Explore Yancang Mountain, a hiking paradise in the Jiangsu-Zhejiang-Shanghai area

Yancang Mountain is located in the north of Ninghai County, Ningbo City, Zhejiang Province, China, near the end of Xiangshan Port, on the east side of Tiantai Mountain. 📍Location: Shanshaxia Village, Meilin Street, Ninghai County, Ningbo City, Zhejiang Province, on the east side of Tiantai Mountain. 🚎Transportation: ①High-speed train From Shanghai, you can take a high-speed train to Wenzhou South Station, and then transfer to a train to Yueqing. ②Bus There are several bus routes from downtown Wenzhou to Yueqing, which take about 1–2 hours. ③Self-driving From Shanghai, drive along the G15W Expressway towards Wenzhou, about 300 km in total, which takes about 3.5 hours. ✨Attractions Yancang Mountain is steep, with strange rocks, waterfalls, and steaming springs. It has been an ideal place for hermits since ancient times. The scenic area has the famous Yanmen Ancient Road, and the rocks on the eastern slope look like a mighty lion guarding the mountain gate. Along the way, there are also attractions such as "Turtle and Fish Playing Together," "Fish Leaping Over the Dragon Gate," "Four Not Like," "Elephant Trunk Hill," and "Wukong Has Buddha in His Heart." ☀Travel route Shanshaxia Village → Yancang Mountain Waterfall → Jixiang Zen Temple → Yancang Valley 🌟Attractions 1️⃣Yancang Valley: Surrounded by five peaks, including Tianguan Peak and Yuping Peak, it forms a hundred-acre secluded valley with lush bamboo forests and pleasant scenery all year round. 2️⃣Jiulong Stream: Formed by the convergence of Jiushan Hill and Zhushan Hill, it looks like a gathering of dragons, with the stream rushing through the valley, forming a magnificent landscape of six waterfalls and nine pools. 3️⃣Xiaoxitian: Located on the top of the mountain, surrounded by hot air holes, it is an excellent place for health and cultivation. 4️⃣Jixiang Temple: With a long history and a thriving incense, it is a great place for visitors to pray for blessings and peace. 5️⃣Yanmen Ancient Road: A classic route for many outdoor enthusiasts, with winding paths and beautiful scenery along the way, where you can breathe fresh air and enjoy the beauty of nature. ✔️Travel tips: Clothing: It is recommended to wear hiking shoes, long pants, and long sleeves, and bring a small amount of supplies. Environment: Please take your trash with you and protect the environment of the scenic area.