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Why is the meadow on Mount Wugong so green? Did aliens plant it?

Mount Wugong, Pingxiang Complete Travel Guide | Sea of Clouds and Meadow, Stunning Sunrise, Hiking Paradise! Mount Wugong, known as the **"Hiking Holy Land of Jiangnan"**, has **100,000 acres of alpine meadow, rolling sea of clouds, and stunning sunrise and starry sky**. It is a paradise for outdoor enthusiasts and photography buffs! This guide covers practical information such as **transportation, routes, accommodation, and equipment**, helping you to easily enjoy Mount Wugong! 📌 Where is Mount Wugong? 📍 **Address**: Luxi County, Pingxiang City, Jiangxi Province 🚄 **Transportation**: - **High-speed train**: Arrive at **Pingxiang North Station**, then take a taxi/carpool (approx. 1.5 hours) - **Train**: Arrive at **Pingxiang Station**, then transfer to a bus (approx. 2 hours) - **Self-driving**: Navigate to **"Wugong Mountain Visitor Center"**, parking fee is approx. CNY 20/day 🏞️ Must-see attractions in Mount Wugong ✅ **Golden Summit (1918m)** - The highest peak of Mount Wugong, the best spot to view the sea of clouds and sunrise ✅ **Alpine Meadow** - 100,000 acres of green waves, emerald green in spring and summer, golden in fall and winter ✅ **Stargazing Camping** - The Milky Way is visible to the naked eye, a must-photograph for photography enthusiasts ✅ **Despair Slope** - The most challenging hiking section, challenge your physical limits ✅ **Glass Plank Road** - Overlook the sea of clouds from high altitude, enter with caution if you are faint of heart! 🚶‍♂️ Recommended classic hiking routes ### **1️⃣ Easy Version (suitable for beginners)** **Visitor Center → Zhong'an Cableway → Ziji Palace → Good Man Slope → Golden Summit** ⏳ Duration: 3–4 hours | 💰 Cableway one-way CNY 65 ### **2️⃣ Challenge Version (for hiking enthusiasts)** **Longshan Village → Fayunjie → Good Man Slope → Despair Slope → Golden Summit** ⏳ Duration: 6–8 hours | 🏕️ Camping is available along the way ### **3️⃣ Full Hike (hardcore players)** **Shenzi Village → Jiulong Mountain → Tieti Peak → Golden Summit** ⏳ Duration: 8–10 hours | 🌟 The scenery is the most beautiful but also the most tiring 🏠 Accommodation Recommendations 1️⃣ **Golden Summit Tent Camp** (💰CNY 100–200) - The best location to watch the sunrise and sea of clouds 2️⃣ **Inn/Homestay** (💰CNY 200–400) - Better conditions, recommended **Yunzhihai, Hefeng Inn** 3️⃣ **Starry Sky Room/Bubble House** (💰CNY 500+) - Romantic but more expensive ⚠️ Tips: Advance booking is required during peak season. Tents are not very windproof or moisture-proof, so it is recommended to bring a sleeping bag! 🌅 Best time to travel - **May–October**: The meadow is emerald green, and the sea of clouds appears frequently (summer resort) - **November–April**: The autumn and winter meadows are golden, and the snow scenery is stunning (but colder) 🎒 Essential equipment list ✔️ **Windbreaker/Sunscreen Clothing** (The temperature difference at the top of the mountain is large, windproof and sunscreen) ✔️ **Hiking Poles** (Essential for Despair Slope!) ✔️ **Power Bank** (Inconvenient to charge on the mountain) ✔️ **High-energy Snacks** (Snickers, beef jerky, etc.) ✔️ **Flashlight** (For night climbing or camping) 💰 Cost reference (2 days and 1 night) - **Tickets**: CNY 70 (half price for students) - **Cableway**: Zhong'an Cableway CNY 65 (uphill), Golden Summit Cableway CNY 35 (downhill) - **Accommodation**: Tent CNY 100–200, Inn CNY 200–400 - **Dining**: Instant noodles on the mountain CNY 15, self-heating pot CNY 30 ⚠️ Precautions 1️⃣ **Weather is very important!** It may be all fog on rainy days, so check the weather forecast in advance. 2️⃣ **Do what you can!** Despair Slope is really abusive, so beginners are advised to combine cable car and hiking. 3️⃣ **Bring cash!** The signal on the mountain is poor, and some places only accept cash. 4️⃣ **Environmentally friendly travel!** Please take away the garbage and protect this beautiful meadow! 📸 Mount Wugong Photography Guide 🌄 **Sunrise**: Golden Summit 5:00–6:00am (stake out a spot in advance) 🌌 **Starry Sky**: 1:00–3:00am (clearer if you avoid the full moon) ☁️ **Sea of Clouds**: Most likely to be encountered after rain 🌟 Summary Mount Wugong is a stunning hiking destination where **"the body is in hell, and the eyes are in heaven"**. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced hiker, you can find a way to play that suits you! Save this guide and set off! 🚀 💬 Have you been to Mount Wugong? What was your most unforgettable experience? Let's chat in the comments section! 😊
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