Kongtong Mountain Autumn Fairy Tale | A Stunning Red Leaf Check-in Guide

Autumn at Kongtong Mountain is simply breathtaking! 🍁 The golden leaves look like the earth is wearing a warm wool sweater, and a gentle breeze turns the whole mountain into a rain of red leaves. Standing at the summit, you instantly become the protagonist of a fairy tale world! 📸 This is the perfect way to experience the beauty of autumn! 🔥 Just got back from Kongtong Mountain and stayed up late to organize this detailed guide! Highly recommend saving it first～ ✨ Super smooth route plan: ✅ 8:00 Arrive at the South Gate of the scenic area (Address: No. 6 Jingqu South Road, Pingliang City, Gansu Province) ✅ 8:15 Take the scenic area shuttle bus (15 minutes direct to the cable car station) ✅ 8:30 Take the cable car up the mountain 🚠 Overlook the stunning valley dyed in autumn colors along the way ✅ 9:00 Main Peak Viewing Platform (About 20 minutes on foot, enjoy a panoramic view of the surrounding mountains) 🌟 Must-visit photo spots: 1️⃣ Main Peak Viewing Platform - 360° panoramic photo spot 2️⃣ Sea of Clouds Viewing Platform - perfect for sunrise and sea of clouds shots 3️⃣ Red Leaf Forest Trail - maple leaf tunnel, great for photos 4️⃣ Cliffside Walkway - thrilling and incredibly photogenic 🚗 Transportation guide: ✔️ About 40 minutes driving from downtown ✔️ Parking lot at the scenic area entrance, 10 RMB/day ✔️ Bus No. 7 goes directly to the scenic area entrance 🏡 Accommodation suggestions: Homestays in Pingliang City (average 150-300 RMB) Farmhouses at the foot of Kongtong Mountain (more authentic experience) 💡 Super practical tips: 🔥 Try to arrive before 7 AM to avoid crowds 👟 Wear anti-slip hiking shoes! The mountain paths are really slippery 📱 Download the scenic area map in advance 🗺️ 🍫 Bring chocolate for energy boosts anytime 🧥 Windproof jacket is a must! P.S. Don’t miss the roasted potatoes and Longxi cured meat at the farmhouse below the mountain! (Highly recommended by the security uncle) 💌 Sisters, which mountain’s stunning autumn scenery do you want to know about next? Tell me in the comments~