Southern Anhui's Sky City! Capture the Vibe of Yangchan Earth Buildings

📍 Address: Yangchan Village, Shendu Town, She County, Huangshan City, Anhui Province 🎫 Tickets: Free (Shuttle bus round trip: CNY 30, 10-min ride) ⏰ Recommended Time: 8:30 am–12:00 pm (Avoid crowds, soft lighting) 🚗 Transportation 1. Self-driving/chartered car: Navigate to "Yangchan Earth Buildings Parking Lot." Parking fee: CNY 10/day. The mountain roads are narrow, so drive carefully. 2. Shuttle bus: Village-operated, same price from halfway up. 3. Hiking: For those with good stamina, hike up the bluestone trail (approx. 1 hr). Enjoy mountain views along the way, but it's time-consuming, not recommended if time is limited. 📸 Must-See Spots 1. Hundred-Step Cloud Ladder Yangchan's iconic spot! Shoot upwards from the middle of the stairs to capture the staggered earth buildings. Combine with morning mist or sunlight filtering through the clouds for stunning photos. Wear bright clothes to contrast with the yellow-brown earth buildings. 2. Mountaintop Viewing Platform The best view of the entire earth building cluster. Thirty-six earth buildings are embedded in the mountains like a "Sky City." Early morning mist creates a fairyland atmosphere. Go straight here if time is short. 3. Bluestone Paths and Ancient Alleys The bluestone slabs glow warmly in the sunlight. Stroll in a plain long dress or Hanfu for a perfect atmosphere. Use a telephoto lens to capture the lines of the alleys, avoiding cluttered backgrounds. 4. Earth Building Architectural Details Look for lintel carvings, bamboo-reinforced rammed earth walls (an ancient technique replacing steel reinforcement), and the geometric lines of the red soil roofs. Close-ups reveal a humanistic texture. 5. Drone Options (Optional) If you have time, fly a drone for a magnificent panoramic view of the earth buildings and mountains (ensure stable signal). Yangchan's charm lies in its untouched, original feel. Half a day is short, but enough to experience the wonder of the "Southern Anhui Potala Palace" and the poetry of mountain life!