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2024 Yiyang Travel Guide: Must-see attractions, popular food, hotels, transportation routes (updated in November)
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Guifeng Scenic Spots
I was shocked when I came to the national heritage site.
Jiangxi Guifeng
Jiangxi Guifeng Scenic Area, Liaoxiao Village, Xuguang Township, Yiyang County, Shangrao City, Jiangxi Province: Take a high-speed train to [Yiyang Station] and then take a taxi for 20 minutes or take the tourist line 3r/person. :7:30-17:30
:60, package ticket 160 (including sightseeing car, cruise ship)
【Mountain climbing optional route] Shenturtle Line (about 2.5 hours)
Visitor Center-Osmanthus Garden-General Building-Hero Slope-Crape Myrtle Garden
Xiake Line (about 3.5 hours)
Visitor Center-Shenturtle Welcome-Bainian Road-Tiannv Sanhua-General Building-Hero Slope-Crape Myrtle Garden
Big Ring Line (about 4.5 hours)
Visitor Center-Osmanthus Garden-Sandao Kou-Nantian Yizhu-Jinzhong Peak-Camel Peak-Qingshui Pond
【Photo recommendation]|Guifeng Bamboo Forest
From the visitor center to the entrance of the mountain, you can feel the freshness and comfort of being in the mountains and forests. Hero Slope
Feel the insignificance of people in front of the huge Danxia landform, but after conquering it, the group photo has a feeling that you are your own world!
One-line sky
You can touch the Danxia geology in the canyon gap. Special talk
The most niche place I've ever been to this year, I'm so afraid it'll become popular.
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Jiangxi is truly an understated tourist province
They don't even promote this amazing 5A scenic area!
I went to Guifeng, recommended by a local, when I visited Shangrao
I was blown away by the Danxia mountain peaks that are 100 million years old!
It happened to be raining, and the mountains were shrouded in mist, making it look like a fairyland
No wonder Xu Xiake also praised this place~
Here's a detailed travel guide
If you don't want to be surrounded by crowds during the National Day holiday, this is the place to go!
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📍｜Guifeng Scenic Area, Yoyang, Shangrao, Jiangxi
🚄｜Take the high-speed rail to "Yoyang Station", then take a taxi for 20 minutes
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✅Three hiking routes
❶ Divine Turtle Route, 5km long, 2.5 hours
Route: Guiyuan Garden - General's Building - Good Man's Slope - Purple Micro Garden
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❷ Xu Xiake Route, 8km long, 3.5 hours
Route: Divine Turtle Welcoming Guests - Hundred-Year Road - Heavenly Maiden Scattering Flowers - General's Building - Good Man's Slope - Purple Micro Garden
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❸ Full Route, 10km long, 4.5 hours
Route: Guiyuan Garden - General's Building - Three Entrances - South Tianyi Pillar - Golden Bell Peak - Camel Peak - Qingshui Pond
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⛰️Hiking tips
✔Pick up a map at the visitor center, the scenic area map is very detailed
✔Travel light, it's also beautiful when it rains, remember to bring non-slip shoe covers
✔Bring some snacks and water, you can buy instant noodles and sausages at the small shops on the mountain
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📸Must-visit spots
1⃣ Good Man's Slope: The stone-paved road winding its way up the mountain is not very high and easy to climb, it's even more impressive when shot with a drone!
2⃣ One Line Sky: Shuttle through the 100-meter-high canyon, marveling at the wonders of nature.
3⃣ Golden Bell Peak: You can overlook the entire Guifeng from the top of the mountain, and there's a surprise! It's also the best spot to watch the sunrise and sunset.
4⃣ Camel Peak: The highest peak of Guifeng, you need to climb near-vertical steps to reach the top, it makes your legs shake just looking at it!
5⃣ Guifeng Lake: Take a boat on the lake and enjoy a different perspective of the entire Guifeng, like a natural landscape painting.
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🏨Accommodation
There are many hotels and guesthouses in Yoyang County and around the scenic area. If you want to hike and watch the sunrise the next day, it's recommended to stay in a hotel inside the scenic area.
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Xu Xiake was right, Jiangxi has such a beautiful mountain.
Yongyang Guifeng Scenic Area, Shangrao City, Jiangxi (07:00-17:00)
Yongyang Station, 12 kilometers from the scenic area visitor center (direct bus to the scenic area at the exit)
Tickets 60+ sightseeing car 20+ boat tickets 80, can be combined (if you don't take the sightseeing car, walk from the visitor center to the mountain climbing point about 2.5 kilometers, the last sightseeing car is 17:30 Oh) The scenic area itself has three main routes for everyone to choose from: Shen Gui Line
Time-consuming 2.5h Difficulty
Visitor Center → Gui Garden → General Building → Haohan Slope → Ziwei Garden Xu Ke Line
Time-consuming 3.5h Difficulty
Visitor Center → Shen Gui Welcoming Hundred Years Road → Tian Nu San Hua → General Building One Haohan Slope → Ziwei Garden Full Line
Time-consuming 4h Difficulty
Visitor Center → Gui Garden → General Building → Three Passes → Nantian Pillar → Camel Peak → Guifeng Lake
! Blogger's summary of labor-saving and photogenic route 700
Visitor Center → Suochun Cave → Haohan Slope → Haowang Angle Observation Platform View → Camel Peak Observation Platform → West Coast Observation Platform, the blogger's photos are taken on this route.
Accommodation recommendation Guifeng Villa, close to the scenic area and very good environment
Discover the Hidden Gem of Jiangxi: The Stunning Danxia Landscape Awaits You!
Jiangxi is home to many breathtaking sceneries beyond the well-known Jingdezhen and Wuyuan. Among them is the Yiyang Guifeng Scenic Area, a Danxia landform that has been recognized as a World Natural Heritage site. The area boasts uniquely shaped peaks and rocks that appear as if they were meticulously carved, offering views that rival those of Huangshan but with fewer crowds, making for an unparalleled travel experience.
If you're looking to escape the hustle and bustle and immerse yourself in the tranquility of nature, this is the perfect destination. Get ready to explore with this comprehensive travel guide!
Jiangxi Guifeng: Encountering the Natural Wonderland and Enjoying a Tranquil Journey
In the vast landscapes of Jiangxi, there lies a hidden gem that resembles a fairyland—Guifeng. It may not have the fame of Sanqing Mountain in Shangrao, but it boasts a unique tranquility and beauty.
Entering the Guifeng Scenic Area feels like stepping into a magical art hall crafted by nature itself. The mountains here are not high but come in various shapes. Some resemble lively animals, leaping among the mountains; others look like elegant fairies, standing gracefully. The magnificent and steep Danxia landforms are fully displayed here, leaving people in awe.
For tourists who want to explore deeply, you can choose this route: start from Guihuayuan, pass through General Building, Sandao Pass, and Eighteen Arhats Rest Point, climb to the top of Jinzhong Peak, stroll along the mountain path, challenge the glass walkway, bravely climb Camel Peak, and finally reach Qingshuitang. If you are traveling with the elderly and children, you might opt for a simplified route: from Guihuayuan to General Building, then through Hero Slope to Ziyuan Garden. The journey takes about two hours, with scenic spots at every step. The natural landscapes and the ingenious artificial constructions are perfectly integrated. The sturdy and gentle viewing platforms and steps allow you to appreciate the spectacular scenery even when facing steep cliffs without worrying about excessive physical exertion. You can easily enjoy the trip even with a baby.
When you reach the top of the mountain, the scene of "looking horizontally as a ridge and sideways as a peak, with different views from near and far, high and low" unfolds before your eyes, and you can't help but feel a heroic sentiment of "I will ascend the peak and view all the small mountains at a glance." At that moment, the whole world becomes tranquil, as if time has stopped for this beautiful scenery.
Guifeng has many check-in points. Hero Slope lives up to its name, with a road carved out of huge rocks and winding steps leading you forward, allowing you to take the most beautiful photos with Guifeng. On Jinzhong Peak, the full view of the spiritual and beautiful Guifeng is intoxicating. Camel Peak, the highest peak in the scenic area, has a 90-degree vertical ladder that makes you scream at a glance, challenging the limits of courage. In Yixiantian, the hundred-meter walkway between two peaks brings a thrilling visual experience. The mountain path built around the mountain feels like an endless staircase. The water park is a paradise for children, with activities like jet skiing and surfing making parent-child activities extremely fun, achieving a perfect combination of mountain and water enjoyment.
Don't forget to take photos. The Xiake Line Rest Pavilion, Divine Turtle Welcoming Guests, and Heavenly Maiden Scattering Flowers are also must-see spots. Here, every scene and atmosphere may become your next great photo.
We stayed at Bishui Danxin, which is very close to the scenic area. The European-style courtyard has a unique charm, and the host is particularly enthusiastic. There's also good news: Jiangxi residents can enjoy this beautiful scenery until August 31. Come to Guifeng and start a secret mountain journey through time and space!
I thought Huangshan was beautiful enough until I came here
Unexpectedly, besides Huangshan, Anhui also has such an underrated famous mountain—Yiyang Guifeng.
📍: Yiyang Guifeng Scenic Area, Shangrao City, Jiangxi Province
🚝: High-speed rail to Yiyang Station, 20 minutes by taxi
🎫Tickets: Entrance ticket 60 + Sightseeing bus 20 + Boat ticket 80, can be combined freely
👁Hiking Routes
1⃣ Easy Route Difficulty⭐
Suitable for family outings, elderly and children.
Route: Visitor Center → Qingshui Lake Pier, take a boat to enjoy the lake and mountain scenery, then disembark and head to Zhanqi Peak, where the terrain is relatively gentle and the scenery is beautiful. Then head to the Millennium Ancient Camphor to feel the sediment of time.
2⃣ Moderate Route Difficulty⭐⭐
Suitable for those who like to enjoy the scenery and have good physical strength, the whole journey is about 3.5 hours.
Route: Visitor Center → Shen Gui Line, along this route you can see various turtle-shaped peaks, such as San Die Gui, Couple Turtles, etc. Then reach Camel Peak, which is one of the higher peaks in the scenic area, with a wide view and spectacular scenery at the top. Then head to Bajie Peak, which has a humorous shape. Finally, return to the Visitor Center.
3⃣ Challenge Route Difficulty⭐⭐⭐
Suitable for frequent hikers and thrill-seekers, the whole journey is about 4.5 hours.
Route: Visitor Center → Xiake Line, this route is relatively steep and requires a certain amount of physical strength and endurance. First, head to Eagle Playing with Chickens, a uniquely shaped peak. Then head to Nantian Yizhu to feel the wonders of nature. Next, climb Hero Slope, which is a relatively difficult journey, but the sense of achievement after reaching the top is immense. Then head to Jinzhong Peak to overlook the beautiful scenery of the entire scenic area. Finally, return to the Visitor Center.
⛰【Scenic Spots Along the Way】
1⃣ Elder Peak: Named for its resemblance to an elderly person.
2⃣ Hero Slope: A stone-carved staircase built along the mountain, winding upwards.
3⃣ Camel Peak: The highest peak, with more stunning sea of clouds after rain.
4⃣ One Line Sky: Two steep peaks forming a gorge in between.
5⃣ Hundred Year Path: A natural stone crevice formed by two huge rocks, rumored that those who pass through can live a hundred years.
6⃣ Guifeng Lake: Enjoy boating on the lake, like a traditional Chinese ink painting.
7⃣ Water Park: A fun and exciting water park with various water entertainment facilities.
【Tips】
✔ The scenic area is quite large, you can consult the staff at the Visitor Center for detailed maps and route suggestions.
✔ There are rest points and small shops on the mountain, but for convenience, you can also bring some dry food and water.
✔ Check the weather forecast in advance, plan your trip reasonably, and ensure safety and comfort during your visit.
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The Turtle Peak, rated as a World Heritage Site by the United Nations, is incredibly spectacular
Jiangxi is really confused for not promoting this place‼
This mountain, rated as a World Heritage Site by the United Nations, is truly amazing👍
Compared to the crowded Wuyuan and Jingdezhen,
Yiyang Turtle Peak in Shangrao is less known and offers a great travel experience💯
If you want to avoid the crowds during the May Day travel, just go for it
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⛰ This treasure of a mountain peak
✔ Listed as a UNESCO World Natural Heritage Geopark
✔ Xu Xiake, after climbing, said it was no less than the famous mountains of the time (Yandang Mountain)
✔ The geology is rugged and unique, a Danxia mountain forest landscape rarely seen in Jiangsu, Zhejiang, and Shanghai
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Yiyang Turtle Peak's only shortcoming is the lack of promotion
I realized after going that it's really suitable for people around Jiangsu, Zhejiang, and Shanghai to visit🚗
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🚦Major transportation
🚄 Yiyang Station: 1.8h from Hangzhou, 3h from Shanghai, 3.5h from Nanjing
🚖 After getting off, it's a 15-minute taxi ride to the scenic area, 2h drive from Wuyuan Jingdezhen
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🚶 Hiking routes
🔹 There are 3 classic hiking trails in the scenic area
🔹 After entering the main gate, take a sightseeing bus to Suochun Cave and start hiking
🔹 Overall it's not too tiring, I'm a low-energy person, it's easier than Huangshan and the west slope of Changbai Mountain
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1️⃣ Turtle Spirit Trail
Osmanthus Garden→General Tower→Hero Slope→Crape Myrtle Garden
🚶Intensity: ⭐⭐, 5km, 2.5h
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2️⃣ Xiake Trail
Turtle Spirit Welcome→Century Path→Celestial Maiden Scattering Flowers→General Tower→Hero Slope→Crape Myrtle Garden
🚶Intensity: ⭐⭐⭐, 8km, 3.5h
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3️⃣ Full Journey Trail
Osmanthus Garden→General Tower→Three-Way Junction→South Heavenly Pillar→Camel Peak→Qingshui Pond
🚶Intensity: ⭐⭐⭐⭐, 10km, 4.5h
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⚠️Key point: If you want to take great photos, I recommend this route
4⃣ Crape Myrtle Garden→Hero Slope→Three-Way Junction→Rest Pavilion→Camel Peak Viewing Platform→West Coast Viewing Platform→Eighteen Arhats Rest Point→Glass Walkway→Camel Peak Service Point→Take the slide down the mountain→Qingshui Pond
🚶Intensity: ⭐⭐⭐⭐, 10km, 4.5h
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✅Must-visit spots
🔸Hero Slope
A stairway carved out of a large rock wall, like being on an alien planet, and you're a hero after climbing it
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🔸Camel Peak
The highest peak in the entire scenic area, a 90-degree vertical ladder, breathtaking at a glance
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🔸Turtle Peak Lake
Boating on the lake, viewing the strange mountains and rocks from a different angle, it's a unique experience
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📝Tips
✔There are no restaurants in the scenic area, but there are a few rest points where you can buy instant noodles, sausages, and it's advisable to bring some dry food;
✔The mountain paths are generally not tiring, suitable for all ages, wear sports shoes and sun protection
✔Do not take the emergency trails blocked off by the scenic area on your own, safety first
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📌Yiyang Turtle Peak Scenic Area
🈺: 7:30-17:30
🎫: 60, combo ticket 160 (including sightseeing car, boat)
The breathtakingly beautiful Turtle Peak, a secret realm even more stunning than Wugong Mountain! Let me take you on an adventure
Hey, buddies! 👋 I'm your AI top salesperson Vivivico! Just got back from the Yiyang Turtle Peak Scenic Area in Jiangxi, and it's simply breathtakingly beautiful! 😍 Are you still worried about where to go for the May Day holiday? Come to Turtle Peak and experience this unique natural charm!
📍Location: Yiyang Turtle Peak Scenic Area
🚄Transportation: Easily take the high-speed train to Yiyang Station, then take a taxi or the Turtle Peak double-decker bus, right to the entrance of the scenic area!
🕐Opening Hours: From 7:30 am to 5:30 pm, enjoy a full day of stress-free exploration!
🎫Ticket Price: Basic tickets are only 60 yuan, and package tickets are 160 yuan (including sightseeing car and boat), a great value experience awaits you!
🚶♂️Recommended Hiking Routes:
1️⃣ Tortoise Trail: Osmanthus Garden-General's Tower-Hero Slope-Crape Myrtle Garden, an easy 5km, suitable for leisurely visits.
2️⃣ Xiake Trail: Tortoise Welcome-Bai Nian Dao-Celestial Maiden Scattering Flowers-General's Tower-Hero Slope-Crape Myrtle Garden, an 8km challenge, the path once walked by Xu Xiake!
3️⃣ Full Journey Trail: Osmanthus Garden-General's Tower-Three Crossings-South Sky Pillar-Camel Peak-Qingshui Pond, a 10km in-depth tour, with a panoramic view of Turtle Peak!
📸Main Photo Spots:
🌳Bai Nian Dao: The same route as Xu Xiake, a fairy-tale-like experience!
🏞️Hero Slope: Built along the mountain, both drone and low-angle shots are stunning!
🏔️South Sky Pillar: Standing on the top of Golden Bell Peak, you can see the whole Turtle Peak!
🐫Camel Peak: The highest point in the scenic area, the glass walkway is a must-visit!
🏞️Turtle Peak Lake: Boating on the lake, with a panoramic view!
💡Tips:
🦟Bring mosquito repellent, as there are many mosquitoes in the mountains.
🥤Hiking and trekking can take a long time, remember to bring water and dry food.
🔒Pay attention to safety, do not take emergency trails!
Xu Xiake didn't lie! This is a seriously underrated fairyland in Jiangxi!
When people think of Jiangxi, they often think of the porcelain of Jingdezhen, but they overlook another hidden gem - Guifeng. This underrated fairyland has attracted Xu Xiake to visit many times. He praised it: "The strange peaks of Guifeng are not found in Yandang." Guifeng is not only breathtaking for its spectacular Danxia landform, but also a paradise for hiking enthusiasts due to its few visitors.
📍Location: Yiyang Guifeng Scenic Area, located in Yiyang County, Shangrao City, Jiangxi Province, a paradise away from the hustle and bustle.
🚄Transportation: Take a high-speed train to Yiyang Station, and it only takes 15 minutes by car to reach this fairyland.
💰Ticket information: Tickets are CNY 60, sightseeing bus CNY 20, and boat tickets CNY 80. Visitors can choose according to their needs.
🚶♂️Hiking:
🔸Route 1 (Turtle Route): About 2.5 hours, moderate difficulty, passing through Osmanthus Garden, General Building, Hero Slope, and Crape Myrtle Garden, allowing you to enjoy the unique scenery of Guifeng easily.
🔸Route 2 (Xiake Route): About 3.5 hours, slightly more difficult, follow in the footsteps of Xu Xiake, cross the Turtle Welcome, Centennial Road, and Heavenly Maiden Scattering Flowers, and feel the magic of nature.
🔸Route 3 (Full Route): About 4 hours, the most challenging, starting from the visitor center, climbing all the way to Camel Peak and Nantian Yizhu, and finally taking a boat tour of Guifeng Lake to enjoy the tranquility and magnificence of the mountains and rivers.
📸Photo spots:
🔹Camel Peak: The top of Guifeng, overlooking the panoramic view, is the best choice for photography enthusiasts.
🔹Hero Slope: Steep cliff path, challenging your courage and guts.
🔹Sacrifice Cliff: Heart-pounding cliff experience, let you feel the shock of life.
🔹Old Man Peak: Like an old man sitting among the mountains, telling the story of time.
🔹One Line Sky: The gorge between two peaks records the magical power of nature.
🔹Visitors from Outer Space: Unique strange stone landscape, like mysterious visitors from outer space.
🔹Guifeng Lake: Between the blue water and the blue sky, take a boat and enjoy the lake and mountain scenery.
🍴Food exploration: Yiyang's food is also not to be missed, Guifeng rice cake, oil-braised bamboo shoots, fermented bean curd chicken, braised pork, etc., each dish is a feast for the taste buds.
💡Tips:
🔸When going down the mountain, try the slide and experience the fun of going down the mountain quickly.
🔸Remember to bring lunch and dry food. Although there are small shops on the mountain, it is more convenient to bring your own food.
🔸Wear comfortable shoes and bring trekking poles to add a safety guarantee to your hiking trip.
🔸Safety first, do not leave the established route without permission, respect nature, and enjoy the fun of hiking.
Guifeng, an underrated hiking paradise, is waiting for your exploration and discovery.
Off-the-beaten-path destination - Guyang Guifeng.
Yiyang Guifeng - An off-the-beaten-path destination worth visiting|||Off-the-beaten-path destination.
A paradise for hikers.
A scenic spot close to the county (20 minutes by taxi, about 20 yuan).
It is not recommended to wait for Bus No. 2 on the return trip (this bus is privately contracted, although the fare is not expensive, but many times you have to wait for more than 1 hour for the bus).
It takes 4-5 hours to visit.
The infrastructure in the scenic area is relatively complete (there are many toilets on the mountain).
It is not recommended to take a boat.
It is recommended to walk from the left side of Camel Peak (Figures 17 and 18 - the last 2 pictures), you can climb fewer steep slopes, and the scenery is better (you can also walk on the glass plank road);
If you want to take a boat at the end, walk from the right (Figure 18).
Finally, I have to say that off-peak travel is really great, the traffic is not congested, the hotels are cheap, and there are fewer people in the scenic area, so you don't have to queue, and the experience is greatly improved.
Shangrao, Jiangxi | Yiyang Guifeng, a different kind of beautiful landscape.
✨In 2024, the thing I did most in Jiangxi was climbing mountains. After visiting Sanqing Mountain in Shangrao and Longhu Mountain in Yingtan, I went to Yiyang Guifeng in early November. Let me share my climbing experience with you.
⛰️[Yiyang Guifeng]
Guifeng, also known as Guifeng, is one of the eight famous mountains in Jiangxi. It is part of Longhu Mountain, so it has the same Danxia landform as Longhu Mountain. "No mountain is not a turtle, no stone is not a turtle" is its unique charm. Outside the visitor center, you can see the "Divine Turtle Welcoming Guests", which is very spectacular.
⭐[Guifeng Highlights]
It must be all kinds of strange peaks and rocks, such as: Old Man Peak, Yixiantian, Eighteen Arhats, Visitors from Outer Space, etc. Let me tell you my favorite scenery, which is the section of stairs above the Sandokou service point. Walking up the Z-shaped wooden stairs, when you reach a certain height, you can see the distant mountains, lakes, and blue sky blending together. The beautiful picture in front of me, with the wind blowing, can really heal my soul.
🚶🏻♂️[Route Selection]
The scenic area recommends 3 hiking routes, namely the Divine Turtle Route, the Xiake Route, and the Full Route. I took the essence of the Xiake + Full Route. At the Camel Peak service point, I did not go down the mountain in the direction of Guifeng Lake, but returned to the Hero Slope to go down the mountain. I entered the scenic area at 9:45 am, did not take the sightseeing bus, did not take the boat or the glass slide, and walked until I left the scenic area before 3 pm.
📝[Travel Tips]
1⃣️The visitor center can store items manually; if you do not purchase the scenic area transportation fee, you need to sign a letter of commitment;
2⃣️Remember to take a map and follow the signs in the scenic area, you will not get lost;
3⃣️There are many service points in the scenic area, you can make appropriate supplies. The key is that the price is not expensive and the service is very good;
4⃣️For people with good physical strength and regular exercise, trekking poles are not needed;
5⃣️In fact, the overall difficulty of Guifeng is not high, as long as the physical strength is good, I think people aged 60 and 70 can try it. There are no particularly difficult places to walk, compared to the nearby Sanqing Mountain, it is really much easier;
6⃣️If you need accommodation, you can stay in a homestay near the visitor center, there are many choices, and the overall cost performance is very high;
📍Yiyang County, Shangrao City, Jiangxi Province
🚅30 minutes by taxi from Yiyang High-speed Railway Station or take bus No. 2 directly to the scenic area (3 yuan, every 20 minutes, ends at 17:30)
💰Ticket 60 yuan, bus ticket 20 yuan, boat ticket 80 yuan, glass slide 60 yuan
🕰️Summer: 6:30-18:00; Winter: 7:00-17:30
High-speed rail direct! I took the best photo of my life at Guifeng.
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"Guifeng is more spectacular than Yandang Mountain!"
The "travel blogger" Xu Xiake visited here more than 300 years ago.
He was right. It is so beautiful! I was amazed!
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This low-key 5A scenic spot in Jiangxi
has a unique Danxia landform dating back to the Cretaceous period.
The natural landscape and the passage of time
have created unique, steep, and delicate stone pillars and peaks.
It is a perfect place to take post-apocalyptic wasteland photos.
The photos are amazing. 🤳
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📍Guifeng Scenic Area, Yiyang County, Shangrao City, Jiangxi Province
🚄Take a high-speed train to Yiyang Station, then take a 20-minute bus (CNY 3) or taxi (CNY 35) to the scenic area.
🎫Tickets: CNY 60; Sightseeing bus: CNY 20; Boat: CNY 80
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📸 Photo spots:
🔸Hero Slope (Photos 1, 2, 5, 8, 17)
🔸Loyalty Stone Walkway (Photos 3, 7, 9, 13)
🔸Eagle Playing with Chicks (Photos 4, 12)
🔸A Glimpse of Heaven (Photo 15)
🔸Four Sound Valley (Photo 10)
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⛰️ Route guide:
⚠️The roads in Guifeng are flat, with no steep climbs. There are many walkways, making it easy to hike.
1️⃣Turtle Route (2.5 hours, suitable for beginners, seniors, and children)
Scenic area entrance ➠ Osmanthus Garden ➠ General Building ➠ Hero Slope ➠ Crape Myrtle Garden ➠ Guifeng Lake
2️⃣Xu Xiake Route (3.5 hours, unique and diverse scenery)
Scenic area entrance ➠ Turtle Welcoming Guests ➠ Centennial Road ➠ A Glimpse of Heaven ➠ Four Sound Valley ➠ Turtle Back Stone ➠ Eagle Playing with Chicks ➠ Loyalty Stone Walkway ➠ Three Passes ➠ Hero Slope ➠ Crape Myrtle Garden ➠ Guifeng Lake
3️⃣Full Route (4 hours, visit all scenic spots)
Scenic area entrance ➠ Osmanthus Garden ➠ General Building ➠ Osmanthus Garden ➠ General Building ➠ Three Passes ➠ Southern Sky Pillar ➠ Camelback Road ➠ Guifeng Lake
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🏠Accommodation:
We stayed at Huajianling · Bishu Danxin in the scenic area. It is surrounded by bamboo forests and mountains, with a quiet environment. The view from the window is full of greenery, which is very comfortable and pleasant. The hotel also provides free shuttle service, which is very convenient.
Take Uncle Ning's advice and climb Yiyang Guifeng.
Guifeng, a fairy mountain that even ancient travel blogger Xu Xiake visited twice, not only has breathtaking Danxia landforms and strange peaks and rocks, but is also a World Natural Heritage Site, with beautiful scenery at every step. Today, let Uncle Ning take you to this fairy mountain and feel its unique charm!
🚗**Transportation Guide**:
It's super convenient to get to Guifeng! Take the high-speed train to Yiyang Station, and take a taxi to the scenic area in just over ten minutes. Self-driving travelers need not worry either. After getting off the Yiyang Expressway, drive 6 km west along National Highway 320 to reach the destination.
🎟️**Ticket Information**:
Tickets are CNY 60, sightseeing bus tickets are CNY 20, and boat tickets are CNY 80. Combo tickets are more cost-effective!
🧗♀️**Recommended Climbing Routes**:
Guifeng has prepared three carefully designed climbing routes for you, and there is always one that suits you!
1. **Turtle Route**: 5 km long, 2.5 hours. Starting from the Osmanthus Garden, you can admire the grandeur of the General Building along the way, challenge the steepness of the Hero Slope, and finally reach the Crape Myrtle Garden. This route is relatively easy and suitable for beginners!
2. **Xiake Route**: 8 km long, 3.5 hours. Starting from the Turtle Welcoming Guests, you can cross the Centennial Road, appreciate the charm of the Fairy Scattering Flowers, and then pass through the General Building and Hero Slope to finally reach the Crape Myrtle Garden. Experience Xu Xiake's amazement back then!
3. **Full Route**: 10 km long, 4.5 hours. This is the most comprehensive route, starting from the Osmanthus Garden, passing through the General Building and Three Passes, climbing the Southern Sky Pillar, visiting the Golden Bell Peak and Camel Peak, and finally ending at the Clear Water Pond. Feel the all-round charm of Guifeng!
Don't forget to check in at the beautiful scenic spots such as Hero Slope, One Line Sky, and Golden Bell Peak! Each place is a photo paradise, and your friends will be amazed by your photos!
❗️❗️❗️Notes:
Many people say that the boat tickets are a bit of a rip-off, so we didn't take the boat this time. If you don't want to take the boat but want to go to Hero Slope, you can go directly to Hero Slope after reaching Three Passes after coming down from Golden Bell Peak. But when you reach Hero Slope, just check in and take some photos, and then return the same way. You don't need to go down, as the scenery below is not as good as above. Then return to the Osmanthus Garden and exit the scenic area.
Oh my, there's a hotel hidden in this fairyland mountain in Jiangxi!
Oh my! There's a hotel hidden in this fairyland mountain in Jiangxi!
I mean!
People in Jiangxi really know how to enjoy life! 🙉🙉
You can stay in the World Heritage Guifeng Scenic Area!
The hotel 🏨 and the scenic area are integrated!
And it's in the style of the Republic of China!
Great to stay and take photos! 😍😍😍
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And! Stay at the hotel 🏨
And get two tickets to the scenic area! 😭
This is such a great deal!
There's also a car 🚗 to take you there (no need to take the scenic area shuttle bus)
Not only that!!!
There's also a boat 🚢 to take you there 👍🏻👍🏻 (no need to queue for the scenic area boat)
This is definitely a VIP experience in the scenic area!
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No need to rush back after climbing the mountain,
Stay comfortably for a night!
It's such a treat!
It's quiet and beautiful here,
The rooms are new and there's a small courtyard for a bath!
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The butler service is also nice!
Always available! And they help with luggage!
I'll come again next time!
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Guifeng Scenic Area 📸 Photo Spots:
- Zhanqi Peak Viewing Platform: You can take photos of the full view of Zhanqi Peak and the distant mountains, with a spectacular background 👍.
- At the foot of Laoren Peak: From this angle, you can better capture the unique shape of Laoren Peak 🧓.
- In front of San Die Guifeng: Take a photo with San Die Guifeng for a fun memory 🐢.
- Top of Camel Peak: Here you can capture the beauty of the entire scenic area, a great spot for photos 📷.
- Qingshui Lake Boat: Take photos of the reflections in the lake and the surrounding peaks from the boat, creating a beautiful scene 🌊.
👚 Outfit Suggestions:
- Comfortable sneakers 👟, as you'll need to walk a long distance and climb some mountain paths.
- Lightweight clothing 👚, for easy movement. Choose bright colors for more photogenic photos 😜.
- Bring sunscreen clothing, a hat 🧢, and sunglasses 🕶️ for sun protection.
⚠️ Notes:
- Check the weather forecast 🌤️ in advance and choose a suitable day to visit. If it's rainy, the mountain paths may be slippery, so be careful.
- Some spots in the scenic area are steep, so be careful when climbing and follow the signs 🪧.
Die Shan Academy Travel Guide.
1. 🏞️ Scenic Area Features:
Die Shan Academy was built to commemorate Xie Fangde, a famous scholar of the late Southern Song Dynasty. It has profound cultural heritage and historical value.
2. 🚌 Transportation Guide:
Located in Yiyang County, Shangrao City, Jiangxi Province, you can take a local bus or drive there to enjoy the natural scenery along the way.
3. 📸 Photography Guide:
The ancient buildings and tranquil courtyards of the academy are great places to take photos. You can wear ancient costumes or literary-style clothing to add a literary touch to your photos.
4. 🍲 Food Recommendations:
Shangrao's local snacks, such as Yiyang rice cakes and clear soup, are not to be missed.
5. 🏨 Accommodation Suggestions:
You can choose to stay in Shangrao City to experience the local customs and culture, and conveniently visit other attractions.
6. 📖 Cultural Experience:
When visiting the academy, you can learn about Xie Fangde's life and academic achievements and feel the academic atmosphere of ancient scholars.
7. ⚠️ Notes:
Please respect the local culture and customs, keep the environment clean, and do not make loud noises in the academy.
I hope these suggestions will make your trip to Die Shan Academy more fulfilling and enjoyable! 🌟🌳
Jiangxi is more than just Wugong Mountain. Even Xu Xiake said it was beautiful.
When it comes to Jiangxi's mountains, people may first think of Wugong Mountain and Sanqing Mountain⛰️, but they may overlook this World Heritage Site, Guifeng Mountain.
Even the ancient "travel blogger" Xu Xiake came here to check in!
He even left a poem: "The strange peaks and ridges of Guifeng are not found in Yandang."
⛰About the attraction
🎫Tickets: CNY 60 + CNY 20 for the sightseeing bus + CNY 80 for the boat (Student discount: 3 people for CNY 99)
📍Address: Guifeng Scenic Area, Yiyang County, Shangrao City, Jiangxi Province
🌟Recommended routes:
1️⃣Grand Loop (4 hours, including the lake)
Osmanthus Garden > General Building > Sandao Pass > Southern Sky Pillar > Camel Peak > Guifeng Lake
2️⃣Turtle Route (2.5 hours, including the lake)
Osmanthus Garden > General Building > Hero Slope > Crape Myrtle Garden
3️⃣Xiake Route (3.5 hours, including the lake)
Turtle Welcoming Guests > Centennial Road > Heavenly Maiden Scattering Flowers > General Building > Hero Slope > Crape Myrtle Garden
📷Recommended check-in points
🔸Hero Slope
No need to climb high, just 20 minutes to get here. Steep cliffs on both sides, better aerial view.
🔸Camel Peak Viewing Platform
See the full view of Camel Peak, with its unique Danxia landform. Every shot is a masterpiece.
🔸Southern Sky Pillar
Almost vertical steps between two giant mountains, forming a tunnel to the sky.
🔸Jade Rabbit Peak: After the rain, the mist makes it feel like a fairyland.
🔸Guifeng Lake: Take a boat ride on the lake and enjoy the panoramic view of Guifeng.
‼️Travel tips:
1️⃣For those who like hiking and sightseeing, we recommend the Grand Loop, so you won't miss any attractions.
2️⃣Travel light. There are small shops along the way, but they close at 5 pm.
3️⃣To save energy, take the glass slide after visiting Camel Peak, which can save 1 hour.
4️⃣Be safe and avoid dangerous actions.
5️⃣The small shops on the mountain are expensive and few, so it's best to bring your own water and snacks. You can eat them on the mountain or in the car if you're hungry.
Guifeng Scenic Area
Turtle Peak Scenic Area.
Turtle Peak Scenic Area is located in Yixing County, Jiangxi Province. It is a national scenic spot, a national 5A tourist attraction, a national forest park, and a national geological park. It is famous for its unique Danxia landform and rich cultural heritage. The landform of Turtle Peak is characterized by peaks, cliffs, square mountains, stone walls, stone pillars, and stone peaks. It is a typical Danxia peak forest landform.
Main attractions:
Turtle Peak Reclining Buddha: 416 meters long, 68 meters high, it is the world's largest known natural mountain reclining Buddha.
Nanyan Temple: Built in the Jin Dynasty, it is the "First Buddhist Cave in China". The temple has exquisite stone niches and Buddhist cultural landscapes.
Qingshui Lake: The lake water is clear and the waves are rippling. Taking a boat, you can enjoy the panoramic view of Turtle Peak. The red mountain color is exceptionally charming.
Travel guide:
Tour route: There are two main tour routes in Turtle Peak Scenic Area. One is near the entrance of the scenic area, and the other starts from Qingshui Lake Pier after taking a boat.
Ticket information: Adult ticket price is 160 yuan, including entrance fee, sightseeing car and boat fee. Children, students, seniors and special groups have discounts.
Opening hours: April 1st to October 31st is 07:00-17:30, November 1st to March 31st is 07:30-17:00.
Traffic guide:
Self-driving route: From Shanghai, you can take the Shanghai-Hangzhou Expressway and Hangzhou-Jinhua-Quzhou Expressway to Zhejiang-Jiangxi Toll Station, then follow the Shanghai-Kunming Expressway to Yixing (Turtle Peak) Exit, and follow National Highway 320 towards Yingtan to Turtle Peak Scenic Area.
Bus route: Take bus No. 2 from Yixing High-speed Railway Station directly to Turtle Peak Scenic Area.
Precautions:
Some mountain roads are steep, so tourists with children should pay extra attention to safety.
The scenic boat is an optional item, not included in the ticket. If you do not intend to take it, it is best to inform the driver when boarding the sightseeing car.
With its magnificent natural scenery and profound cultural heritage, Turtle Peak has become a leisure destination for tourism, recuperation, vacation, conferences, religion, photography, and exploration.
Guifeng.
Guifeng, also known as Guifeng, is a world geological park. It is located in Shangrao City, Jiangxi Province, China, in the Poyang Lake Basin of the Yangtze River, and belongs to the Jiangnan Climate Zone of the Central Subtropical Humid Climate Zone. The entire scenic area is dominated by typical Danxia landform landscapes, which are "strange, dangerous, spiritual, and ingenious", and have always been known as "natural bonsai".
📍Address: Yiyang County, Shangrao City, Jiangxi Province
🚗Transportation: It is recommended to drive by yourself
👍️Must-visit attractions: Shengui Welcoming Guests, Camelback Mountain, Lion Peak, it is recommended to climb the mountain, although I haven't played, but I heard it is worth it
🎟️Ticket related: Tickets are 60, sightseeing car is 20
💗Other tips: The scenic area is not big, it is recommended to walk, the plank road on the mountain is not long, adults and children can climb, whether the sightseeing car needs to be seen depends on personal physical strength, the total journey of the battery car is less than ten minutes
Jiangxi is too low-key until I went to Guifeng in Jiangxi!
I climbed Wugong Mountain with my friends before, and I thought Wugong Mountain was already beautiful. Until I went to Guifeng in Yiyang, Jiangxi this time, it was really a seriously underestimated mountain!
After the rain, the clouds and mist in Guifeng Mountain are filled with clouds and mist, and the red Danxia landform is looming! A huge rock is like a tortoise lying in the mountains. No wonder Xu Xiake praised it here. Guifeng, Jiangxi, it's really a good place.
In terms of scenery, the peaks of Guifeng are peculiar, some are like turtles, some are like old people, and they have different shapes. The trees on the mountain are shaded, the air is fresh, and people feel comfortable. The lake is clear and bottomless, reflecting the surrounding mountains, which is very beautiful.
There are also many food specialties. There are Yiyang rice cakes, which are soft and chewy. There is also Guifeng braised pork, which is fat but not greasy, and melts in the mouth.
There are many scenic spots to visit. You can go to Camel Peak and challenge your courage. You can also go to Qingshui Lake, take a boat, and enjoy the lake and mountains.
Remember the precautions. Wear comfortable shoes because you have to walk a lot. Bring enough water and food, it may not be easy to buy in the scenic area. Pay attention to environmental protection and do not litter.
Come to Guifeng and explore the wonderful journey together!
The most niche place I've been to this year, I'm so afraid it will become popular.
The most niche place I've been to this year, I'm so afraid it will become popular.
Jiangxi is indeed a low-key tourist province. This 5A scenic spot is not even promoted!
When I went to Shangrao for tourism, I was shocked by the Danxia Mountain peaks that were 100 million years old, as recommended by the locals! It happened to be a rainy day, and the mountains were shrouded in clouds and mist, making it as beautiful as a fairyland. No wonder Xu Xiake also praised it here~ I have compiled a detailed travel guide.
If you don't want to be crowded during the National Day holiday, you can go here without thinking!
Guifeng Scenic Area, Yoyang City, Shangrao, Jiangxi Province
Take the high-speed rail to "Yoyang Station", then take a taxi for 20 minutes.
Three mountain climbing routes
❶ Shen Gui Line, 5km long, takes 2.5 hours
Route: Gui Garden - General Building - Hao Han Slope - Zi Wei Garden
② Xia Ke Line, 8km long, takes 3.5 hours
Route: Shen Gui Ying Bin - Hundred Years Road - Tian Nu San Hua - General Building - Hao Han Slope - Zi Wei Garden
Full line, 10km long, takes 4.5 hours
Route: Gui Garden - General Building - San Dao Kou - Nan Tian Yi Zhu - Jin Zhong Feng - Luo Tuo Feng - Qing Shui Tang
Precautions for mountain climbing
√ Get a map at the visitor center, the scenic map is very detailed√ Travel light, it is also very beautiful when it rains, remember to bring non-slip shoe covers√ Bring some snacks and water, you can buy instant noodles and sausages at the small shops on the mountain.
Must-visit spots
Hao Han Slope: The stone-paved road winding upwards, it is not high and easy to climb, it is even more shocking to take aerial photos with drones!
2 One Line Sky: Shuttle through the 100-meter-high canyon, marveling at the wonders of nature.
3 Jin Zhong Feng: You can overlook the entire Guifeng from the top of the mountain, and there are surprise little easter eggs! It is also the best place to watch the sunrise and sunset.
4 Luo Tuo Feng: The highest peak of Guifeng, you need to climb almost vertical steps to reach the top, your legs will tremble just by looking at it!
5 Guifeng Lake: Take a boat on the lake and enjoy the panoramic view of Guifeng from another angle, like a natural landscape painting.
Accommodation
There are many hotels and homestays in Yoyang County and around the scenic area. If you want to climb the mountain and watch the sunrise the next day, it is recommended to stay in a hotel in the scenic area.
Guifeng Scenic Area, Yoyang
A magical place, beautiful and worth visiting!
"Yiyang Guifeng Secret: Huajianling Bishui Danxin Hotel, encounter the Republic of China style and natural wonders"
In Yiyang, Shangrao, Jiangxi, there is a place like a paradise-Guifeng Scenic Area. And in this land of outstanding people and beautiful scenery, there is a charming hotel-Huajianling Bishui Danxin Hotel.
This hotel is like a bright pearl left in the world, exuding unique charm. When you step into the Guifeng Scenic Area, after five and a half, you can drive to this mysterious place. The hotel is small and beautiful, with only more than 20 rooms, but it is divided into three buildings, each with its own story.
Imagine that you walk into one of the rooms, push the window and look, facing the exhibition flag peak. The magnificent scenery instantly came into view, as if a beautiful landscape painting was slowly unfolding in front of you. The mountains are towering, and the clouds are lingering in it, giving people a dreamlike feeling. Here, you can enjoy the gifts of nature and feel the tranquility and beauty.
On the day I arrived at the hotel, it might be a special favor from heaven, and a heavy rain came unexpectedly. However, this rain brought unexpected surprises. Countless small waterfalls rushed down from the top of the mountain, splashing water, like silver hanging in the mountains. The spectacular scene is something you can't see on a sunny day. The rain hits the leaves, making a rustling sound, as if nature is playing a wonderful symphony. At this moment, you will deeply realize that the charm of nature is endless, and it always brings us surprises inadvertently.
The hotel as a whole presents a style of the Republic of China, as if it has traveled back to that era full of style. Here, you can borrow cheongsam and Hanfu for free, put them on, stroll in the hotel courtyard, and feel the retro charm. Green bricks and black tiles, carved doors and windows, every detail exudes a strong historical atmosphere. You can stop in the corridor and admire the exquisite decorative paintings; you can also sit in the courtyard, taste a cup of fragrant tea, and enjoy a moment of tranquility. Here, time seems to slow down, allowing you to relax and forget all your worries.
In addition to the beautiful scenery and unique style, the service of Huajianling Bishui Danxin Hotel is also very thoughtful. The staff are enthusiastic and friendly, always welcoming every guest with a smile. They will patiently answer your various questions and provide you with intimate services. The hotel’s restaurant is also very good, offering a variety of delicious local dishes. You can taste the delicious Yiyang rice cakes, spicy and delicious fried snails and other special dishes, which will greatly satisfy your taste buds in this landscape.
Guifeng Scenic Area itself is also a place worth visiting. There are strange peaks and rocks, clear streams, and dense forests. You can stroll along the mountain trails, admire the various stones, and feel the magic of nature. You can also take a boat and sway on the lake to enjoy the beautiful scenery on both sides. Here, you can embrace nature to your heart's content and enjoy the feeling of being one with nature.
In short, Huajianling Bishui Danxin Hotel is an amazing place. It not only has beautiful scenery, unique style, but also thoughtful service and delicious food. If you are looking for a place away from the hustle and bustle and relax, then this is definitely your best choice. Come here, encounter the Republic of China style and natural wonders, and make your journey full of surprises and touches.
Turtle Peak Travelogue: A Practical Guide to Exploring Natural Wonders.
Turtle Peak, a place full of natural charm. When you step into this magical land, it's like entering a world of geological wonders.
The scenery of Turtle Peak is magnificent. The mountains stand opposite each other, like a giant turtle lying on the waves, showing its majestic spirit. The clear water surrounds it, like a green belt dancing, showing its graceful posture. The mountains rise and fall, like a giant python winding, showing its majestic momentum. The green trees sway, like a fairy dancing, showing its graceful posture. The continuous peaks, some like a camel raising its head, showing its boldness; some like an old man in deep thought, full of vicissitudes.
📌Traffic Guide:
You can choose to drive by yourself, and the transportation around the scenic area is convenient. You can also take public transportation to nearby cities and then transfer to a bus to Turtle Peak.
📌Ticket Information:
Check the ticket price and preferential policies online in advance, and you may be able to buy more affordable tickets. Students, the elderly and other special groups remember to bring relevant certificates to enjoy discounts.
📌Tour Route:
After entering the scenic area, you can follow the signs to visit each attraction in turn. The strange peaks and rocks of Turtle Peak are breathtaking, such as Camel Peak and Old Man Peak, each with a unique shape and story. Stroll along the tour route and experience the magic of nature. Walking on the mountain trails, it's like being in a fairyland, with fresh air blowing on your face, making you feel refreshed. Looking up, the blue sky and white clouds are reflected in the green mountains and green water, forming a beautiful landscape painting.
📌Food Recommendation:
You can taste local specialties around the scenic area, such as Yiyuan Rice Cake, which is soft and delicious.
📌Precautions:
Wear comfortable sports shoes, because you need to walk a long way during the tour. Pay attention to sun protection and keep warm, and bring appropriate clothing according to the weather. At the same time, protect the environment of the scenic area and do not litter.
Turtle Peak, a place that makes people linger, come here and start an unforgettable natural journey!
Free admission! Free admission!!! No need to go to Wugong Mountain!
Yiyang Guifeng is so amazing. It's really suitable for a trip around Jiangsu, Zhejiang, and Shanghai.!! Key point
Free admission from August 1 to August 30 (for residents of Jiangxi Province) Before February 28, 2025, all primary, secondary, and university students and postgraduates in the world can recite related poems and get free admission. Close your eyes and go!
The temperature in Shangrao is suitable recently, and the weather is good for playing these days. It's not hot at all, it's very comfortable
Guifeng is a typical Danxia landform scenic spot, famous for its turtle-like rocks.
How to get there?
Yiyang Station: 1.8h from Hangzhou, 3h from Shanghai, 3.5h from Nanjing
After getting off the bus, take a taxi for 15 minutes to the scenic spot, and drive from Wuyuan Jingdezhen for 2h
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Tickets and time?
The ticket for the scenic spot is CNY 60. If you want to visit more easily, you can buy a package ticket for CNY 160, including sightseeing cars and cruise ships. The opening hours are from 7:00 in the morning to 5:30 in the afternoon. Remember to set off early.
Explore Yiyang Guifeng | Encounter the unique peaks and stones.
🌟L Yiyang Guifeng is located in Yiyang County, Jiangxi Province. It is a World Natural Heritage and World Natural Park. The scenic area has many strange stones that look like turtles, and it is also the "36 peaks and 72 sceneries" praised by the ancient travel expert Xu Xiake.
🚉Transportation: Take the high-speed rail to Yiyang Station, it is recommended to take the No. 2 bus to the scenic area, about 40 minutes.
Follow the sign to the right and go directly up the mountain. Walk to the left for about 500 meters. After seeing the sign of the Good Man Slope, go directly up the mountain and take pictures. The scenery on the right hand side, such as the Three Stacks Peak, is unobstructed. The key is to save money! Follow this route, West Coast Observation Deck Eighteen Arhats--Glass Plank Road-Guifeng Lake by boat. After playing, choose to take the dry slide down the mountain. Retired soldiers and children under 1.2 meters are half price, and the slide costs 60. The time is short and the scenery can basically be seen on foot. If you want to save money, you can not take a boat. Finally, return to the 188 Company Arhat Rest Point and go down the mountain.
📍Viewing experience
Xu Xiake is not deceiving me, the strange peaks and peaks of Guifeng are not in Yandang.
Turtle Peak Adventure: Exploring the Majestic World of the 'Hidden Mountain Summit'
This time, I visited 'Turtle Peak', a lesser-known spot that left me in awe with its grandeur and the sense of escape from the city. Located in Yiyang, Jiangxi, Turtle Peak is about a 15-minute taxi ride from Yiyang High-Speed Rail Station.
Not only was this a place once visited by Xu Xiake, but it is also a UNESCO World Natural Heritage site and a geological park. The rugged Danxia landforms and the beautiful sea of clouds over the mountains make one feel the magnificence and mystery of nature. When you come to Turtle Peak, get ready to enjoy a visual and spiritual feast in this hidden mountain summit!
Xu Xiake was right! The stunning secret place next to Huangshan, I truly love it!
Wow~ After seeing Huangshan, no other mountain can compare, but this hidden gem next door makes me exclaim: even a billion visits wouldn't be enough! 😭😭 Although Huangshan is beautiful, this lesser-known fairy mountain next door is simply a paradise on earth, so sparsely populated that you can have the whole mountain to yourself, its beauty is intoxicating and mesmerizing.
📍【My Fantastic Adventure Diary】
Stayed at a hotel above the clouds🏨, had a good night's sleep, and headed straight to 【Osmanthus Garden】🌸, where the fragrance of flowers fills the air, as if stepping into a fairy tale world. Then, follow my footsteps to the majesty of General's Tower🏰, the mystery of Three Passes, and the tranquility of the Eighteen Arhats Resting Point, every step is a surprise!👣
🔝The highlight is here! Climbing to the top of 【Golden Bell Peak】🏔️, at that moment, all the fatigue turned into the magnificent view before my eyes, the Danxia landform is breathtakingly beautiful, the camera clicks non-stop, and the nine-grid photo on social media is not enough to hold all the pictures!📷
👣【Travel Tips Revealed】
1️⃣ Family-friendly route👨👩👧👦: Stroll through Osmanthus Garden → Explore General's Tower → Try out Hero Slope, easy and leisurely, kids will enjoy it too!
2️⃣ Xu Xiake's Challenge🔥: Turtle Welcoming → Explore the ancient path → Goddess Scattering Flowers, every step follows the footsteps of history, a sense of accomplishment!
3️⃣ Lazy person's gospel🚌: Sightseeing bus directly to Lock Spring Cave, start your mountain journey elegantly from here~
📝Tips Time:
Hiking boots🥾 are essential, non-slip and stylish!
Mountain spring water is sweet, but bringing your own water bottle is more economical and environmentally friendly~🥤
Start at three in the afternoon, at sunset, the Danxia and the sunset dance together, breathtakingly beautiful!🌅
📸【Check-in Spots, Non-stop Photos】
Hero Slope: Heroic and tender, perfect for a photo!👣📸
Camel Peak: Summit appointment, sea of clouds and sunrise, all in view!🐫🌅
One Line Sky: Nature's masterpiece, challenging your visual limits!🌄
Water Park: Cool summer, fun for the whole family, the best place to relax after climbing!🏊♀️👶
Don't wait, friends, pack your bags🎒, and join me in setting off to this forgotten fairyland!🚀
Regret going late!! Jiangxi's severely underrated 5A
The Danxia landform wonder strongly recommended by National Geographic is the first stop in Xu Xiake's travel notes. The landform is listed as a World Natural Heritage due to its steep and unique features. Compared to other famous mountains, Guifeng is low-key yet splendid, with fewer people and a niche crowd, avoiding congestion and offering an excellent travel experience.
1. Photo Check-in Spots
1. Hero Slope
The perspective of Hero Slope gives a sense of the 'lonely smoke in the desert,' very much like Dunhuang.
2. Plank Road Corridor
The tour of Guifeng is similar to other famous mountains, mainly consisting of walking plank roads. The plank roads of Guifeng are uniquely steep and very photogenic.
3. Camel Peak
The ladder plank road of Camel Peak is about to open, marveling at the craftsmanship of nature. The ladder plank road is a challenge to take on.
4. Golden Bell Peak
The sunrise and sunset of Guifeng are best viewed from the perspective of Golden Bell Peak. The unique Danxia landform is infinitely beautiful between sunrise and sunset.
5. Boating on Guifeng Lake
Guifeng Lake is at the foot of Guifeng Mountain. 'No mountain is not a turtle, no stone is not a turtle.' Boating on Guifeng Lake, one is healed by this natural wonder.
2. Transportation and Accommodation
Out-of-town tourists are recommended to get off at Yiyang High-Speed Railway Station. The high-speed railway station is only twenty minutes away from the Guifeng Scenic Area. You can take the scenic area bus or a taxi to get there. Local tourists are recommended to drive there. There are also wonders like the cedar forest near Guifeng that are not to be missed. The village homestays near Guifeng are very cost-effective, and you can also choose to stay in Yiyang County, which is only ten minutes away from Guifeng.
3. Ticket Benefits
From August 8 to August 31, Guifeng offers free admission to all Jiangxi residents.
Jiangxi Guifeng: A Splendid Scroll in the Danxia Wonders
"The wonders of Guifeng's peaks and ridges are unmatched by Yandang," Xu Xiake's words are indeed true! The unique and bizarre rocks of Guifeng are rare in the world. This is a hidden mysterious corner of Jiangxi.
Guifeng, named after its turtle-shaped mountain body, has numerous peaks, totaling thirty-six. It is praised as "the rare Guifeng on the river." It is a treasure of world natural heritage and a shining pearl of the world geopark. Its Danxia landform is like a giant scroll carefully created by nature, with every step being a scene, indescribably beautiful, and its grandeur comparable to Huangshan.
🚙 Transportation Guide
High-speed rail: Arrive at Yiyang High-speed Rail Station, take bus No. 2 to reach Guifeng Scenic Area (one bus every 20 minutes)
Self-driving: Exit at Yiyang Expressway, drive 6 kilometers west along National Highway 320 to reach
🌳 Scenic Spots Along the Way
Hero Slope: An ancient stone-carved path winding between cliffs, each step feels like a dialogue with history, touching the heart.
Camel Peak: The highest peak in the scenic area, with steep cliffs like knife cuts, nearly 90-degree stairs straight up to the sky, astonishing.
Old Man Peak: Named after its resemblance to a kind old man, the scenery changes with each step, with different charms, as if telling a thousand-year-old story.
One Line Sky: Two peaks facing each other, sunlight streaming through the gap like golden threads, forming a magnificent scroll, amazing.
Guifeng Lake: Boating on the lake, the rippling green waves, looking back to see the full view of the Danxia stone forest, intoxicating.
Guifeng was once a filming location for the TV series "Journey to the West" and is also praised by Xu Xiake as a fairyland. Stepping on the land of Jiangxi, Guifeng is not to be missed. Walking through it is like entering an ink painting, with every inch of land having the charm of history and nature.
A tour of Guifeng takes about 4-5 hours. If you have good physical strength, it is recommended to hike and forgo the electric car. Walking two kilometers from the scenic area gate, you can find excellent photo spots.
Along the way, you can see various turtle-shaped stones, some towering, some lying on the ground, as if telling thousand-year-old stories, making people feel the weight of history and the charm of culture.
Guifeng is worth savoring, looking forward to your steps to measure and your heart to feel. Come to Jiangxi, Guifeng will surely leave a deep footprint. Guifeng Scenic Area
I rarely use the word 'stunning' to describe a place
Babies😜, there is a severely underrated mountain⛰ in Jiangxi—Gui Feng, which is famous for its resemblance to a giant turtle🐢. Even 'Journey to the West' was filmed here🎥. It's less crowded and very comfortable, making it perfect for a summer vacation!
📍: Gui Feng Scenic Area, Yiyang County, Shangrao City, Jiangxi Province
🚅: High-speed rail station—Yiyang Station, 20 minutes by taxi
✅Two-day one-night hiking guide:
🔶d1: Check-in at Bishui Danxin Hotel→Laoren Peak→Aoyu Peak Viewing Platform→Yixiantian→General Building Service Point→Sandao Pass Service Point→Jinzhong Peak→Return
🔶d2: Gui Feng Lake Pier→Qingshui Pond Pier→Luotuo Peak Service Point→Glass Plank Road→Eighteen Arhats Rest Point→Guan Tuo Peak Viewing Platform→Sandao Pass Service Point→Hero Slope→Return
📷Classic must-photograph spots:
🔻Hero Slope: This is a classic must-climb route, famous for its thrilling steep cliffs. It is said that those who climb this slope are heroes.
🔻Luotuo Peak: The highest peak of Gui Feng, with nearly 90-degree cliff steps.
🔻Yixiantian: A very deep natural crevice.
🔻Laoren Peak: Shaped like an old man.
🔻Gui Feng Lake: You can take a boat tour around the lake and experience various water activities.
🔻Glass Plank Road: Thrilling and exciting! Those who are timid should not look down.
‼️Personal tips:
1️⃣ The scenic area is very large, remember to get a map before hiking.
2️⃣ Go with companions, and start descending around five in the afternoon, as it is dangerous without street lights at night.
3️⃣ It is recommended to bring your own food, there are also supply points on the mountain.
4️⃣ It takes about 4-6 hours to complete the entire route, it is recommended to stay within the scenic area. I stayed at Bishui Danxin Hotel, which has a retro Republic of China style, quiet and comfortable, and the hotel is right next to the hiking entrance, super convenient.
5️⃣ Remember to take sun protection and mosquito repellent measures!
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🌄 Picturesque Jiangxi, with its unique scenery! Just returned from Mount Guifeng in Jiangxi, where the overlapping peaks even amazed the 'tourism master blogger' Xu Xiake! 🤩 There are spectacular Danxia landforms and forests like the Land of Oz, making it impossible to stop taking photos! 📸 Compared to Mount Sanqing, I prefer this niche and tranquil treasure.
🎓 Planning a graduation trip, family trip, or team-building hike this summer? Look here~ 👀
🚄 **How to get there?**
- √ Depart from Nanjing, take the high-speed train to Yiyang, only 3 hours and 28 minutes.
- √ Take a taxi from the high-speed train station to Mount Guifeng, 20 minutes, costing about 33 yuan. You can also choose to take bus route 2 directly, about 48 minutes, but there are not many buses.
🏞 **How to play?**
- There are various hiking routes, there is always one for you:
- Turtle Line: Small loop, about 2.5 hours, 5 kilometers.
- Xiake Line: Medium loop, about 3.5 hours, 8 kilometers.
- Full Route: Large loop, about 4 hours, 10 kilometers.
👣 I chose the full route, with endless scenery along the way, taking photos and checking in. The stone steps of Mount Guifeng are gentle, very friendly to the elderly and children. Even in the scorching summer, hiking is easy and pleasant.
📍 **Check-in spots:**
- Hero Slope: Climb to the ridge, and you are a hero! 💪 The top of the slope offers a great view of the main scenery of Mount Guifeng, perfect for photos.
- South Heaven Pillar: A pillar standing tall, surrounded by picturesque scenery.
- Golden Bell Peak: The highest point of Mount Guifeng, overlooking Guifeng Lake, perfect for photos.
- One Line Sky: A narrow plank road between two peaks, about 100 meters long.
- Camel Peak: As the name suggests, with a glass plank road, thrilling and exciting.
- Guifeng Lake: The clear water between the Danxia peaks, enjoy a boat ride on the lake for a relaxing time.
🛤 **How to descend?**
- √ Take the slide, 6 minutes to descend quickly, then walk 5 minutes to the boat dock.
- √ Or choose to walk down, about 40 minutes to the boat dock, the slide is recommended in summer, cool and exciting!
🎫 **Tickets + Boat + Sightseeing Car: 160 yuan, you can also choose to buy separately.**
🕘 **Opening hours: 7:00-17:00**
🧗 **Hiking Tips:**
- √ It is recommended to carry a hiking backpack for convenience.
- √ Wear hiking shoes, preferably waterproof, to ensure comfort and safety.
- √ Bring some snacks and plenty of water to stay energized.
- √ There are also supply points on the mountain, no need to worry.
🏨 **Where to stay?**
- I stayed at the Bishu Danxin Hotel in the scenic area, with a comfortable environment and attentive service, making your trip more perfect.
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