[2025 Macheng Attraction] Travel Guide for Guifeng Mountain (Updated Apr)

#discoverchina If you're looking for a breathtaking place to explore, Chunshan is it! It’s rare for me to use the word “stunning,” but this UNESCO World Heritage site and Global Geopark truly deserves it. Here’s why it’s worth the trip: UNESCO Dual Recognition 🌍 (World Natural Heritage + Geopark) "China's Most Beautiful Danxia" (National Geographic's top pick) "Not inferior to Huangshan" — praised by the famous traveler Xu Xiake. High-speed train access from Jiangsu, Zhejiang, and Shanghai—super easy weekend getaway! 🚅 Perfect for Spring Hiking 🌿 The stunning Danxia peaks are a sight to behold. Spring here is ideal for light trekking through the vibrant mountain valleys—truly refreshing and awe-inspiring. Weekend Itinerary: Day 1: Take a train to Yiyang Station, a 15-minute taxi ride to Gui Peak, and spend the night there. Day 2: Visit Gui Peak in the morning, then head to Huangling (you can either take a 3-hour car ride or 3-hour train + bus combination). #familytravel

#discoverchina Guifeng Mountain, also known as Turtle Mountain, is a renowned scenic area located in Yiyang County, Jiangxi Province, China. Spanning approximately 136 square kilometers, this national 5A scenic spot and UNESCO World Natural Heritage site is celebrated for its distinctive Danxia landforms, characterized by red sandstone formations shaped over millions of years.   The mountain derives its name from the abundance of rock formations resembling turtles, with one notable stone covering 280,000 square meters, appearing like a giant turtle raising its head. Visitors can explore a variety of natural wonders, including unique rock shapes, expansive vistas, bamboo forests, and serene water features.   Beyond its geological marvels, Guifeng Mountain offers well-maintained paths and diverse landscapes, making it a captivating destination for nature enthusiasts and photographers alike. The area’s rich cultural history and tranquil environment provide a serene retreat from the bustling world.

Neither the March winds nor the April showers compare to you in Hubei's spring. From March to April, Hubei is at its most beautiful. These eight places are so stunning you won't be able to take your eyes off them! 🌸 Huangpi Yunwu Mountain: The largest wild azalea sea in Central China. In early April, the mountain slopes are covered with blooming azaleas in shades of red and pink, like a natural oil painting created when nature accidentally knocked over its palette. Best time to visit: Early April, when the azaleas are in full bloom and their colors are most vibrant. 🌼 Jingmen Shayang Rapeseed Flower Sea: Tens of thousands of acres of rapeseed flower fields stretch across the Jianghan Plain. From mid-March to early April, as far as the eye can see, there is brilliant gold. Every photo is a spring blockbuster, and aerial photography captures truly breathtaking and magnificent images. Best time to visit: Mid-March to early April, when the rapeseed flowers are in full bloom and the fields are a dazzling gold. 💧 Enshi Pingshan Canyon: The water in spring is crystal clear. When sunlight streams down, the canyon is dyed a mesmerizing emerald green. Aboard a floating boat, you'll feel like you've wandered into a dreamlike wonderland, every frame a visual feast. Best time to visit: Any time in spring, when the water level in the canyon is moderate, the water is clear, and the scenery is stunning. 🌺 Macheng Guifeng Mountain: Known as the "China Azalea No. 1 Mountain." In mid-to-late April, 100,000 acres of ancient azaleas bloom simultaneously, like a thick red carpet, a breathtakingly spectacular sight. Best time to visit: Mid-to-late April, when the ancient azaleas are in full bloom, forming a stunning sea of flowers. 🌳 Shennongjia Shennongding: In April, the ice and snow begin to melt, and the sleeping primeval forest gradually awakens. Golden snub-nosed monkeys frolic and play in the trees, and the air is filled with vitality. Best time to visit: April, when the temperature rises, the ice and snow melt, and plants and animals are active, offering a rich natural ecological experience. 🌸 Wuhan East Lake Cherry Blossom Garden: One of the three largest cherry blossom gardens in the world, it reaches its peak beauty from mid-to-late March to early April. The cloud-like cherry blossoms, combined with the elegant Japanese-style garden landscape, create picturesque scenes at every turn, perfect for capturing Japanese-style photos. Best time to visit: Mid-to-late March to early April, when the cherry blossoms are in full bloom, petals fall like rain, and the garden and cherry blossoms complement each other. 🏞️ Shiyan Wudang Mountains: In April, fresh green buds appear on the mountains. Climb to the Golden Summit, shrouded in clouds and mist, to pray for blessings for yourself and your family, and enjoy the tranquility and beauty of the less-crowded scenery before the chill of spring completely disappears. Best time to visit: April, when the climate is pleasant, the vegetation is green, and you can enjoy the fresh spring mountain scenery during your climb. 🌳 Xiantao Dreamlike Water Town: In March, the cedar trees put on their new green coats. Stepping into them is like entering the Emerald City in a fairy tale. Gliding along in a boat, you'll feel like you're in a dream, relaxed and carefree. Best time to visit: March, when the cedar trees are a fresh green, the water town atmosphere is rich, and you can experience the freshness and tranquility of spring. This March and April, head to Hubei for a date with spring and collect all the beautiful memories!

Macheng City in Huanggang, Hubei Province is a famous place for viewing rhododendrons (azaleas). There are large tracts of rhododendron forests growing on Guifeng Mountain and Wunao Mountain in the area. Especially in Guifeng Mountain Scenic Area, the ancient azalea community covering an area of ​​more than 100,000 mu on Guibei Ridge has been certified by the Shanghai World Guinness Headquarters as the "largest ancient azalea (azalea) community" in the country. Every April, the rhododendrons all over Guifeng Mountain are known as the most beautiful red ribbon in Dabie Mountains. This is where the reputation of "In April, see rhododendrons in Macheng" comes from. Ticket price: 70 yuan (half price for students) + 40 yuan for scenic area transportation. Don’t miss the free ticket event in the near future!

Guifeng Mountain, a spiritual place that stands tall in the river of time, is not only famous for its unique peaks, strange rocks, green pines, and verdant cypresses, but also holds countless touching stories and natural wonders. In spring, everything comes back to life, and Guifeng Mountain seems to be draped in a long emerald green dress. The mountain flowers are in full bloom, their fragrance intoxicating. Strolling through it, every step follows the rhythm of life, inspiring awe and warmth. A gentle mountain breeze whispers tales of the past. Legend has it that Guifeng Mountain got its name because it resembles a giant turtle lying on the ground. It has witnessed the change of countless dynasties and silently guarded the people on this land. After the rain, Guifeng Mountain is shrouded in clouds and mist, like a fairyland. At that moment, it seems as if you can hear the dialogue between history and nature, and feel a tranquility and harmony that transcends time. Here, every rock and every tree seems to have its own soul, quietly telling stories of perseverance and guardianship. Climbing to the top of the mountain and looking out into the distance, your mind becomes clear, and all your worries seem to dissipate with the mountain wind, leaving only the purity of your soul and endless gratitude for nature. Guifeng Mountain is not just a scenic spot, but also a feeling, a place where the soul can be cleansed and elevated. Here, humans and nature coexist in harmony, weaving together touching scenes, reminding us that in this vast universe, we must maintain a sense of awe and cherish the beauty before us in order to live a life without regrets.

Dance with the mountains⛰ Whisper with the trees Take a spontaneous reverse trip with your sisters👭🏻⛰ - 🗺 Follow my check-in route: Osmanthus Garden → General's Building → Sandao Pass → Eighteen Arhats Rest Point → Golden Bell Peak → Mountain Loop Trail → Glass Walkway → Camel Peak Service Point → Clear Water Pond → Return Check-in points: ✔ Hero Slope: A staircase carved into a huge rock⛰ Winding🏞 along the way, you can take photos with the peaks ✔ Golden Bell Peak: You can overlook the entire Peak Scenic Area, the scenery is really beautiful The grandeur of "When you reach the top, you can see all the small mountains at a glance" is fully displayed ✔ Mountain Loop Trail: Walking on the mountain loop🛤 trail feels like an endless staircase Mountain loop🏞 trail, glass walkway Every spot is the best place for parent-child👭 interaction The mountain is not high🏞 but every step is a scene ✔ Jade Rabbit Peak: Every step feels like stepping into a fairyland, perfect for selfies In front of the glass walkway on the mountain loop trail It feels like crossing into the "Endless Staircase" of the World Rendering Contest, every step intertwines sci-fi and reality🏞 ✔ Camel Peak: The highest peak in the scenic area, also has a glass walkway Those who like thrills can challenge themselves The magnificence and steepness of the Danxia landform🏞 Allows both adults and children to enjoy nature safely ✔ Water Park: Climb🧗‍♀ the mountain⛰, have fun at the water park It's really relaxing😎, there are many water park projects A day's itinerary ends happily Stay at a nearby hotel at night, I stayed at Bishui Danxin in the scenic area, the design is very elegant Go shopping and eat together, experience the local customs and culture👭

Surrounded by mountains, there are lakes and rivers of all sizes. Here, there is a unique Danxia peak forest landform, which makes people marvel at the wonders of nature again! There are many strange rocks. In the evening, the sunset glows on the rocks, and the scene is so shocking! The classic routes are as follows: Shen Line (5km, 2.5h, intensity): Osmanthus Garden→General Building→Heroic Slope→Crape Myrtle Garden Xia Ke Line (8km, 3.5h, intensity): Shen Yingbin→Hundred Years Road→Tian Nu San Hua→General Building→Heroic Slope→Crape Myrtle Garden Full Line (10km, 4.5h, intensity): Osmanthus Garden→General Building→Sandaokou→Nantianzhu→Luotuofeng I have been back and forth 3 times. I will share with you a route that I personally like to take. You can see all the beautiful scenery without going back! (10km, 4.5h, intensity): Ziwei Garden→Haohanpo→Sandaokou→Tuofeng Observation Deck→West Coast Observation Deck→Shiba Luohan→Glass Plank Road→Tuofeng Service Point→Slide Down the Mountain→Water Park (Water World between Mountains and Waters)→Return by Boat Here you can enjoy the delicious Guifeng Hanging Pot, where all kinds of ingredients are cooked in the pot until they are steaming hot, and the taste is very rich; there is also the crispy Macheng meat cake, which melts in your mouth. There is also the mysterious Nengren Temple, where incense is strong and the architecture is simple and elegant; the viewing platform of Guifeng Xuri, where you can see the beautiful sunrise in the early morning. Notes: 1. Check the weather forecast in advance and take appropriate precautions and preparations. 2. Wear comfortable sports shoes for hiking. 3. Bring enough water and food to replenish your energy. 4. Follow the route specified by the scenic area and do not enter undeveloped areas without permission.

Who would have known? Growing up, I never heard of Guifeng, and after visiting once, I began to feel regret for not coming sooner! This peak, unknown to 99% of the people in Jiangxi, is more worth climbing than the famous Wugong Mountain and Lushan! Few people, niche, quiet, and not crowded Stunningly beautiful original Danxia landform, perilous and magnificent ⛰️: Yiyang Guifeng 📍: Yiyang County, Shangrao City, Jiangxi Province 🚄Take the high-speed train to 【Yiyang Station】, or transfer to Yiyang Station from Shangrao Station and then take the scenic area shuttle bus 🚌5r/person 🎫: 60/person 🚶‍♀️Hiking routes⬇️ ✅Xiake Line—Experience the grand aesthetics of Xu Xiake's travels The whole journey on foot🚶‍♀️takes about 1.5h, remember to wear comfortable hiking shoes Visitor Center - Zhanqi Peak - Xiake Cliff - 36 Peaks Education Point (Area with small waterfalls on the cliffs) - Century Path - Hero Slope - Wobo Bridge Pier - Return trip ✅Full route—The mountains rise and fall, overlapping each other, as if wandering in a traditional Chinese landscape painting~ The whole journey on foot takes 3.5h or more Visitor Center - Zhanqi Peak - Ancient Camphor Tree - One-Line Sky - General Tower - Sandaokou - Yutu Peak - Golden Bell Peak (top recommended!) - Glass Walkway - Camel Peak (the highest peak) - Qingshui Pier - Return trip Hot spots🔥 ■Hero Slope: The slope is difficult to climb, with winding stone steps and steep inclines, and there are almost no handrails on the uphill section, which is super thrilling! ■One-Line Sky: Formed by the parallel connection of Guifeng and Woniufeng, the gorge is nearly a hundred meters high, ten meters long, and three feet wide, passing through the gorge and looking up at the peak view ■Camel Peak: Those without courage should not ascend Camel Peak, reaching the top is a true act of heroism! This is the highest peak of Guifeng, steep and precipitous, with the ascent involving nearly 90-degree cliff steps, thrilling and exciting! ■Guifeng Lake: Nestled among the peaks, Guifeng Lake offers a natural panorama of the Guifeng Danxia stone forest as you boat on the lake~ Travel tips⚠️ ■It can be a bit chilly in the early morning and evening from April to May, so you can bring a thin windbreaker to protect against temperature differences ■Before setting out, remember to get a paper map, as there are many optional hiking routes, so measure your strength~ The Xiake Line I climbed was not very tiring, and I tested that I could still play the next day! ■There are small shops and post stations on the mountain, suitable for light travel ■You can take a slide down the mountain

April is the enchanting springtime for humanity, and Macheng is the place to admire azaleas. How can one miss out on flower viewing in spring, and how can flower viewing be complete without azaleas? The azaleas of Turtle Peak Mountain in Macheng, Hubei, belong to the alpine variety, with their blooming season stretching from late April to the May Day holiday. The azaleas here are of a single variety, hence their color is especially pure. During the peak bloom, the azaleas cover the entire mountain like flames, and only by seeing it for yourself will you understand what is meant by 'the mountain glows red with azaleas'. 📍Detailed Address: Hubei Province, Huanggang City, Macheng City, Turtle Mountain Town 🚉Travel Tips: 🚅By high-speed train: Macheng North—transfer to a shuttle bus to the north gate of Turtle Peak Mountain scenic area 🚗By car: Search for 'Macheng Turtle Peak Mountain scenic area' to get there ❤Recommended Reasons: 1️⃣Large scale, the bloom is quite spectacular 2️⃣Old trees, if you look carefully, you can also find the 'Azalea King' and its successors! 3️⃣Great for photography 🎫Ticket Information: RMB¥: 150 yuan (including scenic area shuttle), cable car one-way 60 yuan 🗓Itinerary Suggestions: It is recommended to take the cable car directly to the mountain top and walk down. You can also hike up and take the cable car down, depending on your physical strength. Those who walk the entire way are true heroes. (The shuttle bus goes directly to the cable car entrance). 📝Tips: 🌸To take beautiful photos, be sure to wear light-colored clothing, white or beige is preferred. Do not wear red as it blends in with the sea of flowers and is not photogenic. 🌸The mountain top is over a thousand meters above sea level, so if the elderly or children are going up in the morning or afternoon, it is advised to bring a windbreaker. 🌸During holidays, the place is crowded and there may be queues for the cable car, so it is recommended to travel early. 🌸Travel civilly, take care of the plants🌿, and please do not pick or break the flowers.

🌺 With the arrival of spring, the azaleas on Guifeng Mountain bloom on schedule. They come in shades of red or pink, deep or light, like colors on nature's palette, freely splashed across this land. They sway in the spring breeze, blooming with the most beautiful smiles, as if telling the stories of spring. 🔆 Route features: Macheng Guifeng Mountain boasts more than 100,000 acres of wild azaleas, known as 'the most stirring red sea of flowers at 30 degrees north latitude' ⏱ Best time to see the flowers: April - May 📍 Location: Guifeng Town, Macheng City, Huanggang, Hubei Province

The scenic area is a national AAAA-level scenic spot, located on the southern foot of the central section of the Dabie Mountains, bordering Guishan Town and Zhangjiafan Town in the eastern part of Macheng, with a planned area of 73.8 square kilometers. The main attractions include the magical Turtle Head, the vast azalea flower sea, the Anti-Japanese War victory site, the stone inscriptions by Dong Biwu, the Azalea Expo Park, Guifeng Lake, Guifeng Mountain International Sports Turtle Valley, the mountain outdoor exploration playground, Guifeng Gorge, the Dabie Mountains Spirit Red Culture Exhibition Hall, etc., among which Guifeng Mountain is the core park of the Huanggang Dabie Mountains World Geopark. Scenic area guide map (Image 2). The scenic area has two entrances, the north and south gates, with the north gate having direct access to the highway, which is very convenient. After entering the scenic area through the north gate, take a vehicle from the tourist center stop (Image 3) to reach the entrance of Yunfeng Stone Path, and from there, officially start climbing the mountain. Xiuxian Terrace (Image 4) You can see the cableway (Image 5), which indeed has limited capacity Jiulong Pine (Image 6), one of the strange pines of Guifeng Mountain After climbing for almost 1 hour, I finally saw the azaleas, which instantly revitalized my spirit (Image 7) Azalea Flower King (Image 8), with more than 600 years of tree age, a root has grown 56 azalea trees The distant Turtle Tower (Image 9) and the glass walkway on the dangerous knife edge (Image 10), this is a side path, but I was too tired to walk there after climbing up Azalea flower sea (Images 11~15), Guifeng Mountain has a contiguous area of more than 100,000 mu of ancient azalea communities. The azalea varieties here are very pure, mainly red, with rich flower shapes, bright colors, and beautiful postures. Experts have determined that the growth cycle of the ancient azalea communities on Guifeng Mountain is nearly a million years, and its area, age, density, beauty of flower color, and preservation are unparalleled in Central China and rare in the whole country. Tiansuo Rock (Image 16), a huge semi-suspended rock formed by long-term geological action The iconic landscape of the scenic area, the world's number one turtle (Image 17), is formed by a huge exposed granite rock mountain, which is handsome and upright with a majestic posture, and has an elevation of 1260 meters. Its shape resembles a giant turtle that has been asking the sky for blessings for thousands of years. The turtle head looks up at the sky, seeking blessings for the world, hence the name 'Add Years Top'. Longevity Stone Path Exit (Image 18), a cute cartoon turtle South Gate Guanshan'ao bus stop (Image 19), the whole bus ride is quite orderly PS: 1. April and May each year are the seasons when the azaleas on Guifeng Mountain are in full bloom, and it is also the peak tourist season. However, the management of the scenic area during peak periods still needs to be improved. We were supposed to go to the cableway waiting point by bus, but for some reason, we were taken directly to the Yunfeng Stone Path waiting point. Later, we had to ask around to find out that if we wanted to take the cableway, we had to walk back, and it would take at least 2 hours to queue for the cableway, and there was not a single staff member to guide us through the process. 2. The main attractions of the scenic area are at the top of the mountain, and there are not many attractions during the climb, so it feels very tiring. 3. The scenic area is really large, and to fully enjoy it, you need to have enough time and physical strength.

April in the world, Jingchu enjoys azaleas Spring is in full bloom Azaleas are here as promised In Hubei Azaleas are not counted by the number of trees but by the hills As soon as the azaleas bloom Hubei becomes red, let's go to a "beauty" event of azaleas to witness the ultimate mystery of the sea of ​​flowers Guifeng Mountain, which has 100,000 mu of pristine ancient azaleas, is known as "the most beautiful red ribbon on the Dabie Mountains" and is also the largest ancient azalea community in the world. Every year between April and May, when the rhododendrons are in full bloom on Guifeng Mountain, one mountain after another is covered with a carpet-like sea of ​​flowers. The entire mountain is covered with flowers like a waterfall, and it is extremely beautiful at first glance. Flowering period: This year, the azalea flowers of Guifeng Mountain are expected to bloom in mid-April Address: Guifeng Mountain Scenic Area, Macheng City, Huanggang City

Guifeng Mountain Guifeng Mountain Hiking Route Guide Guifeng Mountain is quite different in spring and summer, with snow in early spring and azaleas in late spring. The mountains are also beautiful in summer and autumn. The peak season is the rhododendron season, so cars cannot drive into the mountains and must be replaced by scenic sightseeing cars. Cars can be driven in during the off-season. The hiking routes in the scenic area are a bit scattered and you cannot complete them all in one day. Recommendation: Changshou Stone Trail + Yunfeng Stone Trail, a total of eight kilometers, can be completed in one day, and includes the most beautiful and largest sea of ​​wild rhododendrons that has the Guinness World Record.

International renowned authority on azaleas, Guan Kaiyun, believes that "the azaleas in Macheng are the most concentrated in distribution, the purest in forest structure, the largest in population area, the oldest in age, the best preserved, the most beautiful in shape, and the most magnificent in landscape among all natural communities of this species that I have seen. It is truly a wonder of the world and can be called the best azalea in the world." Among them, the azaleas on Turtle Peak are the most famous, with their long history, high density, good preservation, and beautiful colors, and have been included in the Guinness World Records of Shanghai. Here, the mountains are covered with rhododendrons, the most beautiful rhododendron sea I have ever seen. Looking from afar, patches of bright red rhododendrons are dazzlingly beautiful. This is the best time to appreciate flowers, and also the peak season for the blooming of azaleas on Turtle Peak Mountain. Go and experience the stunning sea of flowers covering thousands of acres during the May Day holiday. Turtle Peak Mountain