Discover the Warm Winter Wonders of Emei Mountain Hot Springs

Your Complete Guide to Emei Mountain Hot Springs I. Pre-trip Preparation 1. Best time to visit: November to March. The winter scenery and hot springs create a wonderful atmosphere. Avoid public holidays for a less crowded experience. 2. What to pack: Bring your own swimsuit, swimming cap, and toiletries for use after the hot spring; bring warm clothes to avoid catching a cold due to the temperature difference after the hot spring; prepare some cash, as some small stalls may not support mobile payment. II. Hot Spring Recommendations 1. Lingxiu Hot Spring: The largest open-air radon hot spring in Asia, with a variety of special hot spring pools, such as Chinese herbal medicine pools and cocoa baths. There is also a children's play area, suitable for family trips. Tickets are about CNY 168, with discounts for online booking in advance. 2. Hongzhu Forest Hot Spring: 19 hot spring pools hidden in the forest, with strong privacy and a quiet environment. You can enjoy the tranquility of nature while bathing, surrounded by rare plants. Tickets are about CNY 268, including free fruit and drinks. 3. Tianyi Hot Spring: Themed with Zen culture, with karst cave hot springs, Tai Chi Bagua pools, etc. The price is affordable, with weekday tickets around CNY 128, and group purchase packages are often launched. III. Travel Guide 1. Hot spring process: Go to the front desk to get a wristband and towel; change into your swimsuit in the locker room and go to the hot spring area; choose your favorite hot spring pool to soak in, pay attention to the time, get up and rest every 15 - 20 minutes, and replenish water; after soaking, return to the locker room to shower and change clothes. 2. Travel advice: Start with a lower temperature hot spring pool, and try a higher temperature after you get used to it; you can alternate between different types of hot spring pools to experience multiple effects; go to the hot spring in the evening to enjoy the beautiful sunset, and there are also lighted night scenes at night. IV. Surrounding Food 1. Emei Mountain Konjac Braised Duck: The konjac is full of duck soup, soft and glutinous, and the duck is tender. It can be eaten in street restaurants, with an average of CNY 30 - 50 per person. 2. Emei Mountain Bamboo Shoots with Fried Meat: Local fresh bamboo shoots are stir-fried with meat slices, which is fragrant and delicious, with an average of about CNY 20 per person. 3. Leshan Special Snacks: Such as tofu pudding, Kaka cake, ice powder, etc. The tofu pudding has a delicate taste and rich seasonings, costing CNY 5 - 10 per bowl. V. Precautions 1. Do not take a hot spring on an empty stomach or when too full, and replenish water appropriately during the hot spring process. 2. Take off metal jewelry to avoid reaction with the minerals in the hot spring. 3. Observe the regulations of the hot spring area, do not play in the pool, and maintain environmental hygiene.