticket. You can eat under the inn, and the price is not very expensive. Longmen Tan, Biyu Tan play water I can play all day, and go to play other things the next day. Enter the scenic area first to Longmen Tan, so there are fewer people and the photos are more out of the picture. The water is green and blue and you can take pictures casually. There is no best photo spot, and it’s super good to take a step or two forward
VICTORIA JENSEN
It's not really Jiuzhaigou! A lesser-known water village in Anhui
Lesser-known ancient village in southern Anhui | Chizhou Baishiling
I really like this ancient village hidden in the deep mountains of southern Anhui!
The long winding mountain road leads to this 'Shangri-La'
Small bridges and flowing water, there are still people in the deepest part of the valley
The thousand-year-old tree at the entrance of the village is still full of life
Huizhou architecture can be seen everywhere, with green bricks and black tiles, like poetry and painting
The gurgling water flows around the village and through the alleys, with a stone bridge sitting on it
The village is full of moss-covered stone steps, immediately thinking of the green moss on the steps
Navigate to Baishiling Village, Shitai County, Chizhou City
🚗 It is recommended to drive by yourself! The scenery on the mountain road is super healing!
🎫 Free to play!
⏰ The play time is about an hour (you can go and play when you go to Guniujiang)
leona.nicholas.ortiz
Anhui Chizhou Treasure-class Garden Hotel!
The Ju Long Gu Niu Hotel, recognized as a typical case of Anhui's internet-famous hotels by the judges of Anhui Provincial Department of Culture and Tourism.
Integrating the poetic beauty of the landscape in southern Anhui with the simple and pure pastoral scenery, creating a high-end wilderness luxury resort with the characteristics of "tranquility, nourishment, and vitality", a secluded haven away from the world.
Hotel introduction:
As a carefully crafted work of M.AO.'s mountain retreat, the seemingly incidental "wild game" primitive design behind it tells a story of design that starts from the ideal of a true rural mountain retreat and encounters nature. The hotel is nestled among mountains and rivers, with clear streams flowing gently. Walking across the small wooden bridge into the hotel, the first thing that catches the eye is three ancient trees, one of which has a history of over 600 years.
Shi, the main trunk requires six people to hug. As soon as you enter the lobby, your eyes light up. Outside the large floor-to-ceiling windows, there are small bridges, flowing water, pavilions, and thatched cottages surrounded by natural beauty, creating a delightful atmosphere. Everywhere you look is a beautiful scenery, and you can easily capture a large area with your camera. In the courtyard, there are winding corridors, connecting paths, and lush vegetation, dotted with rocks and mountains, showcasing the elegant and atmospheric characteristics of Jiangnan-style gardens. It is also a refined and private living environment. It really hits the spot! When spring is in the air, come and visit!
Transportation:
Use your mobile navigation to get to Shitai County, Chizhou City, Anhui Province. Take the exit at Shitai Station on De Shang Expressway and turn onto National Road 237, Provincial Road 473, and Township Road 013 (a distance of 23 kilometers, taking 30 minutes) to arrive~~
Special features:
Gather at the scenic Julong Mountain, where the oxen descend from the sky.
The hotel is located in the Guniujiang Scenic Area, surrounded by natural scenery. Here, you can go for a walk, enjoy the flowers, and play in the water. You can live by the mountains, sleep by the stream, and experience a truly refreshing and secluded lifestyle.
Hotel covers 60 acres with 3 group buildings in a mountainous area.
Hengshan Pavilion, Bishan Pavilion, and Yashan Pavilion village group, building 3.
Gao Shige, Xunhege, Yingjige, and Shuiju Building 4.
Azure Pool Pavilion, Hidden Pool Pavilion, Jade Pool Pavilion, and Dragon Pool Pavilion.
Antique-style room, private and quiet.
Hidden in the mountain residence, secluded from the world, appreciating the beauty of time and years in the village, surrounded by green bamboo fences, enjoying the idyllic life in the water residence, sleeping by the stream, seeking a sense of peace and contentment.
When it rains in leisure time, a few friends may gather.
Sit quietly in the Heartless Pavilion (Tea Pavilion), facing the green mountains, brewing tea.
When feeling particularly delighted
Sit and watch the fish swim out of the listening (bookstore), admire their posture, and listen to the music of the qin, how beautiful it is!
Location:
Anhui, Chizhou, Shitai, Dayan Township, Xin Nongcun Julong Guniujiang Hotel.
The Hungry Wayfarer
Shitai yak drop, Minnan small Jiuzhai
summer resort in the summer, here waterfall, flowing water, Biyuan, tree-lined path.
There is a cool wind, green water, and scarce people, it is a place that people want to leave.
anan.
Came to the Longmen Scenic Spot, the first national nature reserve in Anhui Province. In addition to the canyon river trees, there are two interesting sights beside it. One is the Sidu Waterfall, which twists into a quadruple and is a scenic spot in Longmen. The biggest waterfall. One is Yanjiagu Village, a village located in a green forest. Most of the people are surnamed Yan, and many houses are 100-year-old houses.
旅行啦文龙.
The yak descends from the representative of the most beautiful mountain town in China. The main peak resembles a yak that descends from the sky and is called a yak. What impressed me the most was the stone in the stream, which was smoothed and smoothed by the stream. Many waters are often said to be green, like painting.
旅行啦文龙.
The four-story waterfall, which is magically divided into four sections, has a yak drop in the emblem village.
Yi Niu is also a relatively large 4A landscape scenic spot in Anhui Shitai. It is divided into five major scenic spots: Main Peak Scenic Area, Longmen Scenic Area, Qifeng Scenic Area, Shuanghekou Scenic Area and Guanyintang Scenic Area. It takes a lot of fun to play around. strength. This mountain is also a masterpiece of nature, or independent of the scenery, or accompanied by the pine, standing on the high ground and feel that it is picturesque, so people never tired of it. Our main tour this time is the Longmen Scenic Area.
Because the rainfall is abundant, the stream is continuous and the stream is constantly flowing. The flowing water squats down from the top of the mountain. If there is a rocky cliff, the waterfall falls down directly. The big one is like a galaxy falling for nine days. It is not seen in its shape. It is the most representative of the four stacks of waterfalls; It seems to be white and light, and it is comparable to Sichuan Jiuzhaigou.
Longmen Scenic Area also has an ancient village called Yanjia Ancient Village. It is said to be a descendant of the famous Han dynasty Yan Ziling in the Eastern Han Dynasty. The ancient village is a typical Huizhou residential building. It is well preserved. Every step you can see the locals watching you warmly. I was also taken to her home by a grandmother. She has been chanting here. There are three carvings, stone carvings, wood carvings and bronze sculptures. In the beginning, we didnt understand too much. I tried to find but did not find stone carvings. Bronze carving, the old woman deliberately pointed out to us, and said that they did not tell us we do not know.
After walking through the ancient villages and looking for them in the mountains, you have to go to the magical waterfall. The water of the Fourfolds falls from the main peak and the Qifeng, and the water flow continues throughout the year. As the name suggests, because the water flow is divided into four sections by the cliff, it is named, and the shape of the waterfall with a wrong angle is more diverse and beautiful! We met the good sunshine that day, like the holy light bathing the water on the mountain, nourishing the mountains and the logistics.
Of course, there are many attractions worth visiting in Longmen Scenic Area, such as Lovers Valley, Ancient Woods, Wufu Spring, etc. The natural landscape is beautiful and has a long history. Others such as Shuanglonggu, Yak Peak, and Lingshan Scenic Area are under development, and we look forward to seeing even better scenery.
Joe Cai.
According to the "Jiangnan Tongzhi" records: "Huangshan has thirty-six miles, and the Huangshan Mountain is opposite to the Huangshan Mountain. The highest one is Gu Niugang." It can be seen that the yak drop is not only the same as Huangshan, even Can go with the latter.
The beauty of Huangshan does not have to be said, the phrase "Huangshan returns without seeing Yue" is enough to blame everything. With such a benchmark in front, the yak may not be able to surpass it, but it does not prevent it from having its own beauty.
Yi Niu is divided into five major scenic spots: Main Peak Scenic Area, Ling Mountain Scenic Area, Shuanglong Valley Scenic Area, Longmen Scenic Area and Guanyintang Scenic Area. The first four are located in Shitai County, and the Guanyintang Scenic Area is located in Qimen County.
is the so-called "the mountain is not waterless", the water constitutes the biggest feature of the yak. Due to the abundant rainfall in this area, the rivers flow vertically or horizontally, or gather at the bottom of the valley into a pool, or rush down from the cliff to form a waterfall. The most amazing thing is not the ten steps and one small waterfall, one hundred steps and one big waterfall, but the waterfalls are connected, just like a series of pearls connected in series, it is spectacular.
樱殇之恋.
In the hot weather, a touch of green is the coolest.
The 4A level scenic spot in Chizhou - the yak down scenic area, waterfalls, flowing water, green trees, daylight... everything is just right.
There is a hot air just after the summer solstice, and it brings cool water and wind. Walking through it, the heat is gone.
The biological resources here are also very rich, and it is called Green Nature Museum by experts.
Summer PD.
Anhui Shitai yak drop Yanjia Ancient Village
"Life is a place of no dreams to Huizhou."
Hello, here is my hometown of Anhui, walking into Shitai yak and descending Yanjia Ancient Village, truly feeling the beauty of ancient Huizhou, the white wall and black tile village, simple and quiet, no gorgeous colors, heavy And quaint.
For thousands of years, Yanjiagu Village is surrounded by mountains and waters, high horse head walls, deep ancient alleys, ancient brick and black houses, ancient stone roads covered with moss, and still With exquisite craftsmanship, you are welcome to come to Anhui.
xiexufengzi.
The golden rapeseed blossoms are endless, and the yellow color is full of eyes. Here is the Shitai yak drop. When the spring breeze blows the first warmth in the spring, the girls skirts and hairs are blown up. Ten miles, it is better to go to Shitai yak to find a small fresh rape.
Whether you are at the foot of the mountain or at the mountainside, you can see the sea of rape blossoms that are open all over the mountains.
Walking on the way to the yak, overlooking the window, golden rapeseed, the hillside is flowing, the terraces are layered, and the pieces are golden, feeling like the ocean running on the flowers...
Caitlin_Zhu.
The yak drop is not only a famous comprehensive nature reserve in China, but also a mountain-type tourist scenic spot. Here, the green mountains and green waters are interdependent, the ecological environment is extremely beautiful, and the natural scenery is beautiful, strange, quiet and beautiful. Moreover, the people here are outstanding, with a strong cultural heritage and a glorious revolutionary tradition. There are the relics of Wu Yingxi, the leader of the late Qing Dynasty, the writer and the patriotic poet, the ancient snow-capped mountains, and the slogan wall that reflects the history of China for more than half a century.