Millennium Ancient Trail Family Trip! Autumn Hiking on Ruoling Ancient Trail, Enjoying the Colorful Forests of Southern Anhui with Kids

Ruoling Ancient Trail, with a history of 1,400 years, offers breathtaking autumn foliage! Hike the ancient trail with your kids, passing through bamboo groves, pine forests, and red leaf woods, experiencing the dual charm of nature and culture~ ✅️ Family-friendly Hiking Routes (Easy Adaptation Version) 1⃣ Beginner Route: Entrance of Jingshe Ancient Trail at Gaojia Village, Baidi Town, Jingde County → Wuliting → Kaobidong, about 3 km in total, flat terrain, suitable for young children, 6 km round trip, low difficulty 2⃣ Intermediate Route: Gaojia Village Entrance → Wuliting → Rulai Buddha Pillar → Tianxing Cave, about 8 km in total, kids can walk one way and take a taxi back, with many scenic spots along the way to fully experience the charm of the ancient trail 3⃣ Highlight Route: Ruoling Pass → Chatian Village direction, this section has stunning scenery with red maples and pines complementing each other, walk 2-3 km, perfect for photo-loving families Recommended to visit with kids in early November when the red leaves are at their peak and the scenery is best; by late November, some leaves have already fallen. . Ruoling Ancient Trail was built during the Sui Dynasty, over 1,400 years ago. It is one of China’s top ten ancient hiking trails, carrying the historical memory of ancient Huizhou. Walking on the bluestone path with your kids, you can feel the vicissitudes of history. The trail crosses Huangshan District, She County, Jixi County, and Jingde County. Different sections have different names: the Jingde County section is called Jingshe Ancient Trail, the She County section is called Ruoling Ancient Trail (Huizhou-Qing Ancient Trail), and the Taiping section in Huangshan District is called Sui-Tang Ancient Trail. Essentially, it is the same ancient trail. . ✅️ Family Attractions Along the Trail: Wuliting (Wulidong): An arched round tunnel made of stone slabs, about five li from the entrance, serving as a rest station on the trail. Rest here with your kids and learn about the function of ancient courier stations. Kaobidong: Built against the mountain, cleverly using the terrain, inspiring kids to admire the architectural wisdom of ancient people. Rulai Buddha Pillar: Uniquely shaped like the Buddhist hat of Tang Monk, bring your kids to pray and experience the charm of traditional culture. Tianzhuan Temple Ruins: Only stone wall remains, let your kids imagine the scale and incense offerings of the ancient temple, and learn some history. Wangzidong, Tianxing Cave: Tianxing Cave was once an ancient checkpoint. Standing here, you can overlook Huangshan Mountain. Let your kids enjoy the distant mountain views and broaden their horizons. Ruoling Pass: The junction of four counties, with a garrison city tower and the ancient Wang Gong Temple ruins. The four large characters "Tianxian Chongkai" (Reopening the Natural Barrier) on the pass are vigorous and powerful, letting kids feel the majesty of ancient military checkpoints. Clear signposts along the way ensure no worries about getting lost. Near Ruoling Pass, the pines stand tall; the Sui-Tang Ancient Trail section features brilliant red maples, each with unique scenery. . Autumn sunshine filters through the leaves, shining on the bluestone path. Fallen leaves form a colorful carpet, crunching underfoot as kids walk, as if having a conversation with history—every step full of joy. 🏡 Accommodation Recommendations Luxury Nature Stay: Huangshan Fuhua Lirang Resort, close to the ancient trail, fully equipped with family facilities, including a children's playground and outdoor area, ideal for a great stay with kids. 💡 Family Hiking Tips 1. Clothing: Dress kids in breathable, moisture-wicking quick-dry shirts, comfortable long pants, non-slip hiking shoes, and bring a light jacket to handle temperature changes in the mountains. 2. Essentials: Kids’ thermos, plenty of snacks (energy bars, nuts, fruits), wet wipes, tissues, band-aids, insect repellent, trekking poles (to assist walking), small backpack (for kids to carry their own items). 3. Hiking Techniques: Control hiking pace, rest every 30 minutes; let kids take turns using trekking poles to train balance; download offline maps in advance to avoid poor signal. 4. Parent-Child Interaction: Tell kids stories about the trail’s history and Huizhou culture; encourage them to observe plants along the way and learn about different trees and flowers; take photos of family hiking moments to record the beautiful journey. 5. Precautions: Some parts of the trail have moss and can be slippery when wet, so try to hike on sunny days with kids; watch kids carefully to avoid cliffs and steep slopes; follow park rules, do not damage vegetation or historical sites.