Conquer the Leader of the Five Great Mountains

Ultimate Mount Tai Hiking Guide🔥 The foolproof hiking guide to conquer the leader of the Five Great Mountains is here! Choose between a 1-day power hike or a 2-day sunrise route! ⛰️One-Day Power Hike Route (8-10h): Hongmen Visitor Center → Wanxian Tower (🎫115) → Zhongtian Gate (supply station) → 18 Bends (steepest section⚠️) → Nantian Gate → Tianjie Street → Jade Emperor Peak (1545m summit check-in) 💡Tips: 1. Hiking poles are a must! Only ¥5 each at the base and super helpful 2. Bring Snickers + electrolyte drinks - instant noodles start at ¥15 on the mountain 🌄Two-Day Sunrise Route: Day1: Afternoon bus from Tianwaicun (¥35) → Zhongtian Gate → Overnight at Nantian Gate (book early!) Day2: Wake at 4am → Riguan Peak (bring down jacket!) → Bixia Temple → Cable car down 📸Must-Capture Spots: ✔️"Five Sacred Mountains Supreme" rock (matches the ¥5 bill) ✔️Jade Plate of Sea Clouds (best after rain) ✔️Tianjie Archway (stunning ancient-style night views) 🥘Food Guide: Summit breakfast: Shandong pancakes ¥10 all-you-can-eat Post-hike must-eat: Mount Tai Tofu Banquet (old-school spot on Hushan East Road) Souvenir: Taishan Shigandang figurines (cheapest near Dai Temple) ⚠️Hard-Won Lessons: 1. Don't believe "30-minute summit" scam drivers! 2. Older rental army coats are more windproof (bargain to ¥10) 3. Phone lanyard is essential - cliffside photos are risky 🚌Transport: Take Tourist Bus 1 from train station to Hongmen Direct shuttles available from Tai'an Station