First time visiting Huangshan? Avoid these common mistakes!

Huangshan is world-famous for its beauty, but first-time visitors are bound to make some mistakes. As a "veteran player" who climbs Huangshan every week, I have summarized the 10 most common mistakes made by first-time visitors to Huangshan. I hope this helps! Choose the right entrance: There are several entrances to Huangshan, so don't go to the wrong one! I strongly recommend going up the mountain from the south gate in Tangkou Town, which is the Zhaixi South Gate Transfer Center. When buying tickets, be sure to choose whether you want to go to Yungu (back mountain) or Yuping (front mountain). Most people choose to go up Yungu and down Yuping. Book a hotel on the mountain in advance: If you want to watch the sunrise and sunset on the mountain, you need to stay on the mountain. Xihai Hotel, Baiyun Hotel, Paiyunlou Hotel, Shilin Hotel, and Yupinglou Hotel are all popular accommodation options. I personally recommend Baiyun Hotel or Paiyunlou Hotel, but be sure to book in advance, otherwise you may have to sleep under the stars. Pay attention to the weather: The weather on the top of Huangshan is like a child's face, it changes quickly and is completely different from the weather at the foot of the mountain. So be sure to check the weather at Bright Summit in Huangshan Scenic Area. If rain is forecast, remember to bring a raincoat, otherwise you may get soaked. Don't carry a suitcase up the mountain: Carrying a suitcase up the mountain is a big task and will tire you out! You can store your suitcase at the Xin Guoxian Service Center or other official luggage storage locations. Travel light and only bring the essentials. Be cautious of popular attractions: Popular attractions like the Guest-Greeting Pine are always crowded! If you want to take photos, I suggest going in the afternoon, as the morning is also very crowded. Don't blindly follow the crowd, otherwise you'll waste a lot of time queuing. Climb the mountain according to your ability: If you are a beginner, don't try to hike the whole way. If you are confident in your physical strength, you can hike and take the cable car, or hike the whole way. But if you are not very fit, it is better to take the cable car up and down the mountain, otherwise you may get tired halfway up and be unable to continue. Don't buy roadside specialties: Huangshan specialties include tea and various dried goods, but don't buy them from roadside stalls, as many are fake or of poor quality. If you want to buy specialties, go to an official store, where the quality is guaranteed. Watch the sunrise and sea of clouds at the right time: If you want to see the sunrise and sea of clouds, you don't have to go to Bright Summit. Not only is it crowded, but you may not get a good spot. You can ask the staff if there will be a sea of clouds and sunrise the next day, and then choose a suitable viewing spot. You may be pleasantly surprised. Wear the right shoes for the weather: In winter or rainy weather, don't wear sneakers. Try to wear sports shoes or hiking shoes. Comfort, waterproofing, and slip resistance are key, otherwise you may slip on the wet mountain roads. Don't believe salespeople at the foot of the mountain: If you meet someone at the foot of the mountain selling hiking routes or recommending food and activities, don't believe them! Just follow the normal route. There are maps and signs on the mountain, so you don't have to worry about getting lost. I hope you have a great time in Huangshan, avoid these mistakes, and leave with beautiful memories!