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Jade Dust Waterfall, Qiong Branches Covering the Mountains! Come capture the winter-exclusive romance of Cuihua Mountain~

📣 The first snow of Qinling has arrived! The "ice and snow wonderland" just 1 hour drive from Xi'an, make sure to keep this winter-exclusive Cuihua Mountain guide! --- ❄️【Snow Scenery Highlights: Winter-Exclusive Wonderland】 · Tianchi Ice Lake: After snow, the lake surface freezes, reflecting snowy mountains and mist. Walking along the lake feels like stepping into an ink painting. The "snow mountain reflecting on ice lake" spot easily produces stunning photos. · Ice Cave Wonder: Natural ice cave + wind cave with crystal-clear ice pillars, under lights it looks like a dreamy crystal palace (constant temperature inside, warmer than outside!). · Rime Secret Realm: Rime hanging on branches in the forest, jade trees and Qiong branches like a fairy tale world, best viewed 1-3 days after snow. · Mountain Collapse Stone Sea: Huge rocks covered with snow like a "frosted black forest," an industrial style colliding with snow scenery creating a perfect photo spot. --- 🚗【Transportation Guide: Budget and Worry-Free Version】 · Self-drive: Navigate to "Cuihua Mountain Scenic Area Parking Lot," about 1 hour from Xi'an. Some road sections may be icy after snow, anti-slip chains recommended. · Public Transit: Take Metro Line 2 to Weiqu South Station → transfer to scenic area shuttle bus/public bus 335 (last bus at 16:30, watch the time!). --- 🗺️【Route Recommendations: Lazy vs Hardcore】 · Zen Snow Viewing Line (3 hours): Scenic area entrance → shuttle bus to Tianchi (20 RMB) → play on the ice lake and take photos → warm up at the ice wind cave → descend. · Deep Snow Play Line (5 hours): Hiking up → Tianchi → ice wind cave → Cuihua Peak (chance to see sea of clouds/snow-covered pines) → challenge the frozen stone sea. --- 📸【Photo Guide: Instantly Create Stunning Shots】 1. Tianchi Lakeside: Use the ice lake + snowy mountains as background, wear red/white clothes to highlight the subject. 2. Ice Cave Entrance: Use ice pillars as a frame for a glacier exploration vibe. 3. Rime Forest Trail: Yifangyuan Trail "ice and snow tunnel," shoot rime’s crystal effect with side backlight. --- ⚠️【Safety Tips: Life-Saving Essentials】 · Clothing: Anti-slip hiking shoes + crampons (some icy sections), down jacket + gloves + hat (mountain top is 5-8℃ colder than city). · Supplies: Thermos with hot water, power bank (cold drains battery fast), chocolate for energy. · Notes: Do not step on thin ice on the lake, follow warning signs on steep sections, beginners advised to go with companions. --- 🎿【Bonus Activities: Ice and Snow + More】 · Ski Experience: Cuihua Mountain Ski Resort (equipment included), 800-meter slope friendly for beginners, romantic night sessions. · Hot Spring Healing: After descending, head straight to Dongda Hot Spring / Lantian Tangyu, 20 minutes by car for an "ice and fire" experience. --- 🌟Guide Keywords: Snow Scenery Exclusive · Few People Beautiful Scenery · Near Xi'an · Ice and Snow Wonderland Snow waits for no one, quickly save this guide, tag your photo buddy, and unlock Cuihua Mountain’s exclusive winter romance!
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