[2025 Xi'an Attraction] Travel Guide for Tianchi (Updated Apr)

| Stunning Snow Scenery. The snow in the mountains hasn't melted yet, and the beauty of Cuihua Mountain after the snow is no less than that of Changbai Mountain! The atmosphere is amazing, and the ice and snow world is truly beautiful! 　　 🕙 Opening Hours: 9:00–16:30 🎫 Ticket: 40/person. 🚌 Shuttle Bus Ticket: 20 per person for a one-way ticket (40 for a round trip). It is recommended to take the bus, as walking takes 1–2 hours, which is a bit far and too cold. 　　 ⛰ Wind Ice Cave + Climbing After Tianchi, there is the Wind Ice Cave. The natural wonders are truly amazing and beautiful. The Wind Cave has a view of a narrow sky. The walls of the Ice Cave are made of shiny rocks 🪨. However, be careful ⚠ as the interior is very narrow, and you may bump your head in some places. After coming out, you can climb the mountain. 👔 Outfit It is recommended to prioritize warmth and comfort, such as a down jacket + sweatpants + backpack. You can wear a hat and gloves, but it is best to wear gloves with separate fingers for a better grip on the railing. 　　 🚗 Transportation: Drive to the Cuihua Mountain Visitor Center, where there is a parking lot with a parking fee of 10 yuan (the right side of the road is full of illegally parked cars, so if you don't want to pay, you can park on the side of the road with other cars). Take Metro Line 2 to Weiqu South Exit B, where there are drivers offering carpooling to Cuihua Mountain, or you can take a taxi, which takes about half an hour.

Location: Cuihuashan, Xian, Shaanxi, China Entrance fee: 65¥ Date: April 5, 2022 Another amazing thing that we can do in Cuihua mountain is riding a boat in the Heaven lake (天池). If you want to ride a boat, there are different prices. As I went there with my friends, we paid 120¥ for 30minutes (it was for 4people). It means 30¥ per person. I think it was quite cheap and worthy. Also you need to give 100¥ as a deposit, which you can get back when you finish riding the boat. Extra 5minutes will cost 20¥. Pay attention to the time, if you don’t want to be charged extra money:) Walking around the lake or riding the boat is the best way of spending an awesome and unforgettable day here in Cuihua mountain. #xian #cuihuashan #mountain #hiking #heavenlake #spring #boatrides #nature #naturelover #sunnyday #niceview #friends #friendship #trip

One-Day Mount Taibai Itinerary 🌸[One-Day Trip to Mount Taibai: Spring-Exclusive Itinerary!]🌸 Hey ladies! If you only have one day but want to experience the spring charm of Mount Taibai, then you must save this guide! 📌 As the beauty of the Qinling Mountains, Mount Taibai is incredibly stunning in spring, and you can have a wonderful time even in just one day! 💖 ⏰[Itinerary] 🌟 7:00 AM: Departure! It is recommended to depart early. It takes about 2 hours to drive from Xi'an to the Mount Taibai Tourist Center. The scenery along the way is super healing～🚗 🌟 9:00 AM–12:00 PM: Hiking + Cable Car - After arriving at the tourist center, take the scenic bus directly to Honghuaping, which is the starting point of the cable car. - The cable car goes directly to Tianyuandifang at an altitude of 3,511 meters. The feeling of overlooking the sea of clouds is absolutely amazing! ☁️ - If you are in good physical condition, you can hike a section of Baixiantai to enjoy the fresh mountain air and the lush greenery～🌿 🌟 12:00 PM–1:00 PM: Lunch Time - There are small shops on the mountain where you can buy simple meals, such as instant noodles and bread. You can also bring your own snacks. - It is recommended to bring a thermos to drink some hot water to warm up, as it can be windy at the top of the mountain～🍜 🌟 1:00 PM–3:00 PM: Check in at Tianchi Lake + Photo Time - Walk from Tianyuandifang to Tianchi Lake. The clear lake water reflects the blue sky and white clouds, making it a perfect spot for photos! 📸 - In spring, there is still unmelted ice and snow by the lake, which, together with the distant mountains, creates a wonderful atmosphere! 🌟 3:00 PM–5:00 PM: Descent + Return Trip - Take the cable car back to Honghuaping, and then transfer to the scenic bus back to the tourist center. - You can take a nap on the way and reminisce about today's beautiful scenery～🚌 📸[Photo Tips] 1. Tianyuandifang: This is the dividing line between the north and south of the Qinling Mountains. Don't miss the iconic stone monument! 2. Tianchi Lake: Find a large rock by the lake to sit on and take photos that look like "a person in a painting." 3. On the Cable Car: Capture the distant mountains and sea of clouds as the cable car ascends. It's super stunning! 💡[Important Notes] 1. The temperature at the top of the mountain is low and windy, so be sure to wear a thick coat, hat, and scarf! 🧣 2. Sun protection is essential. The high altitude means strong UV rays, so sunglasses and sunscreen are a must! 🕶️ 3. Pack light, bring some snacks and water, as there are fewer supply points on the mountain. Although a one-day trip to Mount Taibai is short, it will definitely allow you to experience the romance of spring and the magnificence of nature! 💕 Take advantage of the beautiful spring weather and plan your trip now!

I can't remember how many times I've been to Cuihua Mountain. I used to ski on Cuihua Mountain, but this is the second time I went hiking to enjoy the snow. There are two hiking routes in Cuihua Mountain, one long and one short. The long route is to enter the mountain gate, go up the mountain along the Eighteen Bends to the road, cross the road and continue walking towards the Wind Cave and Ice Cave, and go all the way to the Tianchi Lake. Route 2 is to take a car to Tianchi Lake, park after passing the tunnel, and walk to the Ice Cave and Wind Cave after getting off the road on the right. This section is the essence of hiking in Cuihua Mountain. It is not very intense, but it is varied, and the most beautiful scenery is in this section. Since some roads are narrow, it is not recommended to carry a large bag. The temperature on the mountain is much lower than that at the foot of the mountain, but there is less snow in the places exposed to the sun, and the snow in the shady places can be preserved for a long time.

🍃Cuifeng Mountain, Xi'an's hidden paradise🌿, is located on the northern slope of the Qinling Mountains and is a branch of Zhongnan Mountain. It boasts magnificent landslides, stone seas, mysterious passes, and barrier lakes. The main peak, at an altitude of 2,604 meters, offers a panoramic view of Xi'an city from the top! 🚌How to get there? Driving is super convenient. From downtown Xi'an, take National Highway G210, and you'll arrive in about 1 hour. Alternatively, take Metro Line 2 to Weiqu South Station, Exit B, and then take bus 729, 335, or a free shuttle bus directly to the scenic area. Transportation is so easy! 🏞️Recommended routes: 👣 One-day tour: Bishan Lake Scenic Area ➡️ Tianchi Scenic Area ➡️ Landslide Stone Sea Scenic Area ➡️ Ganqiu Pool Scenic Area ➡️ Yifangyuan Ecological Leisure Sightseeing Area 👣 Photography spots: Cuifeng Peak, Tianchi, Ganqiu Pool, Geological Museum, Wind Cave, and Ice Cave 🔍Special tips: 🔄 Stay safe! The mountain roads are steep, and be cautious of falling rocks when visiting the Landslide Stone Sea Scenic Area. 🕒 Opening hours: 9:00–17:00 (ticket redemption time: 9:00–15:00). Don't miss out! 🎫 Tickets: CNY 65 in peak season, CNY 40 in off-season, and student discounts are available! Remember to bring your ID. 📸Photography tips: 🌄 The best lighting is in the morning and evening, with dreamy clouds and mist in the mountains. 🏔️ The giant rock in front of the Geological Museum and the lakeside of Tianchi are excellent photo spots. Don't forget to check in! 🍜Food recommendations: 🥘 Don't miss the farmhouses at the foot of the mountain! Sour fish, jiaotuan, cold fish, and glutinous rice cakes are all super delicious, and the local specialty walnut buns are sweet but not greasy. 🏠Accommodation suggestions: 🛏️ For nearby stays, choose "Xi'an Cuifeng Mountain Near Zhongnan Mountain Homestay," with a beautiful environment and high cost performance. If you like hot springs, you can choose "Cuifeng Mountain Qiaoxin Rainbow Valley Hot Spring Resort Hotel." 🚗Where to park? 🅿️ There are multiple parking lots in the scenic area, making self-driving easy! 💡Tips: 🌼 Spring and autumn are the most beautiful seasons, with fiery red leaves and blooming flowers. ⛅️ A summer resort and a winter wonderland, it's suitable for all seasons. 🎈Come to Cuifeng Mountain and experience the wonders of nature! Whether you're a hiking novice or an experienced traveler, you'll find your own joy here💖.

Stay in the Tianchi Service Area, turn around the village, and drive for 5 minutes to reach the Unfrozen River. You can camp by the river, experience horseback riding across the river, and see the classic scene of cattle grazing in the water. We missed the morning fog, but we found a reindeer feeding experience for CNY 30 per person. You will be given a small box of moss and carrots, and the reindeer will follow you. There are also sika deer and white horses.

The Cuihua Mountain Scenic Area is like a natural landscape painting, quietly displayed in front of the world. Here, the mountains are undulating, the peaks are abrupt, and the shapes are different. Some are like sharp swords piercing the sky, some are like sleeping Buddhas, and some are like dancing fairies, which make people marvel at the magic of nature. Tianchi is like a green gem, embedded between the mountains. The lake is clear and transparent, reflecting the surrounding green mountains and trees. The breeze blows, sparkling, and the beauty is overwhelming. The landslide relics are a great spectacle of Cuihua Mountain. The huge stones are scattered and seem to be telling the thrilling geological changes in ancient times. Walking on the path of Cuihua Mountain, breathing fresh air, listening to the singing of birds, and feeling the warm embrace of nature, it seems that all troubles have disappeared. Cuihua Mountain is a precious gift given to us by nature and a habitat for the soul. Cuihua's beautiful scenery is famous, and the steep ridges and peaks reflect the sunlight. The sea of stones is surging and surprises the visitors, and Tianchi is drunk in the heart. The wind shakes the green trees and dances with thousands of branches, and the rain moistens the red flowers and smells of ten thousand flowers. The leisurely flying sentiment is endless, and the mountains and rivers are like a long-lasting painting. Cuihua Mountain Scenic Area

Cuihua Mountain is located at the northern foot of the Qinling Mountains, at the mouth of Dayu Valley. It is a branch peak in the middle section of Zhongnan Mountain, situated between the main and eastern tributaries of Taiyi Valley. Cuihua Mountain boasts not only the spectacular sight of mountain collapse, sacred mountains and holy waters, alpine lakes, and ice wind caves, but also thousands of acres of alpine rhododendrons and tens of thousands of acres of Qinling meadows. Additionally, it offers various tourist attractions and experiential activities, such as the 'First Ski Resort in Shaanxi' - Cuihua Mountain Ski Resort.

Cuihua Mountain is located in Taiyi Palace Town, Chang'an District, Xi'an City, as a branch of the Zhongnan Mountain, situated at the northern foot of the Qinling Mountains, 23 kilometers away from downtown Xi'an. The main peak is 2604 meters above sea level, covering an area of 32 square kilometers. Because Emperor Wu of the Han Dynasty once worshipped the Taiyi God here, it is also known as Taiyi Mountain. There is a Cuihua Temple on the mountainside, which houses the statue of the Cuihua maiden. According to folklore, the Cuihua maiden fled here to fight for her freedom of marriage, and later became an immortal and left, hence the mountain was named Cuihua Mountain. Cuihua Mountain was formed by a massive earthquake-induced landslide and is famous for its landslide geomorphology. The earliest recorded earthquake and landslide in China occurred in the second year of King You of the Western Zhou Dynasty (780 BC), which strongly affected Cuihua Mountain. The Tianchi Lake and the landslide were at least formed during this earthquake in 780 BC. The landslide geomorphology of Cuihua Mountain mainly consists of barrier lakes (Tianchi Lake), landslide dams, collapsed stone seas, and remnant peaks and cliffs. The preservation of the landslide geomorphology is intact, which is very rare in China, hence it is known as the 'Landslide Geology Museum' and 'China's Landslide Wonder'. The main attractions include the barrier lake (Tianchi Lake), Ganqiu Pool, Geological Museum, and the ceremonial site where Emperor Wu of the Han Dynasty worshipped the Taiyi God. The scenic area of Cuihua Mountain is very large, and it is unrealistic to visit all of it in one day. Depending on your own situation, choose a suitable hiking route that fits your ability. You can also drive to Tianchi Lake, where there is a parking lot, or you can choose to take a sightseeing bus to Tianchi Lake at the entrance of the scenic area. 📍Detailed address: Shaanxi Province, Xi'an City, Chang'an District, Taiyi Palace Town, Cuihua Mountain 🚉Transportation strategy: {Board at Xi'an North Station}, take the Metro Line 2 to Weiqu South Station, transfer to bus 729 to Xi'an Translation College, and walk about 4 kilometers to reach. {Board at Xi'an Railway Station}, take the Metro Line 4 to Wulukou, transfer to Metro Line 1 at Beidajie Station, then transfer to Metro Line 2 to Weiqu South Station, and then transfer to bus 729 to Xi'an Translation College, and walk about 4 kilometers to reach. 🕙Business hours: 09:00-17:30 ⏳Playing time: All day 🎫Ticket: 65 yuan