[2025 Zhangjiajie Attraction] Travel Guide for Zhangjiajie National Forest Park (Updated Jul)

In early June, we climbed Zhangjiajie in Hunan, and it completely exhausted me! It was incredibly tough – I literally lost 10 pounds just from coming down the mountain! Going up, gasping for breath 😮‍💨 Going down, legs shaking like jelly~ Wind-blown and sun-kissed ~ but utterly free 🔱 The scenery in Zhangjiajie is truly, truly breathtaking, but climbing it is also truly, truly, insanely exhausting. I lost 5 pounds right after coming back 😋 Enough talk, here’s the real deal! 💖 **Day 1: Tianmen Mountain** Route: Tianmen Mountain Cableway Upper Station → Yunmeng Fairy Summit → Tianmen Mountain Cableway Upper Station → West Route → Tianmen Mountain Temple → East Route → Mountain-Piercing Escalator → Tianmen Cave → Descend the 999 Steps → Downhill **Tips:** - The glass walkway costs 5 yuan per person. Don’t buy shoe covers from sellers at the foot—you can’t enter just because you have them; staff check at the entrance. - Food near Tianmen Mountain Temple is overpriced and not great. Try restaurants recommended by your hotel—they’re delicious! 💖 **Day 2: Zhangjiajie National Forest Park (Mountain Area)** Stayed at a homestay 10 mins from the East Gate. Took the Bailong Elevator at 8:30 AM—lucky again, only a 10-minute wait! Route: East Gate → Bailong Elevator → Yuanjiajie → Yangjiajie → Tianzi Mountain → Cableway down (East Gate) **Tips:** - **Bring a hiking stick!** There are endless steps, both up and down. - The eco-bus from Yangjiajie to Tianzi Mountain is fast with sharp turns—motion-sickness-prone folks, beware! - Don’t overpack food. Tianzi Mountain Station has a snack street with fair prices, like 20-yuan all-you-can-eat fried rice. 💖 **Day 3: Zhangjiajie National Forest Park (Valley Area)** Walked the entire Golden Whip Stream (now regretting it deeply). Route: East Gate → Shili Gallery → Golden Whip Stream → Great Oxygen Bar Square → Yellow Stone Village → South Gate **Tips:** 1. Shili Gallery is small—just take the mini-train in, see some monkeys, and ride back out. 2. **Monkeys WILL snatch things!** Avoid plastic bags and keep your hiking stick handy. 3. Golden Whip Stream is over 7 km (2+ hours walk). Adding Yellow Stone Village’s small loop (1.5 hours) or big loop (2 hours) is brutal on the legs. 🔥 **Optimized Route (Learned the Hard Way):** 1. After the mountain tour, take Tianzi Mountain Cableway down and head straight to Shili Gallery. The mini-train ride covers most sights in under 30 mins. Next day, enter via the South Gate. 2. From the South Gate, visit Great Oxygen Bar Square first, then Golden Whip Stream (walk just a few hundred meters before turning back to the square for Yellow Stone Village). **Critical Lesson:** Walking the full Golden Whip Stream + Yellow Stone Village left me too exhausted for Changsha later! This trip was mostly smooth—great stay at Tianmen Mountain’s Four Famous Residences Aesthetic Inn. Here are extra tips to help you: ✨ **Pro Tips:** 1️⃣ At Tianmen Mountain’s entrance, ignore shoe cover sellers—the glass walkway ticket includes them. 2️⃣ The National Forest Park is huge. With a group, hiring a guide for navigation/commentary is wise to avoid getting lost. 3️⃣ Golden Whip Stream is a hidden gem—a natural oxygen bar with crisp air. - The flat path along the stream is perfect for kids. - Pack extra clothes, non-slip outdoor shoes, and a water gun for maximum fun!

Zhangjiajie is a “little” town (over 1.6 million people living in there) close by a few incredible natural, cultural and historic sites. At least a few days here are worth the visit. - a couple of days hiking inside the #zhangjiajienationalforestpark and the famous Avatar-movie mountains and pillars (the main photo I took and shared is the #avatarhallelujahmountain - its name changed after the movie made the pillar quite famous). The national park is huge and two or three days are just enough to visit the best spots by busses, cable cars, elevators and hiking a lot. Amazing park, well kept and clean, beautiful views. - second spot is the infamous #zhangjiajiegrandcanyonglassbridge - a big suspended bridge over the beautiful Zhangjiajie Canyon. It supposed to be scary. It wasn’t. The canyon view is wonderful, glass bridge, a little less. - third on the list is the #tianmenmountain and its jaw dropping #heavensgate - you get to the base of the heaven’s gate by cable cars and to get to the natural cave you need to be ready to go through 999 very steep steps. Massive burn on my calves 🔥 but, again, super worthy! Amazing spot 😍 - finally, the #72wondertowerzhangjiajie - I was really surprised by this. The #72qilou , or 72 strange building, is the #guinnesworldrecord for the highest stilted building 😯 . It’s beautiful during the day, but astonishing at night. You pay 88 yuan the entrance and you have access to endless show from 6pm, including cultural songs, dancing and a crazy fire show 🔥 🔥 A-M-A-Z-I-N-G First part of the #hunan province in #china was a blessing ❤️🪭🇨🇳 Let’s go China

Zhangjiajie actually has quite a few tourist traps if you don't plan well 😭 It's super popular here with so many people coming to check out the real-life "Avatar" mountains, so proper planning is essential. Without good preparation, I'd advise against visiting from May to July‼️ 💕 Complete Zhangjiajie Travel Guide (May-July 2025 Edition) Three Thousand Peculiar Peaks · Sea of Clouds Wonderland · In-depth Experience · Pitfall Avoidance 🔥🔥🌈 World Natural Heritage: Zhangjiajie National Forest Park (including Yuanjiajie, Golden Whip Stream, Yellow Stone Village), Tianmen Mountain National Forest Park. Geological Wonders: Quartz Sandstone Peak Forest Landform, Tianmen Cave, Glass Walkway, Grand Canyon Glass Bridge. Cultural Experiences: Tusi City, Fenghuang Ancient Town, Western Hunan Miao Village. Food Recommendations: Sanxiaguo (Three-pot Dish), Tujia Bacon, Rock Ear Stewed Chicken, Sour Pickled Fish. 🗾 2. Itinerary Planning (5 Days 4 Nights In-depth Tour) 🔵 Day 1: Arrive in Zhangjiajie · First Exploration of Tianmen Wonders Morning: Arrive at Zhangjiajie Hehua Airport/West Railway Station, check into hotel (recommend hotels near Tianmen Mountain Cableway Station). Afternoon: Tianmen Mountain National Forest Park (Ticket: ¥258, includes cableway): Route: Tianmen Mountain Cableway → Glass Walkway → Ghost Valley Plank Road → Tianmen Cave → 99-Bend Road. Tips: Book Line A (cableway up) in advance to avoid crowds. Dinner: Fuzhengyi Sanxiaguo (Tianmen Mountain Cableway Branch): ¥60/person, must-try bacon and pork tripe Sanxiaguo. Night Tour: Xibu Street: Explore intangible cultural heritage blocks, try kudzu root powder and glutinous rice cakes. 🔵 Day 2: Zhangjiajie National Forest Park · Peak Forest Exploration Morning: Yellow Stone Village (Ticket included in park pass, round-trip cableway ¥118): Viewpoints: Five Finger Peak, Six Wonders Pavilion, Star Picking Platform. Afternoon: 🔥🔥 Yuanjiajie (Bailong Elevator one-way ¥65): Visit "Hallelujah Mountain" (Avatar filming location) and First Bridge Under Heaven. Yangjiajie: Natural Great Wall, Peak Wall Wonder. Dinner: Lao Zaotao Local Cuisine (Wulingyuan Landmark Store): ¥50/person, recommend Tujia Mixed Dish and Rock Ear Stewed Chicken. Accommodation: Four Seasons by the Stream Resort (Wulingyuan Branch): Near Baofeng Lake with free shuttle service. 🔵 Day 3: Golden Whip Stream Walk · Overnight in Furong Town Morning: Golden Whip Stream (Free): 7.5km walk (2 hours), encounter wild macaques. Afternoon: Ten-Mile Gallery (Small train one-way ¥38): See Herbal Medicine Gatherer and Three Sisters Peaks. Evening: Head to Furong Town (Ticket: ¥108): Visit the thousand-year-old town on waterfalls, enjoy night light show. Dinner: Liu Xiaoqing Rice Tofu Shop: ¥15/person, must-try rice tofu and mugwort cakes. Accommodation: Furong Town Tuwang Palace·Badu Hall: Built by the waterfall with scenic views. 🔵 Day 4: Tusi Culture · Fenghuang Ancient Town Morning: Tusi City (Ticket: ¥98): See Nine-Heaven Stilted Building and Hand-Waving Hall, experience Tujia wedding customs. Afternoon: Head to Fenghuang Ancient Town (3-hour drive): Walk along Tuo River, visit Rainbow Bridge and Ten Thousand Pagodas. Dinner: Junzi Restaurant: ¥60/person, must-try Blood Cake Duck and Sour Fish Soup. Night Tour: Boat ride on Tuo River, admire ancient town night view, try Miao silver jewelry DIY. 🔵 Day 5: Western Hunan Miao Village · Return Morning: Western Hunan Miao Village (Ticket with performance: ¥120): Participate in Gate-Blocking Wine Ceremony, Long Table Banquet, learn Miao songs and make glutinous rice cakes. Afternoon: Return trip, can buy souvenirs: Zhangjiajie berry tea, eucommia tea, kudzu root powder. 🔥 3. Transportation Guide 🚄 External Transport: Flight: Zhangjiajie Hehua Airport, 10km from downtown, taxi ~¥15. Train: Zhangjiajie West Station (high-speed), Zhangjiajie Station (regular), both have direct buses to downtown. 🚗 Local Transport: Scenic Area Shuttle: Downtown → Wulingyuan: Bus from bus station, ¥13/person, 50 mins. Downtown → Grand Canyon: Direct bus, ¥22/person, 1.5 hours. Ride-hailing/Taxi: Daytime starting fare ¥6, nighttime ¥7. 🏠 4. Accommodation Recommendations 📍 Tianmen Mountain Area: Wyndham Garden Zhangjiajie Tianmen Mountain (near cableway station): 2000㎡ garden terrace with mountain views. 📍 Wulingyuan Area: Hampton by Hilton Zhangjiajie (near forest park landmark gate): Offers free customized tour routes. 📍 Fenghuang Ancient Town: Pushi Riverside B&B (Tuo River side): Stilted house views, 5-min walk to Rainbow Bridge. 🗾 5. Food Map Sanxiaguo: Fuzhengyi Sanxiaguo (Tianmen Mountain branch), bacon/tripe/pork belly pot, ¥60/person Tujia Cuisine: Lao Zaotao Local Cuisine (Wulingyuan branch), rock ear chicken/Tujia mixed dish, ¥50/person Snacks: Xibu Street Old Noodle Shop, straw hat noodles/kudzu root powder, ¥15/person Night Food: South Gate Food Street, grilled glutinous rice cakes/sour spicy noodles, ¥25/person 6. Pitfall Avoidance Guide 🎫 Ticket Traps: Avoid "scalper" overpriced tickets, book via official platforms in advance. 🚄 Transport Tips: Airport/station unlicensed taxis overcharge, insist on metered taxis or ride-hailing. 🍴 Dining Notes: Higher prices in scenic areas, bring snacks; confirm prices before ordering. ‼️ Safety Tips: Wild macaques at Golden Whip Stream/Yuanjiajie - don't feed or provoke them. Take this guide and embark on your journey to the fairyland of peaks and clouds! 🏞️🌉

Recommended Itinerary: 3-Day Essential Tour Day 1: A First Taste of Magical Peaks ✅ Zhangjiajie National Forest Park (Ticket: CNY 228/4 days validity) - Must-see: Yuanjiajie (Avatar Hallelujah Mountains inspiration), Tianzi Mountain (Cloud Sea Viewing Platform), Huangshi Village (Aerial Viewing) - Transportation: Free shuttle bus in the scenic area, Bailong Elevator: CNY 72 for a one-way trip (Super shocking instant summit!) 🍜 Dinner: "Fu Zheng Yi San Xia Guo" in the city center, spicy and delicious! Day 2: Tianmen Mountain Adventure Day ✅ Tianmen Mountain Scenic Area (Ticket: CNY 278, choose Line A cableway to go up the mountain!) - Stunning landmarks: 999 steps of the Heavenly Stairs, Glass Skywalk (CNY 5 for shoe covers), Tianmen Cave piercing through the clouds - Secret Tips: Grab tickets at 7:00 am to avoid the crowds, the scenery on the west line of the mountain is more pristine! 🚡 The world's longest cable car is 7.5 km long, offering a panoramic view of the winding mountain road for 28 minutes! Day 3: Exploring Lesser-Known Secret Realms ✅ Zhangjiajie Grand Canyon Glass Bridge (Ticket: CNY 128) - Challenge the world's highest glass bridge, bungee jumping/ziplining is so exciting that your legs will go weak! ✅ Huanglong Cave (Ticket: CNY 100) - Underground karst cave wonders + boat exploration, the first choice for summer heat escape! --- 🚗 Transportation Guide ✈️ Airport: Hehua Airport → CNY 30 by taxi to the city center 🚅 High-speed train: Zhangjiajie West Station → Bus No. 17 directly to the city center ⚠️ Anti-scam tips: Don't take black cabs at the train station! Look for regular metered taxis --- 🏨 Accommodation Recommendations 1️⃣ City Value for Money: Ji Hotel (near Tianmen Mountain cableway, clean and safe) 2️⃣ Mountain Top Features: Dingxiangrong Village Homestay (cloud sea view from the window, but conditions are relatively simple) 3️⃣ High-end Choice: Zhangjiajie Hetianju Resort (forest infinity pool) --- 🍲 Foodie Radar 🔥 Must-eat list: - Tujia Smoked Pork with Bamboo Shoots - Rock Tripe Stewed with Local Chicken - Sour Fish 🍻 Night Market: Nanmenkou Food Street (opens after 18:00), recommended "Lao Tang San Xia Guo" --- 💡 Super Tips 1️⃣ Prepare shoe covers + lightweight raincoat for rainy days, bring a coat as the temperature difference on the mountain is large 2️⃣ Student ID/tour guide certificate/military officer ID gets you half-price tickets! 3️⃣ Monkeys appear in the area, ⚠️ don't carry plastic bags! 4️⃣ Best photography spots: Tianzi Mountain General's Platform, Daguantai Sunrise --- 📸 Follow this guide, you can not only avoid 90% of tourist traps, but also unlock movie-level scenery! 👉 Click to save and read it again before departure!

Zhangjiajie National Forest Park is incredibly vast and can be explored over four days. Unfortunately, we only had one day, so we chose to focus on the highlights of the East Gate. From the East Gate, we took the eco-friendly shuttle to "Shuirao Simen" and then transferred to the "Bailong Elevator" station (about a 15-minute ride). The elevator (¥65 one-way) is renowned as the world's tallest outdoor elevator. In just **68 seconds, it ascends straight to Yuanjiajie**, and as you emerge from the mountain, the "Gathering of Soldiers" peaks rise dramatically before your eyes—absolutely breathtaking! Once at the top, a 10-minute walk along the trail leads to "Mihuntai," the **core viewing area of Yuanjiajie**: 1. **Qiankun Column** (the prototype for Avatar's "Hallelujah Mountain")—a massive stone pillar shrouded in mist, exuding a sci-fi vibe! 2. **First Bridge Under Heaven**—a natural stone bridge connecting two peaks, with a 300-meter deep valley below. Thrilling and spectacular. 3. **Back Garden**—surrounded by unique peaks resembling a bonsai garden, offering views of Huangshizhai and Tianzi Mountain. **Tips**: - The Yuanjiajie loop takes about 2 hours to complete. At the endpoint, you can take the eco-friendly shuttle to Tianzi Mountain or Yangjiajie for further exploration. - For the return trip, you can descend via the elevator or walk to the "First Bridge Under Heaven" station to catch a shuttle to other scenic areas. (This route is compact and packed with photo-worthy spots, perfect for visitors looking to efficiently explore the highlights!)

How to have fun without breaking the bank in Zhangjiajie with a budget of CNY 459 per person, without staying in scenic area hotels, joining a tour group, or wasting money? 📍 See mountain views, the Glass Bridge, and ancient towns all in one go. It's a paradise for hikers and photographers, and a dream destination for budget travelers! 🧭 Itinerary & Detailed Expenses 🥾 Day 1: Arrive in Zhangjiajie → Zhangjiajie National Forest Park (including Golden Whip Stream) 🚄 Get off at the train station → Take a direct bus to the entrance of the Forest Park 🎫 Student ID ticket: CNY 112 (valid for three days) 🚶‍♂️ Hike along Golden Whip Stream, the easiest route with beautiful scenery and lots of monkeys! 🍲 Dinner: Small restaurant outside the scenic area, rice noodles + tofu pudding CNY 13 🏨 Accommodation: Wulingyuan Youth Hostel bed CNY 55 Daily cost: Around CNY 180 🌄 Day 2: Yuanjiajie → Tianzi Mountain → Bailong Elevator → Ten-Mile Gallery 🍜 Breakfast: Rou jia mo + soy milk CNY 10 🚠 Take the cable car to Yuanjiajie (walking is optional), Zhangjiajie's core scenic spot! 🎬 The prototype of the Hallelujah Mountains from Avatar is here. The stunning scenery is unforgettable at first sight. ⛰️ Hike through Tianzi Mountain and see the clouds rolling in the depths of the mountains. 🛗 Take the Bailong Elevator down the mountain (student ID ticket CNY 38) 🚂 Ten-Mile Gallery train (student ID ticket CNY 28, you can walk or take the train) 🍲 Dinner: Fried noodles + braised chicken CNY 18 🏨 Accommodation: Continue staying at the original youth hostel CNY 55 Daily cost: Around CNY 149 🏞️ Day 3: Zhangjiajie Grand Canyon → Glass Bridge → Return to the city 🎫 Zhangjiajie Grand Canyon + Glass Bridge student ID ticket: CNY 118 (book online) 🌉 Walk on the high-altitude Glass Bridge, feel your heart beat faster, and take amazing photos. 🍜 Lunch: Scenic area fast food (save money by bringing your own food) 🚍 Return to the city in the afternoon, return train or bus 🧃 Farewell milk tea + local products: CNY 20 small souvenir Daily cost: Around CNY 130 💰 Summary of total expenses: 🎫 Scenic spot tickets + transportation: CNY 296 🛏️ 2 nights accommodation: CNY 110 🍜 Food + snacks: CNY 53 👉 Total: CNY 459, a truly free mountain trip for less than five hundred!

One of the commonly asked question I’ve gotten about my Zhangjiajie trip. Here’s a breakdown of the cost for my trip: 🎟️ Attraction Tickets: • Zhangjiajie National Forest Park (4-Day Pass, during Peak season from Mar - Nov): CNY225 ~ SGD45 • Bailong Elevator (one-way): CNY65 ~ SGD13 • Grand Canyon Entrance: CNY219 ~ SGD44 • Adventure package at Grand Canyon: CNY80 ~ SGD16 • 72 Strange Buildings: CNY50 ~ SGD10 • Tianmen Mountain Entrance + Cable Cars: CNY278 ~ SGD56 • Tianmen Elevator Ride: CNY33 ~ SGD7 • Furong Town: CNY108 ~ SGD22 🥢 Food: ~ SGD300 🏨 Accommodation: SGD360 🚆Transport: • Flight from Shanghai: SGD990 • DiDi around the attractions: ~ SGD90 • Train to and fro Furong Town: SGD54 Entrance tickets, flights and train tickets are all purchased via TRIP.com #discoverchina

#discoverchina Zhangjiajie is located in the northwest of Hunan Province, China, and is famous for its unique sandstone peak forest landscape. It is China's first national forest park and a UNESCO World Natural Heritage site, often considered the real-life version of the world in Avatar. The towering peaks come in various shapes, surrounded by mist, creating a fairy-tale-like scenery. With its breathtaking beauty, Zhangjiajie is a must-visit destination for travelers and photography enthusiasts alike.

This was my first time visiting Zhangjiajie National Forest Park. I did some research beforehand, but for the rest, I relied on trial and error to find my way around. I entered the park at 7:30 am and finished visiting all the attractions by 5 pm, and it was on a Sunday, when there were many visitors. But I managed to take a day trip with zero lines and zero slopes! I've put the itinerary in picture one, and here's a detailed explanation: 1⃣ Enter through the Wulingyuan East Gate. At this time, the large tour groups will all be taking the eco-bus to the Bailong Elevator. I chose to take the eco-bus to the Tianzi Mountain cable car. 2⃣ No lines going up the Tianzi Mountain cable car, and it only takes ten minutes to get to Tianzi Mountain 3⃣ The eco-bus on the mountain will take you to Helong Park in Tianzi Mountain 4⃣ After visiting Helong Park and Tianzi Pavilion, take the eco-bus to Yangjiajie. The whole journey takes about 30 minutes. The winding mountain roads made me, someone who doesn't usually get carsick, feel a little nauseous. 5⃣ After getting off at Yangjiajie, avoid the crowds going to Yuanjiajie and take the Yangjiajie cable car down the mountain 6⃣ The mountain views on both sides of the Yangjiajie cable car are worth seeing. After getting off, an eco-bus will take you to Longfeng Temple 7⃣ After getting off, walk about 300m along the forest trail to the Huangshizhai cable car 8⃣ Huangshizhai is at the top of the cable car. The scenery here is beautiful, and I especially recommend taking the outer loop line counterclockwise. After 1 to 2 hours of sightseeing, take the cable car back down the mountain 9⃣ After coming down from Huangshizhai, take the eco-bus to the South Gate 🔟 If you're tired at this point, you can exit the park from the South Gate. If you still have energy, you can continue hiking the 5.5 km of the Golden Whip Stream. The scenery along the way is unique, and the whole journey, including breaks, will take about 2 to 2.5 hours, eventually reaching Water-Surrounded Gate 1⃣1⃣ Take the eco-bus from Water-Surrounded Gate to the Bailong Elevator 1⃣2⃣ When I got to the Bailong Elevator, it was 3:30 pm. At this time, there was no one waiting to go up the mountain. On the opposite side, there was a bustling crowd coming down the elevator. So, I had the entire glass window of the elevator to myself for the whole 60-second ride. To be honest, both the scenery and the ride experience were very average. If I had to wait in line for more than an hour, I would have felt like a total sucker. 1⃣3⃣ After taking the elevator up the mountain, you can take an almost empty eco-bus to Yuanjiajie. You'll find that everyone on the other side is taking pictures of the eco-bus going in the opposite direction and the people going down the Bailong Elevator. At this point, a sense of superiority arises spontaneously. 1⃣4⃣ The return journey from Yangjiajie is the same route as in the morning, just going back. Finally, I arrived at the Tianzi Mountain cable car at 5 pm to go down the mountain. At this time, there was almost no one on the cable car going down the mountain, so I did something very boring: I rode this cable car back and forth three times. I was the only one in the cable car, so I could take pictures and videos as I pleased. The jagged peaks on both sides of this cable car are still worth seeing. I left the park at 6 pm, bought a cup of Heytea at the entrance, and sat down to drink it slowly. Overall, the trip was very relaxing, because I was traveling during off-peak hours, so I didn't need to rush and could rest on the spot whenever I was tired. By the way, I bought a three-lock 1t multi-use ticket, so I could ride the cable cars and elevators as much as I wanted, without having to worry about the single-ride cost. Zhangjiajie National Forest Park

📍Location & Transportation🌟🌟🌟🌟 Zitong Yaju Homestay is located at No. 028, Qimaling Group, Yejipu Neighborhood Committee, Zhonghu Township, Wulingyuan District, Zhangjiajie. It's close to Zhangjiajie National Forest Park, and easily accessible by car or public transport. 🏠Amenities🌟🌟🌟🌟 Opened in 2025, the homestay boasts new facilities. Choose from various room types, including Mountain View Double Rooms and Deluxe Twin Rooms. All rooms are equipped with smart locks, air conditioning, and other amenities. Some rooms even feature 270-degree viewing windows offering stunning mountain views. The homestay also has a free parking lot, a restaurant, and provides luggage storage and airport pickup services. 😃Service & Experience🌟🌟🌟🌟 The hospitable host provides attentive service, including itinerary planning, route guidance, and travel tips, ensuring a smooth trip for guests. Free and reliable Wi-Fi is also available. 🍜Food & Dining🌟🌟🌟 While breakfast isn't provided, numerous restaurants and snack bars are within walking distance, offering local specialties like Tucia Sanxia Guo (Three-Pot Stew) and Xiangxi bacon. 💰Value for Money🌟🌟🌟🌟 Zitong Yaju Homestay offers affordable rates, which vary depending on room type and season. Overall, it provides excellent value for money, catering to various budgets. 📌Summary Zitong Yaju Homestay (Zhangjiajie National Forest Park Branch) is a great option with excellent location, facilities, and service. If you're planning a trip to Zhangjiajie National Forest Park, consider this homestay for a memorable experience.

🌟Highlights: Zhangjiajie, Hunan's stunning scenery is like a fairyland on earth. This famous 5A-level scenic spot in China is known for its unique karst landforms and breathtaking natural scenery. 👍Most recommended: 1️⃣Tianmen Mountain National Forest Park: Home to the world's longest alpine passenger cableway, offering stunning views of deep valleys and cliffs. 2️⃣Zhangjiajie National Forest Park: The core scenic area of Zhangjiajie, boasting "3,000 strange peaks and 800 beautiful waters." 3️⃣Ten-Mile Gallery: A narrow canyon, 5.8 km deep, with a stream flowing through it. 4️⃣Zhangjiajie Grand Canyon Glass Bridge 🚉Transportation: Public transport: Buses 4 and 5, etc., can take you to the city center. The fare is CNY1–2, and the journey takes about 30 mins. ◦ Taxi/ride-hailing: The fare is about CNY20–30, and it takes 15–20 mins to reach the city center. ✅Must-sees: Zhangjiajie National Forest Park, Tianmen Mountain National Forest Park, Zhangjiajie Grand Canyon, and Ten-Mile Gallery. 💰Average cost: CNY1,500–2,000 per person

🟠🟠Recommended Zhangjiajie Attractions ✅ Tianmen Mountain National Forest Park 💷 Ticket: approx. CNY 278 🔥 Recommended: ★★★★★ Suggested Itinerary: Tianmen Mountain National Forest Park boasts famous attractions such as Tianmen Cave, the Glass Skywalk, and the Ghost Valley Skywalk. We recommend taking the Tianmen Mountain Cable Car up the mountain for a thrilling aerial sightseeing experience. Plan to spend a full day here. ✅ Zhangjiajie Wulingyuan Scenic and Historic Interest Area 💷 Ticket: CNY 228 (valid for four days) 🔥 Recommended: ★★★★★ Suggested Itinerary: Wulingyuan Scenic and Historic Interest Area encompasses several scenic spots, including Zhangjiajie National Forest Park, Yuanjiajie, and Yangjiajie. We recommend spending two days exploring this area, where you can admire natural wonders like the "Hallelujah Mountains," the inspiration for the floating mountains in *Avatar*. ✅ Zhangjiajie Grand Canyon 💷 Ticket: approx. CNY 248 🔥 Recommended: ★★★★☆ Suggested Itinerary: Famous for its Cloud Dream glass bridge, Zhangjiajie Grand Canyon is perfect for adventurous thrill-seekers. Plan to spend half a day to a full day here. ✅ Huanglong Cave 💷 Ticket: approx. CNY 117 🔥 Recommended: ★★★★☆ Suggested Itinerary: Huanglong Cave is a massive karst cave system featuring a variety of stalactites and an underground river. It's ideal for visitors interested in geological wonders. Plan to spend half a day here. ✅ Ten-Mile Gallery 💷 Ticket: approx. CNY 38 🔥 Recommended: ★★★★☆ Suggested Itinerary: Ten-Mile Gallery is a picturesque valley offering stunning views of various mountain peaks and streams. It's perfect for hiking and photography. Plan to spend half a day here. ✅ Baofeng Lake (Ticket price not provided, but estimated to be within a reasonable range based on other attractions) 🔥 Recommended: ★★★★☆ Suggested Itinerary: Baofeng Lake is a man-made lake with beautiful scenery. Take a boat tour to enjoy the stunning views of the lake and surrounding mountains. Ideal for those who appreciate tranquility and nature. ✅ Tianzi Mountain Nature Reserve (Usually included in the Wulingyuan Scenic and Historic Interest Area ticket) 🔥 Recommended: ★★★★★ Suggested Itinerary: Tianzi Mountain is a paradise for photographers and hikers, with its numerous unique peaks, unusual rock formations, and pristine forests. We recommend exploring it alongside other attractions in Wulingyuan. ✅ Yuanjiajie Scenic Area (Usually included in the Wulingyuan Scenic and Historic Interest Area ticket) 🔥 Recommended: ★★★★★ Suggested Itinerary: Yuanjiajie, the filming location for the floating mountains in *Avatar*, boasts breathtaking natural scenery and unique geological features. We recommend exploring it alongside other attractions in Wulingyuan. Travel Tips 🌈 1. Book tickets and accommodation in advance: Zhangjiajie is a popular tourist destination. Book your tickets and accommodation online in advance to avoid sold-out situations and ensure a smooth trip. 🌈 2. Be prepared for changing weather: The mountain weather in Zhangjiajie is unpredictable. Check the weather forecast before your trip and pack accordingly, including sunscreen and rain gear. 🌈 3. Wear comfortable clothing: Zhangjiajie has many mountain trails. Wear comfortable shoes and clothing suitable for hiking and climbing. 🌈 4. Hire a local guide: If you're unfamiliar with Zhangjiajie's history and culture, consider hiring a local guide for a more in-depth experience. 🌈 5. Stay safe: Be mindful of your belongings, follow park regulations, and avoid entering restricted areas. 2-Day Itinerary Day 1 8:00 am–12:00 pm: Tianmen Mountain National Forest Park (Take the cable car up, visit Tianmen Cave, Ghost Valley Skywalk, etc.) 12:00 pm–1:30 pm: Lunch (Restaurant near Tianmen Mountain) 2:00 pm–6:00 pm: Zhangjiajie Grand Canyon (Visit the Cloud Dream glass bridge, Grand Canyon, etc.) 6:30 pm–7:30 pm: Dinner (Restaurant in Zhangjiajie city) Day 2 7:00 am–12:00 pm: Wulingyuan Scenic and Historic Interest Area (Visit Yuanjiajie, Yangjiajie, etc.) 12:00 pm–1:30 pm: Lunch (Restaurant near Wulingyuan) 2:00 pm–5:00 pm: Ten-Mile Gallery (Hiking and enjoying the natural scenery) 5:30 pm–7:00 pm: Dinner (Restaurant in Zhangjiajie city) + Free time (Shopping, etc.) This itinerary is for reference only. You can adjust it based on your interests and circumstances. Please prioritize safety and adhere to park regulations during your visit.

The short holiday is here! Zhangjiajie National Forest Park invites you to enjoy a whole year of free fun! With your *Ne Zha* movie ticket, you can visit an unlimited number of times! There's also Tujia Sanxia Guo hot pot, Diao Guo Yan, Miao costumes for photos, sunrise and sea of clouds views from mountaintop internet-famous B&Bs, and even VIP access for a hassle-free Zhangjiajie experience! / 🚩Suggested Itinerary: An In-depth Exploration of Zhangjiajie's Wonderland! D1: 🏠→🚅Arrive in Zhangjiajie→🚘VIP transfer→🏨Check in to Zhangjiajie Sunshine Hotel Set off for Zhangjiajie, enjoy VIP pick-up service, and check in to a 5-star hotel in the city center with zero waiting time to recharge for the upcoming journey. D2: 🌉Zhangjiajie Grand Canyon Glass Bridge→🌳Zhangjiajie National Forest Park→🏞️Huangshi Village Walk across the thrilling glass bridge and experience the magnificence of the canyon; explore the National Forest Park and breathe in the fresh air; climb Huangshi Village and overlook the rolling mountains, immersing yourself in the beauty of nature. Enjoy a Tujia Sanxia Guo hot pot dinner and savor the unique local flavors. D3: 🏔️Tianzi Mountain Scenic Area→🌳Yangjiajie Scenic Area→🚡Bailong Elevator→🎨Ten-Mile Gallery→🎭Charming Xiangxi Show Visit Tianzi Mountain and appreciate the grandeur and beauty of the landscape; explore Yangjiajie and experience a different kind of mountain scenery; take the Bailong Elevator and overlook the magnificent valley; stroll along the Ten-Mile Gallery and admire the picturesque natural scenery; in the evening, watch the *Charming Xiangxi* show and experience the rich folk culture. Stay overnight at an internet-famous B&B on the mountaintop and enjoy the sunrise and sea of clouds. D4: 🚡Tianmen Mountain National Forest Park→🌺Miao Costume Photo Shoot→🏞️Explore Tianmen Mountain Again Climb Tianmen Mountain and challenge your limits; walk through the forest trails and feel the mystery and tranquility of nature. A special Miao costume photo shoot is arranged to create unforgettable travel memories. Explore Tianmen Mountain again for an in-depth experience of its unique charm. Enjoy exclusive VIP access to the scenic area and play easily without queuing. 🎉Special Offer: With your *Ne Zha* ticket purchase information, buy a one-time Zhangjiajie National Forest Park ticket and enjoy unlimited free entry throughout the year! Come to Zhangjiajie and start your magical journey!🎈 / Must-See Attractions: 🌳 Zhangjiajie National Forest Park The filming location for the movie *Avatar*! Peaks rise one after another, creating a picturesque landscape. Now, there's a joint promotion with *Ne Zha*, offering unlimited free visits throughout the year! Come and experience it～ 🏞️ Huangshi Village Precipitous cliffs and swirling clouds and mist. Reach the summit and enjoy a panoramic view of the mountains, leaving you refreshed and inspired! There's also a heart-to-heart talk with the internet-famous tour guide Ajian, healing your journey. 🌲 Tianmen Mountain National Forest Park Sheer cliffs and a thrilling glass walkway! The scenery here is boundless, waiting for you to challenge! 🎭 Zhangjiajie *Charming Xiangxi* Show A feast for the eyes and ears! Enjoy the customs of western Hunan and experience the mysterious folk traditions. Don't miss it! 🚡 Bailong Elevator Take the Bailong Elevator and reach Yuanjiajie in 3 minutes! Save time and effort while enjoying the scenery along the way. Come and experience it! / 🎒 Travel Preparations: 👗 Clothing: Long-sleeved T-shirts, long pants, and sneakers are comfortable and sun-protective. Bring a light jacket for the large temperature difference between morning and evening. 🎩 Accessories: Wide-brimmed hats and sunglasses are essential for sun protection. Don't forget to bring rain gear, as it rains a lot in Zhangjiajie in March. 📋 Documents: ID card, student ID, driver's license—bring everything you need for a smoother trip. 💊 Medicine: Motion sickness medicine, band-aids, stomach medicine—it's always better to be prepared. Mosquito repellent is also important, as there are many mosquitoes in the mountains. 🔋 Electronics: Mobile phone, camera, power bank—don't miss the beautiful scenery, record and share it anytime. 🍪 Food: Bring some snacks and water to replenish your energy and avoid hunger. 💰 Other: A small amount of cash for backup, as some scenic areas have poor signal, and cash is safer. / 🎉Experience the beauty of Zhangjiajie with a group tour! Don't forget to like and save for more exciting travel guides!🌈

Known for its "three thousand strange peaks and eight hundred beautiful waters," Zhangjiajie is like a magical and beautiful landscape painting 🖼️, stretching freely between heaven and earth. Every peak forest and every stream tells of nature's breathtaking artistry. March is the perfect time to visit Zhangjiajie, with pleasant weather and vibrant surroundings. Start your journey here and encounter the purest beauty of spring. Below is a super detailed travel guide for Zhangjiajie in March 📖. 🚗 Transportation Guide - Airplane ✈️: Zhangjiajie Hehua International Airport is very close to the city center and has flights to and from major cities. After getting off the plane, you can take the airport bus or a taxi to the city center, which takes about 30 minutes. - Train/High-speed Rail 🚄: Zhangjiajie has two railway stations: Zhangjiajie Railway Station and Zhangjiajie West Railway Station. It's very convenient to get to the city center from Zhangjiajie Railway Station, with multiple bus routes available. Zhangjiajie West Railway Station is a high-speed rail station, and transportation is also very convenient. You can take a bus or a taxi to the city center. - Local Transportation 🚌: There are many bus routes in Zhangjiajie that can take you to various scenic spots. If you want more freedom and convenience, you can also choose to take a taxi or rent an electric scooter 🛵 to experience the city's vibrant atmosphere. 🏞️ Must-See Attractions 1. Zhangjiajie National Forest Park 🌳 - Tickets: CNY 228/person. - Opening hours: 7:00 - 18:00. - Features: This is the core scenic area of Zhangjiajie, with unique peaks, deep canyons, streams, and waterfalls. Every step is a scene, as if you have stepped into a fairyland. The Hallelujah Mountain in Yuanjiajie, shrouded in clouds and mist, looks like it's floating in the air, dreamlike and ethereal. The Golden Whip Stream winds down along the mountain peaks, with crystal-clear water and lush trees along the banks, like a green ribbon. 2. Tianmen Mountain National Forest Park 🌁 - Tickets: CNY 278/person (including cable car, shuttle bus, etc.). - Opening hours: 8:00 - 16:30. - Features: It has the world's longest high-altitude passenger cableway. Sitting on the cable car, you can overlook the magnificent scenery of Zhangjiajie. Tianmen Cave is a landmark attraction of Tianmen Mountain. The huge cave cuts through the mountain and is extremely spectacular. There is also a thrilling glass walkway. Walking on it, with a bottomless abyss beneath your feet, is both frightening and exhilarating. 3. Grand Canyon Glass Bridge Scenic Area 🌉 - Tickets: Grand Canyon ticket + Glass Bridge ticket CNY 219/person. - Opening hours: 8:00 - 17:00. - Features: The glass bridge spans the Grand Canyon and is several hundred meters long. Walking on the transparent glass bridge, you feel like you're suspended above the canyon, with the beautiful scenery of the canyon beneath your feet. The Grand Canyon has numerous waterfalls, deep canyons, and fresh air, making it a natural oxygen bar. 4. Huanglong Cave 🕳️ - Tickets: CNY 103/person. - Opening hours: 8:00 - 17:30. - Features: This is a huge underground cave system. The cave is filled with various peculiar karst landscapes such as stalagmites, stone pillars, and stalactites. Under the colorful lights, it looks like a magical underground palace. Take a boat tour of the underground river and experience the mysterious atmosphere. 5. Baofeng Lake 💧 - Tickets: CNY 96/person. - Opening hours: 8:00 - 17:00. - Features: Known as a "classic world lake," Baofeng Lake has emerald green water and is surrounded by mountains and unique peaks. Take a boat tour to enjoy the beautiful scenery and listen to the Tujia folk songs, experiencing the rich ethnic customs. 6. Tianzi Mountain Scenic Area 🌄 - Tickets: Included in the Zhangjiajie National Forest Park ticket. - Opening hours: 7:00 - 18:00. - Features: Known as the "King of Peak Forests," the mountain peaks here have unique shapes, and the clouds and mist change unpredictably. From the Tianzi Pavilion, you can overlook the beautiful scenery of the entire Tianzi Mountain. The continuous peak forests appear and disappear in the clouds and mist, like a traditional Chinese ink painting. 7. Yangjiajie Scenic Area 🗻 - Tickets: Included in the Zhangjiajie National Forest Park ticket. - Opening hours: 7:00 - 18:00. - Features: Known for its "strangeness, danger, beauty, tranquility, and wildness," the Wulong Village in the scenic area is strategically located and was once a bandit stronghold, full of mystery. The stone forest spectacle of Tianbo Mansion is even more amazing. Standing on the viewing platform, you can see layers of stone peaks, majestic and imposing. 🍲 What to Eat - Sanxia Guo 🥘: This is a Zhangjiajie specialty. It's a stew of bacon, pork tripe, beef tripe, lamb tripe, pig's feet, or pig's head meat with radish, cabbage, and other ingredients. It has a rich, spicy, and delicious flavor. - Rock Ear Mushroom Stewed Chicken 🍗: Rock ear mushrooms grow on cliffs and are stewed with chicken. The soup is delicious and nutritious. - Tujia Mixed Dishes 🥗: Made by stir-frying a variety of ingredients, including shredded meat, bean sprouts, vermicelli, and cabbage. It has a rich taste and is a very popular home-style dish. - Lei Cha 🍵: Tea leaves, peanuts, sesame seeds, and other ingredients are ground into a paste, then brewed with boiling water. It has a fragrant taste and is refreshing. While enjoying the delicious food, you might as well have a bowl of Lei Cha to experience the unique Tujia culture. - Cold Noodles 🥗: Zhangjiajie's cold noodles are smooth and refreshing, served with chili oil, vinegar, minced garlic, and other seasonings. They are sour, spicy, and appetizing, and are a very popular snack, especially suitable for hot weather. 🏠 Where to Stay - City Center 🏙️: There are various accommodation options, and transportation and shopping are very convenient. You can choose hotels or guesthouses in the city center, with prices ranging from budget-friendly to luxurious. You can also visit the pedestrian streets in the city center at night and enjoy various cuisines. - Near Scenic Areas 🌳: If you want more convenient access to the scenic areas, you can choose to stay in guesthouses or hotels near the entrance of Zhangjiajie National Forest Park. This can save you time traveling to and from the scenic areas every day, and you can also enter the scenic areas early in the morning to avoid peak crowds. However, accommodation near the scenic areas is relatively expensive, so it's best to book in advance. Zhangjiajie in March is full of vitality. Whether it's the stunning natural scenery or the unique food culture, it's all worth exploring. Pack your bags and take a spontaneous trip 🧳!

In March, Zhangjiajie sheds its winter chill, and everything comes to life, making it a perfect time for travel 🌳. The continuous peaks appear and disappear in the mist, resembling a stunning landscape painting slowly unfolding, truly captivating 😍! If you plan to embark on this rendezvous with Zhangjiajie in March, here's a super detailed guide for you 👇! 🧳 Travel Gear - 🧥 Clothing: In March, temperatures in Zhangjiajie range from about 5 to 20℃. It's recommended to bring a lightweight down jacket or thick coat to handle the temperature differences between morning and evening, along with comfortable long-sleeve and short-sleeve T-shirts to adjust clothing according to the temperature. If you plan to hike, remember to bring durable sports pants. - 👟 Shoes: A pair of comfortable, non-slip sneakers is essential, as Zhangjiajie has many mountain paths. Good shoes will make walking easier, allowing you to fully enjoy the scenery. - 🌂 Rain gear: March sees relatively more rain in Zhangjiajie, so carry an umbrella or raincoat for rain and sun protection, just in case. - 🎒 Other: Sunglasses 🕶 for eye protection; sunscreen to prevent sunburn; a power bank to ensure your electronic devices are charged to capture beautiful moments; a backpack to store these small items, freeing your hands for a more relaxed experience. ⚠️ Travel Tips - 🚗 Transportation: Public transportation in Zhangjiajie is not particularly developed. To avoid wasting time waiting for buses, consider renting a car or joining a local tour group for more convenient travel. - 🎫 Tickets: Zhangjiajie has many scenic spots with various ticket types. Book tickets in advance through the official WeChat account or a reputable travel platform to avoid delays in your itinerary. - 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Avoid scams: Around the scenic areas, some people may try to attract tourists with low-cost tours and other gimmicks. Do not trust them easily to avoid falling into consumption traps. - 🌄 Safety while sightseeing: Zhangjiajie's terrain is steep. When visiting observation decks and other areas, be sure to follow the park's rules and avoid taking risks for photos in dangerous areas. 🗺 Itinerary - 🌅 Day 1: Arrive in Zhangjiajie - Tianmen Mountain National Forest Park Morning: After arriving in Zhangjiajie, head to the hotel to check in and take a short rest. Noon: Taste local specialties in the city, such as Sanxia Guo, to experience the unique local flavors. Afternoon: Head to Tianmen Mountain National Forest Park, take the world's longest mountain cable car to the top, and enjoy the spectacular peak forest canyon. Visit Tianmen Cave and experience the awe of the 999-step staircase. Evening: Return to the city and stroll through the bustling pedestrian street to feel the city's vibrant atmosphere. - 🌳 Day 2: Zhangjiajie National Forest Park - Golden Whip Stream - Yuanjiajie Morning: Enter Zhangjiajie National Forest Park, stroll along Golden Whip Stream, where the clear water and the array of peaks on both sides make you feel like you're in a fairyland. Noon: Dine at a restaurant within the park and try local farmhouse dishes. Afternoon: Take the Bailong Elevator up the mountain to reach Yuanjiajie, and check out Hallelujah Mountain, the filming location for "Avatar," to marvel at nature's craftsmanship. Evening: Check into a guesthouse near the park and rest in a tranquil atmosphere. - 🌄 Day 3: Tianzi Mountain - Ten-mile Gallery - Return Morning: Head to Tianzi Mountain Scenic Area, take the cable car up the mountain, and admire the stunning scenery of Tianzi Mountain, with peaks shrouded in mist like a heavenly paradise. Noon: After a simple meal in the park, head to Ten-mile Gallery, where you can choose to take a small train tour and enjoy the picturesque peaks and rocks on both sides. Afternoon: End the pleasant journey and prepare to return. 🏠 Where to Stay - 🏙 City Center: There are many accommodation options, with convenient transportation, food, and shopping, suitable for visitors who have just arrived in Zhangjiajie and haven't finalized their itinerary. It's recommended to stay near the Tianmen Mountain cable car for easy travel. - 🌳 Scenic Area Surroundings: There are many guesthouses, allowing you to experience nature up close and conveniently enter the park early the next day. However, prices are relatively high, and facilities are not as complete as in the city center. In March, every scene in Zhangjiajie is worth stopping for, and every breath is filled with the essence of nature 🌬. I hope this guide helps you have an unforgettable trip to Zhangjiajie. Go embrace the magical landscape 💕!

Changsha-Zhangjiajie-Tianmen Mountain, the perfect choice for a family trip! Explore the forest park, challenge the glass bridge of the Grand Canyon, and embark on an adventure with your kids! -- 🚩Itinerary at a glance: DAY 1: 🛬First Glimpse of Star City Arrive in Changsha -> Check in to the hotel. Free time to visit Orange Isle, Pozi Street, and Fire Palace for snacks. Don't forget to try Chayan Yuese and Wenheyou, or visit the Hunan Provincial Museum. DAY 2: 🌉Exploring Zhangjiajie Zhangjiajie Grand Canyon Scenic Area (including the thrilling glass bridge) -> Watch the "Charming Xiangxi" show in the evening and experience the local folk customs. DAY 3: 🌲Forest Park Tour Wulingyuan -> Check in at the iconic entrance -> Explore Zhangjiajie National Forest Park -> Stroll through the West Sea Peak Forest -> Enjoy the beautiful scenery of the Ten Mile Gallery. DAY 4: 🚡Tianmen Mountain Expedition Visit the Zhangjiajie Tusi Palace -> Tianmen Mountain National Forest Park -> Take the Tianmen Mountain cable car and overlook the magnificent mountains and rivers -> Visit Furong Town and experience its ancient charm. DAY 5: 🏰Ancient Town Time Wander around Fenghuang Ancient Town -> Admire the night view of the ancient town by the Tuojiang River and experience Xiangxi culture. DAY 6: 🛫Return to Star City, Farewell Trip Free time in Changsha, you can visit Chaozong Street and enjoy Chayan Yuese again -> Return trip, end of a wonderful journey. 🚗Transfer service to the station/airport to ensure a smooth return. -- Travel checklist: 🧳 👕 Clothing: Bring a few comfortable and breathable sportswear outfits and a windproof jacket to cope with the changeable weather in the mountains. 👟 Shoes: A pair of comfortable sports shoes to help you conquer the steep mountain roads of Tianmen Mountain. 🎒 Backpack: A lightweight backpack to hold your water bottle, snacks, and personal belongings. 📷 Photography equipment: Camera or phone to record the beautiful moments of your journey. 📘 Documents: Don't forget your ID card and student ID, as they are required for discounts and accommodation. 🕶️ Sun protection: Hat, sunglasses, and sunscreen are necessary even in the March sun. 🔋 Others: Power bank and data cable to keep you connected at all times. -- Changsha's cuisine, Zhangjiajie's wonders, and Tianmen Mountain's magnificence, a journey full of memories. Don't forget to share your travel stories! 🎉

Zhangjiajie Ultimate Travel Guide: 3 Days of Amazing Adventures Zhangjiajie, a land of towering karst formations and deep canyons, resembles a natural landscape painting. Its beauty is captivating, and to ensure you have an unforgettable trip, we've prepared this comprehensive guide. I. Itinerary Day 1: Zhangjiajie National Forest Park - Golden Whip Stream - Yuanjiajie Morning: Arrive at Zhangjiajie National Forest Park. Enter through the park's ticket gate, and the first sight that greets you is the Golden Whip Stream. Stroll along the stream, where the water is crystal clear and fish play. Alongside the stream, peculiar peaks stand in rows, with the Golden Whip Rock rising straight into the sky, like a giant golden whip standing in the valley. Afternoon: Take the Bailong Elevator up the mountain to Yuanjiajie. Here, you'll find the famous Hallelujah Mountain, the inspiration for the floating mountains in the movie Avatar. The unique quartz sandstone peak forest landscape makes you feel like you're in a fantasy world. Standing on the viewing platform, overlooking the surrounding area, the rolling mountains stretch as far as the eye can see. When shrouded in clouds and mist, it looks like a fairyland. Day 2: Tianzi Mountain - Ten-Mile Gallery Morning: Head to Tianzi Mountain Scenic Area. The scenery here is magnificent, known as an "expanded bonsai, a miniature fairyland." Ascend the Tianzi Pavilion and gaze into the distance, where thousands of mountains and valleys rise and fall, with peaks appearing and disappearing in the clouds and mist. The beauty is breathtaking. Afternoon: Arrive at the Ten-Mile Gallery and take a mini-train through it. The peaks along the way have various shapes, some resembling an old man gathering herbs, others like three sisters. The wonders of nature are truly amazing. Day 3: Tianmen Mountain - Tianmen Cave - Glass Skywalk Morning: Head to Tianmen Mountain and take the world's longest passenger cableway up the mountain, enjoying the magnificent mountain scenery along the way. After reaching the summit, head to Tianmen Cave. 999 steps lead directly to the cave. Standing in front of the cave, overlooking the scene below, you'll feel a sense of openness. Afternoon: Experience the thrilling Glass Skywalk. Beneath your feet is a bottomless abyss, above your head is the blue sky and white clouds. Walking on it, your heart races, it's both thrilling and exciting. Afterward, you can also visit Tianmenshan Temple and other attractions, experiencing the rich religious and cultural atmosphere. II. Transportation Guide 1. External Transportation: ◦ Airplane: Zhangjiajie Hehua International Airport has routes covering many cities across the country. After arrival, you can take the airport bus, taxi, or public bus to the city and scenic areas. ◦ Train: Zhangjiajie Railway Station and Zhangjiajie West Railway Station. Choose the station that best suits your itinerary. 2. Internal Transportation: ◦ Scenic Area Buses: Free eco-friendly buses are available in Zhangjiajie National Forest Park and Tianmen Mountain Scenic Area, making it convenient for tourists to travel between attractions. ◦ Cable Cars and Elevators: Bailong Elevator, Tianzi Mountain Cableway, Tianmen Mountain Cableway, etc., save energy and offer unique views. ◦ Taxis: Convenient for traveling within the city, but be mindful of prices when going to scenic areas to avoid being overcharged. III. Food Recommendations 1. Sanxia Guo: A Zhangjiajie specialty, made by stewing any three ingredients together, such as bacon, pork tripe, beef tripe, lamb tripe, pig's feet, or pig's head meat. The flavor is rich, fragrant, and spicy. 2. Rock Ear Mushroom Stewed Chicken: Rock ear mushrooms grow on cliffs and are stewed with free-range chicken. The soup is delicious and nutritious. 3. Tujia Mixed Dishes: Made by stir-frying a variety of ingredients, including meat and vegetables. It's nutritionally balanced and a common dish on Tujia family tables. IV. Accommodation Recommendations 1. Near Zhangjiajie National Forest Park: Diverse accommodation options, moderate prices, convenient for entering the scenic area early the next morning. 2. Near Tianmen Mountain: Close to Tianmen Mountain Scenic Area, convenient for travel, and offers night views of the city. 3. Downtown: Better accommodation conditions, complete supporting facilities such as shopping and dining, but it may take some time to reach the scenic areas. V. Important Notes 1. Book tickets and accommodation in advance, especially during peak tourist seasons, to avoid delays. 2. The weather in Zhangjiajie is changeable, so bring rain gear and warm clothing. 3. When visiting scenic areas, follow the signs and do not leave the trails to avoid danger. 4. When taking cable cars and elevators, follow the instructions of the staff and pay attention to safety. This Zhangjiajie travel guide covers attractions, transportation, food, accommodation, and other aspects. We hope it helps you embark on a wonderful journey to Zhangjiajie and fully appreciate the magic and beauty of nature.

My dears, is there a song that can make you yearn for the fairyland with strange peaks and rocks, and make you want to rush there immediately? It was because of the song "Charming Xiangxi", "Green mountains, winding rivers, my home is on the hillside; layers of terraced fields, bursts of songs, and my sister's smiling face reflected the red dimples." This ethereal and graceful song seemed to bring the agility and mystery of Zhangjiajie to my face, which made me resolutely set foot on this magical land in February and start a dream journey. Come and see my strategy 💕. Scenic Spot Introduction • Zhangjiajie National Forest Park: It is like a natural geological museum, with 3,000 peaks rising from the ground and 800 streams winding across the park. Hallelujah Mountain in Yuanjiajie is famous because of the movie "Avatar". It is surrounded by clouds and mist, like a fairyland; the Golden Whip Stream is crystal clear, and the ancient trees on the streamside are towering. Strolling through it, you can play with macaques, feel the vitality and wildness of nature, and immerse yourself in this magnificent landscape painting. • Tianmenshan National Forest Park: Tianmenshan is like a giant isolated from the world. The 99 bends of the Avenue to Heaven are like a winding jade belt, which is thrilling and exciting. Taking the cable car up the mountain, there is a deep abyss under your feet. While your heart beats faster, you are also shocked by the magnificent snow scene in front of you. The Tianmen Cave on the top of the mountain is like a gate leading to heaven. The ice and snow in February add a bit of coldness and mystery to it, making people sigh at the majestic power of nature. • Zhangjiajie Grand Canyon: The Grand Canyon is like a crack in the earth, with deep valleys, steep walls, and waterfalls. A glass bridge stretches across the valley. The transparent bridge deck makes people feel as if they are suspended in mid-air, overlooking the valley bottom, which is both thrilling and exciting. The wind is biting cold in February, but you can experience the excitement of walking at high altitude and feel the resonance between your heartbeat and nature. • Charming Xiangxi Grand Theater: This is an audio-visual feast with wonderful folk performances every night. The Tujia hand-waving dance and the Miao drum dance are passionate and unrestrained; the Xiangxi corpse-carrying and the walking on a mountain of knives and diving into a sea of ​​fire are mysterious and thrilling; the actors' superb skills show the ancient culture and unique customs of Xiangxi. Immerse yourself in them and appreciate the unique charm of folk customs. How to get there • Airplane: You can fly directly to Zhangjiajie Hehua International Airport✈. Although the airport is small, it has convenient transportation. There are airport buses to the city, and you can also transfer to buses and taxis to quickly start your trip to Zhangjiajie. If you are departing from surrounding cities, you can take the high-speed rail to Zhangjiajie West Station. There are many trains🚄. After leaving the station, there are buses and taxis in all directions, making it easy to go to various attractions. • City transportation: City buses can meet basic travel needs; to Zhangjiajie National Forest Park, there are special shuttle buses at the bus station, which is convenient and worry-free; Tianmen Mountain Scenic Area is close to the city and can be quickly reached by taxi or bus; Zhangjiajie Grand Canyon also has special tourist buses that can go directly to the entrance of the scenic area. What's there to see? • The wonder of rime in Zhangjiajie National Forest Park: The low temperature in February often causes rime to appear in the forest park. The tree branches are wrapped in ice crystals, the mountains and plains are covered in silver, and the peaks and forests are set against the rime, making it dreamy and like a fairy tale world. It is a paradise for photography enthusiasts to capture every beautiful moment. • The rolling sea of ​​clouds at Tianmen Mountain: If you are lucky, you can climb to the top of Tianmen Mountain in the early morning and witness the magnificent sight of the rolling sea of ​​clouds. The sea of ​​clouds is like a turbulent ocean, the mountain peaks are like isolated islands in the sea, and the light of the sunrise penetrates the clouds and sprinkles on the snow-capped mountains. It is so magnificent that makes people intoxicated in this dreamland. • Warm winter sun in Zhangjiajie Grand Canyon: The afternoon sun shines on the Grand Canyon. The warm light contrasts with the cold canyon. The light and shadows are intertwined, reflecting on the waterfall, refracting colorful light. Take photos and check in, leaving a unique memory. • Interactive performances at the Charming Xiangxi Theater: During the performance, actors will invite the audience to come on stage and participate in the hand-waving dance, bamboo pole dance and other activities, so that they can feel the enthusiasm of the people of Xiangxi, blend into the joyful atmosphere and leave unforgettable memories. Good place for taking photos • Yuanjiajie Observation Deck, Zhangjiajie National Forest Park: With Hallelujah Mountain as the background, when surrounded by clouds and mist, take pictures of people embracing the mountain with open arms, as if you are in the world of Avatar, full of fantasy, a must-have for likes on WeChat Moments. • The bend of Tongtian Avenue in Tianmen Mountain: Stand beside the bend and take photos of people and Tongtian Avenue with the winding road and snow-capped peaks as the background. Use the perspective effect to show the steepness of the road. The photos are very visually impactful. • In the center of the Zhangjiajie Grand Canyon Glass Bridge: Wear bright clothes and stand in the center of the glass bridge. With the abyss below and the canyon in the distance as the background, take photos of people jumping and cheering. It’s fun to record the moments of bravely challenging the heights. • In front of the stage of the Charming Xiangxi Grand Theater: After the performance, take photos of the characters and actors with the stage’s gorgeous lights and special scenery as the background to freeze the wonderful moments and show the charm of Xiangxi culture. Travel experience This 3-day trip in Zhangjiajie is truly an unforgettable spiritual adventure💕. Explore Zhangjiajie National Forest Park, marvel at the wonders of nature, and immerse yourself in the wildness of mountains and rivers; climb Tianmen Mountain, conquer Tongtian Avenue, and be impressed by the magnificent scenery; challenge the Zhangjiajie Grand Canyon, experience the thrill of high altitudes, and feel the heartbeat; enjoy the charming performances in Xiangxi, appreciate the folk customs, and immerse yourself in the joyful atmosphere. Zhangjiajie is like a piece of music that interweaves passion and ethereality. It has both the majesty of mountains and rivers and the liveliness of folk culture. I have fallen deeply in love with it and look forward to returning to continue writing my Zhangjiajie chapter next time. Tips • Zhangjiajie is cold and humid in February, so you should bring enough warm clothes, including down jackets, warm pants, scarves🧣, gloves🧤, and hats. It is best if your shoes are waterproof and non-slip. • It is recommended to book tickets for Zhangjiajie National Forest Park, Tianmen Mountain and other scenic spots online in advance. Pay attention to safety and follow the instructions of the scenic spots when visiting. When viewing rime and sea of ​​clouds, pay attention to weather changes and check the forecast in advance. • Tickets for the Charming Xiangxi Grand Theater can be purchased on-site or online. Enter the theater in advance to watch the performance, choose your seat, and enjoy the wonderful performance. • There are weight and age restrictions for visiting the Grand Canyon Glass Bridge, so please check the regulations in advance; food in the scenic area is expensive, so you can bring some snacks with you to replenish your energy. • You can choose to stay in the city or near scenic spots. The city is convenient for living, and the area near scenic spots is convenient for sightseeing. You can choose according to your needs. My dears, Zhangjiajie in February is full of charm, come and start your own music journey in Zhangjiajie💖!

From Zhangjiajie to Fenghuang, here's a 5-day travel guide! Discover the wonders of Tianmen Mountain and the ancient charm of Fenghuang. Start your journey to Western Hunan now! / 📅Itinerary: Day 1: Explore Wulingyuan Arrive in Zhangjiajie🛬️—VIP private car airport transfer🚗—Check in to a downtown hotel🏨 and start your wonderful journey! Day 2: Tianmen Adventure Tianmen Mountain National Forest Park—Challenge the Tianmen Mountain Glass Skywalk—Explore the Yellow Dragon Cave Scenic Area and experience the wonders of nature! Day 3: National Forest Park Tour Deep tour of Zhangjiajie National Forest Park—Take the Bailong Elevator—Overlook the Tianzi Mountain Scenic Area—Stroll through the Xihai Stone Forest—Enjoy the beautiful scenery of the Ten-Mile Gallery and experience the grandeur and delicacy of nature. Day 4: Legend of Mountains and Rivers Continue the Zhangjiajie National Forest Park tour—Take the Huangshizhai Cableway—Travel back in time to Furong Town—Night tour of Fenghuang Ancient Town and experience the charm of the ancient town and the fusion of modernity. Day 5: Ancient Town Heritage Deep tour of Fenghuang Ancient Town—Stroll along the Tuo River and experience the tranquility and history of the ancient town.🌉🏞️ End of the journey. Return home with fond memories and experiences.🛫 / Places to Visit: Tianmen Mountain National Forest Park ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ - Address: Lower Station of Tianmen Mountain Cableway Company, Dayong Road, Yongding District, Zhangjiajie - Opening Hours: 07:30–18:00 - Duration: 1 day - Walk on the glass skywalk on the cliff and feel the thrill of your heart racing. The best views are on the dangerous peaks! Zhangjiajie National Forest Park ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ - Address: 279 Jinbian Road, Wulingyuan District, Zhangjiajie - Opening Hours: 07:00–18:00 - Duration: 1–3 days - This is the fantasy world of Avatar, where the mysterious power of nature is hidden among the peaks. Fenghuang Ancient Town ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ - Address: Tuojiang Town, Fenghuang County, Xiangxi Tujia and Miao Autonomous Prefecture, Hunan Province - Opening Hours: All day - Duration: 1 day - The ancient town is accompanied by the Tuo River, and the red city walls bear witness to the vicissitudes and changes of history. Furong Town ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ - Address: Furong Road, Yongshun County, Xiangxi Tujia and Miao Autonomous Prefecture, Hunan Province - Opening Hours: 07:30–23:59 - Duration: 1 day - The thousand-year-old town and the spectacular waterfall complement each other, and the pumpkin lanterns at night have a unique charm. / Tips: - February Weather: February in Zhangjiajie is a bit cold, so remember to bring a thick coat and umbrella🧥☔ to keep warm and dry. - Photo Spots: The 999 steps and Tianmen Cave on Tianmen Mountain are great photo spots📸, so don't miss them! - Local Customs: In Fenghuang Ancient Town, experience Miao songs and dances🎶 and feel the unique folk customs. - Food Recommendations: Be sure to try the kudzu root crisp in Zhangjiajie and the sour soup fish in Fenghuang🍲, which are unforgettable! / The beauty of Zhangjiajie's Tianmen Mountain and Fenghuang will make you fall in love at first sight! Don't forget to share your travel stories~🌄

#tripพาบินขอพรปีใหม่ ดินแดนแห่งขุนเขา อลังการเหมือนหลุดเข้าไปใน Avatar 🏔️ Day 1: เมือง Zhangjiajie & ล่องเรือ Baofeng Lake • ถึงสนามบิน Zhangjiajie Hehua Airport ✈️ • นั่งแท็กซี่เข้าตัวเมือง 🚖 • บ่าย: ล่องเรือ Baofeng Lake ชมวิวเขาหินปูน 🛶 Day 2: เที่ยว Zhangjiajie National Forest Park 🌲 • ขึ้นเขา Tianzi Mountain ด้วยกระเช้า 🚡 • เดินทางสู่ Yuanjiajie Avatar Mountains จุดถ่ายรูปสุดฮิต 📸 • เดิน Skywalk ทางกระจก บน Tianmen Mountain 🏔️ Day 3: ชิลล์ๆ ก่อนกลับ 🛫 • เช้า: เที่ยว Golden Whip Stream น้ำใสสุดสวย 💦 • บ่าย: เดินทางกลับสนามบิน #แจกแพลนเที่ยว #จางเจียเจี้ย

Day 1: head to the south gate and explore the beautiful ravine walk. There are several great photo spots and activities to do along the river. One of my favorite spots was where they were playing the Monkey King series in the same location that is was filmed. You should also try to climb up the village only if you’re ready for a very difficult walk up 3km of stairs! At night head to the downtown area and check out the ‘72 Strange Buildings’ area for some live shows, street food, and an incredible view of this unique structure. During the day it is only 20RMB but the most spectacular light shows and performances are at night so spend the 88RMB after 16:30 instead. Day 2: head to the East gate and take the bailing elevator up. Follow the crowds until you get to Yuangjiajie and the cable cars. Everywhere is gorgeous around you and there are so many great snacks like bbq meat sticks and stinky tofu! You can’t go wrong with any plan you make really because everything here is so beautiful. You’ll be paying the same price for 1 day or 4 days at the park which is around 250RMB but the price for each attraction (lift, cable cars, etc ranges from 100-200RMB) be prepared to spend about 700RMB if you’d like to do most of the attractions and the price can go up from there. There are monkeys everywhere which was one of my favorite parts about this place, they’re friendly, but don’t provoke them or feed them things you shouldn’t! Overall most importantly be respectful of this incredible place and enjoy. #travel #naturalwonders #thingstodo #myitinerary #china

#tripflyingtoprayfornewyear 🌲 Experience the magnificent nature with the towering rocky mountains in Avatar 🌲 🌄 Visit the amazing stone forest and enjoy the thrilling view of the glass walkway 🌁 Suitable for nature lovers, photographers, and those who want to challenge heights! 😆 Day 1: Travel to Zhangjiajie and explore the city 🚆 🛬 Arrive at Zhangjiajie Hehua International Airport (DYG) • Getting into the city: • Taxi into the city (about 15 minutes) • Bus from the airport to Zhangjiajie Railway Station (15 yuan) 🏨 Check in at the accommodation: It is recommended to stay in Wulingyuan (武陵源) because it is close to the park. 📍 Attractions: • Tianmen Mountain (天门山) 🏔️ • Take the world's longest cable car (7.5 km) • Walk the Tianmen Skywalk (玻璃栈道) glass walkway 🌉 Very scary • Climb the 999 steps to heaven (Heaven's Gate 天门洞) • Xibu Street (溪布街) 🏮 • Ancient Chinese-style pedestrian street Plenty of food and souvenirs 🍽️ Recommended food • Tujia Three-Pot (土家三下锅) 🥘 – Tujia ethnic group's three-flavor hot pot • Smoked Bacon (腊肉) 🍖 – Hunan-style smoked pork Day 2: Visit Zhangjiajie National Forest Park 🌲 🌄 Morning: • Zhangjiajie National Forest Park 🌳 • Highlights! “Avatar Mountain” or Hallelujah Mountain (哈利路亚山) 🏞️ • Take the Bailong Elevator (百龙天梯) 🏗️ 326 meters high • Walk on the Golden Whip Stream (金鞭溪) 🏞️ Clear stream in the valley 🕛 Afternoon: • Yuanjiajie Scenic Area (袁家界) 🏔️ • A viewpoint where you can see the magnificent rocky mountains like in the movie Avatar • First Bridge Under Heaven (天下第一桥) 🌉 A natural stone bridge that reaches the sky 🌇 Evening: • Return to Wulingyuan City • Stop by the local market to buy souvenirs 🍽️ Recommended food • Chili Fish Head (剁椒鱼头) 🐟 – Grilled fish with Sichuan chili sauce • Rice Tofu (米豆腐) 🍚 – Rice tofu, a local dish you must try! Day 3: A thrilling glass bridge before flying back! 😱 🌅 Morning: • Zhangjiajie Grand Canyon Glass Bridge (张家界大峡谷玻璃桥) 🌉 • The longest and highest glass bridge in the world (430 meters) • Enjoy a 360-degree view of China's Grand Canyon 🚖 Return to the city & stop by to shop for souvenirs before heading back 🛫 Return from Zhangjiajie Hehua International Airport 💡 Tips: ✅ Wear sneakers because there's a lot of walking! 👟 ✅ The weather on the mountain may be cold, so bring a jacket 🧥 ✅ Buy park tickets in advance online Or ask the hotel to book 📌 Who is it suitable for? ✅ Nature lovers who want to experience world-class views 🌄 ✅ Adventurers who want to try the glass walkway 😆 ✅ People who like to travel to mountains, not big cities 🏔️ 🌟 Zhangjiajie is so beautiful, you have to go at least once! 🇨🇳 #TravelChina #TravelPlan #TravelZhangjiajie

1. 🌄 Itinerary [Day 1] Morning: Arrive in Zhangjiajie and check in to your hotel Afternoon: Zhangjiajie National Forest Park ☞ Huangshi Village Evening: Watch the Charming Xiangxi Show [Day 2] Morning: Yuanjiajie Afternoon: Golden Whip Stream Evening: Try Zhangjiajie specialties [Day 3] Morning: Tianzi Mountain Afternoon: Ten-Mile Gallery Evening: End your wonderful trip to Zhangjiajie and return home 2. 🏞 Recommended Attractions 1. Zhangjiajie National Forest Park A UNESCO World Heritage Site, the park is famous for its unique stone pillar landscape. Huangshi Village is one of its most famous attractions. 2. Huangshi Village Huangshi Village is a steep mountain with a wide view, where you can overlook the entire Zhangjiajie National Forest Park. 3. Yuanjiajie Yuanjiajie is home to a spectacular group of stone pillars and was the inspiration for the movie Avatar. 4. Golden Whip Stream Golden Whip Stream is a beautiful stream with picturesque scenery along the way, making it a great place for hiking and relaxing. 5. Tianzi Mountain Tianzi Mountain is the highest peak in Zhangjiajie, where you can enjoy a magnificent sea of clouds. 6. Ten-Mile Gallery Ten-Mile Gallery is a beautiful canyon that visitors can explore by train. 3. 🍽 Recommended Food 1. Sanxia Pot Sanxia Pot is a Zhangjiajie specialty, mainly consisting of stews with a unique flavor. 2. Tujia Bacon Tujia Bacon is rich in flavor and tender, making it a must-try local delicacy. 3. Hawthorn Cake Hawthorn Cake is a traditional Zhangjiajie snack with a sweet and sour taste. 5. Xiangxi Glutinous Rice Cake Xiangxi Glutinous Rice Cake is a traditional local snack that is soft, sweet, and loved by locals. With this guide, your trip to Zhangjiajie is sure to be an unforgettable adventure of nature and food! 🌟

To be honest, I was initially drawn to Zhangjiajie by the enchanting rime when planning my trip at home. 😍 However, upon arrival, I realized that there was little rime left on the mountain. 😭 But 🤩, visiting Zhangjiajie in the off-season was surprisingly delightful! Fewer people and beautiful scenery were unexpected rewards! Especially for us southerners, playing in the snow at Qixing Mountain Ski Resort was a dream come true. Now, I want to share our travel itinerary with you. If you want to visit Zhangjiajie in winter to avoid the peak season, make sure to plan your trip soon! 1️⃣ Travel Itinerary 🚗: For those who find the high-speed train too time-consuming, you can choose to travel by ✈️ plane. Since we joined a tour group in advance, someone picked us up at the airport and took us to the hotel. We didn't have to worry about transportation and accommodation in the city, and we easily checked in with the group. After tasting the famous local dish, Sanxia Guo, we returned to the hotel to rest and prepare for the next day's trip to Tianmen Mountain! 🌄 Tianmen Mountain You can complete the tour in just one day, with three different ways to experience the same route: A: Take the large cable car up the mountain + the express cable car down the mountain. This option is suitable for those who don't want to walk too much. B: Take the express cable car up the mountain + the large cable car down the mountain. If you enjoy the feeling of climbing, you can choose this route. C: Use the express cable car for both directions. This option is suitable for those who want to challenge themselves and don't want to miss any beautiful scenery. 🌟 Personal Recommendation: I personally prefer option A because going downhill is much easier than going uphill, allowing you to enjoy the scenery more leisurely. 🌳 Zhangjiajie National Forest Park is recommended to be visited over two days, otherwise, it may be tiring and difficult to see everything. - Day 1: Enter from the East Gate → Bailong Elevator → Yuanjiajie → Yangjiajie → Tianzi Mountain → Tianzi Mountain Cable Car → Return to the East Gate - Day 2: Depart from the East Gate again → Ten-mile Gallery → Golden Whip Stream → Huangshi Village → Oxygen Bar Square → Exit from the South Gate 🎿 Qixing Mountain Ski Resort was a hidden gem we discovered after arriving! We didn't have high hopes for seeing snow, but we were pleasantly surprised to find a ski resort here. You can reach the ski resort entrance directly via the cable car from the foot of the mountain. It's recommended to go skiing early to avoid crowds. We arrived at around 8 am and played for over two hours before other tourists started arriving. It felt like we had the place to ourselves! 📌 Tips: 1️⃣ When taking the Bailong Elevator, remember to stand at the front near the glass for the best view! 2️⃣ There are eco-friendly buses between each attraction. If you get carsick easily, remember to bring medication. 3️⃣ Be careful not to provoke the monkeys on the mountain to avoid getting scratched. ⚠️ If you're visiting specifically for the rime, be sure to check the weather forecast in advance and plan your time accordingly, or you may miss the best viewing period. 🎫 Tickets for the two main attractions need to be purchased in advance, and online booking is more convenient. If you're a student, remember to bring your student ID for discounts. 🧣 Due to the large temperature difference between the mountain and the foot of the mountain, please wear warm clothing and choose non-slip shoes to ensure a safe and comfortable journey.

I’ve been dreaming of visiting Zhangjiajie in Hunan for the past 5 years! I finally visited all the sites. Zhangjiajie National Park (pic 2 and 5) consists of a few area and it’s absolutely huge- you can easily spend a couple of days here especially if you want to explore the beautiful park- however as I was pressed for time I only spent a day here and mostly visited the Wulingyuan scenic area. However, my absolutely favourite has to be Tianmen Mountain- (pic 1,3,4) - truly, pictures can’t capture the beauty of this place. To get to the top, you take the cable car, which apparently is the "longest passenger cableway of high mountains in the world" - it ascends 1,279 m (4,196 ft)- I can only describe it as that your eyes are rewarded with magnificent views of blue skies (depending on the weather of course), luscious greenery and emerald coloured lakes as you are slowly transported up. When you reach the top, you feel as if you are truly on top of the world. As you take a picture of the back drop of Tianmen Mountain (pic 3,4) - the literal translation is “sky door” mountain - meaning the door to heaven- I would say the description definitely fits it well! #hunan #zhangjiajie #tianmenshan #tianmenmountain #china #Girltravel

Hi everyone (: Something i would have loved to know - You enter in Zhangjiajie city - The popular entrance of the national park is at wulingyuan. - The grand Canyon is about 30mins away from Wulingyuan - Tianmenshan is accessible through cable car at Zhangjiajie city -Carry your passport everywhere Here’s my itinerary: Arrival day Fly in or take a train in, we did a 6 hour bullet train from shenzhen. Take a didi to wulingyuan Check in to your hotel there Dinner and chill Day 1 Have breakfast nearby and enter the park Get on a bus to bailong lift (its the 4th stop) Take the lift up and take a bus to yuanjiajie scenic area. This is where the avatar mountains are Give yourself about 2 hours to walk the whole thing im just really slow but if you are done earlier you can take a bus to yangjiajie but since we didnt have time because the park closes at 5:30pm we decided to head straight to tianzi mountain Take a bus to tianzi mountain and after walking around take a cable car back down and the bus will take you straight to the exit from there its just a short walk back to the hotel. Day 2 We started off later today because we only had the golden whip stream hike planned so after breakfast we headed in but we saw the helicopter ride being recommend and for $98 for 5mins we thought why not and decided to take it hahaha After the heli ride we went back into the park and did the golden whip stream hike. Its about a 6km hike that takes you to the main entrance of the park. So just grab a bus for 10 yuan and it will take you back to wulingyuan and short walk to hotel again Day 3 Today we did the grand canyon. The route recommended is take a didi to the entrance, get on a bus inside the park that leads you to the actual park, go across the bridge, play the VR, take the zipline, slide down the glass slide, and do like a 3km hike to the exit. Thats exactly what we did and the tickets that the hotel helps you buy is all included so really its so worth. We also went to the romance park and watched the show and i tried searching online but it was too late ( usually you buy a day in advance) so i asked the hotel if they could get it for us and they came through. (Check out my previous post about which hotel i stayed in!) Day 4 After checking out take a didi back to the city and check into your hotel. We stayed at orange hotel which was across the road from the cable car that takes you up Our ticket was route A, cable car up, walk around and take the cable car halfway and come back by bus. The route we walked was the west to the east and climbed the stairs down. About a 4km hike around the whole thing Come back down and have dinner and thats the end of your trip! If your flight the next day is at night, definitely take a day trip to furong town, or if you have the energy after tianmen mountain check out the 72 strange buildings. And thats it 😁😁 Hope this can be of some help to someone ❤️ #china #zhangjiajie #tianmenshan #canyon

Winter in Zhangjiajie is like a snowy painting! How to spend two days here? Check out this super useful guide and enjoy a relaxing trip to Zhangjiajie! -------------------- Must-visit attractions: Tianmen Mountain National Forest Park ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Address: Lower Station of Tianmen Mountain Cableway Company, Dayong Road, Yongding District, Zhangjiajie City Opening hours: 07:30–19:00 Recommended visit time: 1 day The cliffs are steep, and the glass skywalk here is thrilling, but the scenery is definitely worth it! Zhangjiajie National Forest Park ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Address: No. 279, Jinbian Road, Wulingyuan District, Zhangjiajie City Opening hours: 07:00–18:00 Recommended visit time: 1–3 days This is the filming location of the movie Avatar. The peaks are stacked, and the beauty is like a world in a painting. Bailong Elevator ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Address: Bailong Elevator, Zhangjiajie National Forest Park, Wulingyuan Scenic Area, Jundiping Opening hours: 07:30–19:00 Recommended visit time: 15–30 minutes Take the Bailong Elevator to reach Yuanjiajie in just 3 minutes. It's convenient and exciting! Huanglong Cave Scenic Area ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Address: Hekou Village, Suoxiyu Town, Wulingyuan District, Zhangjiajie City Recommended visit time: 2–3 hours There are many stone pillars and stalagmites here, making you feel like you are in a fairyland and reluctant to leave. Tianmen Mountain Glass Skywalk ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Address: Tianmen Mountain National Forest Park, Guanliping, Yongding District, Zhangjiajie City Opening hours: 07:30–19:00 Recommended visit time: 1–2 hours The transparent glass skywalk is suspended on the cliff, with a deep valley below, challenging your courage to the limit! -------------------- Travel essentials: 🎒Traveling to Zhangjiajie in December? Don't forget to bring these items! 👕Clothing: Warm coat, sweater, long pants, and comfortable sneakers to keep warm in the mountains. 🎩Accessories: Hat, scarf, and gloves to keep warm and add a sense of fashion. 🌂Rain gear: Folding umbrella or raincoat to cope with the changeable weather in the mountains. 📲Electronics: Mobile phone, charger, and camera to record the beautiful scenery. 🪪Documents: ID card, cash, and bank card to ensure travel safety. 🍞Food: Portable snacks and water bottle to replenish energy. -------------------- The beauty of Zhangjiajie is indescribable. We look forward to your visit! Don't forget to share your travel stories with us~🌸

#holidayseason As winter approaches, Zhangjiajie in China’s Hunan Province transforms into a mystical realm that feels straight out of a fantasy novel. Famous for its towering sandstone pillars, dramatic cliffs, and ethereal landscapes, this UNESCO World Heritage Site becomes even more mesmerizing when cloaked in frost and snow. Winter in Zhangjiajie is all about serene beauty and surreal experiences. The sandstone peaks, which inspired the floating mountains in the movie Avatar, take on a whole new life in the colder months. Snow lightly dusts the towering spires, creating a striking contrast against the mist that often shrouds the valleys. The Tianzi Mountain Nature Reserve is a must-visit during this time, offering panoramic views of the frosted peaks stretching endlessly into the horizon. For those seeking adventure, the iconic Glass Bridge over Zhangjiajie Grand Canyon offers breathtaking winter views, with snow-covered trees and cliffs visible far below. Meanwhile, the Avatar Hallelujah Mountain becomes a magical scene, where icy accents highlight the otherworldly beauty of the peaks. Winter also means fewer tourists, allowing you to explore this natural wonderland in peace. The tranquil Baofeng Lake, surrounded by snow-dusted cliffs and frozen waterfalls, provides a calm escape from the crowds. To warm up after a day of exploration, dive into the region’s hearty winter cuisine. Traditional dishes like Hunan hotpot and spicy tofu will keep you cozy while delivering the bold flavors the region is known for. Zhangjiajie in winter isn’t just a destination; it

|The ultimate guide for autumn travel. How to enjoy Zhangjiajie? A 3-day tour of the highlights will take you to all the best places in Zhangjiajie! This is a super detailed guide, so save it now! . Recommended Attractions: Tianmen Mountain National Forest Park ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Address: Lower Station of Tianmen Mountain Cableway Company, Dayong Road, Yongding District, Zhangjiajie City Opening Hours: 07:30–19:00 Recommended Duration: 1 day The cliffs are steep, and the glass skywalk here is terrifying, but the scenery is also amazing! Zhangjiajie National Forest Park ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Address: No. 279, Jinbian Road, Wulingyuan District, Zhangjiajie City Opening Hours: 07:00–18:00 Recommended Duration: 1–3 days This is where the movie "Avatar" was filmed! The peaks are stacked, and the scenery is as beautiful as a painting. Bailong Elevator ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Address: Bailong Elevator, Zhangjiajie National Forest Park, Wulingyuan Scenic Area, Jundiping Opening Hours: 07:30–19:00 Recommended Duration: 15–30 minutes Take the Bailong Elevator, and you can reach Yuanjiajie in just 3 minutes. It's convenient and fast! Huanglong Cave Scenic Area ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Address: Hekou Village, Suoxiyu Town, Wulingyuan District, Zhangjiajie City Recommended Duration: 2–3 hours There are many stone pillars and stalagmites here, making you feel like you are in a fairyland. Tianmen Mountain Glass Skywalk ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Address: Tianmen Mountain National Forest Park, Guanliping, Yongding District, Zhangjiajie City Opening Hours: 07:30–19:00 Recommended Duration: 1–2 hours The transparent glass skywalk is suspended on the cliff, with a deep valley below, challenging your courage! . ## Notes: - Airport Transportation🚗: The road to Zhangjiajie Airport is under construction, so plan your route in advance to avoid delays. - Photo Spots📸: Tianmen Mountain and the forest park are beautiful places to take photos, so don't forget to bring your camera! - Food🍜: Stinky tofu, spicy hot pot, and Tujia bacon are not to be missed by foodies! - Customs🎭: Respect the local Tujia and other ethnic cultures, and experience different folk customs. We hope these tips will help you have a more enjoyable trip to Zhangjiajie~✨ . Don't hesitate, the beautiful scenery of Zhangjiajie is waiting for you to explore! Take this guide, enjoy your trip, and set off now!