So stunning! The UNESCO World Heritage site Guifeng Mountain hides Jiangxi’s most breathtaking Danxia landscapes

Jiangxi is not just about Lushan! This Guifeng Mountain tucked away in Yiyang completely won me over — a travel blogger who has checked in at over 30 famous mountains. The fairy-like scenery featured in Journey to the West, the unique “mountains all shaped like turtles,” and the boutique, upscale vibe you can enjoy for just over 500 RMB per person — it’s seriously underrated! 🌈【Top 5 Must-Visit Spots at Guifeng Mountain — Missing Them Is Missing Out】 1. Boat Ride on Qingshui Lake 🚤 See “Old Man Peak” and “Three-layered Turtle” from a new perspective, with clear water reflecting the Danxia cliffs. Sailing on the blue waves feels like wandering inside a painting. 📸 Hidden shot: When the boat reaches the lake’s center, turn around to capture the mountain’s reflection. Before 10 a.m., the light is soft and the water looks like it’s sprinkled with silver fragments. 2. Camel Peak Sky Ladder 🧗 A nearly vertical suspended staircase embedded in the cliff wall. Climb up using hands and feet, then turn around to see thousands of acres of Danxia stretching to the horizon. The wind carries a sense of conquest! ⚠️ Not for those afraid of heights! Wear non-slip shoes and hold the handrails tightly while climbing slowly. 3. Millennium-old Guifeng Temple 🕯️ A Tang Dynasty ancient temple nestled in a mountain hollow. At the entrance stands a 300-year-old camphor tree with lush branches. Sunlight filters through the leaves onto the bluestone slabs, filling the air with Zen vibes. 💡 Bonus: You can get a “Turtle-shaped Blessing Plaque” (30 RMB each) at the temple. Tie the red ribbon on the ancient camphor tree for an instant vintage filter effect. 4. Glass Walkway Sunset Chase 🌅 Around 6:30-7:00 p.m. (summer), the golden sunset dyes the turtle-back rocks warm red. Standing on the glass walkway watching the Danxia cliffs dance with the setting sun, every photo you take is wallpaper-worthy. 5. Yiyang Opera Intangible Cultural Heritage Performance 🎭 Daily at 2:00 p.m. sharp in the Visitor Center plaza, this 600-year-old “living fossil of opera” features high-pitched yet melodious singing. After listening, you’ll feel like you’ve traveled back to an ancient theater stage. 🍜【Savor the Authentic Flavors of Jiangxi at Guifeng】 🔥 Must-try dishes ▪️ Yiyang Rice Cake: Made from local Dahe rice, stir-fried until sticky and stretchy, wrapped with greens and cured meat — a soul-stirring bite. ▪️ Guifeng Braised Pork: Pork belly with alternating fat and lean layers paired with preserved mustard greens, steamed until tender but not greasy. At a countryside restaurant for 35 RMB per serving, it goes perfectly with two big bowls of rice. 📍 Recommended spot: “Lao Biao Ren Jia” — the owner is warm and welcoming, and after your meal, you get a complimentary homemade bayberry wine, slightly sweet with a hint of tartness, refreshing and palate-cleansing. 🏡【Where to Stay? Three Options to Suit Every Need】 ✔️ Lazy option: Guifeng Holiday Hotel inside the scenic area, with mountain views right outside your window, breakfast included, around 500+ RMB per night, and a 10-minute walk to the attractions. ✔️ Artsy choice: Yiyang Qinlu Daoyuan, featuring Hui-style white walls and black tiles with a book bar, about 150 RMB per person, where you can listen to insects and stargaze at night. ✔️ Best value: Guesthouses at the scenic area entrance, 80-120 RMB per night, clean and tidy, and the owners can help plan your itinerary. 📸【Photo Tips — Dress to Impress】 👗 Outfit suggestions: ▫️ The Danxia backdrop is so striking, wear a white or bright yellow dress. Standing in front of the red cliffs, you’ll look like you have a built-in reflector — fresh and eye-catching. ▫️ Guifeng Temple is perfect for Hanfu (available for rent in the scenic area at 50 RMB/set). Flowing wide sleeves on the bluestone path make you look like you stepped out of an ancient poem. 💬 Interaction time: 1️⃣ “If you could add a tag to Guifeng, what would you write______?” 2️⃣ “Who do you most want to watch the Danxia sunset with? come join this mountain and water rendezvous!” 🚗【Transport & Tips to Avoid Pitfalls — Save Yourself Some Trouble】 📍 Address: Yiyang County, Shangrao, Jiangxi 🚄 High-speed rail is most convenient: Take a taxi for 15 minutes (about 20 RMB) from Yiyang Station directly to the scenic area. 🚌 Bus: From Shangrao East Bus Station to Yiyang, 1.5 hours/25 RMB, then transfer to a local bus to the scenic area. ⚠️ Pitfall warnings: ▪️ Some mountain roads close on rainy days, so check the weather forecast before you go! ▪️ The 35 RMB scenic area shuttle is a must-buy, covering all attractions. Walking alone will tire you out to the point of questioning life. ▪️ Don’t trust “guiding villagers” at the entrance; buy tickets directly at the Visitor Center for a hassle-free experience. 🗺️【2 Days 1 Night Itinerary to Capture the Essence】 Day 1: Visitor Center → Boat ride on Qingshui Lake → Blessing at Guifeng Temple → Climb Camel Peak → Glass Walkway sunset → Stay in the scenic area Day 2: Early morning mist photos → Yiyang Opera performance → Visit Dieshan Academy → Enjoy stir-fried rice cake before heading back Xu Xiake once marveled, “Guifeng on the river is rare in the world.” The beauty here is the wonder of Danxia, the tranquility of the ancient temple, and the vitality of intangible heritage — blended together, making you never want to leave once you arrive. This autumn, why not come to Guifeng for a mountain and water rendezvous~