Guangdong's Own "Shangri-La," A Four-Season Wonderland

**Xinfeng Yunjisan Scenic Area Travel Guide** **📍 Location** Yunjisan Provincial Nature Reserve in Xinfeng County, Shaoguan City, Guangdong Province, about 2.5 hours drive from Guangzhou. A hidden gem destination in the Pearl River Delta for "summer retreat + autumn viewing + hiking," famous for its "four treasures": maple leaves, hot springs, ancient villages, and waterfalls. --- **🌟 Why Visit** ✅ **Rare mountain red leaves in Guangdong**—From November to December, mountains are covered with maple leaves, creating a painting-like landscape. ✅ **Beautiful in all seasons**: Spring for azaleas, summer for cooling stream treks, autumn for red leaves, winter for hot springs. ✅ **Authentic natural experience**: Few crowds, serene scenery, waterfalls, bamboo forests, and ancient villages preserving natural charm. ✅ **Both relaxing and challenging**: Suitable for family leisure trips and outdoor enthusiasts looking for hiking challenges. --- **🔥 Must-Visit Attractions** 1. **Yunjisan Main Peak (Apo Ji)** - At 1,438m elevation, summit offers panoramic mountain views, with giant rocks resembling a hair bun. Spectacular sunrise and sea of clouds (3-4 hour climb). 2. **Red Leaf Viewing Area** - Best from late November to December, maple and acer trees blend from the foot to mid-mountain. Recommended photo spot: near Xinyuan Waterfall. 3. **Xinfeng River Source Waterfall Group** - Three-tiered 100m waterfalls (Ancient Town Falls, Wenxian Falls, Qinglong Falls), refreshing in summer, with bamboo forest hideaways along the path. 4. **Yunjisan Ancient Town** - Hui-style architecture in an ancient village, with gray brick and black tile buildings perfect for photography, featuring Hakka cuisine and handicrafts. 5. **Hot Spring Resort Area** - Multiple hot spring hotels at the mountain base (such as Yuntianhai Hot Spring), ideal for relaxation after hiking, recommended in autumn and winter. --- **📌 Practical Tips** - **Admission**: 30 yuan/person, parking fee 10 yuan. - **Transportation**: Self-driving recommended, navigate to "Yunjisan Scenic Area"; or take a taxi from Xinfeng County (about 15 minutes). - **Accommodation**: Guesthouses at the mountain foot (budget) or hot spring hotels (high-end), "Yunjisan Residence" recommended. - **Food**: Hakka stuffed tofu, perilla duck, mountain snails; try fresh farm dishes at restaurants in the ancient town. --- **✨ Catchy Taglines** 🍁 **"Guangdong's autumn is hidden here! Enter Yunjisan's red leaf fairytale in November, miss it and wait another year!"** 🌿 **"Escape the crowds! This lesser-known magical mountain offers waterfalls, bamboo forests + hot springs and ancient villages, perfect for a weekend getaway!"** 📸 **"Every shot is Instagram-worthy! Climb to 'Apo Ji' and unlock magical views of sea clouds framed by giant rocks!"** --- **📢 Let's Go!** Yunjisan isn't a "Little Lushan," but a mountain poetry unique to Lingnan