Traveling around the beautiful mountains and rivers - Wudang Mountain Travel Guide

Explore the Taoist holy land and appreciate the natural wonders Wudang Mountain, located in Danjiangkou City, Shiyan City, Hubei Province, is a famous Taoist holy land in China and a world cultural heritage site. This place not only has a profound Taoist cultural heritage, but also has magnificent natural scenery. It is a great place for sightseeing, leisure and vacation. 1. Best Travel Time Spring and autumn (April-May, September-October) are the best time to travel to Wudang Mountain, with pleasant climate and beautiful scenery. Although summer (June-August) is hot, it is a great way to escape the heat and is also a good time to enjoy the sea of ​​clouds. Winter (November to March of the following year) is relatively cold, but you can enjoy the snow scenery, which is unique. 2. Transportation Guide Airplane: The nearest airport is Shiyan Wudangshan Airport, which is about 15 kilometers away from Wudang Mountain Scenic Area. There are direct flights to Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou and other cities. Train: There are many trains stopping at Shiyan Railway Station and Wudangshan Railway Station, and transportation is convenient. Car: There are buses from Shiyan City and Danjiangkou City directly to Wudang Mountain Scenic Area. 3. Recommended attractions Golden Summit: The highest peak of Wudang Mountain, with an altitude of 1,612 meters, is the symbol of Wudang Mountain and an excellent place to watch the sunrise and sea of ​​clouds. Zixiao Palace: The most complete palace complex preserved in Wudang Mountain. It is large in scale and majestic in appearance. It is the center of Taoist activities in Wudang Mountain. Nanyan Palace: This palace is built on a steep cliff and is famous for its steepness. It is the most beautiful of the 36 rocks in Wudang Mountain. Taizipo: It is said to be the place where the Great Emperor Zhenwu practiced cultivation. It has a quiet environment and towering ancient trees. It is a great place for leisure and summer vacation. Xiaoyao Valley: The most beautiful canyon in Wudang Mountain, with gurgling streams and rugged rocks, is a great place for hiking and adventure. 4. Recommended tour routes One-day tour: Taizipo → Zixiao Palace → Nanyan Palace → Jinding Two-day tour: Day 1: Taizipo → Zixiao Palace → Nanyan Palace Day 2: Jinding → Xiaoyao Valley 5. Recommended accommodation Wudang Mountain City: There are many accommodation options, the price is relatively cheap, and the transportation is convenient. In the scenic area: You can stay near the Golden Summit, Nanyan and other scenic spots, which is convenient for watching the sunrise and sea of ​​clouds, but the price is more expensive. VI. Food Recommendations Wudang Mountain delicacies: unique wild game from Wudang Mountain, such as mushrooms, fungus, bamboo shoots, etc. Taoist vegetarian dishes: an important part of Wudang Mountain Taoist culture, light, delicious and nutritious. Danjiangkou Culex bream: a specialty of Danjiangkou Reservoir, with tender meat and delicious taste. 7. Travel Tips The Wudang Mountain Scenic Area is quite large, so it is recommended to plan your route in advance and arrange your time appropriately. There are many mountain roads in the scenic area, so it is recommended to wear comfortable shoes. Wudang Mountain is at a high altitude, so please keep warm. Respect the local Taoist culture, do not make loud noises, and do not take photos at will. 8. Recommended surrounding attractions Danjiangkou Reservoir: Asia's largest artificial freshwater lake, with beautiful scenery and boat trips. Shennongjia: A world natural heritage site with dense virgin forests and rich flora and fauna resources. IX. Notes Wudang Mountain Scenic Area implements real-name ticket purchase, please bring your mainland China ID card. Smoking and littering are prohibited in the scenic area. Be careful and do not climb dangerous areas.