Suspended in the air, understanding the universe: the danger and fantasy of Tianmenshan National Forest Park

#Mainland Travel Tianmenshan National Forest Park is famous for its rugged landforms, sea of ​​clouds and cultural legends. The following is a comprehensive sharing of the experience: 1. Experience of core attractions 1. Tianmen Cave and 999-step Ladder Tianmen Cave is 131.5 meters high and 57 meters wide. It is the highest natural cave in the world. The entrance of the cave is shrouded in clouds and mist all year round, and is known as the "Gate to Heaven." It takes 999 stone steps to take the escalator from the top of Tianmen Cave down to the foot of the mountain. Along the way, you can overlook the cliffs. You need to encourage each other to reach the top of the last steep slope, which gives you a great sense of accomplishment. 2. Glass plank road and aerial cableway The east line glass plank road is 150 meters long and suspended a thousand meters in the air. The abyss can be seen under the transparent glass. You need to overcome your fear when walking on it, but the view overlooking the peaks and sea of ​​clouds is extremely shocking. The Tianmen Mountain Cableway is the world's longest alpine passenger cableway (7,455 meters). It takes only 30 minutes to reach the top of the mountain at an altitude of 1,518.6 meters from the city. Along the way, you can enjoy the karst landforms and forest landscapes. 3. Winding mountain roads and mountain escalators Tongtian Avenue winds through 99 bends with a vertical height difference of over a kilometer. It is known as the "world's first road wonder". You can experience the thrill and magnificence whether you drive yourself or take a sightseeing bus. The mountain escalator is 897 meters long and is the world's first escalator running in a mountain tunnel. It goes directly from the bottom of Tianmen Cave to Yunmeng Fairy Peak, greatly reducing the difficulty of climbing. 4. Guigu Plank Road and Tianmenshan Temple The western line of the Guigu Plank Road hangs on the cliff and is 1,600 meters long. You need to walk close to the rock wall. Some sections can only accommodate one person. When the clouds and mist appear, it feels like being in a fairyland. Tianmenshan Temple is an ancient temple from the Tang Dynasty. It is very popular and houses Buddha relics. Climbing to the top, you can overlook the mountains and feel the grandeur of "reaching the top of the world". 2. Practical suggestions • Equipment and time: It is recommended to wear non-slip shoes and bring warm clothes (the temperature difference on the top of the mountain is large). The cableway and glass plank road are crowded with people, so you can choose to go there in the early morning or evening. • Route selection: The east route is mainly composed of virgin forests, while the west route is more rugged and includes Guigu cultural attractions. You can choose a single route or a loop route based on your physical strength. • Safety tips: The glass plank road has daily limit on the number of people, and you need to rent anti-slip shoe covers; it is recommended to walk in groups on the 999-step ladder and pay attention to the stability of your feet. 3. Cultural and Ecological Characteristics • Natural wonder: The Davidia involucrata trees in the Davidia involucrata garden are known as the “giant pandas of the plant world”, and their white flowers fall like snow in spring. Yunmeng Fairy Peak is the highest point on the mountain, from which one can overlook the magnificent view of "Hui Dang Ling Jue Ding". • Cultural legends: Tianmen Cave is related to Li Na’s villa where Li Na practiced seclusion and the legend of Guiguzi. The bell sounds and incense in the temple add a sense of historical weight. 4. Recommended itinerary • Half-day tour: cable car up the mountain → East Line Glass Plank Road → Tianmen Mountain Temple → 999-step ladder down the mountain. • Full-day tour: Ropeway up the mountain → East Line + West Line loop → Yunmeng Fairy Peak → Tianmen Waterfall (watch the waterfall during specific time periods) → Go down the mountain via the escalator. Tianmen Mountain combines natural wonders, cultural history and extreme experiences. Whether you are an adventurer seeking excitement or a literary youth looking for secluded places, you can find heart-warming moments here.