[2025 Wuyuan Hotels] Travel Guide for Yishan Jumeisu, Wuyuan, Wuling (Updated Oct)

——Huánglǐng, named "The Most Beautiful Ancient Village" by National Geographic, has autumn colors so stunning they take your breath away! Drying autumn harvests, terraced fields, red maples, persimmons… even phone shots look legendary! 🚗 Transportation Pitfall Avoidance Guide ✔️ High-speed rail travelers: Wuyuan Station → Scenic area shuttle bus (1h/20 RMB) or taxi (1.5h/about 150 RMB) ✔️ Self-driving travelers: Navigate to "Huánglǐng Scenic Area Parking Lot." Parking is difficult during peak season! It’s recommended to stay at hotels inside the scenic area to avoid parking fees. ✔️ Cableway tips: 145 RMB package includes round-trip cableway; hotels inside the scenic area provide free tickets! 📸 3-Day 2-Night Walking Route｜The Ultimate Collision of Autumn Colors and Ancient Charm Day 1: First Encounter with Huánglǐng · Autumn Harvest Feast 📍 Drying Autumn Harvest Homes (Free) 👉🏻 Photo spot: Window side at Zhongwu Square, capture grandmas drying corn (reference) 👉🏻 Photo spot: Third floor of Photography Bar, telephoto shot of patriotic wall map brick carving 📍 Tianjie Restaurant (Average 50 RMB per person) 👉🏻 Must-eat: Red Carp in Lotus Leaf (tender meat), Qi Gao (soft and glutinous with rice fragrance) 📍 Night Tour of Huánglǐng (Free) 👉🏻 Photo spot: Woyun Bridge for terraced fields night view; after 19:10, watch the intangible cultural heritage bench dragon lantern parade Day 2: Secret Realm Stroll · Red Maples and Persimmon Shadows 📍 Wuguitang Autumn Drying Platform (Free) 👉🏻 Photo spot: High vantage point for panoramic ancient village shots, looks like ink painting in morning mist 📍 Huaxi Water Street (Free) 👉🏻 Photo spot: Persimmon tree reflection by the waterwheel, wearing Hanfu makes photos even better 📍 Leixin Bridge (Ticket 50 RMB) 👉🏻 Photo spot: Glass bridge from above surrounded by red maples, beware of heights! Day 3: Terraced Field Secret Realm · Light and Shadow Magic 📍 Terraced Field Viewing Platform (Free) 👉🏻 Photo spot: Shoot golden rice fields at 4 PM, drone flying a must! 📍 Strange House (Ticket 30 RMB) 👉🏻 Photo spot: Tilted house for “upside-down world” optical illusion photos 📍 Nostalgia Courtyard (Free) 👉🏻 Photo spot: Ancient opera stage for Hui-style architectural details, carved window lattices are super textured 🍁 Huánglǐng Autumn Color Schedule｜Miss it and wait a year! 🌶 Drying Autumn Harvest: August–December (chili peppers and corn cover the eaves) 🍅 Persimmons: October–January (giant persimmon tree at Zhushan Academy entrance) 🍁 Red Maples: November–December (best at Wuguitang Viewing Platform) 🌾 Rice: September–October (terraced fields golden like waves) 🏡 Accommodation Pitfall Avoidance Guide｜Stay Right, Save 100x Worry ✔️ Yishanju (About 600 RMB per person) 👉🏻 Highlights: Highest point in ancient village, window views of terraced fields, includes breakfast + scenic area ticket ✔️ Autumn Harvest Boutique Stay (About 800 RMB per person) 👉🏻 Highlights: Century-old Hui-style house renovation, private hot spring pool + autumn drying terrace ⚠️ Pitfall: Homestays at the foot of the mountain have low cost performance, cableway queues over 1 hour! 📌 Local Insider Tips ❶ Early Bird Secret: Enter village before 6:30 AM for morning mist shots, before 9 AM for autumn harvest portraits (softest light) ❷ Outfit Formula: Red long dress + straw hat = autumn harvest background; denim jacket + beret = ancient alley vibe ❸ Hidden Activities: Try pounding glutinous rice cakes (Zhongwu Square), shaking popcorn (beside Tianjie Restaurant) ❹ Money-saving Tips: Student ID gets half-price tickets! Buy autumn harvest feast package before December and get a persimmon gift box 📍 Frequently Asked Questions in Comments Q: Which is more worth visiting, Huánglǐng or Jiangling? A: Huánglǐng has autumn drying + ancient village; Jiangling only has terraced fields. For autumn colors, definitely go to Huánglǐng! Q: Is the cableway safe? Can people afraid of heights ride it? A: The cableway is a fully enclosed glass cabin with little sway; if afraid of heights, avoid Leixin Bridge! Q: How much cash to bring? A: Some small shops inside the scenic area only accept cash; recommend bringing 200 RMB 📆 Best Travel Time: Mid to late November (peak of autumn drying + red maples + persimmons) 🚨 Notes: Wear non-slip shoes! Terraced field paths are mossy; be cautious on rainy days! 💌 Words from Huánglǐng locals: “Huánglǐng’s autumn is the fiery red of chili peppers drying on plaques, the sweet glutinousness at the tips of persimmon trees, the whispered light and shadow on stone paths. Once here, you live inside autumn.” 👉🏻 Click to bookmark and unlock your exclusive golden autumn!

🌾To see the place of autumn drying in the books, I came to this ancient village on the cliff. Compared to the bustling city, I prefer such a picturesque ancient village. The Hui-style architecture with black walls and tiles, the colorful folk activities, and Huangling is also known as one of the 'Top Ten Most Beautiful Terraces in the World'. · 🎫Scenic Area Ticket: Ticket + Cable Car 145 RMB/person ⌚Cable Car Time: 8:00-20:00 📷Photography Spots: Huangling is beautiful everywhere, but here are some recommended photography spots: ❶Autumn Drying Viewing Platform, really amazing for photos, with a circle of grains and pumpkins, combined with the panoramic view of the ancient village, it's perfect! But there are many people, so it's best to go in the morning or at noon. ❷Photography Bar next to Tianjie Restaurant, where you can capture the panoramic view of the ancient village and the Patriotic Wall, and usually, there are fewer people in the morning. ❸The second and third floors of the Drying Workshop are also great. ❹When walking towards KFC on Chaotian Street, there is a barbershop, be sure to go in, it's a great spot for photos, and the view from the window to the opposite alley is beautiful. ❺Huaxi Water Street, it feels like being in Dali, but there are many people, the small flowers and stream are very picturesque. Of course, there are more beautiful spots than these, walk around and you will find many great photography spots, almost every dining and lodging place has beautiful views when you open the window. · 🌳About Accommodation To see the closest view of the terraces in the ancient village, you can choose: Tianjie Hotel (Terrace Resort Hotel) For the best viewing rooms, recommend Huangling Autumn Drying Beautiful Inn. For rooms with a wide view, recommend Yishanju Beautiful Inn. · 🍊About Food and Drink Tianjie Restaurant: A variety of fresh and delicious stir-fries. Huangling Tianjie: A snack street full of hometown flavors, all handmade. 👔Be sure to do a good job of sun protection, it's best to bring a sun umbrella, if you forget, be sure to buy a straw hat, otherwise, you will get sunburned! · 🏕Originally, the villagers of Huangling lived a hard life💦 Since Huangling became a tourist spot, every household has started a homestay. While tourists experience the natural wildness, the villagers' lives have also improved, I think this is the meaning of travel. I wish you a pleasant holiday.

National Geographic didn’t lie to me😭 Visiting Southern Anhui for autumn during National Day is absolutely amazing‼️ Looking for a beautiful autumn destination with fewer crowds❓ Then you must come to Southern Anhui! The autumn here is as beautiful as an ink painting🎨 Once rated by CNN as the most beautiful place in China✨ One of China’s four top autumn viewing spots alongside Jiuzhaigou and Kanas🍂 It’s truly a photographer’s paradise📸 - 🏨 Highly Recommended Stylish Hotels: 📍 Tent Guest Hotel (Huangshan Scenic Area) 65㎡ super spacious + panoramic floor-to-ceiling windows Wake up to the sea of clouds over Huangshan☁️ Even the Oscars of architecture pick it🏆 📍 Hyatt Regency Hengjiang Bay (Tunxi District, Huangshan City) Perfect blend of Huizhou aesthetics and modern luxury River view rooms are absolutely stunning🌊 📍 Huangling Yishanju Hotel (Wuyuan County, Shangrao City) A secluded beautiful stay at the highest point of Huangling Lying down to watch the starry sky is incredibly romantic✨ - 📸 Immersive Autumn Viewing Experience: ✨ VIP access straight to Huangling’s core area 🚶‍♀️ Exclusive secret trail hiking 🌅 Private hidden viewing platforms for sunsets ☕️ Coffee in the rice fields 🌾 Join the harvest feast party - 🚗 5 Days 4 Nights Itinerary: DAY1⃣️ Huizhou Old Times Stroll through century-old shops + Liyang street tour🏮 DAY2⃣️ Village in a Painting Panoramic check-in at Hongcun + secret hiking in Tachuan + countryside coffee time☕️ DAY3⃣️ Ink Painting Huangshan One-day tour of 500 li of Huangshan + harvest feast🌄 DAY4⃣️ Dreamy Huangling Explore Yaoli ancient village + bamboo rafting + magical night✨ DAY5⃣️ Autumn Sun-Drying Festival Check-in at cliffside ancient village + autumn sun-drying scene photoshoot📸 - 🏞️ Must-Visit Attractions: 📍 Hongcun (Yixian County, Huangshan City) “Painting Bridge and Autumn Water” is poetically beautiful🖼️ 📍 Huangling (Wuyuan County, Shangrao City) The grand autumn sun-drying festival on the cliff🍁 📍 Jujing Village (Wuyuan County, Shangrao City) The most perfectly round village in China with Huizhou autumn colors🎯 📍 Huangshan (Huangshan City) Exclusive experience of sea of clouds and autumn mist🌫️ 📍 Tachuan (Yixian County, Huangshan City) Red leaves of Chinese tallow tree paired with ancient eaves are forever classic🍂 - 📷 Photography Tips: ⏰ Best Time: Reserve a spot at Lucun viewing platform before 6 AM Afternoon light at Tachuan is best for photos🌤️ 🎯 Golden Spots: Lucun viewing platform > Tachuan viewing platform Tachuan rice fields are perfect for portrait shots👒

This place, praised by National Geographic as "China's Most Beautiful Village," always wins people's hearts—the white walls and black tiles of Huizhou-style architecture scattered among the mountains. Among all the scenery, my favorite is the "ancient village hanging on the cliff": Huangling. If you also want to chase this poetic charm in midsummer, be sure to save this "10 Practical Tips" to help you avoid detours and fully enjoy Huangling! 1. Transportation: Efficient Arrival Without Hassle After arriving at Wuyuan Station by high-speed rail, you can find a shuttle bus to Huangling right outside the station, costing 20 RMB per person directly to the foot of the mountain; if you want to save time, a carpool at 30 RMB per person is faster, with no waiting along the way, making your trip easy to start. 2. Tickets + Accommodation: Best Value Choices Here The combined ticket for admission and round-trip cable car is 145 RMB. It is recommended to stay directly at the mountain’s Shaiqiu Boutique Inn or Yishan Resident Inn—not only to avoid the back-and-forth hassle from the foot of the mountain but also to enjoy the ancient village alone in the early morning and the quiet starry sky at night. The inns often include cable car tickets, pool access, breakfast, and other perks. You can get all this for about 400 RMB per person, offering excellent value. 3. Outfit + Exploration: Hidden Surprises on Lesser-Known Routes Huangling has many stairs up and down, so be sure to wear comfortable sneakers or flat shoes; in summer, there are almost no mosquitoes here, which is a big plus! Don’t just stick to the main road—many inconspicuous paths hide unexpected beautiful views. The peacefulness without crowds is more healing than popular spots. 4. Core Route: Explore the Highlights Along Tianjie Street Tianjie Street is the main road running through the ancient village, connecting sites like the Patriotic Wall and Photography Bar. Going further up, you’ll find Wuguitang, Yixin Building, and the Drying Workshop—standing on the Drying Workshop terrace offers a panoramic view of the village’s black-tiled roofs. Especially at sunset, the evening glow on the white walls makes every photo a masterpiece. 5. Must-Visit for Summer Cooling: Huaxi Water Street In summer, Huaxi Water Street is a "hidden gem" to check out! Babbling springs flow around the bluestone paths, flowers bloom along the banks, and you might even spot a small waterfall. It feels a bit like the leisurely vibe of Dali. This place is not only a natural oxygen bar but also very comfortable for cooling off. Wearing light-colored clothes here will maximize your photo success. 6. Green Wonderland: Shuikou Rainforest to Escape the Scorching Sun When the sun is strong during the day, head to Shuikou Rainforest! The dense trees block out the sun, and walking along the forest paths, the breeze carries the fresh scent of plants, as if you’ve stepped into the "Wizard of Oz." It’s perfect for sheltering from the sun and immersing yourself in nature. 7. Intangible Cultural Heritage Night Tour: Unlock the Ancient Village Nightlife Huangling’s summer nights are rich in cultural flavor! When night falls, the ancestral hall square hosts intangible cultural heritage performances: first watch the dancing cranes and rolling lanterns. The best view is directly opposite the square, so arrive early to secure a seat. At 7:20 PM sharp, the dragon lantern dance begins. After the firecrackers, follow the dragon lantern on a night tour of the ancient village. Lanterns light up the old alleys, creating a lively and ceremonial atmosphere. 8. New Internet Sensation: Rice Field Adventure Night Tour Don’t miss the super popular "Rice Field Adventure"! The entrance is at the end of Tianjie Street. At night, the terraced fields are covered with starry lights, twinkling among the rice ears like falling into a galaxy. The stunning scene can’t be captured by camera—you must experience it in person. 9. Spending Guide: No Worries for Food and Shopping Prices in the scenic area are very reasonable; bottled water is 3 RMB per bottle, so no need to worry about being overcharged. For local cuisine, go straight to Tianjie Restaurant—Jiangxi dishes are known for their fragrant and spicy flavors. We ate there twice in a row without getting tired of it. Highly recommend trying the local specialties, which are both cost-effective and authentic. 10. Detailed Tips: Enjoy Interactive Little Surprises Pick up a map as soon as you enter the scenic area to quickly get your bearings. There are small interactive performances at different times daily, such as making rice cakes, door-blocking wine, and traditional popcorn. Stop by to experience them and feel the village’s lively atmosphere. When tired, head to the infinity pool at the mountain top, where you can lie back and overlook the entire ancient village—relaxing and perfect for photos.

Once Huangling's harvest is out to dry, you know autumn has arrived. As soon as the Beginning of Autumn passes, this ancient village perched on the cliff gradually takes on the most intense autumn colors. Fiery red chilies, golden corn, persimmons hanging full on branches— All permeate with the taste of autumn, absolutely making your trip worthwhile. 📍Location: Huangling Scenic Area, Wuyuan, Jiangxi 🕐Admission Time: 8:00-21:30 (Night tour lights turn on at 18:40) ⭐Recommended Playtime: 2 days 1 night (Staying overnight in the ancient village is the essence!) 🎫Ticket: 145 RMB/person (140 RMB if purchased one day in advance) 🚡Cable Car: Ticket includes round-trip cable car. There are two cable car lines: Line A is the Ancient Village Cable Car, and Line B is the Terraced Fields Cable Car (Line A operates until 21:30 at the latest). ❤️Recommended Itinerary Ancient Village Tunnel → Ancestral Hall Square → Huaxi Water Street → Tianjie Street → Patriotic Wall → Sun-drying Workshop → Yixin Building → Wugui Hall → Autumn Sun-drying Viewing Platform → Strange House → Photography Bar → Luminous Forest 📷【Recommended Photo Spots】 🌾Huaxi Water Street: Misty water, dotted with lights, known as "Jiangxi's Little Lijiang," with absolutely stunning night views. 🌾Patriotic Wall: On the way to Tianjie Snack Street, this angle allows you to capture the complete Patriotic Wall and the surrounding well-arranged Huizhou-style buildings. 🌾Wugui Hall Sun-drying Platform: As a large platform for sun-drying autumn produce, various crops are neatly arranged, perfect for photos! Every photo taken here is filled with the taste of autumn~ 🌾Sun-drying Workshop: Overlooks the entire ancient village's sun-drying panorama, with a three-story viewing platform. Each level offers different sun-drying scenes from every household, a popular photo spot. 🌾Photography Bar: Excellent for capturing sunset, evening glow, and night views, and you can also photograph the Patriotic Wall. 🌾Nostalgia Experience: Blacksmith shop, street barber, popcorn machine, making Mochi – instantly transport yourself back to the 1980s. ✨Night Tour Highlights: 🌠Lighting Ceremony of Ten Thousand Lights (starts at 18:30) In the evening, overlook the ancient village from the third floor of the Photography Bar or Wugui Hall, count down together as ten thousand lights illuminate, with the sunset glow reflecting on the blue tiles. 🌠Lantern Night Tour Bench Dragon Lantern Parade, Paper Lantern Crane Dance, dragons soaring and fish leaping – super exciting. 🌠Magic Light Show Step into the Luminous Magic Forest, combining technology and fantasy, with mysterious cave exploration, heart-shaped ponds... 💯 interactive experience. 🚋Accommodation: It is recommended to stay at Huangling's B&B - Yishanju Meisu, where you can enjoy stunning views from the hotel. Staying at the hotel includes cable car and ticket fees, and there's a dedicated hotel channel for the cable car upon arrival, with a butler driving you to and from the hotel, which is very convenient. 🍲Dining: Tianjie Restaurant Sun-drying Feast 🌶️Average 80 RMB per person to taste the "Sun-drying Feast" - stir-fried pork with wild vegetables, stir-fried pork with dried chili shells... various dried seasonal vegetable platters, savory and chewy, absolutely perfect with rice~

🌞 Ultimate Guide to Wuyuan Huangling｜Autumn Drying + Night Tour + Various Hidden Experiences! This guide squeezes every minute out of your trip! 🔥 Dear travel special forces! Huangling is not just about “taking a quick look at autumn drying and leaving” — from sunrise to late night, from rooftops to valleys, this super-packed activity list lets you experience it like a local! Here’s the straight-up essentials! 👇 🌅 【Dawn and Dusk】24-Hour Immersive Autumn Drying Experience ✅ Early Morning Exclusive · Prime Spot • 5:30-6:30 Stake out the windowsill of “Wuguitang” ➤ Watch villagers scatter autumn drying items in the morning mist (corn and chili peppers falling from the sky!), the first ray of sunlight lights up colorful winnowing baskets, and your camera shutter will be clicking nonstop! 📸 • Secret route: Take the back mountain path from “Autumn Drying Boutique Inn” to the “Photography Bar 3rd Floor” for a private panoramic spot with no crowds! ✅ Afternoon Interaction · Folk Customs Fun • Autumn Drying Blind Box Challenge: Randomly claim a drying plaque at the “Drying Workshop” (peeling corn/stringing chili peppers/flipping pumpkin slices), complete it to earn an “Autumn Drying Medal” 🎖️ (hidden souvenir!) • Ancient Village Treasure Hunt: Collect stamps at 6 Huizhou elements (stone carved windows/oil-paper umbrellas/old gate towers) to exchange for an mugwort sachet 🌿! ✅ Dusk Ritual • Rooftop Café Sunset Viewing: At the “Peninsula Nanshan” café terrace, hold a “Persimmon Latte” ☕ and watch the sunset dye the autumn drying scene amber~ • Lantern Preview: At 18:00 borrow a fish lantern 🏮 from the Hanfu shop to get into the night tour atmosphere and capture epic shots! 🌌 【Night Tour】The Wilder the Night, the More Magical the Experience 🔥 Night Tour Route A: Immortal Hero Quest (1.5h) Huaxi Water Street (firefly lantern sea) → Shuikou Forest (glowing ancient tree spirits) → Magic Forest (misty poetry lanterns + meteor shower installation) → Leixin Bridge (starry sky light show) 🌟 Highlight: Stand on the glass bridge with a vast “star river” beneath your feet, drone perspective instantly captured! 🔥 Night Tour Route B: Folk Rhapsody (1h) Tianjie Ancient Alley (lantern parade) → Ancestral Hall Square (bench dragon performance) → Haunted House Night Market (light haunted house + grilled skewers and beer) 🐉 Performance Tip: The bench dragon show at 8:00 PM every Friday/Saturday is a must-see! The dragon’s body is wrapped in LEDs, sparks flying like a fire dragon when it dances! 🎭 New Immersive Theater Experience: • “Dream Seeking Huangling” Scripted Murder Mystery (reservation required): Become a Republic of China Huizhou merchant, solve ancient village codes with a lantern, and watch fireworks bloom on the rooftop at the finale! 🎆 • Night Photography Class: Led by the scenic area photographer, learn to shoot magical photos with your phone (props: glow sticks/smoke machine) 🎨 【Crafts】Carry Huizhou Culture in Your Pocket ➤ Intangible Cultural Heritage Handicraft Experience (Location: Tianjie Cultural Hall) • Plant-dyed handkerchief: Use isatis root to dye autumn drying patterns (💰68 RMB/hour, take your work home) • Bamboo woven mini winnowing basket: Weave a mini autumn drying prop, perfect for carrying dried chili peppers home! 🌶️ • Oil-paper umbrella painting: Paint rapeseed flowers/horse-head walls on the umbrella surface, super romantic on rainy days! ➤ Food DIY Highlights • Pounding glutinous rice cakes (Ancestral Hall Square): Swing the wooden mallet to smash sticky rice, roll in yellow soybean powder and eat while hot! • Making Qingming rice cakes (Farmhouse courtyard): Pick mugwort + stuff fillings, steam and stamp with the character “Autumn”~ 🍜 【Late Night Food Guide】No Misses at the Midnight Canteen Category Must-Try Divine Shops Spicy Hits 🔥 Smoked meat chili stir-fried snails “Tianjie Food Stalls” Carb Joy 🍜 Pickled vegetable bamboo shoot soup noodles + pan-fried lantern cakes “Late Night Canteen” Sweet Trap 🍮 Osmanthus rice wine ice dumplings + Huimo pastry “Huaxi Dessert Shop” Tipsy Moments 🍶 Plum wine with roasted pumpkin slices (autumn drying exclusive bar snack) “Ancient Alley Tavern” 💡 Foodie Tip: After 7:30 PM, “Tianjie Restaurant” offers a night tour set meal: autumn drying stir-fry + bench dragon viewing spot! 🏡 【Accommodation Highlights】Sleep in Different Dimensions 1️⃣ Autumn Drying Boutique Inn · Scenic King • Room selection code: ➤ “Terrace rooms” are outdated! Book an “Autumn Drying Room” (room number with A), open the window = live autumn drying broadcast! ➤ Top-floor duplex with private viewing terrace, enjoy the glowing autumn drying lights late at night! 2️⃣ Mountain Residence · Magical Night Stay • Highlights: ➤ Floor-to-ceiling windows facing the magic forest light show, lie in bed watching firefly stars! ➤ Includes lantern + murder mystery role card, unbeatable value! 3️⃣ Tea Factory Homestay · Artsy Youth Nest (1 km outside the scenic area) • Suitable for: Quiet lovers/budget travelers • Killer feature: Stay in a renovated old Huizhou tea factory for just a hundred yuan, experience tea picking and making in the morning! 🍃 ➤ At 6:00 AM/12:00 PM/after 9:00 PM, when crowds disperse, the true face of the ancient village appears! The ultimate secret of Huangling is— Be an “autumn drying villager” by day, throwing chili peppers is more fun than tossing coins; By night, transform into a “light chaser,” carrying a lantern into a fantasy novel scene! Huangling’s nights are wild enough for you to go crazy for three days and three nights! 🌙🎇

🌿 Ancient village summer: Step out to terraced fields, reach for the stars ☀️ While cities scorch, Huangling awaits with 23°C mountain breezes! Perched on a 500m cliff, this Huizhou-style village hailed by National Geographic as "China’s Most Beautiful Village" offers emerald waves in summer, starry skies within reach, and an early taste of autumn harvest vibes 🌾 (Sun-Drying Festival starts quietly in September!). 😊 1. Latest Tickets & Transport 🎫 Tickets 🌟 Must-buy combo: Entry + Round-trip cable car ¥140 🌟 Hidden perks: Free entry + half-price cable car (¥60) for seniors over 65; student/60-65 half-price tickets 📝 Note: On-site queues are long, especially weekends! 🚗 Transport 🚄 High-speed rail → Wuyuan Station → Shuttle bus (¥16/person, 40min direct) 🚙 Drive to "Huangling Scenic Area" (¥20/day parking; winding mountain roads—new drivers beware) 😍 2. Stay in a Living Landscape Painting 🏠 Inside scenic area: 🌟 Sun-Drying Homestay (terraced views, includes cable car + ticket + night tour); Yishanju (3min walk to dragon lantern parade) 💰 Budget pick: 🏡 Xiaoyong Village B&Bs (free shuttle, 10min walk to entrance) 🌈 Pro tip: Stay onsite! Claim the empty village at 7am for crowd-free photos. 😎 3. 2D1N In-Depth Itinerary (Crowd-avoiding edition) DAY1: Hidden Village + Cultural Night Feast 🌄 AM: Cable car up → Flower Stream Water Street (bamboo bridges/mist) → Sun-Drying Workshop 🌅 PM: Wugui Hall (360° view + wooden window silhouettes) → Tianjie Restaurant (must-try: braised red carp, mild steamed rice cake) → Patriotic Wall (Instagrammable coffee cup + ink-wall backdrop) 🌙 Night: 🕰️19:00 Ancestral Hall Square bench dragon lantern parade (100+ performers!) 🕰️19:30 Enchanted Luminescent Forest (firefly lights + foggy galaxy—perfect for kids) DAY2: Cool Wilderness + Cultural DIY 🌲 9:00 Shimen Gorge (free shuttle! Forest streams/waterfalls—bring spare clothes + grippy sandals) 🍽️ 13:00 Handicrafts: Tianjie puffed rice tube DIY, Jialu oil-paper umbrella painting (¥10, keep your artwork) 🚫 Avoid: Overpriced fruit platters—bring water/snacks; wear sneakers for stone paths!

How stunning is this ancient village rated as China's most beautiful by National Geographic‼️. If you can only visit one place in spring, it has to be Wuyuan Huangling. This village, honored as China's most beautiful by National Geographic, offers breathtaking spring scenery. Vast seas of rapeseed flowers blanket the mountains, complemented by Huizhou-style architecture with white walls and black tiles. Pear and peach blossoms adorn every corner, creating a scene straight out of a Monet springtime oil painting🖼. Absolutely mesmerizing‼. 📍Huangling Scenic Area, Wuyuan, Jiangxi Take high-speed rail to "Wuyuan Station," then taxi or bus Drive and navigate to Huangling Scenic Area ✅Best Flower Viewing Periods in Huangling 🌼Rapeseed flowers on plains: Late February to mid-March First-phase terraced rapeseed fields in ancient village: March 8 to April 5 Second-phase highland terraced rapeseed fields: March 21 to April 15 Plum blossoms: February 1 to early March; Magnolias: Late February to late March Peach blossoms: Late February to late March; Pear blossoms: Late February to late March Cherry blossoms: Late March to mid-April; Azaleas: Early April to early May ✅Flower Viewing Experiences ✔Aerial viewing: Take the cable car up the mountain to admire vast terraced rapeseed fields. Walk the glass walkway or try the zip line for unique perspectives. ✔Immersive viewing: Stroll through flower fields while taking photos, fully soaking in the beauty. ✔Hot spring viewing: The scenic area's highest point features an open-air hot spring where you can relax and enjoy the floral scenery. ✔Misty viewing: If visiting during drizzly spring rain, experience the magical sight of flowers shrouded in Jiangnan's misty ambiance. ✅Dining & Accommodation Staying within the scenic area is recommended to explore at leisure and avoid crowds for better photos. I stayed at Yishanju Boutique Hotel with picturesque views right outside the window.

A two-day tour is generally recommended for Wuyuan, with one day each for the eastern and northern routes! Since I wanted to stay overnight in the Huangling Scenic Area, I opted for a one-day village tour. Departing at 8:30 AM from the Orange Hotel near Wuyuan High-Speed Rail Station, the itinerary included Sixi-Yan Village, Zhang Village, Hongguan, Chaguan, Qingyuan, Longwei, Shangtan, and finally Huangling! We skipped lunch and arrived at the Huangling Visitor Center around 2 PM to check in. The stretch from Chaguan to Qingyuan involves crossing a mountain with winding roads, so choosing an experienced and steady driver for this route is crucial! Only Sixi-Yan Village charges an entrance fee along this route. The village is rich in historic architecture, offering a different charm compared to the free villages later on. I recommend visiting (see photos 2 to 6)! The best photo spot in Chaguan Village is slightly to the left of the arched bridge. With low water levels this season, you can cross the river directly below without using the bridge. During our visit, there were two cows, and an elderly man tried to charge us 40 yuan, but our driver intervened. Each village has its highlights, but we moved quickly as we weren’t keen on photography. By 3 PM, we had already checked into the Yishanju Hotel in Huangling. The scenic area has three hotels, ranked from basic to premium: Tianjie, Shaiqiu, and Yishanju. Photo 9 shows the view from our hotel balcony. For those who love terraced fields, Yishanju is ideal—it’s the highest with the best views and closest to the hot springs!

7-day itinerary 🚘 Total mileage: ~1,255 km | 💰 Toll fees: 471 CNY | Destinations: Yangzhou—Taihu Lake (Huzhou)—Qiandao Lake—Huangshan—Wuyuan Huangling—Nanchang (Jiangxi). Due to the scorching weather, we skipped many attractions and focused on scenic views and hotel relaxation 🏖️ **Day 1️⃣: Slender West Lake, Yangzhou (Pics 2-3)** *Actually spent three days in Yangzhou; rented a car on the third day to start the road trip 🚗* **Stay:** [Yangzhou Seclude West Lake Hot Spring Resort]—Adjacent to Slender West Lake, featuring authentic hot springs (slippery and soothing!) and a pool surrounded by traditional Chinese architecture. Great value and convenience for sightseeing. **Attractions:** Slender West Lake, Grand Canal Museum (book in advance; closed Mondays), Dongguan Street & Ancient Canal, Ge Garden, He Garden, Ye Chun Garden, Daming Temple, etc. **Food:** Must-try: Yangzhou-style breakfast tea and Huaiyang cuisine. **Day 2️⃣: Taihu Lake, Huzhou (Pics 4-7)** **Stay:** [Huzhou Taihu Moon Bay Hot Spring Villa] (part of the Sheraton "Donut" 🍩 complex—same property. An older hotel but well-maintained, with convenient dining/activities). **Food:** Taihu’s "Three Whites" and dry-tossed noodles are delicious. **Day 3️⃣: Qiandao Lake, Hangzhou (Pic 8)** **Stay:** [Qiandao Lake Wen Yuan Lion City Pushi Hotel] (located in the ancient Lion City, featuring Hui-style architecture. Unique but breakfast was mediocre; lunch/dinner required nearby restaurants. The entire town is under renovation with almost no shops—not recommended). **Food:** Qiandao Lake fish head. "Hongfu Restaurant·18-Year-Old Shop" near the town served excellent fish head soup. Tried Qiandao Lake beer—flavor was average. **Day 4️⃣: Qiandao Lake, Hangzhou (Pics 9-11)** **Stay:** [InterContinental Qiandao Lake Resort] (scenery: 10/10, worth staying. However, overcrowding may have impacted service standards—room cleanliness was fine, but pool water was murky). **Food:** Fish head dishes everywhere. Only one restaurant nearby (Xianshan Restaurant), a 6-7 min walk left from the hotel—good taste and value. **Day 5️⃣: Huangshan—Hongcun—Huizhou Ancient City, Anhui (Pics 12-15)** **Stay:** [Huangshan Qinman Hot Spring Resort] (a standout homestay: 25x5m swimmable pool (unlike many "decorative" hotel pools). Private hot spring available (1-hour limit; reservation needed). Highly recommended!). **Attractions:** - *Huangshan*: A must-visit (requires 2+ days for proper exploration, but skipped due to heat). - *Hongcun*: Beautiful, highly recommended. - *Huizhou Ancient City (She County)*: Mediocre. **Day 6️⃣: Wuyuan Huangling, Jiangxi (Pics 1, 16-18)** **Stay:** [Huangling Yishanju Boutique Hotel (Huangling Scenic Area)] – Infinity pool with breathtaking views overlooking Huangling village. Worth staying! Downsides: Hui-style layout lacks bathtubs; average breakfast; staff were very kind. Overall, highly recommended for the scenery and sunset views. **Attractions:** - *Huangling*: If staying at Yishanju, you can drive up the mountain (recommended, as the cable car closes at 8 PM—hiking down is unsafe). - *Wunvzhou Resort*: Looked too commercialized; skipped. **Day 7️⃣: Nanchang, Jiangxi (Pics 19-20)** **Attractions:** - *Tengwang Pavilion* - *Haihunhou Museum* (A must-visit! The only figure in Chinese history to hold titles of emperor, king, marquis, and commoner—also a gold-obsessed tycoon.) - *Jiangxi Provincial Museum* (book ahead) - *August 1st Uprising Memorial* (book ahead) **Stay:** Near the airport: [Ganjiang Greenland Platium Hotel (Ganjiang New Area)]. Nanchang Airport lacks 5-star hotels—only two within 10 km. This one had poor hygiene/facilities (not recommended). The other option: [Jinjiang Liting Hotel Nanchang Airport New Town] (6.1 km from the airport; untested). 🚗 The route may seem hectic, but it wasn’t exhausting—daily drives ranged 1-3 hours. Mostly swam at hotels, haha! 😆

🌸 1. Best Time to Visit & Highlights Spring (March-April) Rapeseed Flower Seas: The terraced blooms open in three phases: - Phase 1: Plains (Early-Mid March) – Composition of ancient village and flower fields - Phase 2: Core Terraces (March 20-April 10) – Golden curves intertwined with mist, ideal for aerial shots - Phase 3: Highland Secrets (Early-Mid April) – Off-the-beaten-path charm with fewer crowds Magic Hours: - Dawn (6:00-8:00): Capture misty light at the "Drying Autumn" viewing deck - Dusk (16:00-18:00): Sunset-gilded terraces paired with village chimney smoke Autumn (August-December) - "Drying Autumn" (Early August-Mid December): Rooftops adorned with chili peppers and corn, creating a vibrant mosaic - Seasonal Specials: Red maples (Early November-Mid December) Ginkgo leaves (Mid November-Early December) Persimmons on branches (Mid October-January) Summer & Winter: - Summer Nights: Light shows, enchanted forests, and cool evening markets - Winter Snowscape: Hui-style architecture blanketed in snow, serene as ink paintings 🚌 2. Transportation Guide By Train: - Arrive at "Wuyuan Station," then take the scenic shuttle (¥20, 15-min intervals, 1-hour ride) - Ride-sharing/taxis are scarce; pre-booking or shuttles recommended By Car: - Navigate to "Huangling Scenic Area Back Mountain Parking" to avoid main gate congestion (winding mountain roads require caution) In-Scenic Transport: - Cable Car: Included in ¥145 ticket (¥120 for students), with A-line (Ancient Village) and B-line (Terraces). Hotel guests enjoy dedicated lines. - Pro Tip: Book a homestay in Xiaoyong Village to use the villagers' footpath (free access). 🏞️ 3. Must-See Spots & Itineraries Iconic Locations: - **Drying Workshop**: Three-tiered deck for classic "Drying Autumn" shots, close-up hues, and distant red maples. - **Leixin Glass Bridge**: 298m-long, 97m-high suspension bridge (featured in *Ode to Joy 2*), offering panoramic terrace views. - **Photo Bar 3F**: 180° framed views of drying harvests and ancient village (high photo yield). - **Wugui Hall**: Window-framed drying panoramas with hands-on farming experiences. - **Sky Street**: Flagstone alleys, Hui-style architecture, and artisanal markets. Itineraries: - **One-Day Highlights**: AM: Cable car → Leixin Bridge → Drying Workshop → Photo Bar PM: Sky Street → Wugui Hall → Terrace Trail (Viewpoints 1-3) Night: Wunvzhou Resort's iron-flower fireworks. - **Two-Day Deep Dive**: Day 1: Huangling core + Qingyuan Ancient Village (40-min drive; streams and pear blossoms). Day 2: Chapingtan "Sky Village" (cliffside hamlet, wild charm). 4. Lodging & Cuisine **Stay Options**: - *In-Scenic Hotels* (¥800-1200/night): Drying Autumn Lodge, Sky Street Hotel—private dawn photo ops. - *Hillside Homestays* (¥300-500/night): Xiaoyong Village offers cable car-free access. - *Rural Guesthouses* (¥150/person): Hongguan Ancient Camphor Farmhouse with meals included. **Eats**: - Must-Try: Wuyuan stuffed red carp, steamed pork, "muddled" tofu (Sky Street Restaurant). - Street Snacks: Ash-rice cakes, fried lantern dumplings (¥10-15, deep in Sky Street). - Skip: Overpriced bamboo-tube rice in tourist zones. 📸 5. Photography & Tips **Prime Shots**: - Shoot at dawn or 1 hour before closing to avoid crowds. - Hidden Gems: Scarecrow zone on terrace trails, Zhongwu Square deck. - Outfit Tips: Light-colored dresses/Hanfu (avoid yellow), waterproof shoes (muddy paths), reflector. **Avoid Pitfalls**: - Crowds peak after 9:30 AM—arrive early. - Dine at foothill farmhouses for better value. Huangling’s romance lies in its seasonal poetry—spring blossoms, summer lights, autumn bounty, winter hush. Dawn’s empty alleys and dusk’s glowing windows prove its title as "China’s Most Beautiful Village." Confirm bloom schedules and pack light for the terraces—your journey awaits.

**📅 Best Seasons** - **Mid-March to early April**: Seas of rapeseed flowers (terraced fields + plains), peak season with most crowds. - **Mid-November to early December**: Autumn foliage and harvest displays (mainly at Huangling), red maples and Chinese tallow trees against white-walled villages. ### **📍 Must-Visit Attractions** 1. **Huangling** (Ticket + Cable Car: ¥145) - **Key Experiences**: Harvest displays (year-round), terraced flower seas (spring), red-leaf ancient village (autumn), suspension bridge, glass walkway. - **Stay inside the scenic area**: Skip queues and enjoy tranquil mornings/night views. 2. **Jiangling** (Ticket: ¥80) - **One of China's Four Great Flower Seas**: 100,000 mu of terraced rapeseed flowers, with the most breathtaking panoramic view from Observation Deck 1. 3. **Likeng/Wangkou** - **Small bridges, flowing water, and households**: Huizhou-style ancient villages. Likeng is commercial but photogenic; Wangkou is more rustic (don’t miss the Yu Family Ancestral Hall). --- ### **🚗 Transportation Tips** - **High-speed rail to Wuyuan Station**, then rent a car/charter a vehicle (¥500/day in peak season) for maximum flexibility. - **Direct scenic area shuttle**: Wuyuan Station → Huangling (¥20/person, frequent departures). For other attractions, self-driving or chartered cars are recommended. --- ### **🏡 Accommodation Recommendations** - **Inside Huangling Scenic Area**: Yishanju or Shaiqiu Meisu (scenic views right outside your window, avoiding crowds). - **County town**: Budget-friendly, ideal for early/late travel schedules. - **Jiangling/Qingyuan**: Top choice during flower season, perfect for morning mist photography. --- ### **🍜 Must-Try Local Cuisine** - **Steamed Wuyuan Red Carp** (most delicious when steamed), Tofu Paste, Qingming Guo (mugwort glutinous rice dumplings), Steamed Rice Cake, Steamed Pork with Rice Flour. - **Snack hotspots**: Wengong North Road in the county town, Tianjie Street in Huangling. --- ### **📌 3-Day Highlights Itinerary** **Day 1: Northern Route - Cultural** Siyancun Village (filming location for "Strange Tales") → Rainbow Bridge (Song Dynasty covered bridge) → Yantian Ancient Camphor Tree (millennium-old sacred tree). **Day 2: Eastern Route - Classics** Jiangling (morning flower fields/mist) → Xiaqi (imperial chrysanthemum tea gardens) → Wangkou/Likeng (soft evening light). **Day 3: Huangling In-Depth** Cable car up → Shai Gong Fang → Wugui Hall → Flower Stream Water Street → Terraced Field Cable Car → Glass Bridge. --- ### **⚠️ Pitfall Avoidance Tips** 1. **Book accommodation 1 month in advance** during rapeseed flower season! Huangling tickets are **¥10 cheaper online**. 2. Non-drivers should use the **"Wuyuan Tourism Charter"** mini-program for transparent pricing. 3. **Arrive at Jiangling by 6:30 AM** for morning views to avoid tour groups. 4. Be cautious with "antiques" in scenic areas—recommended local specialties: **imperial chrysanthemum, tea oil, She inkstones** (more authentic at old shops in the county town). > **💡 Key Experiences:** > **Stay overnight in Huangling**—watch harvest smoke rise over villages; > **Catch the morning mist**—photograph Jiangling’s flower fields; > **Feast on Huizhou cuisine**—savor mountain-and-river freshness. > Avoid weekend crowds to experience the true Jiangnan!

Huangling Scenic Area features three unique homestays with easy booking and convenient access! Discover which one suits you best! **Yishanju Boutique Homestay** is the premium accommodation choice in Huangling. Perched high in the ancient village, it offers serene mountain views and a tranquil environment, making it ideal for family trips. Nestled against the hillside, each standalone villa is surrounded by lush greenery and fresh air, creating a natural oxygen haven. Every unit boasts distinctive charm with picturesque views right outside the window. Its peaceful and elegant ambiance feels like a hidden paradise. Stroll along the bluestone steps and step through the doors of Yishanju to enter a world of tranquility. Yishanju offers themed rooms like "Girlfriends' Retreat," "Forest Escape," and "Tang Dynasty Style," catering to diverse traveler needs. With personalized butler service, it’s perfect for gatherings with loved ones, immersing in nature while enjoying comfort and relaxation. **Shaiqiu Boutique Homestay** centers around the "Sun-Drying Autumn" culture, blending traditional heritage with modern luxury. It preserves the 500-year-old Huizhou architectural style while delivering five-star comfort. Here, you’ll experience the charm of sun-drying traditions up close—admire rooftop harvest displays and savor rural joys. Unwind in centuries-old Huizhou architecture and embrace the idyllic countryside life you’ve always dreamed of. **Tianjie Hotel** is a business-friendly stay with spacious, well-decorated rooms and balconies overlooking terraced fields. Located mid-way along Huangling’s snack street, the hotel is embraced by endless terraces. From your balcony, enjoy breathtaking views of emerald-green fields, sunset clouds, and the ancient village. The harmonious blend of rolling mountains and historic Huizhou architecture will lift your spirits at first glance.

This one article is all you need for your Wuyuan trip!! In my opinion, visiting Huangling + Wunvzhou is more than enough. Huangling Scenic Area is famous for its "Sun-Drying Autumn" folk custom, terraced flower fields, and ancient Huizhou-style villages from the Ming and Qing dynasties, making it a perfect photography spot blending nature and culture. Wunvzhou focuses on water town nightscapes and immersive mythological-themed experiences, combining modern tourism with Huizhou culture, ideal for leisure vacations. The former is rustic and authentic, while the latter is exquisite and dreamy, each showcasing the charm of Wuyuan. 🛬【Itinerary】: First Stop: Huangling (recommended to visit during the day ☁️) Recommended Route (no backtracking, with picturesque views all the way): Ancient Village Cable Car Line A → Tianjie Street → Patriotic Wall → Sun-Drying Workshop → Wugui Hall → Sun-Drying Autumn Platform → Strange House → Photography Bar → Huaxi Water Street → Adventure Forest → Cable Car A for descent. Second Stop: Wunvzhou (recommended to visit at night 🌃) 🚶‍♂️ Dreamy Night Tour Recommended Route: Wunvzhou Visitor Center → Jinshi Dock → Wenchang Pavilion → Lianli Hall → Jin Yong Museum → Time Tunnel → Wuxian Lake → Tea Sage Museum → Menghua Art Museum → Wuxian Hall → Light and Shadow Experience Hall → Bar Street. 🏨【Accommodation Tips】: It’s recommended to stay within the Wunvzhou scenic area (hotels here include free entry tickets, offering better value). There are also many homestays available on Tianjie Street in Huangling. Recommended Hotels: In Wunvzhou: Huishi Street Art Hotel / Wanjuan Hotel / Guyuanli Hotel. In Huangling Scenic Area: Sun-Drying Autumn Homestay / Yishanju Homestay, both located in the center of the scenic area. 🚌【Transportation Tips】: 1️⃣ Arrive by high-speed train at Wuyuan Station. Private Car: Depending on your arrival time, rates are approximately 200 RMB for half a day (4-hour service) or 400 RMB for a full day (8-hour service). Pick-up is available upon arrival. Shared Ride: Upon exiting the station, you can take a shared ride directly to Huangling in Wuyuan. After your visit, you can also take a shared ride directly to Wunvzhou. Bus: Wuyuan Station → Huangling Scenic Area. Departure times daily: 9:00-17:20. Huangling Scenic Area → Wunvzhou. Departure times daily: 10:10-18:30. 2️⃣ For self-driving, navigate to "Huangling Scenic Area Visitor Center." During peak seasons, it’s recommended to park at the free parking lot between Cable Cars A and B. After your visit, drive to "Wunvzhou Resort Parking Lot." 🧡【Tips】: You can contact me for tickets/accommodation/private car services. As an experienced travel expert, I offer 24/7 free consultation and customized services. 1. Both Huangling Scenic Area and Wunvzhou have luggage storage services at their visitor centers. 2. Photography enthusiasts can wear traditional Chinese-style clothing for photos at Wunvzhou!! 3. The fireworks show at Wunvzhou is only available on Friday and Saturday nights. Wuyuan Huangling

📍Huangling Scenic Area, Wuyuan, Jiangxi 🚄Transportation: Arrive at Wuyuan High-Speed Railway Station, take a direct shuttle bus to the scenic area, share a taxi, or drive directly using navigation to Wuyuan Huangling Scenic Area ✅Recommended Route Sky Street ~ Drying Workshop ~ Wugui Hall ~ Drying Terrace ~ Monster Upside-Down House ~ Yixin Building ~ Photography Bar ~ Azalea Garden ~ Cherry Blossom Valley ~ Leixin Bridge ~ Phase II Flower Sea (You can also take the Terrace B cable car up the mountain directly to the Phase II Flower Sea and enter the ancient village from the flower sea in reverse direction - less crowded and more exclusive) ✅Sightseeing and Photography Recommendations: 1️⃣Azaleas Currently in full bloom, the flowering period will last until early May. Many large azalea plants are blooming in various colors, fiery and glowing like sunset clouds, absolutely beautiful 2️⃣Photography Bar Here you can get a bird's-eye view of the village with two long hollow windows. With few people and beautiful scenery, you can take framed photos of the ancient village 3️⃣Cherry Blossoms Romantic pink double-petaled cherry blossoms line both sides of the road, forming a cherry blossom walkway located at the lower part of the village 4️⃣Phase II Gaolin Terraced Rapeseed Flowers Cross the Leixin Bridge to the middle cable car station, take the cable car up and then hike down (about 30 minutes). The entire area is a sea of rapeseed flowers with flower field walkways - easy and not tiring 5️⃣Drying Workshop You can look down at the entire village from here - a classic vantage point with few people in the morning 6️⃣Wugui Hall A historic building in the village with exquisite wooden carved windows. The small windows on the second floor open to panoramic village views, and there are also unique gourd-shaped windows ❤️Tips 🏠Accommodation: Recommend staying at Yishan Residence in the scenic area. The hotel is located at the highest point of the scenic area - open your window to take in all the beautiful scenery. During the day, you can avoid peak crowds and harsh lighting, enjoying the ancient village in the early morning and evening, greatly enhancing your experience 🍚Dining: No need to bring heavy food packages. You can dine at Tianjie Restaurant, the largest restaurant in the scenic area, offering fusion and specialty dishes with good taste at reasonable prices

As a newly designated 5A national tourist attraction in 2024, Huangling Village in Wuyuan is famous for its "Terraced Cloud Homes and Autumn Harvest Sun-drying Site." This Hui-style ancient village with nearly 600 years of history combines traditional architecture, flower fields, intangible cultural heritage, and ecological beauty. Through its seasonal visual feasts and immersive nostalgic experiences, it has become a model for rural revitalization. 📍 Overview • Location: Huangling Village, Jiangwan Town, Wuyuan County, Shangrao City, Jiangxi Province. 39 kilometers from the county center and only 9 kilometers from the Jiangwan Highway exit. • History: Founded during the Ming Dynasty over 500 years ago, the village nearly became abandoned due to ecological damage but was revitalized through protective development starting in 2009. • Features: Combines natural scenery (terraced fields, flower seas), cultural landscapes (sun-dried harvest, Hui-style architecture), and folk experiences (intangible heritage crafts, farming culture), earning it the title "China's Most Beautiful Village." 🌿 Best Times to Visit and Itinerary Planning • Recommended Seasons: ◦ Spring (March-May): Rapeseed flowers, cherry blossoms, and rhododendrons bloom in succession. Participate in the Flower Festival to see deity parades and spring performances. ◦ Autumn (September-November): Experience the poetic beauty of "sun-dried harvests and red maple leaves" during the autumn harvest and rice field art season. • One-Day Essential Route: Morning: Cable car ride → Sun-drying Square → Ancient Street → Wugui Hall → Adventure Forest Afternoon: Hike through terraced flower fields → Leixin Bridge → Flower Stream Street → Mountain Hot Springs Evening: Night tour of the Illuminated Forest → Watch the traditional bench dragon lantern performance. 🚗 Transportation and Ticket Information • Transportation Options: ◦ High-speed Rail: Arrive at Wuyuan Station, then take a tourist shuttle (about 20 yuan per person, departing 7:30-17:00). ◦ Self-driving: Navigate to "Wuyuan Huangling Scenic Area." 1.5-4 hours from Hangzhou/Shanghai. Free parking lot available. • Ticket Policy (2025): ◦ Peak Season (March 8-April 6, etc.): Combo ticket (entrance + cable car) 170 yuan/person, entrance ticket only 150 yuan/person. ◦ Discounts: Free entrance for Hangzhou/Shaoxing residents (boat fee still applies), discounts for seniors over 60 and students with valid ID. 🏡 Accommodation and Dining Recommendations • Featured Accommodations: ◦ Sun-drying Guesthouses: Converted Ming and Qing dynasty homes with views of sun-drying scenes. Average 200 yuan per person in off-season; advance booking required during peak season. ◦ Mountain View Villas: High-end private homestays with tea ceremonies by the fireplace and flower field views, perfect for a secluded getaway. • Local Cuisine: ◦ Tianjie Restaurant: Recommended dishes include tofu pudding, steamed meat with rice powder, and red carp. Special "Flower Feast" available in spring. ◦ Street Food Highlights: Qingming rice cakes, steamed cakes, and oil-fried lanterns available at the ancient village food street. ⚠️ Practical Tips 1. Avoid Crowds: Peak hours are 10:00-15:00 on weekends. Consider visiting on working days or entering before 7:30 am. 2. Photography Tips: • Morning Mist and Sunset: Capture the misty sun-drying scenes from 6:00-8:00 am, and golden light on terraced fields from 16:00-17:00. • Drones: Advance registration required; avoid no-fly zones (such as the ancient village core area). 3. Recommended Gear: Non-slip shoes (for ancient village's slippery stone paths), lightweight raincoats (for spring showers), and Hanfu traditional clothing (available for rent in the scenic area). 🌌 When the colorful sun-drying scenes meet the golden terraced fields, when the ancient village bells echo across thousand-year-old stone steps, Huangling writes a rural epic of nature and culture dancing together, more vivid than the famous "Dwelling in the Fuchun Mountains" painting.

📍Location and transportation Wuyuan Huangling is located in Huangling Village, Jiangwan Town, Wuyuan County, Shangrao City, Jiangxi Province. Transportation options include: • 🚌High-speed railway station direct bus: There is a direct bus from Wuyuan High-speed Railway Station to Huangling, 19 yuan/person. • 🚗Self-driving: Starting from Jingdezhen or Wuyuan Station, it takes 1.5 hours to get there directly, but there are many sharp turns on the mountain road, so novices need to be careful. ⏰Opening hours 07:30-20:00, admission stops at 17:30. 🎫Ticket Prices The ticket + cable car adult ticket is 140 yuan. It is recommended to buy a package ticket, which is cost-effective. 🚶‍♂️Travel route • Morning: Tourist Service Center → Cableway up the mountain → Adventure Forest → Folk Customs Exhibition Hall → Tianjie → Drying Workshop → Wuguitang → Strange House. • Noon: Enjoy lunch at Tianjie Restaurant. We recommend the clay pot rice with braised pork and preserved mustard greens. • Afternoon: Yixin Building → Shuhe Hall → Food Street → Tianjie Archway → Observation Deck No. 3 → Leixin Bridge → Observation Deck No. 2 → Woyun Bridge → Observation Deck No. 1. • In the evening: Shuikou Rainforest → Huaxi Water Street → Folk Customs Exhibition Hall → Ropeway down the mountain. 📸Photography check-in point • 🌻The third floor of the drying workshop: overlooking the panoramic view of the autumn sun, with the best light and shadow levels. • 🌅Wuguitang Observation Deck: sunset glow + wooden window frames + autumn sun drying scene, it feels like a movie poster. • 🧱Patriotic Wall: natural ink painting wall + internet celebrity coffee cup props, full of INS style. • 🚠Terrace ropeway glass cabin: a must-go during the rapeseed flower season, the aerial view beats the photos taken by tourists on the ground. • 🌌Night view of Huaxi Water Street: After the lights are turned on at 19:00, it looks like a scene from "Spirited Away". 🏨Accommodation recommendations • 🏡In the scenic area: beautiful accommodation for sunbathing in the autumn, living by the mountain, with views from the window, including tickets + cable car + night tour. • 🏠Xiaoqi Village: 10 minutes walk to the scenic spot, house prices are 50% cheaper, high cost performance. 💡 Tips • Avoid: The price of fruit platters in the scenic area is very high, so it is recommended to bring your own drinking water. • Interaction: The props used in the ancient village to dry autumn crops are interactive, and it is more natural to borrow bamboo winnowing baskets from villagers to take photos. • Save time: Enter the park before 7:30 to avoid the tour groups; take the reverse tour route to avoid the crowds. • Benefits: Get a free 1-hour Hanfu costume with your ticket at the cable car exit; folk performances at 14:00 every day; collect 5 autumn drying scene stamps to exchange for limited postcards. 🎉 Conclusion Wuyuan Huangling is the Chinese version of "Castle in the Sky". In spring, there are thousands of acres of rapeseed terraces, and clouds surge in all seasons. Every shot you take is like a National Geographic blockbuster! It is recommended to arrange one day and one night, the light and shadow in the morning and evening are the soul.

🌟Must-see highlights - *National Geographic*-certified: China's most beautiful sun-drying ancient village, with scenic views all year round, and a better experience with fewer crowds during the off-season. - Folk culture: ancient Huizhou architecture, handicraft experiences, and recreations of intangible cultural heritage sun-drying scenes. - Natural secrets: the rainforest wonderland of Shuikou and the small bridges and flowing water of Huaxi Water Street. 📍Transportation guide - High-speed rail: To Wuyuan Station, take the scenic express bus from the station (CNY 20/person, approx. 50 min). - Self-driving: Navigate to "Huangling Scenic Area." There are many mountain roads, so novice drivers should be cautious. Parking at the scenic area is CNY 10/day. 🗺️Two-day, one-night itinerary Day 1: Roaming nature and culture 7:30 am: Wake up early to photograph the morning mist and sun-drying → 9:00 am: Folk Culture Exhibition Hall (Huizhou three carvings, wedding customs exhibition) → 10:30 am: Zhushan Academy (Ming and Qing imperial examination culture) → 12:00 pm: Lunch at Tianjie Food Court (steamed cake, purse red carp) → 2:00 pm: Huaxi Water Street (tea tasting at the creekside teahouse) → 4:00 pm: Shuikou Rainforest (photographing Tyndall light) → 7:30 pm: Magical Flowing Light Forest (night light show) → Stay at Shaiqiu Meisu (wake up to the scenery). Day 2: In-depth exploration of the ancient village 6:30 am: Watch the sunrise from the infinity pool → 8:00 am: Shai Workshop (participate in sun-drying labor) → 9:30 am: Wuguitang (photograph the ancient village from the window) → 11:00 am: Patriotic Wall ("China Map" internet-famous wall) → 12:30 pm: Liushuntang for farmhouse cuisine → 2:00 pm: Strange House (fun photography in an upside-down space) → 3:30 pm: Shuhe Hall (pray for blessings at the ancient tree) → Return trip. 📸Photography spots - Second floor of Shai Workshop: Close-up shots of chili peppers and corn drying racks, with people in the frame. - Third floor of the photography bar: Telephoto lens shots of the panoramic view of the ancient village + Patriotic Wall in the same frame (afternoon is best for lighting). - Window of Wuguitang: Frame composition, with distinct layers of sun-drying and horse head walls outside the window. - Shuikou Rainforest boardwalk: Capture the Tyndall light between 8:00 and 9:00 am. Wearing a light-colored long skirt is more ethereal. - Infinity pool: Photograph the reflection of the sunset 1 hour before sunset. Swimming is available in summer (swimming caps required). 🍜Food recommendations - Tianjie Food Court: Mud tofu, steamed pork with rice flour, Qingming kueh, CNY 50 per person. - Snack street: Freshly pounded glutinous rice balls (coated with crushed peanuts), fried oil lamps (radish filling), and rice milk wine (slightly sweet dessert). - Avoid: Be cautious of "seasonal price" river seafood at restaurants outside the scenic area. Clearly marked prices are more reliable. ❗️Practical tips 1. Tickets: CNY 145 (including round-trip cable car). Staying in a guesthouse in the scenic area allows free re-entry. 2. Seasonal activities: - Spring (Mar–Apr): Terraced rapeseed flowers + pear blossoms in the ancient village. - Autumn (Sep–Nov): Peak sun-drying season, red persimmons hanging on branches (best in late October). - Winter (Dec–Feb): Snow falls on Huizhou, fewer people, perfect for capturing ink-painting-like photos. 3. Clothing: Hanfu/plain long skirt + straw hat, non-slip shoes are needed for the stone roads. 4. Accommodation: Shaiqiu Meisu (renovated century-old house), Yishanju (pool view rooms). Reservations are required 1 month in advance during peak season. 5. Night tour: Flowing Light Forest light show (7:00–9:00 pm), bring a tripod for long exposure shots. Huangling can be experienced in depth in 2 days and 1 night. It is recommended to avoid the National Day/Lunar New Year peak seasons. Enjoy the empty scenes during the off-season and be a "mountain dweller" for a day!

Who says spring is coming to an end in April⁉️ The rapeseed flowers 🌼 and azaleas 🌺 in Huangling are in full bloom The terraced fields are surging with golden waves ✨ Azalea pink clouds 🌸 all over the mountain This nanny-level strategy 📝 Unlock the double romance of spring with one click💛🩷 . 📍Huangling, Wuyuan, Jiangxi . 📅 Huangling Spring Limited Flowering Period ✅Rapeseed flowers: late March to mid-April (Phase II Gaoling Terraces until mid-April) ✅Azalea: early April to mid-May (the azalea garden is a mixture of red and pink, creating blockbuster photos in seconds) ✅Late cherry blossoms: late March to early April (encounter pink romance beside Huaxi Water Street) . 🌼Flower viewing route: Terrace ropeway B up the mountain 🔜Phase II terrace rapeseed flower sea 🔜Leixin Bridge 🔜Huizhou ancient village 🔜Ancient village ropeway return . 🏯 Ancient Village Tour Route: Tianjie 🔜 Huaxi Water Street 🔜 Patriotic Wall 🔜 Sun-drying Workshop 🔜 Wuguitang 🔜 Yixinlou 🔜 Photography Bar 🔜 Snack Street - 📸 Production Guide: 1️⃣Phase II Rapeseed Flower Sea 👉Take the terraced field cableway (B cableway) straight to the top of the mountain and enjoy the deserted sea of ​​flowers in the early morning! Every picture is a screen saver-level blockbuster~ 2️⃣ Azalea Garden 👉A colorful feast limited to April and May! The rhododendrons all over the mountain are like splashes of oil painting. She is wearing a white skirt and standing in the middle of the flower path. The red and green contrasting background is a perfect picture. 3️⃣Sunning Workshop + Wuguitang 👉 Take the C position for "Sunning Autumn and the Sea of ​​Flowers" on the second floor of the Sunning Workshop! Move to Wuguitang and push the window to compose the picture, using the wooden carved window frame as the foreground, and the ancient village flower sea instantly fills the story ~ 4️⃣Autumn Sunshine Square 👉 God's perspective observation deck! Wide-angle lens captures the interweaving of green tiles and yellow sea 5️⃣Patriotic Wall 👉 The must-photograph wall for internet celebrities + Huaxi Water Street, Hanfu party wears oil-paper umbrellas, the atmosphere is directly amazing 6️⃣Folk activities 👉Popcorn and mochi making as the background, capture the interaction with the residents who are drying autumn leaves, the fireworks are the Easter eggs . 🏨If you want to take photos of an empty scene, just stay at Huangling Yishanju Beautiful Inn! Go to the check-in point in the morning and take over the empty ancient village flower sea 🍲Guide to eating: Eat at Tianjie Restaurant in the snack street with your eyes closed! The hot tofu and steamed pork with rice flour are very spicy. I highly recommend a seat near the window.

If you could only choose one destination in spring, then Huangling in Wuyuan must be on that must-visit list. This place, praised by *China National Geographic* as "the most beautiful village in China," exudes a breathtaking beauty every spring. Stepping into Huangling, you'll find rapeseed flower seas blooming wantonly all over the mountains, golden and brilliant. The Huizhou-style architecture with white walls and black tiles is scattered among them, complementing the romantic sea of flowers, simple and peaceful. Pear blossoms and peach blossoms are dotted everywhere, with a riot of colors. Looking from a distance, it is like a bright spring oil painting by Monet. You can press the shutter at will, and every shot is a stunning masterpiece. 📍Address: Huangling Scenic Area, Wuyuan, Jiangxi 🚗Transportation Guide: - High-speed train: After arriving at "Wuyuan Station," you can take a taxi or bus to get there. - Self-driving: Navigate directly to Huangling Scenic Area. ✅Huangling Best Flower Viewing Period 🌼Rapeseed Flower Plain: Late February - mid-March Ancient Village Phase I Terraced Rapeseed Flower Sea: March 8 - April 5 High Mountain Phase II Terraced Rapeseed Flower Sea: March 21 - April 15 Plum Blossom: February 1 - early March Magnolia: Late February - late March Peach Blossom: Late February - late March Pear Blossom: Late February - late March Cherry Blossom: Late March - mid-April Azalea: Early April - early May ✅Flower Viewing Method 🎈Aerial Flower Viewing: Take the cable car slowly up the mountain to have a panoramic view of the 10,000 acres of terraced rapeseed flower sea; climb the glass plank road, or take the zipline to feel the magnificence of the flower sea from a unique perspective. 👣Immersive Flower Viewing: Stroll along the flower sea trails, take a leisurely walk, and take photos to your heart's content, immersing yourself in this romantic spring scenery. 🛀Hot Spring Flower Viewing: In the open-air hot spring pavilion at the highest point of the scenic spot, soak in the hot spring, enjoy the sea of flowers, and enjoy a pleasant time. 🌫Flower Viewing in the Mist: If you encounter drizzling spring rain, you can enjoy the misty Jiangnan scenery, and enjoy the flowers in the hazy mist, which has a special flavor. ✅Photo Spots 🏯Wuguitang: The highest point of Huangling, where you can overlook the entire village, is an excellent spot for shooting panoramic views. 📸Shaigongfang: There are three viewing platforms from the first floor to the third floor, and you can take unique photos from every angle. 📹Photography Bar: Located on the third floor of the viewing platform, the view is excellent, and the film production rate is super high. 🗺Patriotic Wall: A special check-in point on Tianjie Street. The map of China on the wall is very memorable. ✅Eating and Accommodation It is strongly recommended to live in the scenic area, so you can enjoy a leisurely tour and avoid crowds to take pictures smoothly. For example, Yishanju Meisu, open the window to see the picturesque scenery, fall asleep with the fragrance of flowers, wake up in the morning by the birdsong, and immerse yourself in the spring romance of Huangling.

This place, named the most beautiful village in China by *National Geographic*, is absolutely stunning in spring! Rapeseed flowers stretch across the mountains and fields, complemented by the white walls and black tiles of Hui-style architecture, and pear and peach blossoms are everywhere. From a distance, it looks like a Monet spring oil painting 🖼, beautiful to the extreme‼ 📍Huangling Scenic Area, Wuyuan, Jiangxi Take the high-speed train to "Wuyuan Station", then take a taxi or bus. If you are driving, navigate to Huangling Scenic Area. ✅Best time to view flowers in Huangling 🌼Rapeseed flowers Plains: Late February - mid-March Ancient Village Phase I Terraced Rapeseed Flower Sea: March 8 - April 5 High Mountain Phase II Terraced Rapeseed Flower Sea: March 21 - April 15 Plum blossoms: February 1 - early March; Magnolia: Late February - late March Peach blossoms: Late February - late March; Pear blossoms: Late February - late March Cherry blossoms: Late March - mid-April; Azaleas: Early April - early May ✅Ways to view the flowers ✔View the flowers from the air: You can take the cable car up the mountain to enjoy the vast terraced rapeseed flower sea. You can also climb the glass plank road or take the zip line to view the flowers and experience a different perspective. ✔Immersive flower viewing: Hike along the sea of flowers while taking photos and fully experience the beauty of the flower sea. ✔Hot spring flower viewing: There is an open-air hot spring pavilion at the highest point of the scenic area, where you can enjoy the flowers while soaking in the hot springs, which is very pleasant. ✔Flower viewing in the mist: If you encounter drizzling spring rain, you can enjoy the misty Jiangnan scenery and view the flowers in the mist, which is a must. ✅Photo spots Wuguitang: This is the highest point in Huangling, with a panoramic view of the entire village. Shaigongfang: There are three viewing platforms on the first to third floors for taking pictures. Photography Bar: The viewing platform on the third floor Patriotic Wall: A wall on Tianjie Street where you can take photos of the map of China on the wall. ✅Dining and accommodation It is recommended to stay in the scenic area, first, so that you can take your time to slowly explore, and second, so that you can avoid the crowds and take good photos. I stayed at Yishanju Meisu, and the view from the window was beautiful.

In March, Huangling is an oil painting world with an overturned palette: terraced rapeseed flowers pave golden waves, pear blossoms flutter among the black tiles of the ancient village, and the white walls of ancient houses and the sea of flowers form a poetic code for the "most beautiful village in China" from a drone's perspective. This freshly baked spring 2025 guide will help you unlock exclusive ways to enjoy fewer crowds and more beautiful scenery! I. Visual feast: Embrace the world-class terraced flower sea 🌼 1. Aerial flower viewing: A God's-eye view of spring 📍 Highlights: • Take the cable car across the golden ocean, with layers of terraced flower waves beneath your feet, golden ripples rising in the wind, and "The Blue Danube" playing in your headphones for the perfect atmosphere 🎧. • Challenge the high-altitude zip line and soar over the sea of flowers at 15 meters/second, boosting your adrenaline and romance levels! 2. Flower sea stroll: Immerse yourself in the breath of spring 🌿 📍 Hidden routes: • Ancient Village Sky Street → Shaiqiu Workshop → Wugui Hall: Wear Hanfu, carry a bamboo basket, and ascend the steps among centuries-old Huizhou architecture. Encounter a snow-white pear blossom tree around the corner, as if traveling back to a Ming and Qing painting. • Terraced Secret Realm Plank Road: Walk along the wooden plank road deep into the flower fields, with bees buzzing in your ears. Wear a straw hat and carry a picnic basket to capture French countryside vibes. A rattan bag and floral dress are recommended 👒. II. Sensory feast: A complete guide to spring-limited experiences 🎨 1. Hot spring flower viewing: Double healing with hot springs and flower sea ♨️ 📍 Hidden gems: The constant temperature pool at the mountaintop hot spring center faces the vast terraced fields. Enjoy a hot spring soak while watching the drone show "Flower Sea Meteor Shower." At dusk, the sunset paints the water surface rose gold. Remember to bring a waterproof phone case! 2. Folk custom encounters: Be a Huizhou girl for a day 🎎 🕰️ Must-see activities: • Intangible cultural heritage Jialu paper umbrella DIY: Hand-paint an oil-paper umbrella at the Shaiqiu Square. The master will teach you how to paint peach blossoms with mineral pigments. You can take the finished product home as a photo prop 🌂. • Flower Dynasty Festival parade: Every Wednesday/Saturday morning, NPCs dressed as flower sellers and washerwomen parade along the Sky Street, scattering flower petals and giving away sachets. A fully interactive experience! III. Photography bible: Public photo spots for stunning pictures 📸 1. Classic spots: 9-grid photos to dominate your social media • Shaiqiu Workshop, second floor: Overlook the black tile roofs and the sea of flowers. A 70-200mm telephoto lens is recommended to compress the sense of space. • China Map Wall: The rammed earth wall at the corner of Sky Street naturally forms the outline of a map of China. Take creative photos holding a bunch of rapeseed flowers 🇨🇳. 2. Magic of light and shadow: The ultimate moments at dawn and dusk 🌅 • Wugui Hall window view: Open the carved wooden window at 7 am to see the hazy sea of flowers in the morning mist. Wear a plain cheongsam and capture a silhouette for a "Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon" vibe. • Leixin Bridge blue hour: 15 minutes after sunset, the bridge lights up. Capture light trails of cars in the flower sea with long exposure. Mobile photographers can use night mode and a tripod 📱. IV. Practical tips: 2025 pitfall guide 🚩 🚗 Transportation tips: • After arriving at Wuyuan Railway Station by high-speed rail, choose the direct bus to the scenic area (25 yuan/person), which is 50% cheaper than a taxi. The last bus departs at 5 pm, don't miss it! • For self-driving tourists, navigate to "Huangling Scenic Area Parking Lot." Arrive before 8:30 am on weekends to park closer and save 20 yuan on shuttle bus fare 💰. 🏡 Accommodation recommendations: • Yishanju Inn: Rooms with flower sea views, off-season 600+/night including breakfast and cable car tickets, plus a 2-hour Hanfu experience. • Shaiqiu Inn: Renovated from a century-old Huizhou house, with carved bed curtains and floor heating. Enjoy tea and stargazing on the terrace. Book 3 months in advance for early bird prices ✨. 🍜 Culinary delights: • Sky Street Restaurant: Must-try Braised Red Carp (slightly spicy sauce) and Mud Tofu (bamboo shoots + dried tofu crumbles). 60 yuan per person for a feast! • Snack recommendations: ✅ Steamed rice cakes (rice aroma + chili sauce) 5 yuan/piece | ✅ Fried oil lamps (shredded radish filling) 3 yuan/piece ❌ Cut fruits at the scenic area entrance (prone to price gouging) | ❌ Bamboo tube milk tea (better for photos than taste) Summary 🌟 From the visual shock of the vast flower sea to the warmth of intangible cultural heritage paper umbrellas, Huangling proves with its spring-limited experiences that a true healing journey nourishes both the eyes and the soul~

Some say that the best place to be in March is Yangzhou! But I prefer the vast rapeseed flower fields of Huangling, Wuyuan! The boundless rapeseed flowers seem to give this spring its most beautiful color~ It's no wonder National Geographic highly recommends this place! This "longest spring in China" is absolutely stunning! If you haven't been here yet, be sure to save this guide~ About Transportation: Take the high-speed train/bullet train/train directly to Wuyuan Station, or transfer from Shangrao Station, then take a shuttle bus or a chartered car/shared car. 🚘If you're driving, it's most convenient to get off the highway at the Jiangwan exit. Due to the different altitudes in Huangling, the rapeseed flowering period is divided into two phases: Phase 1: Ancient Village Terraced Rapeseed Flowers: Early March - Early April 📍Opposite Huangling Ancient Village Phase 2: Gaoling Terraced Rapeseed Flowers: Late March - Mid-April 📍Cable Car B, Qixia Ancient Temple Huangling's spring is not just about rapeseed flowers, but also a profusion of flowers blooming all over the mountains~ • Azaleas: Early April to early May • Plum Blossoms: Mid-February to early March • Magnolia, Peach Blossoms, Pear Blossoms: Late February to late March • Cherry Blossoms: March 25 to April 10 . Now, the first phase of the terraced rapeseed flowers is in full bloom. Whether you view them from afar in the village or up close in the terraces, it's absolutely stunning, like stepping into the Jiangnan water town from a Chinese textbook. Every photo is a masterpiece! ✅The Right Way to Enjoy the Rapeseed Flowers? Route: Cable car up from the lower terrace cable car station → Cable car down at the upper terrace cable car station → Phase 2 flower sea walkway → Leixin Bridge → Huangling Ancient Village → Cable car down from the ancient village cable car station Flower Viewing from the Air: Take the cable car up the mountain to enjoy the flowers from above. You can also climb the Leixin Bridge glass walkway or take the zip line for a high-altitude view. Immersive Flower Viewing: Huangling has created a 3 km hiking trail where you can enjoy the flowers and take photos among them. It's very picturesque! Hot Spring Flower Viewing: At the highest point of the scenic area, the open-air hot spring allows you to soak in the warm water while overlooking the vast sea of rapeseed flowers. Flower Viewing in the Mist: Wuyuan's spring occasionally experiences drizzles, which come and go quickly. The distant sea of flowers and green mountains appear and disappear in the mist, creating a dreamlike scene. . ✅In addition to flower viewing, Huangling's spring also features a variety of interesting activities, such as the Spring Prelude and Spring Plowing Dance. You can enjoy the folk custom of sun-drying, visit the nostalgia market, encounter flower vendors and clowns in the countryside with surprise flower giveaways, and immerse yourself in the Huangling Flower Dynasty Festival! . About Food & Accommodation Tianjie Food Court: Quite good, offering traditional local specialties with fresh and delicious ingredients. Check in to Yishanju Hotel: Enjoy the terraced flower sea from your hotel room~ Open the window to admire the flowers, it's incredibly relaxing! This spring, come with me to Huangling and enjoy the beautiful sea of flowers~

As a "Most Beautiful Village in China" certified by *National Geographic*, this newly upgraded 2025 "First-Timer's Guide" will show you how to unlock the most authentic secrets of Jiangnan with minimal time and budget! I. Transportation and Accommodation: Smart Choices 🚗 1. High-Speed Rail + Carpool = Time-Saving and Cost-Effective After arriving at Wuyuan Station, don't rush to take a taxi! Carpooling costs only ¥25/person directly to the scenic area (50 minutes), saving you half the cost of a taxi 💰. Listening to the driver's stories about the spring bamboo shoot season along the way is more interesting than staring at your phone~ 2. Choosing the Right Accommodation = Recouping Ticket Costs 🏡 • Recommended inside the scenic area: Yishanju Guesthouse (¥600+/night during off-season, including cable car ticket + Hanfu experience). Enjoy the terraced flower fields from your window and experience the tranquility of the ancient village in the early morning. • Best value for money: Yunshu Siji Guesthouse at the foot of the mountain (¥200+/night). Free shuttle to the scenic area, experience the local life. Avoid: Guesthouses midway up the mountain have poor sound insulation. Check recent reviews before booking! II. Must-See Experiences: First-Timer's Guide to Avoiding Pitfalls 🌼 1. Shaiqiu Viewing Platform: Where Ancient and Modern Meet ⏰ Best time: 7:30-9:00 (before tour groups arrive) 📍 Highlights: • Take photos from the second floor overlooking the black tile roofs and colorful drying racks. Use the wide-angle mode on your phone to capture a "bird's-eye view." • Avoid the crowds! Head to the creative Shaiqiu platform and use the bamboo drying rack props to take interactive photos of "people in the painting" 📸. 2. Terraced Flower Fields: Escape the Crowds 🌸 Hidden routes: • Take the cable car directly to the second phase of the Gaoling Terraced Fields (late March-mid April). Fewer people and denser flowers than the first phase. • Wear a light-colored long dress + straw hat. Capture dynamic shots while running. Drone shots are even more stunning! 3. Intangible Cultural Heritage Handicrafts: Bring Spring Home 🎨 • Jia Road Paper Umbrella DIY (Shaiqiu Square): Learn to paint peach blossoms on paper umbrellas with the guidance of intangible cultural heritage masters. The finished product can be used as a photo prop and is more meaningful than souvenirs from the scenic area 🌂. • Huizhou Embroidery Experience (Zhongwu Square): Embroider a miniature Shaiqiu pattern in 2 hours. The warmth of your fingertips makes it a hundred times more precious than mass-produced cultural and creative products~ III. Photography Bible: Even Phone Users Can Become Masters 📱 1. Classic Spots: Fill Your Social Media Feed • Wuguitang Window View: Open the carved wooden window when the morning mist hasn't dispersed, and the sea of flowers appears faintly. A silhouette from the side will transform you into the heroine of *Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon*. • Leixin Bridge Blue Hour: 15 minutes after sunset, turn on night mode and use long exposure to capture the light trails of cars in the sea of flowers. A tripod will help stabilize the shot. 2. Creative Composition: The Secret to Avoiding Tourists • Shuikou Rainforest Tyndall Effect: After the rain, sunlight penetrates the water mist. Use portrait mode on your phone to capture the light beams and the ancient village in the same frame for an ethereal effect 🌿. • Tian Street Window View Imitation: Imitate the window-gazing pose from *Meet Yourself*. The wooden windows of coffee shops + the stone windows of Huaxi Water Street make it easy to recreate scenes from the show! IV. Culinary Delights: Eat Right to Make Your Trip Worthwhile 🍜 ✅ Must-try: • Steamed Rice Cakes (¥5/piece): A magical combination of rice fragrance and spicy sauce. The stall run by the old lady on Tian Street is the most authentic. • Pouch Red Carp (Tian Street Restaurant ¥88/fish): Braised in slightly spicy sauce, the fish is so tender that you'll be "licking your chopsticks." The owner will share her family's secret recipe ㊙️. ❌ Avoid: • Bamboo Tube Milk Tea (¥30/cup): More for photos than taste. Better to buy rice wine (¥10/pot) to quench your thirst. • Cut fruits at the scenic area entrance (prone to price gouging). Bringing your own snacks is more cost-effective! V. Itinerary: Copy-and-Paste for Lazy Travelers 🗺️ Day 1: Classic Walking Route Cable car up the mountain → Shaiqiu Workshop → Wuguitang → Lunch on Tian Street → Huaxi Water Street → Leixin Bridge → Night tour of the Luminous Forest Day 2: In-Depth Experience Route Jia Road Paper Umbrella DIY → Stroll through the terraced flower fields → Folk activities at Zhongwu Square → Coffee shop on the south side of the peninsula → Return trip Tip: Weekends from 9:00-11:00 are peak hours. Either arrive early or go up the mountain in the afternoon! For first-time visitors to Huangling, please keep this "Smart Traveler's Guide" handy! 👒 Every bluestone slab, every wisp of smoke, every rapeseed flower here is waiting for you to write your own Jiangnan chapter~ 🚲

～～～ If you can only go to one place to see rapeseed flowers in spring It must be Wuyuan Huangling Ancient Hui-style villages and thousands of acres of flowers form a beautiful landscape painting It is worthy of being rated as "China's Most Beautiful Village" by National Geographic Even the United Nations has stamped it as "the world's best tourist village" · I went to Wuyuan Huangling three times I sorted out 10 flower viewing tips All of them are true❗️Read it before going‼ ️ · 1️⃣ Transportation: Drive or take the high-speed rail to Wuyuan Station, then you can choose to share a car or take a bus to the scenic spot, the ticket price is 20 yuan 2️⃣ The ticket includes the cable car, which is 145 yuan for the day and 140 yuan for the day in advance 3️⃣ Guests who do not stay overnight need to take the cable car to go up the mountain, and those who stay overnight can drive up the mountain by themselves. Cableway operation time: 08:00-20:00 (it will be adjusted every season, it is recommended to check before traveling) 4️⃣ Huangling rapeseed terraces are divided into phase one and phase two, and the flowering period is different. In previous years (2024), the first phase of the 10,000-acre terraced flower sea was open from March 8 to April 10, and the second phase of the 10,000-acre terraced flower sea was open from March 21 to April 15. For reference⚠️The plain flower sea at the foot of the mountain will bloom earlier 5️⃣ For a one-day tour during the rapeseed flower season, it is recommended to go up the mountain from the B cableway (terraced field cableway), first check in the rapeseed flower terraces, then walk to the ancient village to stroll around, experience nostalgia, etc., and there are performances such as the intangible cultural heritage bench dragon on special holidays, and finally go down the mountain from the A cableway (ancient village cableway), so that you don’t have to go back 6️⃣ In addition to the rapeseed flower terraces, there will also be pear blossoms, apricot blossoms, peach blossoms, etc. in the ancient village. The flowers are in full bloom, which is beautiful! 7️⃣Huangling has autumn drying landscapes all year round. In spring, many seasonal spring bamboo shoots, green vegetables, ferns and other crops are dried in the ancient village. Recommended check-in locations: Wuguitang, autumn drying platform, drying workshop, photography bar. There is a Trip Moments store in the scenic area, where you can change clothes and take photos. 8️⃣There are many coffee shops and KFC on the mountain. If you want to eat Wuyuan local specialties, you can go to Tianjie Restaurant. 9️⃣If you have a sufficient budget, I sincerely recommend staying on the mountain for one night, so that you can enjoy the quiet ancient village in the morning and at night. Moreover, during the rapeseed flower season, there are huge queues on the road and on the cable car early in the morning. The experience will be much better if you arrive at the mountain in the afternoon of the first day and get up early the next day to play. There are three hotels in the scenic area, namely: Shaqiu Meisu, Yishanju and Tianjie Hotel. You can choose according to your budget and preferences. If you have enough time in the mountains, you can go take a hot spring bath. 1⃣0⃣The ancient village is all stone slabs, and there are steps up and down, so it is recommended to wear comfortable shoes

I thought Wuyuan was beautiful enough until I went here! Photos taken in February . I know Wuyuan is the king of spring But I didn't expect it to be more beautiful than I imagined I got up early at 7 am Just to capture the smoke and morning mist of the village and plum blossoms in the same frame! The Huizhou style beauty is visible to the naked eye and is touching! . Yes, this is Jiangxi Wuyuan Huangling, which was rated as "The Most Beautiful Village" by National Geographic! Many people only know about the rapeseed flower terraces in March But they don't know that it will also welcome pink in early February! 🌸Flower viewing tips ✅The plum blossoms in Huangling are mainly concentrated on the left and right sides of the village It is recommended to start from the right side of Yishanju You can overlook the entire cliff village and plum blossoms from a high angle Walk about 120 meters from Yishanju to Wentang There is a sign for going downstairs, you can go straight to Meiyuan Most of the plum blossoms here are drooping, and there are terraces in the distance as a background ✅The plum blossom viewing period is from February to March After the plum blossoms, there are pear blossoms and magnolia blossoms I went in early February The flowers are 40% open, and it is expected to usher in the blooming period in the next few days

😎Huangling Photo Spots & Travel Guide | 📸 Hi everyone👋, today I want to share with you the photo spots and travel guide for Huangling, which are really super useful😍! 📸Photo spots: 👉Sun Drying Workshop: The third-floor terrace is amazing😎, you can overlook the entire Huangling, the scenery is breathtaking🤩! There is a hole on the second floor, and it is very creative to take photos through the hole🧐. The first floor is suitable for taking close-up shots of the sun-drying scene, which is super atmospheric👍. 👉Wugui Hall: The beauty leaning on the second floor can capture the rising smoke and the beautiful scenery of the sun-drying scene, which is amazing👏. Take photos by the window, with the scenery outside the window as the background, it is stunning😜. Taking photos of the Sun Drying Workshop in front of the gourd window is also very good😏. 👉Sun Drying House Viewing Platform: Get up early and go down the steps, take photos behind the sun-drying grains, you can capture both the sun-drying scene and the entire Huangling, which is simply amazing👍. Sit by the window on the third floor and take photos with the sun-drying scene as the background, it is really amazing😎. 👉Yixin Building: Use the door frame as a frame at the door to frame the scenery outside the door into the picture, which is very artistic🤩. Or move a chair and sit at the door, taking photos with the terraced fields as the background, it is amazing😎. 👉Zhongwu Square: The sun-drying hut next to the square, with the sun-drying platform outside the window, is super suitable for taking close-up photos of people, and then incorporate elements such as chili peppers and pumpkins for posing, it is amazing🤩. 👉Liushun Hall Entrance: There are persimmon trees, and when the persimmons are ripe, they are paired with Huizhou-style buildings and blue sky, the picture is beautiful😍. 🧳Travel guide: 🚗Transportation: For external transportation, you can take the high-speed train to Wuyuan Station, and then transfer to a tourist bus to the scenic area, which is very convenient😎. There are cable cars and sightseeing cars inside the scenic area, and you can overlook the terraced fields by taking the cable car, the scenery is amazing🤩. 🎫Tickets: The ticket price is CNY 137, including round-trip cable car, or you can choose to stay in a homestay halfway up the mountain and go up the mountain from the Xiaoyong Village entrance, so the ticket is CNY 120, isn't it very cost-effective😉. 🏠Accommodation: There are Sun Drying Beautiful Homestay, Tianjie Hotel, Yishanju, etc. in the scenic area, it is convenient to get up early to take photos of empty scenes, which is amazing👍. The homestay halfway up the mountain is cost-effective, and the accommodation and dining at the foot of the mountain are more convenient, you can choose according to your needs🤔. 🗺Travel route: On the first day, you can take the cable car up the mountain or drive up the mountain, then go to Huaxi Water Street, Liushun Hall Persimmon Tree, Wanjia Lights, have a meal at Tianjie Restaurant, and experience the Secret Hot Spring at night, which is super comfortable😎. On the second day, visit the Sun Drying Workshop, Wugui Hall, Sun Drying House Viewing Platform, Yixin Building, Photography Bar, etc., and then you can return🤗. 🍱Food: There are Wuyuan specialties such as steamed pork with rice flour, tofu pudding, Wuyuan steamed cake, Qingming cake, etc., and you can also taste Chinese red carp, cold water pond fish, etc., you must try them, they are really super delicious😋. ⚠Notes: Be sure to check the weather forecast in advance and bring appropriate clothing and rain gear, otherwise it will be troublesome if it rains😒. There are many steps in the scenic area, so wear comfortable sports shoes or hiking shoes, and remember to book tickets and accommodation in advance during the peak tourist season, otherwise there may be no place to stay, which is speechless😒.

📍Address: Huangling Village, Jiangwan Town, Wuyuan County, Shangrao City 🌟🌟 🎫Tickets: Entrance ticket + cable car + sightseeing bus: CNY 145 ✅Transportation 🚄High-speed rail: Arrive at Wuyuan Station, and take the tourist bus to Huangling Scenic Area on the right side of the station. Ticket price: CNY 19, travel time: approx. 50 mins 🚌 🚗Self-driving: Navigate to the parking lot of Huangling Scenic Area, and take the cable car up the mountain after parking 🅿️ ✅Best time to visit Mid-November to mid-December, when the persimmons in Wuyuan are ripe, the chrysanthemums are harvested, and the tallow trees and red maples change color, making the fall scenery the most romantic 🍁🍂 🏠Accommodation recommendations 🏨Inside the scenic area: Huangling Shaiqiu Meisu, Yishanju Meisu, Tianjie Hotel, where you can enjoy the night view of the ancient village and the tranquil scenery in the morning, but the price is relatively high 🌃 🏨Outside the scenic area: There are many homestays with high cost performance near the cable car entrance and Xiaoyong Village, and some homestay owners can provide pick-up and drop-off services 🍛Food recommendations 🥘Tianjie Restaurant: Enjoy authentic and hearty Shaiqiu Banquet 🍲 🍜Snack Street: Special snacks such as oil lamp fried corn cake, sweet potato cake, steamed cake, Qingming fruit, and braised pork with preserved vegetables 🍘 ☕Huaxi Water Street: Experience Western cuisine at the rural Michelin restaurant 🙈Travel route Take the cable car up the mountain from the ancient village, and the route is Zhushan Academy - Patriotic Wall - Shai Workshop - Tianjie - Tianjie Archway - No. 3 Viewing Platform - Leixin Bridge 🌉After crossing the glass bridge, you can return the same way, or return to the ancient village via No. 2 and No. 1 Viewing Platforms, or take the terraced cable car down the mountain directly 🚡 🕹️Check-in attractions 📸Shai Workshop: Experience the Shaiqiu culture up close and overlook the staggered Shaiqiu scenes 👀 📸Wugui Hall: A popular photo spot for Shaiqiu, and a great place to enjoy the sunset 🪟 📸Photography Bar: Capture the beautiful sunset, evening glow, and night view 📷 📸Shaiqiu Platform: The highest point of the ancient village, where you can overlook the whole village 🌄 📸Huaxi Water Street: Suitable for ancient costume photography in the morning, like a fairyland 🧚‍♀️ 📸Village Square: A photo spot for the ancient village on the cliff, and the 500-year-old ginkgo tree at the entrance of the village has turned yellow, which is very spectacular 🌳 The fall in Huangling is a colorful picture. Come and check in!

| Soak in a Hot Spring and Watch the Sunset in an Ancient Cliffside Village! If I hadn't seen it with my own eyes, I would never have known that China's most beautiful village could be this beautiful! No wonder it was selected by National Geographic. This is Wuyuan Huangling Scenic Area in Jiangxi, located on the cliffside of a mountain with "no three feet of flat land." The Huizhou-style buildings of varying heights hide the last traces of autumn. I discovered that Huangling not only has stunning autumn scenery, but also a secret hot spring on the mountainside. Soaking in the hot spring on the edge of the ancient village cliff while enjoying the autumn scenery is simply too comfortable! Travel Tips: 🚄Transportation Wuhan Station to Wuyuan Station in 3 hours. There is a direct shuttle bus to the scenic area for 20 yuan per person, or you can choose to carpool for 30 yuan per person. Very convenient. 🏞Tickets Scenic area ticket + cable car: 145 yuan per person. If you have enough time, be sure to stay overnight in the scenic area. During the day, walk along the ancient Huizhou path, admire the pink walls and black tiles, and see the red persimmons and maple leaves. The corn and peppers drying in the sun form a unique landscape. 🏡Accommodation We stayed at Yishanju Meisu, which is built on the mountain. The location at the top of the mountain is great, offering a panoramic view of the beautiful autumn scenery, allowing you to see the entire Huangling Scenic Area from the balcony of your room. 🍡Food In addition to the snack street, there is a Tianjie Restaurant in the scenic area, where you can have breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Highly recommend the specialty dishes "Huangling Sun-dried Autumn" and "Goldfish in a Purse," which are super delicious! The ingredients are very fresh! Photo Spots 1. Yishan Secret Hot Spring Recently opened! The water quality is great, and it's also great for photos. Now, staying at the homestay includes free hot springs. 2. Wuguitang Viewing Platform This is the best spot I found for both scenery and people. 3. Lucky Persimmon Tree This persimmon tree is the best-growing one in the entire scenic area, and being hit by a persimmon there is a good omen for "good things" to happen. 4. Huaxi Water Street A street built along the water, with small bridges and flowing water, and a stone-paved street with a Jiangnan atmosphere. Actually, the entire scenic area is great for photos. The late autumn scenery combined with the charm of the ancient village creates a rustic atmosphere that makes for great photos.

[MapleLeaf] A unique fireworks tour awaits you in Wuyuan Huangling in December. As the footsteps of autumn gradually deepen, the scenery of Huangling becomes more and more charming. The golden rice fields and fiery red maple leaves are intertwined into vivid autumn pictures, which decorate the hillside like a poem. From bustling Shanghai, it only takes about three hours by high-speed rail to reach Wuyuan Station. After exiting the station, you can choose to take a taxi or take a bus to Huangling Scenic Area. Although the taxi takes about forty or fifty minutes, the scenery along the way is definitely worth your patience. Upon arrival at the scenic spot, you will be deeply attracted by the tranquility and beauty here. Regarding accommodation, there are three hotels for you to choose from within the Huangling Scenic Area: Huangling Sun Autumn Beauty Accommodation, Huangling Reliance Mountain Residence Beauty and Huangling Sky Street Hotel. These three hotels are excellent partners of the scenic spot, providing comfortable accommodation and attentive service. Of course, if you want to be closer to nature, you can also choose other accommodation outside the scenic area. At check-in, you can take a taxi directly to the visitor center location. Next to the visitor center is the hotel office, which is very convenient. It is recommended that you stay in the scenic area so that you can enjoy the beautiful scenery of the scenic area more freely. Especially during peak tourist periods, living in the scenic area can avoid crowds and give you more time to enjoy the tranquility. In your room, if conditions permit, try to choose a room with a balcony. In this way, you can enjoy the beautiful autumn scenery of Huangling without leaving home. Whether it’s the early morning sunshine or the evening glow, it will add endless fun to your trip. Wuyuan Huangling in December not only has spectacular autumn scenery, but also has rich cultural heritage and food waiting for you to discover. Here, you will experience a dream journey through the world of fireworks, making your trip full of surprises and memories. I wish you an unforgettable trip in Wuyuan Yuling! Wuyuan Yuling