[2025 Wugang Attraction] Travel Guide for Yunshan National Forest Park (Updated May)

🌄Friends, you really must visit Shaoyang! It has stunning natural scenery, rich historical heritage, and mouth-watering cuisine. Today I'm sharing the most complete travel guide for Shaoyang in May, immersing you in its charm 🎈 🌸 Best time to visit: In May, Shaoyang has temperatures around 20℃, neither hot nor cold, with perfect sunshine. The mountain vegetation is lush and wildflowers bloom freely, making it ideal for outdoor activities. Whether hiking or flower viewing, it's truly delightful 🌷 ✈️ How to get there: • By air: Shaoyang Wugang Airport is about 30 km from downtown. After landing, you can take the airport shuttle or a taxi to the city center. • By train: Shaoyang has several train stations. Shaoyang Station is in the city center with convenient transportation; Shaoyang North Station is a high-speed rail station with frequent trains, including direct high-speed trains from Changsha, Guangzhou, and other cities. • By car: Multiple highways pass through Shaoyang, making it easily accessible by long-distance buses from surrounding cities. 🗺️ Must-visit attractions • Langshan National Scenic Area: A World Natural Heritage site, famous for its Danxia landforms, known as "the soul of Danxia, national treasure." The whale-shaped rock at Bajiao Zhai, the "world's first alley" at Tianyi Alley, and the uniquely shaped Chili Peak all showcase nature's magnificent craftsmanship. • Nanshan Pasture: A natural grassland in southern China, known as the "Southern Hulunbuir." Here you can see herds of cattle and sheep, go horseback riding, and experience the vastness of the grassland. At night, lying in a yurt counting stars is incredibly atmospheric. • Baishui Cave Scenic Area: Beautiful mountains with a unique "one-line sky" wonder, deep valleys, and babbling streams that make you feel like you're in a fairyland. Various waterfalls along the way, such as the White Dragon Cave Waterfall, are magnificent during the rainy summer season. • Yunshan National Forest Park: High forest coverage and fresh air make it a natural oxygen bar. From the mountaintop, you can overlook magnificent sea of clouds and see ancient temples, experiencing a peaceful atmosphere. • Huayao Ancient Village: Preserves the unique folk culture of the Huayao people, with colorful costumes, passionate singing and dancing, and exquisite embroidery. You can deeply understand the life of Huayao people and experience different ethnic customs. • Suining Quyou Valley: Lush greenery and crystal-clear streams make it feel like a paradise. The Liue Waterfall plunges from a height, creating a magnificent scene, and if you're lucky, you might see rainbows formed by the waterfall. • Tianmen Mountain Scenic Area: Ride the sightseeing cable car over cliffs and deep valleys, which look like a fairyland when surrounded by clouds and mist. The thrilling glass walkway is worth challenging for an adrenaline rush. • Baoqing Prefecture Ancient City Wall: One of the best-preserved city walls in Hunan Province. Walking on the wall feels like traveling back in time to experience Shaoyang's historical changes. 📅 2-day itinerary: • Day 1: ◦ Morning: After arriving in Shaoyang, head to Langshan National Scenic Area to visit Bajiao Zhai and admire the spectacular Danxia peaks. ◦ Noon: Taste local specialties like Langshan firewood-smoked bacon near the scenic area. ◦ Afternoon: Visit Tianyi Alley Scenic Area and experience the thrilling "world's first alley." ◦ Evening: Return to the city, stroll along Baoqing Prefecture Ancient City Wall to enjoy the night view, then have a bowl of Shaoyang rice noodles. • Day 2: ◦ Morning: Visit Nanshan Pasture to experience horseback riding, feeding sheep and cattle, and enjoying the grassland scenery. ◦ Noon: Taste whole roasted lamb, hand-pulled lamb meat, and other delicacies at the pasture. ◦ Afternoon: Head to Suining Quyou Valley, walk through the valley to appreciate the natural scenery, and visit the Liue Waterfall. ◦ Evening: End your pleasant journey and prepare to return home. 🍱 What to eat: • Shaoyang Rice Noodles: With a long history, these chewy noodles are served with beef, wood ear mushrooms, tofu, and other toppings, plus a broth made from beef bones and chili oil. The aroma is irresistible, and you'll fall in love at first bite. • Blood Sausage Meatballs: Also known as blood cake with tofu, made from tofu, pork, and pig's blood, then dried and smoked. The smoky flavor is rich, and they can be stir-fried or steamed, with a crispy outside and tender inside. • Wugang Braised Dishes: Wugang is known as the "capital of braised dishes." Whether meat or bean products, everything is braised to perfection. Braised bronze goose is tender, and braised tofu has just the right amount of saltiness with a rich flavor. • Chengbu Oil Tea: A local specialty made by roasting glutinous rice, soybeans, and peanuts, then adding tea broth made with tea leaves and ginger. It has a complex flavor profile—fragrant, salty, bitter, spicy, and sweet—and helps dispel dampness and cold. • Toothpick Beef: Made from premium beef tenderloin marinated and skewered on toothpicks, then deep-fried and stir-fried. It has a bright red color and a spicy, chewy texture. 🏠 Where to stay: • Luxury: Shaoyang Xianglin Wyndham Grand Hotel offers luxurious room facilities, with some rooms featuring bathtubs for a great experience. • High-end: Jun Yulan Ting Hotel with its fashionable modern design; Weiyuan International Hotel (Shaoyang High-speed Railway Station) has a convenient location and rich breakfast. • Comfortable: Jinxiu Tianyuan Hotel (Shaoyang High-speed Railway Station) is close to the high-speed railway station for convenient travel; Lavande Hotel (Wugang) offers convenient parking and delicious breakfast. ⚠️ Tips: • May in Shaoyang can be rainy, so remember to bring rain gear. • When visiting mountainous areas, wear comfortable sneakers or hiking boots for easy walking. • When tasting local food, if you can't handle spicy food, remember to ask for less chili. • Prices in scenic areas may be higher, so it's advisable to bring some snacks and water. Shaoyang is truly a hidden gem for tourism. Whether it's natural scenery or cultural cuisine, it will bring you a unique travel experience. Pack your bags and start an unforgettable journey to Shaoyang 💕

#discoverchina 1️⃣ Langshan Scenic Area 🌄 | Known for its stunning Danxia landforms and breathtaking peaks. 2️⃣ Nanshan Pasture 🐏 | Peaceful grasslands perfect for relaxing and enjoying nature. 3️⃣ Baishuidong Scenic Area 💦 | Beautiful waterfalls, caves, and lush greenery, ideal for nature lovers. 4️⃣ Huangshang National Nature Reserve 🌳 | Pristine forests and diverse wildlife, offering a truly natural experience. 5️⃣ Yunshan National Forest Park 🌲 | Serene mountain views and refreshing outdoor adventures. From majestic landscapes to serene escapes, these are the top places to experience the best of Shaoyang! 🌿✨ #thingstodo

[Star] No need to go far, Hunan has a beautiful prairie, blue sky grassland complement each other, go to the mountains to feel the summer wind, located in Shaoyang's Yinan Mountain Ranch. It has both the vastness and majesty of the northern grasslands and the ethereal magic of the mountains and rivers of the south of the Yangtze River. It is known as the "Hulun Bell of the South". Here: hiking and camping, sunrise and sea of ​​clouds, alpine meadows, occasional cattle, beautiful! Must visit [Star] 1. Yunshan Scenic Spot [RoundNails]: West side of Yunshan Avenue, Xinning County, Shaoyang City, Hunan Province [1:30]:8:00-17:30 💰: Line A 180 yuan, line B 130 yuan 2. South Mountain Ranch [RoundNails]: Shenquan Mountain Mansion, Nanshan Town, Chengbu Miao Autonomous County, Shaoyang City, Hunan Province [1:30]:00:00-24:00 💰:55 yuan 3. Baishui Cave [RoundNails]: Yantang Town, Xinshao County, Shaoyang City, Hunan Province [1:30]: 8:00-17:30 💰:90 yuan 4. Huangsang National Nature Reserve [RoundNails]: Group 2, Shangbao Village, Zhai City, Jining County, Shaoyang City, Hunan Province [1:30]: 00:00-24:00 💰: Open for free 5. Cloud Mountain National Forest Park [RoundNails]: No. 46, Yulong Road, Faxiangyan Street, Wugang City, Shaoyang City, Hunan Province [1:30]:8:00-17:30 💰:50 yuan 6. Huayao Ancient Village [RoundNails]: Inside the Dahuayao Tiger-Shaped Mountain Scenic Area, Group 2, Chongmutai Village, Huxingshan Yao Township, Longhui County, Shaoyang City, Hunan Province (east side) [1:30]:00:00-24:00 💰: Open for free 7. Cai Zun’s former residence [RoundNails]: 280 meters west of the Caijun Hometown Cultural Expo Park in Caijun Village, Caijun Township, Daxiang District, Shaoyang City, Hunan Province [1:30]: 9:00-17:00 (closed Mondays) 💰: Open for free 8. Shaoyang North Tower [RoundNails]: 097 Road, North Tower District, Shaoyang City, Hunan Province [1:30]:00:00-24:00 💰: Open for free 9. Shaoyang City Museum [RoundNails]: North side of Shaoyang Avenue, Shuangqing District, Shaoyang City, Hunan Province [1:30]: 9:00-17:00 (closed Mondays) 💰: Open for free ⚠️小贴士： Alpine grasslands have cooler temperatures and a larger temperature difference between morning and evening, so it’s advisable to bring a thick jacket and long pants. In addition, beauty-loving girls remember to do enough sunscreen during the day, after all, UV rays will not be sympathetic to you! Drivers who drive up the hill, remember to drive cautiously and never honk the horn for a long time, so as not to scare the cattle and cause unnecessary danger.

In the small town of Shaoyang, Hunan, let time slow down • Shaoyang Wufeng Rice noodles are delicious, marinated dishes are delicious The cold water with vinegar evokes memories of Xiushan in Chongqing

Wugang Yunshan National Forest Park, a blessed place Wugang Yunshan is named after the clouds. Song Gaozong recorded Zhao Gou sighing: "Yunshan has 71 peaks, and the clouds are ever-changing." Yunshan is more than 20 minutes' drive from Wugang city, and the ticket price is 45 yuan. The scenic area integrates famous places of historical sites, famous ancient temples, streams and forests, with magical clouds, secluded forests, strange mountains and beautiful waters. You can trace the Yunxi River, climb to the top of the clouds, admire the cloud scenery, pray at Shengli Temple, and feel the beauty of the Liujiu blessed land. Liu Wenhui of the Qing Dynasty once wrote: "The mountain is named after the cloud, and the cloud is the mountain. Clouds are born on the mountain tops and the mountain buries the clouds. The mountain is still and the clouds are moving, and the clouds are uncertain. It is difficult to distinguish between many clouds and few mountains." Not only the Yunshan Mountain, but the clouds of the entire Wugang are so beautiful that people can't get enough of them~ If you are going to climb Yunshan Mountain all the way, you can go to the east entrance from the main entrance. Go in, climb the mountain all the way through Yunxi, waterfalls, and the glass plank road viewing platform to reach Shengli Temple, which takes about three hours. After a short rest at Shengli Temple, there is a sign indicating a one-meter-wide stone staircase leading to the top of the mountain (it takes about an hour to hike to the top). There is a three-story fire lookout tower on the top of the mountain. You can go up the stairs to the roof to overlook the peaks and view the clouds in 360°. Then take another road to Luhou Palace, follow the gravel road to Fengchekou Service Center, then from Sister Pavilion to Shengli Temple (about an hour), and return along the original route. The round trip takes about eight hours. If you don’t want to be too tired from hiking, you can drive to the windmill mouth and Walk for half an hour from the bus stop to Shengli Temple, climb to the top after praying, and then come down from Luhou Palace. It's just a small loop. The whole journey takes about 2-3 hours. Kind tips There is almost nothing to sell along the way, so it is recommended to bring enough water and food. Shengli Temple does not sell food or drinks, but you can get clean mountain spring water inside the temple. Shengli Temple was helpless when it encountered tourists who did not bring enough food. !!!!!!Leave no trace tour starts with us. It is really hard for the mountain staff to climb the mountain and clean and collect garbage every day. All supplies halfway up the mountain have to be carried up by manpower or horses. It would be great if you could take your own trash with you.

Traffic guide:🚙 High-speed rail: Take the high-speed rail to Shaoyang High-speed Railway Station or Dongkou County High-speed Railway Station, then take a bus to Wugang City, and then take a bus or taxi in the urban area directly to Yunshan Banshan Scenic Area. Self-driving: Starting from Changsha, passing through Loudi and Shaoyang, and passing Changshaolou Expressway, Erguang Expressway, Shanghai-Kunming Expressway, and Dongxin Expressway, you will reach the scenic spot. Hiking tips: ✔️ ⚠️The west gate of Yunshan Scenic Area is the entrance for climbing. The Wugang Yunshan Visitor Center is located here, and the self-driving camping base is also nearby. Go to the west gate and navigate to "Wugang Yunshan Forest Park". It takes more than 3 hours to climb from the bottom of the mountain to the "Sister Pavilion" on the top of the mountain. If you are slow, please prepare 5 hours. If you want to go to the highest peak of Yunshan, Zixiao Peak, you need to prepare more than 1 hour. The East Gate of Wugang Yunshan Scenic Area is the entrance for self-driving camping, and the ticket collection place is halfway up the mountain. It takes at least 40 minutes to get from the bottom of the mountain to the top. The east and west gates are quite far apart, so it is recommended to only go to one.