Jiangxi Shangrao: Sanqing Mountain – A Fairytale Mountain Recommended by National Geographic

Within the Sanqing Mountain Scenic Area, numerous peaks compete in beauty, streams flow through valleys, ancient trees thrive, rare birds inhabit, and clouds and mist linger year-round, creating a divine atmosphere and earning it the reputation as "the most beautiful mountain in the world." Sanqing Mountain Scenic Area is located in Sanqing Township, Yushan County, Shangrao City, Jiangxi Province. It is named for the three prominent peaks of Yujing, Yuxu, and Yuhua, which resemble the three highest deities of Taoism, Yuqing, Shangqing, and Taiqing, seated atop the mountain. The scenic area covers a total area of 229.5 square kilometers, with the main peak, Yujing Peak, reaching an altitude of 1,819.9 meters. Sanqing Mountain has a long history of Taoism, with more than 230 ancient architectural remains and stone carvings, including palaces, temples, halls, mansions, archways, springs, ponds, bridges, tombs, platforms, and pagodas, earning it the title of "Open-air Museum of Ancient Chinese Taoist Architecture." The scenic area features unique granite pillars and peaks. The lifelike granite formations, combined with rich ecological vegetation and ever-changing climate wonders, create a unique landscape in the world, presenting captivating natural beauty. · 🏞️ [Scenic Area Overview] 🎟️ Enter Sanqing Mountain with a ticket price of only ¥120, and a round-trip cable car ride costs ¥125, allowing you to easily travel through the clouds. 🚗 Driving is the most convenient option, but if you choose the high-speed train, Yushan Station is your transfer point. Then, take a bus for a 1.5-hour journey with an affordable fare of 15r. The earliest bus departs at 06:40, waiting just for you. 🚕 Taking a taxi is convenient, costing about 130r, but you may want to consider carpooling to share the journey. - 🛣️ [Route Guide] 🗺️ 🔹 Short Loop (Easy Stroll 2–3 hrs) 🚶‍♀️ Start from Jinsha Cableway, turn right to explore the awe-inspiring Python Out of the Mountain, the adorable Penguin Offering Peaches, and the gentle Eastern Goddess. Then, stroll through the Goddess Hotel, challenge the Goddess Plank Road, and finally return to Jinsha Cableway for a perfect ending. 💪 - 🔸 Medium Loop (Highlights in 5–6 hrs) 🏃‍♂️ From Jinsha Cableway, head right, following the footsteps of the Eastern Goddess, the wonder of Python Out of the Mountain, the fun of Penguin Offering Peaches, delve into the splendor of Rhododendron Valley, the shyness of Jade Maiden Emerging from её Embrace, the steepness of One-Line Sky, the warmth of Fairy Maiden Airing Her Baby, and reach the magnificence of Yuhuang Peak, the playfulness of Fox Gnawing Chicken, encounter Penguin Offering Peaches again, turn right and return to the starting point. The entire journey is picturesque and not to be missed! 🖼️ - 🔹 Long Loop (Challenge Extreme 6–8 hrs) 🏋️‍♂️ This is a test of physical strength and will. Starting from Jinsha Cableway, experience Python Out of the Mountain, Penguin Offering Peaches, Eastern Goddess, cross Rhododendron Valley, visit Jade Terrace, Jade Maiden Emerging from её Embrace, conquer One-Line Sky, arrive at Rishang Villa for a rest, then the West Coast, 𣏾 Road, Yusong Forest, Sunshine Coast. The high-altitude plank road will take you to appreciate the infinite scenery. Yuhuang Peak continues the legend, and Fox Gnawing Chicken is a surprise on the return trip. Finally, return to the starting point. If your physical strength allows, consider spending two days, staying on the mountain, waiting for the sunrise and sunset, and feeling the gentleness and magnificence of nature. 🌅 - 📷 Must-Visit Attractions: ✅ Eastern Goddess: One of the most iconic landscapes of Sanqing Mountain, shaped like a peaceful goddess, silently watching all beings ✅ Python Out of the Mountain: A giant granite pillar, like a huge python breaking out of the mountain, is one of the three wonders of Sanqing Mountain ✅ One-Line Sky: Two cliffs stand facing each other, steep and precipitous, requiring you to turn sideways to pass ✅ Yujing Peak The highest peak of Sanqing Mountain, it is the best viewing point for watching the sunrise. You can also set up tents for camping on the top of the mountain ✅ Yuhuang Peak Standing on the viewing platform, the surrounding clouds dissipate, and a rainbow appears before your eyes, making the scene super spectacular. ✅ Sanqing Palace You can learn about Taoist culture. It is an open-air museum with super stunning scenery. The entire building complex is ingeniously laid out according to the "Innate Eight Trigrams" pattern ✅ West Coast Scenic Area This area is all flat roads. Walking on the plank road on the cliff is very interesting. You can walk and enjoy the sunset and beautiful scenery ✅ Nanqing Garden Scenic Area Here are the most amazing scenic spots in Sanqing Mountain, Python Out of the Mountain, Eastern Goddess, beyond your imagination ✅ Xiaoyao Valley Located at the foot of Sanqing Mountain, the scenery is super beautiful after the rain. In addition to the Rainbow Bridge, there are many thrilling and exciting play projects Precautions ❶ Go right after exiting Jinsha Cableway❗️ Walk clockwise on the figure-8 loop, which will pass through the essence attractions such as Python Out of the Mountain and Eastern Goddess. Be sure to go clockwise❗️ The second half is mostly downhill❗️ Much easier‼️ ❷ The cable car closes at 17:30 at the latest, pay attention to the return time‼️ ❸ If you want to see the misty landscape, check the weather in advance‼️ ❹ Wear comfortable clothes and hiking shoes. Bring hiking poles and sunscreen‼️ ❺ It is recommended to travel light. You can buy food and drinks every distance on the mountain, and the prices are fair. There is no need to bring a lot of food and drinks, which consumes a lot of physical strength‼️ ❻ It is recommended to stay at the foot of the mountain the night before. It is very convenient to climb the mountain the next day, there are many places to eat nearby, and the price/performance ratio is very good👍