Must-haves for climbing Huangshan from March to May! Don't miss these or you'll regret it! 18 essential tips

🌄 When traveling to Huangshan, you must get these tips! 💯 1️⃣ Be cautious with taxis 🚕, only choose official taxis or online ride-hailing services 👌. Black cabs on the roadside? Walk away 🚫, they overcharge and scam tourists, don't be fooled! 2️⃣ Choose the right shoes for a comfortable trip 👟. For hiking, wear comfortable shoes, sports shoes or flat shoes will do the trick! 💪 3️⃣ Huangshan is not just about mountain views, there are also artistic ancient villages waiting for you to check in 🏞️. Xixi Nan, Hongcun, Xidi, pick one or two to visit and experience the simplicity and tranquility. 🏡 4️⃣ Don't buy local products in the scenic area, it's easy to get ripped off 🛍️. It's safer to buy from large supermarkets with clear pricing. 💰 5️⃣ The B&B owner's talk about watching the sunrise and sunset? Just listen 🌅. Staying at the foot of the mountain and at the top is really different, you have to climb up to see the beautiful views! 🧗‍♀️ 6️⃣ Street-side 'wild' guides and day-trip guides? Don't trust them! 🚫 Following them can lead to pitfalls. 😣 7️⃣ Restaurants recommended by taxi drivers? Think twice 🍽️. They may have a partnership with the restaurants, and the places they recommend are often expensive and not tasty. 😅 8️⃣ The cable car stops at 17:00 ⏰, if you don't want to spend the night on the mountain, go early to queue. 🚡 9️⃣ Hotel reservations on the mountain top should be made in advance 🏨, at least 5 days ahead, or you might not get a room. 😫 🔟 Don't forget your student ID 🎫, many attractions in Huangshan offer discounts, saving you money and hassle. 💰 1️⃣1️⃣ If you're hiking up the mountain, the route from Yungu Temple to White Goose Ridge is a good one 🚶‍♀️, the climb is relatively easy. 💪 1️⃣2️⃣ If you encounter people dressed as cartoon characters wanting to take photos, refuse quickly 🙅, they charge for it. 💰 1️⃣3️⃣ The path in Emerald Valley can be slippery 💦, be careful when visiting to avoid falling. 🛤️ 1️⃣4️⃣ If you have enough time, staying overnight in Hongcun is worthwhile 🏡, you can deeply experience the local customs and culture. 🏞️ 1️⃣5️⃣ Be wary of overly friendly strangers 🕵️, many are just trying to sell you something. 😏 1️⃣6️⃣ The temperature on Huangshan Mountain is low, even in summer, so bring a light jacket 🧥. 1️⃣7️⃣ Choosing Huangshan North Station as your arrival point is a good choice 🚄, it's a high-speed rail stop with buses to the scenic area. 🚌 1️⃣8️⃣ If you're prone to motion sickness, be sure to bring motion sickness medicine 💊, as the distances between attractions in Huangshan are quite long, and buses are a common means of transportation. 🚍