An underrated place, Qiyun Mountain, is a must-visit

⛰️ Qiyun Mountain, formerly known as Baiyue, is named for its peak that aligns with the clouds, creating an impression of a mountain equal in height to the clouds. Emperor Qianlong once praised it as 'a peerless scenic spot, the number one mountain in the south of the Yangtze River.' Qiyun Mountain is composed of continental red rock series from the late Cretaceous period of the Mesozoic era and features unique Danxia landforms. 📍 Located in Qiyunshan Town, Xiuning County, Huangshan City, Anhui Province, 🛣️ it's not long after exiting the highway to reach there. After arriving at the tourist center, you can choose to take the cable car 🚡 up and down the mountain or hike. It is recommended to hike to see more beautiful scenery. You will pass by Dengfeng Bridge, and along the way up the mountain, there are nine miles and thirteen pavilions for visitors to rest, cool off, take shelter from the rain, and enjoy the surrounding beauty. The 13 pavilions are, in order: First Immortal Pass Pavilion, Stepping Cloud Pavilion, Surrounding Peak Pavilion, Climbing Pavilion, Harmony Pavilion, Baiyue Pavilion, Wind Pavilion, Respect Pavilion, Pine Moon Pavilion, Sea and Sky Pavilion, Cloud Water Pavilion, Approaching Immortal Pass Pavilion, and Viewing Immortal Pavilion, each with its own unique style and characteristics. You will also pass through the First, Second, and Third Heavenly Gates. Qiyun Mountain offers three routes for visitors with different physical abilities and time constraints 1️⃣ Short Loop (2-3 hours) Viewing Immortal Tower - River Heaven Blessed Land - River Heaven Square - Longevity Rock - First Heavenly Gate - True Immortal Cave Mansion - Second Heavenly Gate Third Heavenly Gate - Moonlight Street - Tai Family Palace - Little Pot Sky - Longevity Tower - Baiyue Restaurant - Yuehua Platform - Meeting Source Platform - No Illusion Path -- Zhanhao Bee - Sitting and Forgetting Platform - Dream True Bridge - Viewing Immortal Tower. 2️⃣ Medium Loop (4-5 hours) Viewing Immortal Tower - Cave Heaven Blessed Land - River Heaven Square - Longevity Rock - First Heavenly Gate - True Immortal River Mansion - Second Heavenly Gate - Third Heavenly Gate - Moonlight Street - Tai Su Palace -- Little Pot Sky - Longevity Tower - Jade Void Palace - Fang La Fort - Highest Peak - Baiyue Restaurant - Yuehua Platform - Meeting Source Platform - Lingxu Path - Zhan Gao Peak - Sitting and Forgetting Platform - Dream True Bridge - Viewing Immortal Tower 3️⃣ Large Loop (5-6 hours) Viewing Immortal Tower - Cave Blessed Land - Cave Heaven Square - One Longevity Rock - First Heavenly Gate - True Immortal Cave Mansion - Second Heavenly Gate - Third Heavenly Gate - Moonlight Heaven - Tai Su Palace - Little Pot Sky - Longevity Tower - Jade Void Palace - Purple Cloud Pass - Fang La Cave - Fang La Fort - Highest Peak >> Baiyue Restaurant -- Yuehua Platform - Meeting Source Platform - Lingxu Path - Zhan Gao Peak - Sitting and Forgetting Platform - Dream True Bridge - Viewing Immortal Tower. ⚠️ Both ascending and descending the mountain are very steep, so be sure to pay attention to safety, wear sports shoes, and be mindful of slippery conditions when it rains. After descending the mountain, you will also see fields of rapeseed flowers, and the 🎈 balloon flying house in the flower fields instantly transports you into a fairy tale world