Drive to Jinfo Mountain on May Day | Enjoy the Azaleas and the Sea of Clouds

The May Day holiday is just around the corner, and the high-altitude azaleas on Jinfo Mountain in Nanchuan, Chongqing, are blooming brilliantly. Miss it and you'll have to wait another year! Jinfo Mountain is a magical mountain where nature and culture intertwine, known far and wide for its azaleas and the ethereal sea of clouds. Every spring, the azaleas on Jinfo Mountain are as picturesque as poetry, complementing the sea of clouds amongst the mountains. Its gentle and fragrant beauty attracts countless visitors. ✅ Enjoy the Azaleas Jinfo Mountain has a wide variety of azaleas, with vibrant colors from the foot to the peak, and different species blooming at different altitudes. Among them, the Yaochiba Azalea Forest, Azalea Prince, and Jinfo Mountain Wild Ancient Azalea Park are great places to enjoy the azaleas. Stepping into these places is like entering a paradise of azaleas, where you can find Jinfo Mountain's unique ancient azalea species such as 'Jinshan Azalea', as well as centenarian azalea communities and the thousand-year-old 'Flower King'. ✅ Observe the Sea of Clouds The sea of clouds on Jinfo Mountain after the rain is dreamy and fantastical, as if you are in a fairyland. Standing on the Jinguichao Yang viewing platform, you can overlook the entire sea of clouds, feeling as if you are in a fairyland. The spectacular and shocking view is unforgettable. ✅ Recommended Tour Routes 1️⃣ West Gate Cable Car Upper Station Square - Qian Niu Ping - Jinfo Temple - World Wild Ancient Azalea Park - Yaochiba - Gufo Cave - Yaochiba - Cloud-End Walkway - Jinguichao Yang - Guanfo Pavilion - Jiudi Tanyuan - West Gate Cable Car Upper Station Square: This is a walking route that takes about 3-4 hours, where you can enjoy the azaleas and the sea of clouds on Jinfo Mountain along the way. 2️⃣ North Gate Cable Car Upper Station - Gufo Cave - Yaochiba Azalea Forest - Azalea Prince - Cloud-End Walkway - Jinguichao Yang - Arrow Bamboo Sea - Qian Niu Ping: This is a walking + driving route that takes about 2-3 hours, suitable for visitors with limited time. 📝 Practical Tips 🚠 Choosing a Cable Car: There are two cable cars at Jinfo Mountain, the West Gate and the North Gate. You can plan accordingly based on your needs and time. 👖 Dressing Suggestions: The altitude of Jinfo Mountain is high, and the climate changes greatly. It is recommended to wear comfortable clothes with warming functions, and to prepare a pair of comfortable shoes for long walks. ⚠️ Safety Reminder: When enjoying the azaleas and the sea of clouds, do not climb in closed areas or linger in dangerous places such as cliff edges.