Things to do in Dongzhi

Shitai Guniujiang Longmen Scenic Area truly lives up to its reputation as the "Little Jiuzhaigou of Southern Anhui"! The mountains and forests are lush and verdant, the Longmen Pool's waters are emerald green, and the streams are crystal clear and captivating. Stroll along the waterfront boardwalk, admiring the four-tiered waterfall and the rustic Yan Family Ancient Village. The air is rich in negative ions, making it a natural oxygen bar. The trails are well-maintained, making for a relaxing and enjoyable visit. The mountain and water scenery is soothing and definitely worth a visit.

My second visit to West Lake was great; the boat tour was excellent. The dock was easy to find, the staff were very friendly, provided clear explanations, and helped with any issues. There were also sightseeing buses, which were nice but a bit pricey. Taking the boat tour and then walking around was both perfectly fine.

In summer, Shengjin Lake is a gilded painting of water and sky. When the morning mist has not yet dispersed, the vast blue waves have broken into sparkling gold foil, and egrets fly over the reeds, startling a string of water droplets. When the fishermen collect their nets, silver scales flutter like stars falling into the lake, and even the hot wind passing over the lake becomes refreshing. When the sunset turns the entire water area into honey color, you will understand the most appropriate annotation of the word "Shengjin".

Chizhou Xianyu Mountain offers a fantastic experience! With its incredibly high forest coverage, cascading waterfalls and flowing springs, swirling mists, and selenium-rich air, it's a secluded and uncrowded natural oxygen bar, a true escape from the hustle and bustle of city life. 🌿

If I had to climb one mountain in my lifetime, it would have to be Huangshan. The entire hike up and down took eight hours. Although the weather was uncooperative, with fog covering the entire day, I still felt the unique beauty of Huangshan. It was tiring but joyful, and I look forward to seeing it again.

Start around 4 pm and stayed in the small town about 5 mins drive away from entrance. Wander around and wait till around 6.30pm where the lights start to lit up. Unreal! The night view is absolutely the main event - daytime is just the warm up.

The autumn harvest celebrations were truly spectacular, and the local activities were plentiful. Aside from the crowds, everything was perfect – delicious food, wonderful drinks, beautiful sights, and a great time. I stayed on the mountain for two days, experiencing the post-rain mist and the ancient houses under a clear sky; each was breathtaking.

A must-see in Wuhan is the Yellow Crane Tower! Purchase tickets online in advance for entry. The park is quite large, allowing for leisurely strolls. The enormous mural of white clouds and yellow cranes on the first floor of the main building is breathtaking. Each floor displays poems, calligraphy, and paintings from various dynasties, which you can read as you walk. Climbing to the top floor offers panoramic views of the Yangtze River and the Yangtze River Bridge, with a refreshing river breeze and expansive scenery. The park is beautifully landscaped with pavilions scattered throughout. If you don't want to climb the stairs, you can take the elevator to the top and then walk down each floor – very convenient for elderly people and children. After your visit, you can conveniently visit the red wall at Simenkou. Overall, it's a wonderful experience, fulfilling my dream of seeing the Yellow Crane Tower from textbooks.

At the summit, there's just a rock and a flat area, nothing special. On the other side, there's a temple to the God of Wealth with 1399 steps. You need to be very sincere to reach the top. Below are various Buddhist halls and temples, as well as some stone carvings of Buddha statues. The scenery is pleasant, with mountains, water, and forests.

This was during lunar 1st. Which attraction tons of crowds. Overall great place with museum relics shown apart from just the temple. Also the outer stone Buddha images was unique!