Shangchunshan Mountain Hike | Not Grueling, but Gorgeous

💚❤ Zhuji Wuxie Scenic Area. This is my third time visiting this attraction, and it refreshes my senses every time! This time was especially true❗️“No trace of dust remains, ascend further to find endless green,” with every step, you'll unlock clear, emerald pools.❤ 📷️Super photo spots: ✔️After disembarking, walk to the electric shuttle station for a stunning view of the emerald lake. You can walk the boardwalk and see many goldfish! (Pics 2, 3, 4) ✔️Walk past the electric shuttle station (don't take it) along the boardwalk. The green grass and trees make for great photos on a sunny day (Pic 12). ✔️West Grand Canyon: Imagine towering mountains on both sides as you walk through the valley, following the stream downwards❗️ ✔️Encounter Kelu Waterfall in the canyon: A perfect photo opportunity (Pics 13, 14). 💰Tickets: ￥70/person, including boat fare. ‼️Also: Shaoxing and Hangzhou citizen card holders enjoy free admission (except during Golden Week and short holidays)😜, but must pay for the boat fare! 🚗Transportation: (I'm a budget traveler🙊) 1️⃣🚎Bus Route 57: Zhuji Station ➡️ The bus stop is right outside the station. Take Route 57 directly to Wuxie Scenic Area (South Gate). The fare is ￥5/person, and the journey takes about an hour. 2️⃣Driving/Taxi: About 17 km, taking about half an hour. 🅿️Parking lot fee: ￥10/day on weekdays, double on other days. 🛺️⚠️Transportation within the scenic area: 1️⃣Entering from the South Gate: Take the boat. The fare is ￥20/person/round trip. Boat fare is included with admission tickets. Those with free admission need to purchase boat tickets. 2️⃣Electric shuttle: ￥5/person/one way. ⁉️South Gate vs. North Gate Entry 🔹Public transportation: More buses to the South Gate. The North Gate has scheduled buses (only four trips a day). 🔹Entering from the South Gate, you need to climb from the Fifth Waterfall to the First Waterfall, and then climb Ziwei Ridge. These are the two main uphill sections. Entering from the North Gate, you need to climb Ziwei Ridge, but the rest is mostly downhill, which is easier. 🌈Recommendations:🉑🉑🉑 ✔️You must try the Cidawu Hand-beaten Noodles. The noodles are hand-beaten and very chewy. I love them because they have a great wok hei flavor. I always order the preserved vegetable and shredded pork noodles.😍😍 ✔️Xishi Tofu: The tofu is super tender, melts in your mouth, and has a lingering aftertaste.