To cross the Flaming Mountains, one must seek the help of Princess Iron Fan to borrow the Banana Fan

❤Recommended Reason: The Flaming Mountains Grand Scenic Area in Turpan is composed of three sets of red strata from the Jurassic, Cretaceous, Tertiary, and Quaternary periods, with the colors dominated by orange-red and brown-red sandstone and mudstone. It is referred to as the 'Mountain of Fiery Flames' in the 'Classic of Mountains and Seas' and called 'Kezil Tak' in Uighur, meaning 'Red Mountain'. During the Sui and Tang dynasties, it was also known as 'Chishishan'. In the hot summer, the exposed surface layer can reach temperatures of up to 75°C under the baking sun. Those who have watched 'Running Man' might remember, as one of the episodes was set in the Flaming Mountains, which is a larger and relatively earlier developed grand scenic spot. 📍Detailed Address: Turpan, Gaochang District, Xinjiang Uighur Autonomous Region, on National Highway 312 🚗Travel Strategy: Self-driving 🕙Opening Hours: 9:30-19:30 💰Ticket Price: 40 yuan 🌟Highlights: The thermometer of the Monkey King's golden cudgel ⏳Tour Route: The overall area is quite large, with many facilities and sculptural figures. After entering through the entrance, you pass through a large square to enter the exhibition hall; the exhibition hall is very beautiful and grand, allowing for leisurely appreciation. In the middle of the exhibition hall is an open-air small square, with a golden cudgel standing in the center, where tourists are checking in and taking photos! Outside the exhibition hall, there are various scenes and character sculptures from 'Journey to the West' 🐵 📌Little Tips: There are currently two scenic areas for the Flaming Mountains, adjacent to each other, each charging separate admission fees. The two viewing spots are roughly similar, so if you're short on time, visiting one is enough! The golden cudgel thermometer is located in the newly developed scenic area outside, while the grand scenic area is a bit further back!