I've been to Mianshan Scenic Area three times and finally figured it out.

Here are some tips for visiting Mianshan Scenic Area: Preparation • Ticket Booking: Book tickets in advance on the official WeChat public account or online travel platforms. Tickets cost CNY 110/person during peak season and CNY 90/person during off-season. Shuttle bus tickets cost CNY 50/person. • Transportation: You can drive yourself or take the high-speed train to Lingshi East Station and then take a taxi to the scenic area. If you take public transportation, there are special tourist buses from Jiexiu City that go directly to the scenic area. • What to Bring: Prepare clothes according to the weather, bring enough water and food, and wear comfortable athletic shoes. Attractions • Natural Scenery Tour: Take the scenic bus directly to Shuitaogou, known as the "Little Jiuzhaigou of the North". Afterward, you can go to Guteng Valley to admire the spectacular vines and ancient trees. From Shuitaogou to Qixiangu Valley, experience the thrill of climbing with iron chains. • Cultural Scenery Tour: Visit Longtou Temple, including the Guan Di Temple and Zhenwu Temple, to experience the historical and cultural heritage. Then, head to Daluo Palace to admire the Taoist architecture, and then to Yunfeng Temple and Zhengguo Temple to see the copper bells of Baofuyan, the colored sculptures, and the "Oriental Mummy" - the mummified Buddha. Itinerary • One-Day Tour: If you are short on time, you can choose the essence route, such as taking the scenic bus to Shuitaogou, then taking the cable car to Jie Gong Ridge, and then visiting Yunfeng Temple, Daluo Palace, and Longtou Temple in turn. • Multi-Day Tour: On the first day, visit Longtou Temple, Longji Ridge, Li Guyan, and Daluo Palace; on the second day, visit Tianqiao, Qixiangu Valley, and Jie Gong Ridge; on the third day, visit Yunfeng Temple, Zhengguo Temple, Guteng Valley, and Shuitaogou. Special Experiences • Experience Taoist Culture: Participate in Taoist rituals at Daluo Palace and experience the profound Taoist culture. • Taste Local Cuisine: Try local specialties such as Guanxian Tang in the scenic area.