"A Buddhist paradise on Earth." Mount Fanjing, Guizhou

1. Overview of the Scenic Area Mount Fanjing is located in Jiangkou County, Tongren City, Guizhou Province. It is one of the five sacred mountains of Chinese Buddhism, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and a national 5A-level tourist attraction. The scenic area has two entrances: the East Gate and the West Gate. The East Gate is in Jiangkou County, and the West Gate is in Yinjiang County.🤗 2. Best Time to Visit Mount Fanjing offers different scenic beauty in each season, but the best time to visit is late spring and early summer (April to July) and autumn (September to October). The weather is pleasant during these two seasons, and the scenery✨ is the most enchanting.😍 3. Transportation Guide • Airplane✈️: You can fly to Guiyang Longdongbao International Airport or Tongren Fenghuang Airport, then transfer to a long-distance bus🚘 or train🚄 to Jiangkou County, and finally take local transportation🚗 to Mount Fanjing. There is a direct tourist shuttle bus🚎 from Tongren Fenghuang Airport to Mount Fanjing, and the fare is CNY 50💰/person.🤗 • High-speed Rail🚄 and Train: After arriving in Tongren, you can take a bus or taxi to Mount Fanjing.🤗 • Self-driving🚗: Starting from Guiyang or other major cities, follow the expressway directly to Mount Fanjing. The road signs are clear.🤗 Ticket Reservation It is recommended to book tickets in advance on the official WeChat account of Fanjing Mountain Ecological Tourism Zone. Do not be tempted by cheap prices on other platforms to avoid errors that may affect your travel mood.🤗 4. Tour Routes • East Gate Route: Suitable for tourists with average physical strength or limited time. After entering from the East Gate, first take the sightseeing bus and cable car🚠, and then climb on foot🏃. The whole journey takes about two and a half hours to cover all the attractions. The one-way sightseeing bus fare is CNY 20💰, and the round-trip fare is CNY 40💰; the one-way cable car fare is CNY 70💰, and the round-trip fare is CNY 140💰.🤗 • West Gate Route: Suitable for hiking enthusiasts. Entering from the West Gate requires walking 8,000 steps, which is time-consuming and strenuous, but you can enjoy more natural scenery✨.🤗 5. Must-See Attractions📷 • Red Cloud Golden Summit: Also known as "New Golden Summit," the peak is steep and surrounded by clouds and mist, just like a fairyland. The upper part is divided into two, connected by a sky bridge, with a temple built on each side. One side is dedicated to Sakyamuni Buddha, and the other side is dedicated to Maitreya Buddha.🤗 • Old Golden Summit: Also known as "Yuejing Mountain," with an altitude of 2,494 meters, it is the highest point accessible to tourists in Mount Fanjing. You can see rime and sea of clouds in this season, and if you are lucky, you can also see the Buddha's light.🤗 • Mushroom Rock: It is one of the landmark attractions of Mount Fanjing, shaped like a mushroom.🤗 6. Accommodation Recommendations • Jiangkou County: You can choose to stay in the county seat, where dining, accommodation, and entertainment are relatively convenient. There are direct buses to the Mount Fanjing scenic area, and the journey takes about 40 minutes.🤗 • Yunshe Village: It is a Tujia ethnic village with characteristic homestays and restaurants, about 20 kilometers from Mount Fanjing.🤗 • Dong Village: It is a Dong ethnic village, close to the river. There are special performances or bonfires in the evening during peak season. It is about 3km and 10 minutes away from the scenic area. Ticket prices are discounted after the performance is halfway through.🤗 • Commercial Street outside Mount Fanjing Scenic Area: There are characteristic homestays, restaurants, and snack streets, close to both the scenic area and the river. You can walk to the scenic area.🤗 7. Precautions • The weather on Mount Fanjing is changeable, so it is recommended to bring rain gear☔️, warm clothes, and windproof jackets.🤗 • Supplies on the mountain are relatively scarce, so it is recommended to bring some food and drinks.🤗 • Mount Fanjing has a high altitude, so pay attention to rest during the climbing process and avoid strenuous exercise to prevent altitude sickness.🤗 • The ecological environment of Mount Fanjing is fragile, so please pay attention to environmental protection and do not litter.🤗 I hope this guide can help you plan a pleasant trip to Mount Fanjing!🤗✌😃