[2025 Huayin Attraction] Travel Guide for East Peak (Updated May)

Help! Mount Hua in Xi'an is absolutely amazing! As a newbie, I just finished climbing it, and my legs are not my own anymore, but it's totally worth it! I'm sharing my hard-earned experience, so save this post, ladies! First of all, the transportation is super convenient! It only takes 30 minutes by high-speed train to Huashan North Station, and a 20-yuan taxi ride from the station directly to the scenic area. I recommend staying at the foot of the mountain one day in advance, so you can start climbing at 5am the next day and perfectly avoid the crowds! (Don't be like me and sleep until 9am, the queue made me question my life.) The entrance ticket is 160 yuan, but trust me, it's worth the money! I recommend taking the West Peak cable car up the mountain (140 yuan), this lazy person tested it and it's really great! It takes you directly to the mountainside in 10 minutes, saving you 3 hours of climbing stairs. However, sisters who are afraid of heights should be cautious, the cable car is all transparent glass, and I screamed with my eyes closed the whole time (embarrassing.jpg). Here comes the main point! Must-see attractions: 1. Plank Road in the Sky: The legendary cliffside plank road, not for the faint of heart! I was so scared that I crawled along the wall the whole time, but the photos are amazing! 2. Eagles Turning Over: 90-degree vertical rock climbing, it is recommended to wear non-slip shoes! I was wearing AJ shoes and slipped into an emoji (crying) 3. East Peak Sunrise: Climbing the mountain in the dark at 4am, I was freezing like a dog, but I teared up the moment I saw the sea of clouds! Foodies, pay attention! Grilled sausages on the mountain are 15 yuan each, so I recommend bringing your own chocolate Snickers. There is a "Lao Tong Guan Rou Jia Mo" at the foot of the mountain, which costs 8 yuan each and is so delicious that you'll stomp your feet. I ate three of them after climbing the mountain! Lessons learned from my blood and tears: 1. Never wear sneakers! I got three blisters on the soles of my feet, and now I walk like a penguin. 2. Bring a light down jacket! The temperature difference between the top and bottom of the mountain is 20 degrees, and I was shivering in the cold wind in my short sleeves. 3. Slather on the sunscreen! The altitude is 2,000+ and the UV rays are super strong, my neck got a dividing line like I was wearing a necklace (crying). Finally, the main point: you must buy gloves! The 2-yuan work gloves saved my life, and climbing the slopes while grabbing the iron chains didn't hurt my hands at all. Remember to get a foot massage after going down the mountain, don't ask me how I know... (supporting my waist.gif) Summary: I have been to Mount Hua countless times, and I still love it as my first love! Although I have to walk backwards when going downstairs now, I immediately want to go again when I see the photos on my phone! Sisters, just go for it! Xi'an, Shaanxi

After deciding to hike the Huashan peaks, I kept paying attention to the weather forecast, worried that I would not be able to go up the mountain due to rain after arriving at Huashan. Only after confirming the latest weather forecast did I book a homestay and train tickets next to Huashan Yuquanyuan. I climbed up the mountain in the dark early in the morning and finally set foot on the long-awaited Huashan Mountain (ticket price ￥160). However, I haven't climbed a mountain for a long time in a long time, and I was worried that I couldn't handle the whole hike (about 15 hours). I decided to hike to the North Peak of Huashan Mountain, walk through the peaks, and then go down the mountain by the West Peak Cableway (one-way ticket ￥140, bus back to the tourist center ￥40), and also take a look at the scenery of the West Peak Cableway. After walking to the North Peak from Huashan Gate, we walked to the East Peak, South Peak and West Peak in sequence. We didn't go up the Central Peak because there was a sign on the corner stairs saying that it was under renovation and no traffic was allowed. The whole hike was about 11~12k, which took about 10 hours. The steep mountain was almost a straight climb up the stone steps. There were some narrow and steep stone steps along the way that required wearing gloves and pulling iron chains for assistance. My thighs were almost cramped the whole time, which was actually a bit hard, but the scenery was really special and I felt a sense of accomplishment after finishing the walk. Only after walking through the peaks of Mount Huashan can you understand why Jin Yong praised the North Peak as the most beautiful and left the inscription "Swordsmanship at Mount Huashan". I originally thought it was because it was easily accessible via a cable car, but only after walking through it did I realize that the magnificence of the main peak of Mount Huashan can be best felt at the North Peak. My route: Huashan Gate (Yuquanyuan) - North Peak (1612 meters above sea level) - East Peak (2096 meters above sea level) - South Peak (2154 meters above sea level) - West Peak (2082 meters above sea level) Descending the Xifeng Mountain by cable car #AprilGoodDestinations2025

✨As a lazy person who "would never climb a mountain if you can hang out" You can even easily get the beautiful sunrise at the top of Mount Huashan Hurry up and collect this super labor-saving guide👇🏻 ⛰【Zero Climbing Sunrise Route】 🌅Sunday Viewpoint: West Peak Cableway Top/East Peak Observation Deck (30 minutes in advance) 🚠 Lazy Cableway: Choose "West Peak Cableway"! 20 minutes through the sea of ​​clouds, the carriage is fully transparent super shocking ⏰Timeline: 15:00 Arrive in Huayin County straight to fat woman meat dumplings 16:30 West Peak Cableway up the mountain (💰140/one way) 17:30 Check-in at West Peak/East Peak Hotel (book 1️⃣ week in advance!) 5:00 Wake up and rush to the sun viewing spot (in a down jacket!) 6:00 Orange cloud sea rolls + sunrise blockbuster is born! 📸【Photo Spot】 1️⃣ West Peak Cable Car: Overhead shot of the cliff under your feet + overhead shot of the clouds above your head 2️⃣ East Peak Sunrise: Take a side silhouette + open arms back 3️⃣ Long Sky Canyon: No challenge can borrow a place to pose 💡Tips: ✅ Check the Huashan weather forecast in advance! You can see the sunrise first on a sunny day ✅ Cableway tickets + tickets in advance at "Huashan Scenic Area" green bubble 🫧 ✅ Simple accommodation conditions on the mountain, bring disposable sheets/wet wipes ✅ After watching the sunrise, it is recommended to go down the mountain from the North Peak Cableway (💰80), and see Canglong Ridge along the way 🍜【List of Surrounding Foods】 ▪️ Meng Kee Da Dao Noodles: Spicy oil splash noodles fragrant to stamp your feet! ▪️Huayin crystal cake: downhill souvenir TOP1 ▪️Old Tongguan Meat Dumplings: Crispy to the point of falling off the crumbs of mille-feuille dumplings ▪️Cumin baked dumplings at the night market: double happiness of carbohydrates + carbohydrates Hurry up and accept this lazy romance!

[Grin] "After visiting Mount Hua, you will never want to look at any other mountain." Mount Hua is made of a single piece of granite and has five main peaks, namely the East, South, West, North, and Central peaks. Qin Shihuang, Emperor Wu of Han, and Empress Wu Zetian all held ceremonies to worship heaven here. [Scowl][Scowl][Scowl] ① North to West (classic route 6-7 hours) Visitor Center - North Peak Cableway - North Peak Summit - Ear-Cleaning Cliff - Ladder - Canglong Ridge - Jinsuo Pass - Middle Peak - East Peak Summit (Yiaozi Flipping) —Nantianmen (Skywalk)—South Peak·Yangtianchi—West Peak Cableway Down the Mountain—Visitor Center Experience: There are many climbs and high physical requirements, but there are fewer queues. You can climb Canglong Ridge and catch the sunset at Xifeng. ② West to North (Popular route 5-6 hours) The route is exactly the same as going up from the north and down from the west, but sometimes you are not allowed to go down Canglong Ridge, and you can only go down Feiyu Ridge Experience: A lot of queues, a lot of downhills, but few climbs, relatively easy 3. West up and west down (easy route 3-4 hours) Visitor Center - West Peak Cableway - West Peak - South Peak - South Gate (Sky Plank Road) - East Peak (Kites Flip) - Middle Peak - West Peak Cableway down - Visitor Center Experience: Can't go to the North Peak, cost 80 yuan more, but it takes less time, less climbing, relatively easy, more friendly to the elderly and tourists with children, it is better to sign up for a group if you are with your family😂 Suggested tours (on foot) ① Hike up and down Yuquanyuan (most tiring 10-12 hours) Yuquanyuan - Huashan Mountain since ancient times - Tiaodao - Qianchizhuang - Baichixia - Laojunligou - North Peak - Canglong Ridge - Middle Peak - East Peak - South Peak - West Peak - Down the West Peak Cableway - Visitor Center ②Climbing time reference Climb East Peak at night to catch the sunrise: Start at 21:00 and reach the top of East Peak at 4:30 (you won’t feel the danger of Huashan Road) Normally catch the sunset at West Peak: start at 7:30 and reach the top of North Peak at 12:00 (you can’t see the sunrise at East Peak) Experience: It takes a long time and requires high physical strength, but it is low cost and in-depth experience, suitable for hiking enthusiasts and special forces. Note: The above time reference and cost do not include the recent experience of "Skywalk" and "Kite Flip" and the outrageous queue time. 1. Skywalk: 3 hours, 2 hours in line + 1 hour for sightseeing Requirements: Height above 1.5 meters, age between 13 and 55 years old, two people are required to play together, can play on site (no bags allowed) 2. Harrier Turn: 2 hours, 1 hour in line + 1 hour playing Requirements: Good physical strength, cliff climbing, very strenuous (cannot bring a bag, need a zippered pocket for a phone) Cost: 30 yuan/person, cash is required for easy refund (many people buy tickets but dare not play) Experience: Anyone who is not afraid of heights can try the Changkong Plank Road, but turning over is really a physical job, so do it according to your ability equipment: Gloves, mobile phone and mainland China ID card must be brought! ! Drinking water: One person needs about 4 bottles. Electrolyte water can be bought in advance, which is more expensive on the mountain. Mineral water can be bought on the mountain and is relatively cheap. High-calorie foods: chocolate, beef jerky, bread, etc., but don’t bring too much, as it will increase the burden, there are also food available on the mountain. Clothes: A windbreaker is a must for night climbing! (Depending on the season, the clothes you bring may vary.) route: ①Go up from the west and go down from the north: It is suitable for those who don’t have much physical strength to climb the mountain during the day. Go up the mountain from the West Peak Cableway, and there are more downhills. ②Go north and west: suitable for those who have good physical strength and like to climb mountains. This is also a night climbing route. You have to hike all the way up from Yuquanyuan. It is almost all uphill steps, which is very tiring. 🚖 Transportation: 🚅 High-speed rail: Take the high-speed rail from Xi'an North Station to Huashan North Station, and then take a bus or taxi to Huashan Scenic Area. 🚍Long-distance bus: Take a long-distance bus to Huashan at Xi'an Bus Station or Xi'an Chengdong Bus Station. 🚘 Self-driving: If you have a car, you can drive to Huashan by yourself, but pay attention to road conditions and parking issues. [Grin][Grin][Grin] If you think what I shared is useful, don’t forget to like it. and attention. I will regularly share more unique and wonderful travel routes. Let's explore more unknown beautiful scenery together with the lines and strategies

Location: Mount Hua is located in Huayin City, Weinan, Shaanxi Province, between 34°25′—34°00′N latitude and 109°57′—110°05′E longitude. It stretches 15 kilometers from east to west and 10 kilometers from north to south, covering an area of approximately 148 square kilometers. It is 120 kilometers west of Xi'an, the capital of Shaanxi Province. Elevation: The elevation of Mount Hua is 2154.9 meters. Overview: Mount Hua, historically known as Xiyue, is one of China's famous Five Great Mountains. It is renowned for its majestic and steep peaks, high cliffs, deep valleys, and unique rock formations. Mount Hua is not only an important birthplace of the Chinese nation, but the character 'Hua' in 'China' also originates from Mount Hua, earning it the nickname 'Root of China.' Mount Hua has five main peaks: East Peak (Chaoyang), West Peak (Lotus), Middle Peak (Jade Maiden), South Peak (Landing Goose), and North Peak (Cloud Terrace). Among them, South Peak (Landing Goose) is the highest, with an elevation of 2154.9 meters; West Peak is the steepest, with an elevation of 2082 meters; and North Peak is the lowest, with an elevation of 1614.7 meters. Mount Hua is famous for its treacherous paths, with the saying 'There is only one way up Mount Hua since ancient times.' There are over 210 scenic spots on Mount Hua, including Huashan Gorge, Thousand-Foot Precipice, Hundred-Foot Gorge, Laojun Plow Groove, Canglong Ridge, Sparrow Hawk Turnover, Chess Pavilion, and Changkong Plank Road. The Huayue Immortal Palm is listed as the top of the Eight Scenic Spots of Guanzhong. Mount Hua is not only beautiful but also has a long history, being a site where many emperors in Chinese history toured or held sacrificial ceremonies. A total of 56 emperors have visited or held sacrificial ceremonies at Mount Hua. Opening Hours: Mount Hua is open daily from 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM. Visitors must book tickets online at least one day in advance. Only after successfully booking can they enter the Mount Hua scenic area at the reserved time. The maximum daily visitor capacity of Mount Hua scenic area is 6000 people. Precautions: 1. Be sure to check the local weather in advance and bring a raincoat or umbrella. The author climbed on a rainy day, which is not bad, just a different scenery. Pictures will be uploaded later. 2. If climbing at night, still check the weather. Because your purpose might be to see the morning sun. 3. Bring enough water and food, as climbing consumes a lot of energy and prevents heatstroke.

If you plan to visit Huashan in Shaanxi, here is a four-day travel guide for your reference: Day 1: - Morning: Arrive in Hanzhong, Shaanxi. After arriving in Hanzhong, you can arrange to check into a hotel, then go to Huashan. Huashan is a famous tourist destination with steep peaks, cliffs, waterfalls and lakes, and is one of China's famous scenic spots. - Afternoon: Visit the attractions of Huashan, such as the East Peak, North Peak, and Liang Zhu Bridge. These attractions are the core attractions of Huashan, where you can overlook the entire Huashan scenery, enjoy the beautiful scenery and adventure climbing. Day 2: - Morning: Continue to visit the attractions of Huashan, such as the Golden Lock Pass and Lotus Peak. The Golden Lock Pass is a famous historical and cultural attraction of Huashan with a long history and unique architectural style; Lotus Peak is a natural landscape of Huashan. - Afternoon: Go to Hanzhong city to visit, you can visit the tomb of Li Zicheng, Louguantai Park and other local historical and cultural monuments and parks. Day 3: - Morning: Go to other attractions under Huashan, such as Huashan Museum, Huashan Waterfall Group. The Huashan Museum can give you a deeper understanding of the history and culture of Huashan; the Huashan Waterfall Group has many different waterfalls and streams, the scenery is very beautiful. - Afternoon: Go to the clear stream of the Wei River to play, enjoy the beautiful scenery of the Wei River, feel the local humanistic style, and you can also enjoy the farmhouse fun and food here. Day 4: - Morning: Visit the attractions in Hanzhong city, such as the Crested Ibis Protection Center, Hanzhong City Museum. The Crested Ibis Protection Center is set up to protect the rare bird crested ibis, it is a good place to learn about ecological protection and bird knowledge; Hanzhong City Museum is a good place to understand the history and culture of Hanzhong. - Afternoon: End the trip and prepare to leave Hanzhong. You can buy some local specialties and souvenirs as a memento of the trip. The above is a four-day travel guide to Huashan, Hanzhong, Shaanxi. You can make reasonable arrangements according to your own time and interest. I hope you have a pleasant journey in Huashan and Hanzhong!

Huashan is a place worth visiting👍. Everyone just needs to know that Huashan, also known as Taihua Mountain, is one of the "Ten Famous Mountains in China", the Western Peak, one of China's Five Sacred Mountains, and one of the nine places to view the sunrise in China. 🏔️Introduction to the five main peaks Huashan is mainly composed of five mountains: East, West, South, North and Central. East Peak (Chaoyang Peak): The best place to watch the sunrise, on Chaoyang Terrace, 2096.2 meters above sea level; South Peak (Luoyan Peak): The highest peak of Mount Huashan and also the highest peak of the Five Sacred Mountains, known as the "Head of Mount Huashan", with an altitude of 2,154.9 meters. West Peak (Lotus Peak): The scenic spot of "Chenxiang splitting the mountain to save his mother" is here. It is also the best place to watch the sunset. It is 2082 meters above sea level. The North Peak (Yuntai Peak) is a good place to view the other three peaks of Huashan and Canglong Ridge to the south. It is surrounded by steep cliffs and has an altitude of 1,614.9 meters. The Middle Peak (Yunv Peak) is located in the center of the East, West and South peaks, with an altitude of 2037.8 meters. ✅About the scenic spot～ 🎫Ticket price: 160 yuan/person in peak season, 100 yuan/person in off-season 🚡Ropeway: Beifeng Cableway one way 80/person Xifeng Cableway one-way 120/person (you can choose a package for a better deal) ⌚Opening hours: 07:00-20:00 🖼️Main attractions: Changkong Plank Road, Xiyue Temple, Canglong Ridge, Jinsuo Pass, etc. ✅About transportation～ 1. High-speed rail If you take the high-speed rail, you must get off at Huashan North Station. After exiting, go to the left side [Huayin Bus Station] free bus stop 🚌 and take the free bus 🚌 [No. 1] or [No. 2] and get off at the terminal, the Tourist Center. After arriving at the visitor center, go to Parking Lot No. 1 in the park and take the scenic area direct bus. Get off at Yuquanyuan and start your hiking trip. Or take a taxi 🚕 to [Yuquanyuan] and get off, which takes about 20 minutes. 2. Take the train 🚞 Tourists taking the train must get off at Huashan Railway Station and then take a taxi or bus to Yuquanyuan, which takes about 10-15 minutes. 3. Self-driving car Self-driving tourists can directly locate [Huashan-Yuquanyuan Parking Lot] and start their hiking journey after getting off the car. ✅About the route～ There are 3 options for regular mountaineering⛰️ ①Go up from the west and down from the north (cable car 🚡 + bus 🚌) to visit West Peak/South Peak/East Peak/Middle Peak/North Peak in turn ② Go up north and down west (cable + bus) to visit North Peak/Middle Peak/East Peak/South Peak/West Peak in turn ③Hike up + take the cable car down to Xifeng Relatively speaking, ① is the easiest, after all, most of it is downhill ⛰️, but it is a bit knee-breaking 🏃🏼‍♂️ ② More tired, but the knees will feel much better. You can choose according to your own situation. ③ It is recommended for mountain climbing enthusiasts 🧗‍♀️ or those with sufficient physical strength to choose this option. It takes a lot of time and energy, so you need to be mentally prepared in advance ✅About equipment～ 1⃣️ Jacket + mountaineering hat + sunglasses + the most important non-slip mountaineering gloves + mountaineering bag + mask 2⃣️Food that can quickly replenish energy (chocolate, daily nuts, energy bars, Pingyao beef, etc.) 2-3 bottles of mineral water 3⃣️Don’t wear too thick pants. It’s easy to sweat when climbing. It’s uncomfortable when wet and it’s not convenient to walk. 5⃣️You can bring your ID card, power bank, student ID and other preferential documents 6⃣️If conditions permit, it is recommended to buy knee pads in advance. Going down the mountain is really too hard on the knees and the legs are weak. 🌻Tips: 1. If you want to hike from Yuquanyuan, you can take a taxi for about 20 yuan. The distance is 7km. After purchasing tickets at the visitor center, you can take the free tourist bus with your tickets. 2. Be sure to check the local weather in advance. Be sure to check the local weather in advance. Be sure to check the weather in advance. 3. Bring enough water and food, as mountain climbing consumes the most energy