The seriously underrated fairy mountain is a hidden gem right next to Huangshan

When it comes to Anhui tourism, 99% of people immediately think of Huangshan🏔️ BUT! Just 40 kilometers north of Huangshan lies a Taoist fairy mountain that even locals often overlook—Qiyun Mountain! Historically known as "Baiyue," it is one of the four famous Taoist mountains on par with Huangshan~ 【A Lesser-Known Taoist Mountain with a Fairy Aura】🧚‍♀️ 📍Location: Qiyun Mountain Town, Xiuning County, Huangshan City, Anhui Province 🎫Tickets: Off-season 55 RMB / Peak season 68 RMB 🕒Opening Hours: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Qiyun Mountain, overshadowed by Huangshan’s brilliance, is truly a fairyland fallen to earth!🌸 After the rain clears, standing on the summit surrounded by mist, it feels like a 3D fairyland filter is naturally applied! Every snap looks like a blockbuster shot📸 The Huizhou-style villages hidden in the sea of clouds are even more magical than a fairyland! 【Perfect 2 Days 1 Night Itinerary】 🌈Day 1⃣️ 🏨Accommodation Recommendation: Qiyun Mountain Yuehua Resort Hotel (right at the foot of the mountain, super convenient!) 🌉Afternoon Check-in: Dengfeng Ancient Bridge (a national-level cultural relic over 400 years old) 🚣‍♀️Special Experience: Bamboo rafting on Hengjiang River 🌃Evening Must-Do: Night tour of Qiyun Town (free intangible cultural heritage performances + fireworks show!) 🌈Day 2⃣️ 🚠Way up the mountain: Recommended to take the cable car (time-saving and effortless) ⛰️Hiking Route: Wangxian Tower ➡️ Zhenxian Cave Mansion ➡️ Cliff Carvings ➡️ Yuehua Sky Street Xianglu Peak ➡️ Taisu Palace ➡️ Xiaohutian ➡️ Yuxu Palace Wulao Peak ➡️ Ziyun Pass ➡️ Fangla Village ➡️ Danxia Corridor (The whole route takes about 4-5 hours, remember to wear comfortable shoes👟) 【Top 3 Must-Visit Attractions】 1⃣️Yuxu Palace: A palace embedded in the Danxia cliff, where you can also see authentic works by Tang Bohu!🏯 2⃣️Cliff Carvings: The 9-meter-high "Longevity" character inscribed by Zhu Xi is a must for photos📸 3⃣️Xiaohutian: The legendary place where Lü Dongbin practiced alchemy, also home to dinosaur footprint fossils🦖 ✨Tips: 1. Best Seasons: Spring and Autumn (March-May / September-November) 2. Transportation: 40 minutes by taxi from Huangshan North Station 3. Essentials to Bring: Sunscreen + Power bank + Hiking shoes Such a fairy-like hidden gem, hurry to bookmark and check it out before the crowds arrive!💕 Don’t forget to tag me in your perfect photos~