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2-Day 1-Night Immortal Adventure at Mount Emei! Lazy Traveler's Guide Here!

DAY1 ⏰Morning: Take the high-speed train from Chengdu East Station, arriving at Mount Emei Station in 1.5 hours (⚠️Note: It's "Mount Emei Station," not "Emei Station"). A 15-minute taxi ride takes you to Baoguo Temple. With its red walls and ancient halls, the temple's morning bells and evening drums set the tone for a spiritual journey—start by lighting incense for blessings. ⏰Afternoon: Hop on a sightseeing bus straight to Leidongping (about 1.5 hours), then hike 20 minutes to Jieyin Temple. Switch to the Golden Summit Cable Car (a 6-minute ride through sea of clouds!). At 3,079 meters, head straight for the Statue of Samantabhadra—sunlight glinting off the 48-meter golden Buddha is pure magic✨. At dusk, watch the sunset at Sheshen Cliff, where golden clouds cascade like divine light. 🏡Overnight at Golden Summit: Stay at Golden Summit Hotel or Yangyishanfang—stargaze from your window and catch sunrise without rushing! Off-season rates start at 300+ per person; book early. ______  DAY2: 6:00 AM—Rush to the viewing platform! Dawn breaks as golden light pierces the clouds, illuminating the snow-capped peaks (spot Gongga Mountain in the distance!). Worth every penny📸. ⏰Light Hiking Route Down: Cable car back to Leidongping → Sightseeing bus to Wannian Temple parking lot → Cable car to Wannian Temple (millennium-old temple, featuring the Beamless Brick Hall and bronze statue of Samantabhadra on an elephant) → 1.5km walk through ancient trees at Bailong Cave → Arrive at Qingyin Pavilion for the zen sound of twin bridges → Cross the Yixiantian plank path → Watch playful monkeys at the Ecological Monkey Zone (⚠️Hide your snacks!). ______  🔥Must-Eat: Friends' Secret Pick—Qiaojiao Beef! Head straight to Ganniuren Qiaojiao Beef after descending. For just 40-50 RMB per person, feast until stuffed—their broth, simmered with fresh beef bones, is insanely rich. Try the fresh-cut yellow beef, boiled for 10 seconds—so tender it melts on your tongue! Blood Tofu Rice: Jelly-like texture + chili oil = three bowls easy! Sugar-glutinous rice cakes with crispy skin and molten brown sugar—dessert lovers will scream! _____ 📝Lazy Tips: * Outfit: Big temperature swings! Bring a jacket even in summer, plus sunhat and sneakers. * Transport: Choose Mount Emei Station for trains; sightseeing buses cover all scenic spots.
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Posted: Jul 29, 2025
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