Travel Guide for Hiking Mount Hua, a Famous Attraction in Shaanxi, China

Mount Hua is one of the most famous attractions in Shaanxi, China. Every year, thousands of tourists come here to hike and enjoy the scenery. Here is a simple guide for hiking Mount Hua. Tour Route: West Peak - South Peak - East Peak - Central Peak - North Peak Recommended Reason: Personally, I think the scenery of the West and South Peaks is the best, so I choose to see the most beautiful scenery when I have the best physical strength! Suitable for: People who don't exercise much, want to experience hiking, and have no knee joint injuries Recommended Reason: This route is mainly downhill, which means it requires relatively less physical strength, but it is tough on the knees. Why do I still recommend this route for most people? [West Up, North Down] More downhill means that the reverse [North Up, West Down] is all uphill! Although it protects the knees, people without years of exercise foundation will really, really, really doubt their life while climbing. The Chang Kong Plank Road and the Sparrow Turn require advance reservations. Ticket Purchase Location: Tickets can only be purchased within the Mount Hua Scenic Area. Ticket Release Time: Reservations can only be made on the same day. Tickets are released at 6:30 AM for all time slots, and a small number of tickets are released before each time slot starts. If you can't get a reservation, wait on-site; some people may not show up, and there will be some on-site tickets available. Tips: The last cable car down the mountain is at 7:00 PM, so plan your trip in advance to avoid missing it. Recently, it has been quite cold on Mount Hua, so bring warm clothing. Remember to bring your ID card, passport, power bank, and other essentials. The facilities on the mountain are relatively complete, with public toilets, food, and water available. Self-heating meals are a must-bring, as water is expensive on the mountain.