Mingyue Mountain: A Fairyland Journey in the Clouds, A Mountain Full of Millennia-old Poetry

Mingyue Mountain is not just a mountain, but a journey of nature, culture, and self-cultivation. Whether you are an adventurer seeking thrills or a city dweller yearning for tranquility, you will find your answer here. Pack your backpack and touch the poetry in the clouds! 🌄 I. First Encounter with Mingyue Mountain: A Landscape Painting in the Clouds 1. Natural Wonders: A Visual Feast at Every Step • Qingyun Plank Road: Suspended at an altitude of 1500 meters, the 3100-meter-long plank road makes you feel like walking on clouds. Look down to see deep valleys and waterfalls, look up to see rolling clouds. • Moon Lake: A natural lake at the top of the mountain, reflecting the mountain like a mirror on clear days, and appearing like a fairyland in the mist. Wild macaques often play by the lake. • Cloud Valley Waterfall: A 119-meter-high waterfall cascading down the mountainside, with rainbows appearing in the mist, providing a refreshing feeling in summer. 2. Unique Experiences: Beyond the Ordinary • Mountain Paragliding: Take off from Moon Lake and dive down from an altitude of 1600 meters, feeling the dialogue between wind and mountain (reservation required, cost about 880 yuan per time). • Stargazing Camping: The mountain top camping base offers tent rentals, allowing you to observe the Milky Way at night, with fireflies flying all over in summer. • Zen Practice: Wentang Town Zen Monastery offers free courses on sutra copying and meditation, experiencing the feeling of "no calendar in the mountains, unaware of the passing years". II. Must-Play Routes: One-Day and Two-Day In-Depth Tours 1. Classic One-Day Tour (for tourists with tight schedules) • Morning: Take the cable car up the mountain (Qingyun Plank Road entrance) → Walk through Qingyun Plank Road → Moon Lake Viewing → Cloud Valley Waterfall Hiking. • Afternoon: Visit Wentang Town → Soak in Selenium-Rich Hot Springs → Taste Local Delicacies. • Highlights: The extreme contrast experience of high-altitude plank road and hot springs, time-saving and efficient. 2. In-Depth Two-Day Tour (for photography and nature enthusiasts) • Day 1: Hike up the mountain (Yanshan Hidden Zen Temple → Lion Peak → Moon Viewing Pavilion) → Camp at the top → Stargazing at night. • Day 2: Sunrise Sea of Clouds → Cycling around Moon Lake → Soak in Ancient Well Hot Springs in Wentang Town → Visit Ancient Kiln Site. • Hidden Spots: Sunrise at Moon Viewing Pavilion, Waterfall Group at the Corner of Qingyun Plank Road, Morning Mist at Ancient Well in Wentang Town. III. Practical Guide: Transportation, Accommodation, and Food 1. Transportation Guide • External Transportation: ◦ High-speed train to Yichun Station, then take a taxi to Mingyue Mountain Visitor Center (about 40 minutes, cost 80 yuan). ◦ Self-driving navigation to "Mingyue Mountain Visitor Center", parking fee 20 yuan/day. • Internal Transportation: ◦ Cable car one-way up 80 yuan/person, down 70 yuan/person (recommended to take the cable car down to save energy). ◦ Mountain top train (45 yuan/person) connects major attractions, suitable for families with elderly or children. 2. Accommodation Recommendations Type Recommended Place Special Highlights Price Range (yuan/night) Hot Spring Hotel Wentang Town Vienna International Hot Spring Resort 99 natural hot spring pools, infinity pool 800-2000 Mountain View B&B Mingyue Mountain Hidden Valley B&B Stilt house design, mountain view from the window 500-1200 Mountain Top Camping Moon Lake Starry Sky Camp Provides professional astronomical telescopes 300-600 (including equipment) 3. Local Delicacies • Wentang Rice Cake: Made of glutinous rice, soft and sticky, best eaten with red sugar (recommended shop: "Old Brand Rice Cake Shop" on Ancient Well Street). • Selenium-Rich Spring Water Fish: Crucian carp raised in the hot spring water of Wentang Town, tender and fresh without fishy smell (must-try dish: Spring Water Fish Head Hot Pot). • Zen Vegetarian Meal: "Jingxin Vegetarian" next to Hidden Zen Temple offers vegetarian set meals, paired with wild vegetables and mushrooms from the mountains. IV. Pitfall Avoidance Guide and Hidden Gems 1. Tips for Beginners • Clothing Recommendations: Hiking shoes are a must! Some sections are slippery, and a windbreaker is needed even in summer (temperature difference at the top). • Ticket Discounts: Students/elderly with ID get half price, 10% off if tickets are purchased one day in advance on the "Mingyue Mountain Tourism" public account. • Safety Tips: Qingyun Plank Road is closed on rainy days, pay attention to scenic area announcements; it is recommended to hike in groups and not to stray from the trail. 2. Hidden Experiences • Ancient Kiln Site Exploration: Discover Song Dynasty celadon fragments in Zhoujia Village, Wentang Town, and experience pottery DIY (cost 100 yuan/person). • Star Photography: On the 15th of each lunar month, the best shooting spot near Moon Lake can capture the "Hanging Moon" spectacle. • Tea Culture Experience: At "Zen Tea Valley" at the foot of Mingyue Mountain, you can hand-fry Yunwu tea and take home a piece of mountain fragrance. V. Why Choose Mingyue Mountain? • Perfect Balance of Nature and Culture: Thrilling cliff plank roads and tranquil ancient temples. • Optimal Use of Selenium Resources: Hot springs and mountain springs rich in selenium, recognized for their health benefits. • A Treasure Destination for All Seasons: Rhododendron in spring, cool summer, red leaves in autumn, hot springs in winter. Pre-Trip Checklist: ✅ Check the weather forecast, prepare anti-slip shoe covers for rainy days. ✅ Download offline maps (weak signal in some areas). ✅ Bring mosquito repellent, as there are many insects in the forest.