Things to do in Fengdu County

Fengdu Ghost City truly exceeded expectations! Many are deterred by its name, but a firsthand visit reveals that the ghost stories here are essentially moral lessons from ancient times. Ancient temples are scattered across the mountain, stone archways are exquisitely crafted, and the couplets on the Road to the Underworld, the solemnity of the Emperor's Hall, and the melancholy of the Looking-Home Terrace complete the entire route of underworld legends. The mountains are lush and verdant, with expansive views along the river, offering picturesque scenery at every turn. The scenic area is well-planned, with a smooth and direct route, perfect for a leisurely solo trip. When visiting the Three Gorges, you must experience this unique aspect of Chinese folk culture.

The scenery is quite beautiful, perfect for escaping the summer heat. Many people camp there, and you can also stay in guesthouses or hotels. We enjoyed cycling, boating, and lake tours. There's a beautiful field of verbena flowers, but it's not very large, and there aren't many places to do other activities. It's best suited for a two-day, one-night trip.

夏天很值得推荐的地方，沿途有很多小型瀑布群，到达景点之后，停车6元，沿着崖壁栈道前行大约30分钟，中途还有猴群，很有意思，到达洞里温度很低，洞里楼梯的高度落差大概有十层楼的高度。总体来说这是一个夏天爬坡不会出汗的地方

The cruise team designated scenic spots, from Fengdu Wharf directly take the battery car up the mountain. It is said to be the smallest forest park in the country, with an area of ​​only 1.5 square kilometers. It is indeed very small, and there are regular cultural performances. Apart from locals, most tourists are brought here by cruise ships.

It is a three-hour drive from the city and has convenient transportation. The mountain road has many bends but is still easy to drive. It is convenient to eat and park inside, and the ticket price feels reasonable and not expensive. The experience is good, the snow is very thick and the hardness is moderate. The children had a great time skiing for the first time, which is worth recommending.

Let me talk about the good things first: The scenery is good, sunny and foggy, each has its own flavor. The timid ones will not be afraid to go there on foggy days. The photos are very good, and it is worth a visit. The bad things: 1. The ticket price is still quite high, 98 yuan, and the tour lasts for 2 hours. 2. There will be people "snatching" on the road, and then ask if you want to buy photos at the exit. 3. The package content in the ticket office is not clearly marked with prices, and the meal expenses for the children are very entangled. Sometimes they say no, sometimes they say they will eat in the store, and sometimes they say the children have to buy it. Communication is very time-consuming. 4. The service attitude is average.

20230421 afternoon: 1. "Huangquan Road" is located in the 4A scenic spot "Fengdu Ghost City". Fengdu Ghost City is the location of the underworld in ancient legends. It was originally named "Fengdu" and is famous throughout the country for its unique netherworld culture. The mountain where the ghost city is located is called "Mingshan", formerly known as "Pingdu Mountain". When the Northern Song Dynasty literary giant Su Shi came to visit, he created "Pingdu Tianxia Ancient Famous Mountain", so it was renamed Mingshan. In history, there are also footprints of celebrities such as Lu You, Feng Zikai, Wang Shizhen, and Feng Yuxiang. ① Address: No. 152 Mingshan Road, Mingshan Town, Fengdu County, Chongqing. ② Transportation: Direct bus access, easy to park by car. ③ Peak season: Spring, there is a Fengdu temple fair on the third day of the third lunar month every year. ④ Time: 2 hours. ⑤ Notes: Shandong tourists can enter the park for free with their ID cards. 2. There are many origins of the ghost town. The more reliable version is the "Legend of Two Immortals": According to the "Biographies of Immortals" written by Liu Xiang of the Western Han Dynasty, Wang Yuan, a doctor of the Western Han Dynasty, abandoned his official position to cultivate immortality and ascended to heaven in Mingshan. The "Biographies of Immortals" of the Jin Dynasty also recorded that Yin Changsheng, the great-grandfather of Empress Yin of Emperor Liu Zhao of the Eastern Han Dynasty, became an immortal in Mingshan in the first year of Jianguang in the Eastern Han Dynasty (121 AD). In the Song Dynasty, the names of Yin Changsheng and Wang Yuan were simplified by the people and read as "Yin Wang", that is, "King of the Underworld". The reputation has been passed down from generation to generation and has spread to this day. There are many other legends about the origin of the ghost town, but they are less reliable. Originally, there were mostly Taoist temples on Mingshan, ranking 45th among the 72 blessed places of Taoism (recorded in "Water Classics" by Li Daoyuan, a geographer of the Northern Wei Dynasty), but most of them were destroyed in the late Ming and early Qing dynasties. They were rebuilt later, but many were converted into Buddhist temples. Currently, Buddhism, Taoism and Confucianism coexist. During the Great Steel Production Movement in 1958, many temples on the mountain were destroyed. Fortunately, Premier Zhou passed by Fengdu and stopped it in time after hearing about it. He also adopted the suggestion to simplify the name of Fengdu to Fengdu, which means "abundant food and clothing". 3. There are no stairs after this. After a flat "Yellow Spring Road", you will reach the main hall "Tianzi Hall"). The "Admonition Monument" on the road was built in the 16th year of the Republic of China, that is, in 1927 by Pengxi County Magistrate Sun Zhiguo and Tongliang County Magistrate Wu Zaiyi, admonishing the world to do more good and less evil).

Chongqing, this mountain city, offers a fantastic experience! The night view of Hongyadong is dazzling, the scenery along the two rivers is incredibly atmospheric, and the 8D magical city is truly unique. The hot pot is spicy and flavorful, and the noodles and snacks are authentic and delicious. The locals are warm and friendly, the streets and alleys are full of life, there are many photo spots, and the trip is very pleasant and well worth visiting.

The Three Natural Bridges in Wulong District, Chongqing are the core scenic area of ​​the World Natural Heritage site "South China Karst". They are also the largest natural bridge group in Asia. The Tianlong Bridge, Qinglong Bridge and Heilong Bridge are arranged longitudinally within less than 1.5 kilometers, sandwiching the Tianlong Tiankeng and Shenying Tiankeng, forming a unique "three bridges sandwiching two sinkholes" spectacle in the world.

We traveled from Fuling by taxi, although regular buses also run directly to the visitor center. From there, a shuttle takes you to the mountain entrance, marked by the famous “816 工程” (Project 816) gate. We joined a group with a Chinese-speaking guide, but the pace was far too fast for us, so we eventually continued exploring independently. Some areas offer explanations in English via QR codes, and brief English descriptions are available throughout the site. We also watched a performance inside the mountain. Although we couldn’t understand the language, the actors conveyed the story in a highly expressive and moving way. After the visit, a shuttle returned us to the visitor center, where we caught a bus back to Fuling. Overall, it was a fascinating experience, and we’re glad we visited.