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Journey to the Mountains and Seas: Exploring the Romance and Poetry of Laojun Mountain

"Embark on a celestial feast for the eyes, witness the splendor of this earthly paradise" – The beauty of Laojun Mountain can only be truly understood when seen with your own eyes! Without further ado, here's your guide👇 1. Transportation Guide 🚗 - External Transport: - High-speed rail: Arrive at Luoyang Longmen Station, then take a bus to Luanchuan from Longmen Bus Station (approx. 2 hours, ~¥50). - Self-drive: Navigate directly to "Laojun Mountain Scenic Area" with parking available. - Internal Transport: - Cable cars: Level 1 cable car (Zhongling/Yunjing) round trip ¥130 (base to Zhongtianmen); Level 2 cable car (Fenglin) round trip ¥80 (Zhongtianmen to Shili Huaping entrance). Recommended to save time/energy. - Shuttle bus: ¥10/person from visitor center to cable station. 2. Essentials 🧳 ID, student card (if applicable), warm jacket (cold summit even in summer), anti-slip shoes, power bank, sunscreen, rain gear, cash, motion sickness meds, etc. 3. Food Recommendations 🍜 - Luanchuan tofu: Local specialty with spring water, crispy outside/tender inside. - Heyu stew soup: Hearty winter warmer with rich broth. - Acorn jelly: Chewy, spicy-sour summer refreshment. 4. Accommodation 🏠 - Summit: Golden Peak Hostel beds ¥100-150 (basic, ideal for sunrise); temple-area B&Bs ¥300-600 (peak season). - Base/mid-mountain: Zhongtianmen hotels ¥200-400/night; Luanchuan town lodgings ¥100-200/night (self-drive friendly). 5. Itineraries 🕙 - One-day route (efficient): Visitor center → Level 1 cable → Zhongtianmen → Level 2 cable → Shili Huaping → Golden Peak temples (Jade Emperor Summit, Liangbao Terrace) → descend. - Two-day trek: Day1 hike/cable to summit (overnight); Day2 sunrise → Shili Huaping → descend via cable. - Night climb (summer only): Start ~10PM (6-8hr hike), sunrise at summit, descend by cable. Requires booking, bring flashlight/warm layers. ❗Tips: Check weather; avoid weekend cable queues; pack out trash; night climbs require companions. Pack your bags for a fairy-tale adventure at Laojun Mountain! 💕 #LaojunMountain #LaojunTravelGuide #HenanTravel
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