Travel Guide to Hunan Langshan Scenic Area
The Langshan Scenic Area is full of strange peaks, lush and dense deep forest vegetation, and the winding and crystal clear Fuyi River, forming a beautiful natural picture of Danxia, green water and green mountains. It is like a fairyland, combining danger, beauty, grandeur, strangeness, elegance and seclusion. It is known as the "Soul of Danxia and National Treasure". The Danxia landform has significant characteristics and peculiar geological structure. The mountains, water, forests and caves are integrated into one. The long Tianyi Lane, the high Bajiaozhai, the beautiful Jiangjunshi, the steep Candle Peak, the unique Honghua Chibi and the excellent Camel Peak, which were developed from the accumulation of Danxia landform, have been listed as a World Natural Heritage.
➤Recommendation reason
Unique stone peaks, steep rock walls and stone alleys, charming rivers and waterfalls, deep canyons and mountains, and mysterious village culture.
➤Best time to visit: August to October
➤ Six major scenic spots
Tianyi Lane, Lajiao Peak, Fuyi River, Bajiaozhai, Zixiadong, Tiansheng Bridge
➤ Tour route
Route A: Bajiaozhai→Lajiaofeng→Tianyixiang→Zixiadong
Route B: Lajiao Peak→Tianyi Lane→Bajiao Village→Fuyi River Rafting→Zixiadong
➤ "Langshan Six Wonders" are considered world wonders
❶The First Lane in the World
Located in Tianyixiang Scenic Area, it is 238.8 meters long, 0.8 meters wide at its widest point and 0.33 meters narrowest at its narrowest point. The stone walls on both sides are 120 to 180 meters high, the highest in the world.
☛Highlights: "The First Lane in the World", "Yuxian Lane", "The Line of Sky", "Moon-Changing Ladder", etc.
❷Bajiaozhai Whales in the Sea
Located in Bajiaozhai Scenic Area, the clouds are floating, overlooking the canyon, with strange peaks and rocks, sometimes showing their heads and tails, like thousands of whales playing in the sea
☛Highlights The most distinctive attractions include "Whales in the Sea" and "Dragon Head Incense"
❸General Stone
Located in the Fuyi River Scenic Area, there is a large rock on the mountain opposite Hejia Bay. From a distance, it looks like a general wearing a cloak standing by the Fuyi River. The General Stone is 399.5 meters above sea level, with a circumference of 40 meters and a net height of 75 meters. Drifting down the Fuyi River, you can see the General Stone with the blue sky on its back, holding its head high and chest out.
❹Camel Hump
Located in the Chili Peak Scenic Area, the peak is 187.8 meters high and 273 meters long. There are two depressions that resemble a camel's head, back hump and tail, which are very lifelike and vivid.
☛Highlights: The hanging plank road on the mountain, the narrow strip of sky and the pastoral scenery
❺Natural Bridge
The whole bridge is in the shape of a round arch, crossing the sky with great momentum. The pier is 64 meters long, 20 meters high, 14 meters wide, and the bridge deck is 5 meters thick. It is known as the No. 1 bridge in Asia.
❻Pepper Peak
Located in the Chili Peak Scenic Area, it is 180 meters high, with a small foot and a big head, just like a huge chili pepper.
☛Highlights: "Pepper" is the iconic attraction of the entire Langshan
➤Address: West of Langshan Avenue, Langshan Town, Xinning County, Shaoyang City, Hunan Province
➤ Transportation
Not very convenient, it is recommended to drive by yourself or join a tour group
➤Tips
❶ The scenic area is mainly for mountain climbing. People with average physical fitness are recommended to choose a one-way or two-way cable car
❷ Wear a hat with a large brim, sunglasses, and take sun protection measures. Umbrellas are not recommended. Bring mosquito repellent
❸The temperature difference between morning and evening is large, so remember to bring a coat. It is recommended to bring a change of base clothes with you and change them in time after sweating while climbing.