Huangshan

After visiting the Five Great Mountains, no other peaks will impress you; after seeing Huangshan, even the Five Great Mountains pale in comparison🌄! The beauty of Huangshan must be experienced firsthand to truly understand—this guide will help you explore Huangshan with ease~ 🚶‍♂️2-Day Essential Itinerary DAY1: 📍Yungu Temple Cable Car (15-minute ride directly to White Goose Ridge) 📍Shixin Peak (towering strange pines, perfect for photos) 📍Black Tiger Pine - Beihai Scenic Area (see the "Dream Brush Blooming with Flowers") 📍Xihai Grand Canyon (must-try viral mini train ride) 📍Bright Summit Peak (best spot for sunset and sea of clouds) 🌙Stay: Bright Summit Hotel (book at least 1 month in advance) DAY2: 📍Bright Summit Peak (wake up at 5 AM for sunrise) 📍Flying Over Rock (filming location for the 1987 *Dream of the Red Chamber*) 📍One-Line Sky - Hundred-Step Cloud Ladder (thrilling hiking experience) 📍Welcoming Guest Pine (check out the iconic landmark from textbooks) 📍Yuping Cable Car descent (end your perfect trip) ⚠️Practical Tips: 1. Must-have gear: trekking poles, non-slip shoes, raincoat (weather changes quickly) 2. Ticket booking: Reserve in advance via *Huangshan Official Tourism Platform*—onsite tickets may be limited 3. Hiking advice: Take the outer loop at Xihai Grand Canyon for more spectacular views 4. Sunrise time: ~6:30 AM in winter / ~5:15 AM in summer—arrive early for a good spot 5. Mountain prices: Bottled water costs ¥15; bring a thermos for free warm water 🍲Food Recommendations: ✔Tunxi Old Street: Wang Yitiao Wontons (30-year-old establishment) ✔Huangshan specialties: Stinky Mandarin Fish (smelly but delicious), Hairy Tofu (unique texture) ✔Souvenirs: Huangshan Baked Sesame Cakes (try fresh ones from *Chao Gang*), Taiping Houkui Tea ⛺Accommodation Tips: ✅Mountain hotels: Bright Summit/Paiyun Tower have the best locations—book early! ✅Foot-of-mountain stays: Tangkou Town is budget-friendly, 15-minute drive to the scenic area ✅Luxury experience: Boutique B&Bs by Bixiyue Reservoir offer stunning views (Pro tip: Avoid weekends and holidays for fewer crowds~)