My favorite travel destination in Jiangxi so far!!! National Geographic didn't lie to me.

Travel guide and personal opinion on Wuyuan Huangling: Basic Information - Location: Huangling Village, 346 Xiangdao, Jiangwan Town, Wuyuan County, Shangrao City, Jiangxi Province. - Opening hours: Generally 07:30–17:30, subject to change according to seasons and holidays. - Ticket information: Ticket and round-trip cable car cost about CNY 145. Transportation - External transportation: You can fly to Jingdezhen, Huangshan, or Shangrao Airport, and then transfer to Wuyuan. You can also take a high-speed train to Wuyuan Station, where you can take a bus to Huangling. The bus fare is CNY 19, and the journey takes about 50 minutes. - Internal transportation: The scenic area is mainly accessible by foot, with stone paths connecting the various attractions. Best Time to Visit - Spring (March–May): The temperature is pleasant, and you can enjoy the rapeseed flowers, peach blossoms, pear blossoms, etc. The sea of flowers in March and April is spectacular. - Autumn (September–November): This is the best time to enjoy the autumn harvest and red maple leaves. Crops are harvested from September, and the maple leaves turn red from early November to mid-December. Attractions - Autumn Harvest: The Autumn Harvest Workshop, Wuguitang Viewing Platform, and Patriotic Wall are classic check-in spots, where you can see chili peppers, corn, pumpkins, etc. drying on bamboo sieves. - Huaxi Water Street: This street is modeled after the "Little Lijiang" water town, with cascading water features and a rainforest at the water's edge that looks like a green fairyland. - Tianjie: This ancient street is lined with shops and residences, where you can experience the charm of an ancient town. - Folk Museum: This museum has many old village artifacts, with exquisite wood and stone carvings. Food Recommendations - Local dishes: Steamed pork with rice flour is soft and glutinous, fatty but not greasy; tofu pudding is smooth and tender, with a rich aroma; clear stewed red fish is tender and fresh, with a delicious broth. - Local snacks: Steamed cakes are soft and fluffy, with a variety of flavors; Qingming cakes are made with mugwort leaves and other ingredients, with a variety of fillings; fried lanterns are crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, with a salty and fragrant taste. Accommodation Recommendations - Autumn Harvest Inn: This inn has a retro Republic of China style and is located in the core area of the scenic area, with a professional butler service. - Tianjie Hotel: This hotel is located on the snack street in the scenic area, with a business-style room and a terrace room with a view of the terraces. - Shishanju: This hotel is located at a high altitude, with large, high-quality view rooms or themed rooms, with large floor-to-ceiling windows or balconies. Travel Routes - Classic Route: Visitor Center → Tianjie → Zhongwu Square → Wuguitang → Xikou Bridge → Hongfeng Lake → Huqiao Yiai → Autumn Harvest House → Zhushan Academy → Wujiao Tianjie Pavilion → Turtle Overlook → Wunv Peak Platform → Terrace Viewing Platform → Cable Car Downhill. - 2-Day, 1-Night Off-Peak Route: Arrive and check in at noon on the first day, lunch → Ancestral Hall Square → Folk Museum → Zhushan Academy → Liushuntang → Zhongwu Square → Autumn Workshop → Dinner → Night Tour; breakfast on the second day → Photography Bar → Autumn Harvest Platform → Wuguitang → Autumn Workshop → Patriotic Wall → Departure. Personal Opinion Wuyuan Huangling is a unique tourist destination. From a landscape perspective, the autumn harvest landscape of Huangling is unique, with the staggered Hui-style buildings and colorful crops complementing each other, creating a picturesque rural landscape that gives people a strong sense of rural life. Huaxi Water Street adds a touch of beauty, creating a fresh and elegant atmosphere. The ancient villages here are well-preserved, with ancient buildings full of historical charm, and every stone slab and wood or stone carving seems to tell a story of the past. From a cultural experience perspective, participating in autumn harvest activities, watching intangible cultural heritage performances, and experiencing traditional handicrafts can give people an in-depth understanding of local folk culture and the charm of traditional culture. In terms of food, Wuyuan's specialty dishes and snacks have unique flavors that can satisfy tourists' taste buds. However, Huangling can be crowded during peak tourist seasons, which may affect the travel experience. It is recommended to plan your itinerary in advance and visit during off-peak times. Some consumption prices in the scenic area are relatively high, so tourists can choose according to their needs. Overall, Wuyuan Huangling is a place worth visiting, where photography enthusiasts, culture seekers, and leisure vacationers can all find their own fun and inspiration.