Anhui Off-the-Beaten-Path Travelogue | Mount Qiyun: Where there are free sunrises and sunsets

"In this world, incomparable is it, the most beautiful mountain in the south of the Yangtze River, it is Mount Qiyun."💭 This is Emperor Qianlong's praise for Mount Qiyun in Xiuning County, Huangshan, Anhui. It is obscure, yet it is regarded as the 'earthly paradise' of Taoism. "If you want to know what a life of the richest man is like, you have to walk around Mount Huang and Mount Qiyun. It's as if in this corner of the world, there are no worries, no dreams, only in Huizhou." This poem is probably the best interpretation, isn't it?🌄 Mount Huang and Mount Baiyue-Qiyun, that's the beauty of a former life. Here there are mountains, water, the historical remnants of Taoist culture, and ancient villages. Wandering around in ancient costumes feels particularly special, and coupled with the charming sunrises and sunsets, staying for two days is just right. 🚌 Transportation: You can take the high-speed train to Huangshan North Station, and then take the tourist bus directly to the scenic area from inside the station. 🏨 Accommodation: At the foot of Mount Qiyun, there is the Xiangfu Rui Hotel, and if you need something more upscale, there is the Freedom Home Treehouse Hotel next door. If you like the feeling of being on the mountain, there are also homestays on Yuehua Street. 💡 Must-visit: Qiyun Town is especially suitable for strolling at night, with retro Hanfu tours every Thursday to Saturday, and the Hengjiang fireworks show; you can also explore the Hengjiang bamboo rafting, enjoy the sunset at Dengfeng Bridge, experience the charm of the cliff village Yuehua Street, as well as Taoist palaces like the Taixu Palace and Yuxu Palace. ⛰️ The mountain cableway is very convenient, and the scenery along the way is also superb. It is recommended to buy a package ticket, which includes round-trip cable car tickets and entrance tickets, as well as bamboo rafting. 🍚 Cuisine: The local Hui cuisine is truly incomparable in deliciousness, with Yuehua Street's farmhouse restaurants on the mountain and Xiangfu Rui Restaurant at the bottom of the mountain being the perfect choices for gourmet food, and there are also many restaurants around Dengfeng Bridge. Sea of clouds, sunrise, sunset, every natural landscape makes you feel as if you are in a fairyland. The cultural landscapes of the scenic area are also quite rich, such as the Qing Dynasty ancient architectural complex, the long-standing Taoist culture, all fully showcasing the unique charm of Mount Qiyun. If you want to avoid the bustling crowds and quietly enjoy the sunrise and sunset, then Mount Qiyun is undoubtedly an excellent choice〜