2025 Wuzhai Travel Guide: Must-see attractions, popular food, hotels, transportation routes (updated in May)

Xinzhou is a real treasure trove. I just went to Guancen Mountain last month and now I want to go again. Gorgeous!!! Every spot is scenic! You see the little calf grazing, the clouds after the rain are super impressive, surrounded by clouds and mist, everything is perfect, thanks to Mother Nature for this day. Perfect for summer hiking, where you can admire lush pine forests, alpine meadows, and flowing streams. Equipment: Hiking boots or trail shoes, backpack, water bottle, sunglasses, sunscreen, rain gear, flashlight or headlamp and extra batteries. Public Transport: Take the train to Ningwu County (train numbers 4616, 1138, K7802, etc.), then transfer to a bus to Dongzhai Town in Ningwu County, and from Dongzhai Town, hire a car to the scenic area. Attractions: 1. Luya Mountain 2.万年冰洞 (Wannian Ice Cave) 3. Heyeping 4. Cliff Plank Road Dongzhai Town is the main gateway to the scenic area. There are many restaurants and hotels to choose from in the town. After your hike, you can enjoy local specialties such as *kaolaolao* and *wan tuo* in Ningwu County or Wuzhai County.

Heye Ping is the largest subalpine meadow in North China. It is 2,784 meters above sea level and is named after its shape, which resembles a large lotus leaf. It is known as the "Emerald of the Plateau". 📌TIPS: 📍Location: Search for Heye Ping on your map app. 💰Tickets: Free 🅿️Parking: Park at the foot of the mountain. There is free parking available. 🟡️Transportation: If you don't want to walk, you can ride a horse up the mountain (villagers will accompany you the whole way, and the horses are very gentle). 🟣️Opening hours: Monday to Sunday, all day. 🟡️Travel tips: ✅Heye Ping is suitable for hiking across the grassland and is one of the most classic routes for hiking enthusiasts. Watch the sunrise and sunset over the alpine meadows and experience the magnificence of nature. ✅Due to the high altitude, the temperature is low, so be sure to bring warm clothes. At the same time, the sun is strong on the grassland, so you should also bring sunscreen, sunglasses, and other sun protection products. There are many mosquitoes on the grassland in summer, so be sure to bring mosquito repellent and tuck your pants into your socks when hiking. ✅There are no restaurants on the grassland, so you need to bring your own food. ✅Bring a trash bag and be environmentally friendly.

I just came down from Luyashan-Heleping in Xinzhou, Shanxi This is the most beautiful autumn I have ever seen, even more beautiful than Hemu Village in Xinjiang I didn't expect that there would be such a fairyland near Taiyuan Before I set off, I was always worried that it was a "picture scam". It was not until I was there that I found out The camera can't record its beauty 1:1🍁 · 🍁 Tour tips 🔸The picture was taken on October 13, and it is currently the best time to enjoy autumn 🔸The temperature on the mountain is relatively low, so you need to wear autumn clothes, autumn pants, and stormtrooper clothes 🔸The scenic area is open for free, and the mountain road is relatively easy to walk 🔸There are not many vehicles on the road, you can stop and go 🔸There is a lot of fog in the mountains on rainy days‼️ Visibility is 2m · 🌧️ It was drizzling that day when we went. There was a lot of mist in the mountains along the way, which was very artistic, making the autumn mountains more beautiful, giving a feeling of ink painting. · ❄️ Autumn and winter | We originally wanted to drive to the top of the mountain, Heleping Meadow, but we didn't expect that there would be snow on the way up, and the snow and fog became more and more (the visibility was basically 2m), which was a bit dangerous. When we reached the top of the mountain, it was white, and it felt like we had entered the clouds. We rested for a while and then went down the mountain. · My sister has been to Heleping for the fourth time She said that no matter what season it is, there is its unique beauty here The tranquility and magnificence here cleanse the soul Forget the hustle and bustle of the world...

📍Taiyuan to He Ye Ping, 187 km in total, about 3 hours by car. 🚗Take the Er Guang Expressway to Cang Yu, then get on the Wu Ba Line. After getting off the expressway, follow the winding country road to start our mountain climbing journey! - 📸Good places to take photos: 1⃣️Before entering the village, along the river by the road, the scenery is picturesque, with the forest as a neighbor, the water is gurgling, it is an excellent place to take photos. 2⃣️About 500 meters from the end of the navigation, the autumn colors there are colorful and beautiful, which is the reason why I dream of living in the mountains and forests. 3⃣️In the forest along the way, the real scene is several times more beautiful than the photos. 4⃣️On the top of the mountain, even if it is not green grass, the scenery is also very charming, and the windmill in the distance adds a bit of poetry. - ❗Tips: ❶Although the road is narrow, it is enough for overtaking. There are no large vehicles, and it is much easier to walk than Pang Quan Gou. ❷There is a section of the road surface that needs to wade. As long as the vehicle chassis is not too low, it should be fine to drive slowly. ❸The temperature on the top of the mountain is low, it is recommended to wear windproof or thick clothes. ❹Remember to bring enough food and drinks, bring hot water, and solve personal needs in advance, because there is only one toilet on the top of the mountain. ❺Bring a partner who is good at photography, which is very important for your travel record.

| Shanxi has its own Altai. During the Dragon Boat Festival holiday, take the high-speed train from Beijing to Taiyuan, sleep overnight, and after a 3-hour drive the next morning, you can reach Luyashan. It is said that May to August is the most beautiful season for Luyashan~ It is now May, and the mountains are full of yellow, purple, and red wildflowers in bloom. The Altai of Shanxi really lives up to its reputation. ⛰️ He Ye Ping Driving and navigating to He Ye Ping in Wuzhai County is free, the road is relatively flat, but it's a bit difficult for business vehicles to pass each other. He Ye Ping has the largest subalpine meadow in North China, with an altitude of over 2000 meters. The scenery is very beautiful, like a huge green carpet~ It is named after the lotus leaf-like plants on the mountain (P3). The meadow feels great underfoot, fluffy and soft 🦋 and there are also many astrophotography enthusiasts here to shoot the Milky Way 🌌 ⛰️ North Line + West Line You need to buy a ticket 🎫 for the Luyashan scenic area North Line - Hanging Village, Perennial Ice Cave, Hanging Coffins, Hanging Plank Road West Line - Malun Grassland, Luyashan (Taizi Dian main peak), Lover's Valley Okay, it feels 🌂 unnecessary to bring some encumbrance 3️⃣ Do a good job of sun protection 4️⃣ There are more places to eat and stay in Wuzhai County, and the international big j hotels are relatively clean 5️⃣ Ningwu's specialty is to eat local (personally think that the aroma and taste of silver plate mushrooms are not inferior to Yunnan's mushrooms). Maojian tea tastes very refreshing. I have also drunk local mountain tea in Wuzhai, I don't know the specific name, but it's sweet aftertaste and very refreshing, worth a try

| Escape the scorching heat, head to the mountains, Xinzhou Lotus Leaf Plateau. Mountain Every Monday | Escape the scorching heat, head to the mountains, Xinzhou Lotus Leaf Plateau Walking into the mountains in summer, immerse in the natural scenery Overcoming rugged mountain roads, enduring all hardships To witness the beautiful scenery worth the effort and waiting Jinglu Location: Lotus Leaf Plateau in Wuzhai (navigate to Wuzhai Lotus Leaf Plateau) It takes about 3h to arrive from Taiyuan, this place is not yet fully developed, it's a pristine natural landscape! Lotus Leaf Plateau is the largest subalpine meadow in North China with an altitude of 2783 meters, located at the junction of Kelan, Wuzhai, and Ningwu counties right next to Luya Mountain. Surrounded by mountains and water, it offers a broad view and is a rare outdoor paradise within Shanxi Province As is well known, Shanxi is a province severely lacking in water resources, but here you will find no such trouble. It is said that this is the real source of the Fen River The correct way to open up Lotus Leaf Plateau is by hiking. The forest vegetation is rich, and the hiking conditions are mature, making it a great destination for weekend hiking and excursions Climbing to the top of Lotus Leaf Plateau, you can gaze at the surrounding mountains, feeling relaxed and refreshed Being in Lotus Leaf Plateau is like entering a vast grassland Occasionally passing horses will make you wonder if this is still Shanxi? It's unbelievably beautiful!! ! Tips : The hiking route is complex, it is recommended to go with professional outdoors people. Do not litter in the mountains, take all trash out with you. Drinking water is very important during hiking, it is recommended to bring plenty of drinking water.

Have you heard of Luya Mountain? I believe 99% of people don't know about this 'Little Switzerland of Shanxi', Luya Mountain, which is less crowded and beautiful. It's definitely worth collecting after testing on National Day! 🚗Transportation: Luya Mountain is located in Ningwu County, Xinzhou City, Shanxi Province. You can drive directly from Beijing! 🏨Accommodation: Recommended by local friends, we stayed at: Wuzhai Fengze International Hotel in Wuzhai County. 🌟Reason for recommendation: This is a place with high accommodation standards near Luya Mountain Scenic Area, convenient for self-driving to the scenic area and the journey is beautiful! The cost performance is also great, 259 yuan per night for a double standard room, the room is large and clean, free parking, very good! You can choose to walk or drive to visit Luya Mountain, we chose to drive up the mountain! Day1⃣️Day One: 🧭Navigate from the hotel to: He Ye Ping (not Luya Mountain Scenic Area, the scenic area is large, we went to the most beautiful part), winding mountain road all the way up, there are jungles and streams, shuttling between the colorful jungles, worthy of the name 'Little Switzerland of Shanxi', absolutely beautiful! The surprise is: the top of the mountain is a flat highland grassland - Malun Grassland, marvel at the wonders of nature! 🎫Tickets: No tickets required for the whole journey on the first day🆓 Day2⃣️Day Two: Navigate from the hotel to: Suspended Village. Along the way, you will pass a place called Yunwu Ridge, where you can park, climb the mountain trail, there are viewing points for taking photos, and the mountain next to the trail can take children to experience the fun of digging mushrooms. You can also see sea buckthorn along the way, if you are lucky enough to meet farmers picking sea buckthorn, you can buy a kilogram of original sea buckthorn with branches for 2 yuan to taste, very sour, that is the raw material for sea buckthorn juice! Navigate to the destination Suspended Village: An ancient village built on a cliff at an altitude of 2300 meters, feel the wisdom of the ancients, worth a look! 🎫Tickets: You can buy tickets at the entrance, 60 yuan for adults, 30 yuan for children, and 10 yuan for parking. 🌟Tips: 1⃣️ It's quite cold on the mountain, especially the grassland on the top of the mountain, so bring a thick coat or down jacket. 2⃣️The mountain road is narrow, some places are quite steep, be sure to drive safely. This less crowded and beautiful 'Little Switzerland of Shanxi', Luya Mountain really surprised me, it's really worth it! If you are interested, please like, follow and collect it quickly!

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