Jiangxi is going crazy! The Danxia secret realm praised by Xu Xiake! A must-see in this lifetime

How many treasures does Jiangxi really hide?! Shangrao Guifeng, a "world-class double crown scenic area" (World Natural Heritage + Global Geopark), boasts stunning Danxia landforms and ultra-low crowds, making it the ultimate reverse crowd-avoidance spot, and it’s surprisingly not overcrowded‼️ Xu Xiake’s words “Guifeng on the river is rare in the world” truly hold up, with red mountains and clear waters painting a picturesque scene! 🌟 Three core highlights, missing out would be a shame! ✅ Unique Danxia wonder: "No mountain without a turtle, no stone without a turtle," 36 peaks gather wonder, danger, spirit, and skill, like a mini "Danxia Museum" ✅ Few people, peaceful, no lines: Developed late to avoid crowds, enjoy the tranquility of the forest while hiking, no need to hunt for photo angles ✅ Amazing perks: Recite excerpts from "Lovely China" to get free admission, unbeatable value 🇨🇳 🚗 Transportation Guide (2025 latest) 🚄 High-speed rail travelers: Exit Yiyang Station and catch Bus No. 2 or the double-decker tourist bus, 3 RMB/person, 20 minutes direct ride, super convenient 🚗 Self-driving travelers: Navigate to "Guifeng Visitor Service Center," parking 10 RMB/day, surface lot has new energy vehicle charging stations, no range anxiety 📍 Nearby tours: 8 km from Yiyang Reclining Buddha, 5 km from Nanyan Temple, can be combined into a one-day deep tour 💰 Tickets & Accommodation (Best value king) 🎫 Ticket options: Basic ticket 80 RMB (includes sightseeing bus): Direct access to three hiking trails, discounts for students/seniors Combo ticket 160 RMB (includes ticket + sightseeing bus + boat): Unlock the stunning "Water Reflecting Danxia" view, often discounted to 99 RMB on TikTok Free admission perks: Visitors born in the Year of the Snake and returning Jiangxi natives with return tickets can enter free (details on the official WeChat account) 🏡 Accommodation recommendations: ✅ Huajianling · Bishui Danxin: Republic of China style hotel inside the park, mountain views from the window 🌿, includes free tickets + boat ride, shuttle service at visitor center, free minibar and welcome fruit ✅ Huajianfu · Yulang Wenjin: Courtyard-style building, pet-friendly, river view rooms perfect for vacation and relaxation ✅ Guifeng Mountain Villa: Allows re-entry, offers BBQ and costume experiences, top choice for family trips 🥾 Three hiking trails, choose according to your needs without risk 🔵 Leisure Turtle Line｜5km/2.5h: Osmanthus Garden → General’s Tower → Hero Slope → Crape Myrtle Garden, surrounded by ancient trees, gentle throughout, family-friendly/lazy-friendly 🟠 Must-do Xiake Line｜8km/3.5h: Turtle Welcoming → Century-old Path → One Line Sky → Heavenly Maiden Scattering Flowers → Hero Slope, the same route Xu Xiake took, a perfect blend of forest hiking and cultural heritage ⚫ Challenge Full Route｜10km/4.5h: Southern Sky Pillar → Glass Plank Road → Camel Peak → Guifeng Lake, summit views of sea of clouds and Danxia, a must for fitness enthusiasts 📸 Top 6 photo spots to flood your social feed ✅ Camel Peak: Thrilling 90° iron ladder climb, summit sunrise and sea of clouds, glass plank road + slide descent, fun and photogenic ✅ Guifeng Lake boat ride: Clear water reflecting red cliffs, cruising through like entering an ink painting, the "Giant Turtle Drinking Water" spectacle is amazing ✅ Southern Sky Pillar: Danxia specimen-level view, sunset glow on giant rocks, atmosphere maxed out ✅ Golden Bell Peak: Best sunset viewpoint, rocking horse on the summit for playful shots, very healing ✅ Hero Slope: Steep stone steps without handrails, aerial shots of the entire Danxia landform, breathtakingly speechless ✅ One Line Sky: Narrowest spot only 40cm, slanting sunlight creates magical shadows, wide-angle shots are stunning 📌 Practical Tips (Avoid pitfalls) ▪ Wear non-slip hiking shoes! Danxia rock surfaces are slippery, bring trekking poles + raincoat on rainy days ▪ Opening hours: April-October 07:00-17:30, November-March 07:30-17:00, last entry at 16:00 ▪ Get a map in advance at the visitor center, bring mosquito repellent/herbal ointment due to many insects ▪ There are small shops inside the park, or bring your own snacks; for meals, try local specialties like Caifeng taro dumplings in the county town