#Guifeng Scenic Area Travel Recommendations for 2024 (Updated in Jun)
#1 of Best Things to Do in Yiyang
Geological Sites
Address:
No. 22, Yangqiao Road, Qijiang Town, Shuyang County, Shangrao City
Opening times:
Open tomorrow at 07:00-17:30(Admission ends at 16:00)Closed Today
Recommended sightseeing time:
3-5 hour
Phone:
0793-5842020
I thought Huangshan was already beautiful enough
Until I came to Guifeng Mountain!
⛰【Travel Guide】
📍Detailed address: Guifeng Scenic Area, Yiyang, Shangrao, Jiangxi
🚗Transportation guide:
Take the high-speed train to Yiyang Station, then a 15-minute taxi ride or a shuttle bus
🌟Highlights and features: There are many routes in Guifeng, and 3 popular scenic routes are recommended.
1. Divine Turtle Route
Total duration 2.5h Difficulty:
Visitor Center → Osmanthus Garden → General Tower → Hero Slope → Crape Myrtle Garden
2. Rosy Clouds Route
Total duration 3.5h Difficulty:
Visitor Center → Divine Turtle Welcome → Century Path → Fairy Scattering Flowers at General Tower → Hero Slope → Crape Myrtle Garden
3. Full Route
Total duration 4h Difficulty:
Visitor Center → Osmanthus Garden → General Tower → Three-Way Junction → South Sky Pillar → Camel Peak → Guifeng Lake
📌Little Tips:
It is recommended to hike, as the mountain paths in Guifeng are not numerous and relatively gentle, not the steep stair-type mountain. Physical exertion is not great, allowing for better enjoyment of the scenery. Those who are afraid of heights should avoid the glass walkway route.
There are many water activities in Guifeng, remember to bring appropriate clothing to experience water jetpack, speedboat, and water bicycle, families traveling with children should not miss out
Climbing Guifeng takes a long time, remember to carry water and some snacks to replenish energy at any time
The walking time on the mountain trails is quite long, remember to choose a pair of comfortable sports shoes
In spring and summer, there are more mosquitoes, remember to use mosquito repellent~
Mia Martinez
Who among the family understands? Compared to the Yellow Mountain, I'd rather recommend this mountain to you all
Jiangxi is not just about Jingdezhen and Wuyuan 😉, there's also this lesser-known peak - Turtle Peak ✨! Turtle Peak gets its name because the whole mountain resembles a giant turtle, truly a unique and vivid shape, sculpted as if by an artist's hand 🎨, every step is a view, and it's also known as 'Turtle Peak on the river, rare under the heavens', and it's even a World Natural Heritage site and a World Geopark 🤩~ So you see, this is really an underrated treasure of a tourist destination in Jiangxi 😎! No need to squeeze with the crowds at Yellow Mountain, come here for an awesome off-the-beaten-path trip 😆~ I've climbed it twice by myself, and now I've put together a super detailed nanny-level climbing guide 📖, hurry up and save it 😘~
📍: Turtle Peak Scenic Area, Yiyang, Shangrao City, Jiangxi Province
🚄: High-speed train to Yiyang Station, about 20 minutes by taxi to the scenic area
🎫Ticket: Admission ticket 60 yuan + sightseeing car 20 yuan + boat ticket 80 yuan, you can mix and match according to your own needs
🗺【Hiking Routes】
The climbing intensity is okay, there are more flat roads, I climbed twice without much soreness 😁~
❶Turtle Line
▪Time: About 2.5 hours, Difficulty 🌟🌟
▪Visitor Center ➠ Osmanthus Garden ➠ General Tower ➠ Hero Slope ➠ Crape Myrtle Garden ➠ Turtle Peak Lake
❷Xiake Line
▪Time: About 3.5 hours, Difficulty 🌟🌟🌟
▪Visitor Center ➠ Turtle Welcome ➠ Century Path ➠ Fairy Scattering Flowers ➠ Turtle Back Stone ➠ Eagle Playing with Chick ➠ Loyal Soul Stone ➠ Plank Road ➠ Three Crossings ➠ Hero Slope ➠ Crape Myrtle Garden ➠ Turtle Peak Lake
❸Full Journey Line
▪Time: About 4 hours, Difficulty 🌟🌟🌟🌟
▪Visitor Center ➠ Osmanthus Garden ➠ General Tower ➠ Three Crossings ➠ South Heaven Pillar ➠ Camel Peak ➠ Turtle Peak Lake
🏔【Along the Way】
❶Old Man Peak: Named for its shape like an old man 🧓, maybe he is the guardian of Turtle Peak~
❷Hero Slope: Winding up the stone steps built along the mountain, you can really experience the feeling of 'the difficult Shu roads' 😱~
❸Camel Peak: This is the highest peak here, steep and precipitous, from the Camel Peak viewing platform you can see its entirety, and the sea of clouds after the rain is super stunning 🤩!
❹One Line Sky: A gorge formed by two steep mountains 😯~
❺Century Path: A natural crevice formed by two huge rocks, the narrowest part is less than 20 centimeters 😲, it is said that those who can pass through can live to a hundred years 😜~
❻Turtle Peak Lake: Boating on the lake, in front of you is like a scroll of Turtle Peak Danxia stone forest ink painting 🎨~
⚠️【Tips】
✔The scenic area is large, remember to get a map at the visitor center first, so you won't get lost 🧭~
✔There are small shops on the mountain, but you can also bring your own dry food, but it's still better to go light 😉~
✔Be sure to check the weather forecast before planning your trip 🌤~
ArtisticExpressions
One Hundred Must-Visit Places in Spring | Turtle Peak
Located in Yiyang, Shangrao, Turtle Peak is named for its resemblance to a giant turtle~ Surrounded by peculiar peaks and clear waters, its unique Danxia landform has been recognized as a World Natural Heritage site by the United Nations~ After the rain, the misty clouds make it seem like a fairyland, truly an underrated gem in Jiangxi for tourism!
If you want to avoid the crowds during the May Day holiday, you can head here without a second thought. Follow in the footsteps of the ancient seekers of beautiful sunsets at Turtle Peak and enjoy a unique adventure~ Put together a detailed guide, and don't forget to save it!
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📍| Turtle Peak Scenic Area, Yiyang, Shangrao City, Jiangxi
🚄| Take the high-speed train to 'Yiyang Station', then a 20min taxi ride
🎫| Admission is 60r, combo ticket is 160r (includes sightseeing car + boat ticket)
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✅Recommended three hiking routes
❶ Turtle Spirit Route
Total length 5km, duration 2.5h, intensity ⭐️⭐️
Route: Visitor Center - Osmanthus Garden - General's Tower - Hero Slope - Crape Myrtle Garden
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❷ Sunset Seeker Route
Total length 8km, duration 3.5h, intensity ⭐️⭐️⭐️
Route: Visitor Center - Turtle Spirit Welcome - Century Path - Celestial Maiden Scattering Flowers - General's Tower - Hero Slope - Crape Myrtle Garden
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❸ Full Journey Route
Total length 10km, duration 4h, intensity ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Route: Visitor Center - Osmanthus Garden - General's Tower - Three-Way Junction - South Heavenly Pillar - Camel Peak - Turtle Peak Lake
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🍃Hiking Tips
✔️Pick up a map at the Visitor Center, the maps in the scenic area are very detailed
✔️Travel light, it's also beautiful on rainy days, remember to bring anti-slip shoe covers
✔️Bring some snacks and water, you can buy instant noodles and sausages at the shops on the mountain
✔️Remember to apply sunscreen and bring mosquito repellent in summer
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📸Must-visit photo spots
1️⃣ Hero Slope: The stone path built along the mountain winds upwards, not very high and easy to climb, and the drone footage here is stunning!
2️⃣ A Line Between Heaven and Earth: Walking through a hundred-meter-high canyon, marveling at the natural wonders.
3️⃣ Camel Peak: The highest peak of Turtle Peak, reaching the top requires climbing nearly vertical steps, it makes your legs shake just looking at it!
4️⃣ Turtle Peak Lake: Boating on the lake, admiring the panoramic view of Turtle Peak from another angle, like a natural landscape painting.
ZephyriaSerenity890`
I thought Mount Huang was already beautiful until I went here
Xu Xiake didn't deceive me! This severely underrated scenic area in Jiangxi is amazing!
Compared to Mount Huang, I prefer this less crowded and easier to climb wonder peak⛰️
Danxia landform! With mountains and water! Unique peaks and strange rocks! A view at every step!
Don't miss this hidden gem in Jiangxi when you visit📍
Three recommended routes🧗🏻♂️:
1️⃣ Tortoise Trail (2.5 hours including lake tour)
Visitor Center → Osmanthus Garden → General's Tower → Hero Slope → Crape Myrtle Garden
2️⃣ Xiake Trail (3.5 hours including lake tour)
Visitor Center → Tortoise Welcome → Century Path → Fairy Scattering Flowers → General's Tower → Hero Slope → Crape Myrtle Garden
3️⃣ Full Route (4 hours including lake tour)
Visitor Center → Osmanthus Garden → General's Tower → Three-Way Junction → South Heavenly Pillar → Camel Peak → Turtle Peak Lake
Sharing my travel experience🙋🏻♂️:
1️⃣ I recommend buying a combo ticket for 99 (includes scenic area entrance ticket➕sightseeing car➕boat tour)
2️⃣ Be sure to take more photos at Hero Slope, it's really cinematic! The little stone street built along the mountain is very steep as you climb🧗🏻♀️. It looks even more perilous in photos – drone shots would be even better
3️⃣ At Xiake Edge, after reaching the service point at General's Tower, go in the direction on the right hand side (a little walk to the right and you'll get there. It's recommended to take a photo and then head back. Continuing forward is a bit far. Return the same way and take the left path to continue up the mountain). There's a hundred-meter cliff waterfall. If it has rained before your visit, the waterfall will be huge and the photos will be stunning!
4️⃣ Camel Peak is the highest peak in the scenic area and also the summit location. You can see the whole view of Turtle Peak!
5️⃣ Turtle Peak Lake is really beautiful! When the weather is good, the lake is blue! The view from above looking down is just too beautiful!
Scenic Area Name⛰️: Yiyang Turtle Peak Scenic Area
Scenic Area Address📍: Turtle Peak Scenic Area, Yiyang County, Shangrao City, Jiangxi Province
Transportation🚄: High-speed train to Yiyang Station, Turtle Peak bus special line/taxi about 10min
Shirley Cronin
Turtle Peak, rated as a World Heritage Site by the United Nations, is extraordinarily magnificent
Jiangxi Turtle Peak: A Magnificent Scroll of Danxia Landform
'The uniqueness of Turtle Peak's mountains and cliffs is something that even Yandang lacks,' Xu Xiake did not deceive me, the extraordinary stone scenery of Turtle Peak is truly a marvelous place on earth. This place is the hidden corner of Jiangxi that should not be missed. Turtle Peak, named for its resemblance to a giant turtle, consists of thirty-six peaks and is acclaimed as 'Turtle Peak on the river, rare in the world.' It is not only a treasure of the world's natural heritage but also a dazzling pearl in the world's geological parks. The Danxia landform, like a scroll meticulously painted by nature, offers a beautiful view at every step, with its magnificent scenery comparable to that of Mount Huang.
This treasure of a mountain peak
Selected as a UNESCO World Natural Heritage Geopark
Xu Xiake, after climbing, said it was no less than the ten famous mountains of the time (Yandang Mountain) with its geologically steep and unique Danxia peak forest landform
Hiking Routes
There are 3 classic hiking trails in the scenic area
After entering the gate of the scenic area, first take a sightseeing bus to Suochun Cave, then start hiking
Overall, it won't be too tiring, I am a person with low energy, it's easier than Mount Huang and the west slope of Changbai Mountain
1 Divine Turtle Trail
Osmanthus Garden→General's Tower→Hero Slope→Crape Myrtle Garden
Intensity: 5km, 2.5h
2 Xiake Trail
Divine Turtle Welcome→Century Path→Celestial Maiden Scattering Flowers→General's Tower→Hero Slope→Crape Myrtle Garden
Intensity: 8km, 3.5h
3 Full Journey Trail
Osmanthus Garden→General's Tower→Three-Way Junction→South Heavenly Pillar→Camel Peak→Qingshui Pond
Intensity: 10km, 4.5h
Key point: If you want to take great photos, I recommend this route Crape Myrtle Garden→Hero Slope→Three-Way Junction→Rest Pavilion→Camel Peak Viewing Platform→West Coast Viewing Platform→Eighteen Arhats Rest Point→Glass Walkway→Camel Peak Service Point→Take the slide down the mountain→Qingshui Pond
Intensity: 10km, 4.5h
Must-Visit Attractions
Hero Slope
A staircase carved out of a large rock wall, it's like being on an alien planet, and after climbing it, you're a hero
Camel Peak
The highest peak in the entire scenic area, a 90-degree vertical ladder, just one glance makes your heart scream
Turtle Peak Lake
Boating on the lake, viewing the strange mountains and rocks from a different angle, it's a world apart
Tips
There are no restaurants in the scenic area, but there are a few rest points where you can buy instant noodles and sausages, it's advisable to bring some dry food;
√ The mountain roads are generally not tiring, suitable for all ages, wear sports shoes and sun protection clothing, do not walk on the emergency trails blocked by the scenic area, safety first
SHAWN MYERS
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Jiangxi Turtle Peak: A Magnificent Scroll among Danxia Landforms
Jiangxi is not just about Jingdezhen and Wuyuan, there's also this lesser-known mountain peak~
Turtle Peak is named for its resemblance to a giant turtle, with its unique and vivid shape, carved like a sculpture. Every step reveals a new view, and it is praised as 'Turtle Peak on the river, a rarity in the world', and is also a World Natural Heritage site and a World Geopark~
So, this is truly an underrated treasure of a travel destination in Jiangxi~ There's no need to squeeze through crowds at Huangshan during the Mid-Autumn Festival or National Day, come here for a reverse tourism experience~
I came here alone and climbed twice, and I've put together this nanny-level hiking guide, which I suggest you save~
📍: Turtle Peak Scenic Area, Yiyang, Shangrao City, Jiangxi Province
🚄: High-speed rail to Yiyang Station, then a 20-minute taxi ride to the scenic area
🎫Ticket: Ticket 60+ sightseeing car 20+ boat ticket 80, can be combined as you like
🗺【Hiking Routes】
The climbing intensity is okay, mostly flat roads, I didn't feel sore after climbing twice~
❶Turtle Line
▪Time: 2.5h, Difficulty: 🌟🌟
▪Visitor Center➠Osmanthus Garden➠General's Tower➠Hero Slope➠Crape Myrtle Garden➠Turtle Peak Lake
❷Danxia Visitor Line
▪Time: 3.5h, Difficulty: 🌟🌟🌟
▪Visitor Center➠Turtle Welcoming Guests➠Century Path➠Fairy Scattering Flowers➠Turtle Back Rock➠Eagle Playing with Chicks➠Loyal Soul Rock➠Plank Road➠Three-Way Junction➠Hero Slope➠Crape Myrtle Garden➠Turtle Peak Lake
❸Full Route
▪Time: 4h, Difficulty: 🌟🌟🌟🌟
▪Visitor Center➠Osmanthus Garden➠General's Tower➠Three-Way Junction➠Pillar of the Southern Sky➠Camel Peak➠Turtle Peak Lake
🏔【Scenic Spots Along the Way】
❶Old Man Peak: Named for its resemblance to an old man, perhaps he is the guardian of Turtle Peak~
❷Hero Slope: Stone steps built along the mountain winding upwards, experience the difficulty of the Shu road~
❸Camel Peak: The highest peak here, steep and precipitous, you can see the whole view from the Camel Peak viewing platform, and the sea of clouds after the rain is even more stunning~
❹One-Line Sky: Steep mountains on both sides, forming a gorge in the middle~
❺Century Path: A natural crevice formed by two giant rocks, the narrowest part is less than 20 centimeters wide, it is said that passing through it can grant you a hundred years of life~
❻Turtle Peak Lake: Boating on the lake to enjoy the view, in front of you is like a scroll of Turtle Peak Danxia stone forest ink painting~
⚠️【Tips】
✔The scenic area is large, remember to get a map at the visitor center first, and follow the routes to avoid getting lost~
✔There are small shops on the mountain, or you can bring your own dry food, but travel light~
✔It's advisable to check the weather forecast before planning your trip~
Penelope.Rivera@73
The UNESCO didn't deceive me, here's the lazy person's guide to Jiangxi's Turtle Peak
This is truly one of China's severely underrated 5A-level tourist attractions.
Even locals in Jiangxi don't know that Yiyang in Shangrao hides the number one fairy peak in the south of the Yangtze River: Turtle Peak.
✅ National 5A-level Tourist Attraction
✅ National Forest Park
✅ Global Geopark
✅ World's rare Danxia landform wonder
✅ Listed by UNESCO as a World Natural Heritage site
Don't be intimidated by this mountain without a cable car.
There are 3 hiking routes in Turtle Peak Scenic Area:
1⃣ Turtle Spirit Route: 2.5h
Osmanthus Garden ➠ General's Tower ➠ Hero Slope ➠ Crape Myrtle Garden ➠ Turtle Peak Lake
2⃣ Danxia Visitor Route: 3.5h
Turtle Spirit Welcome ➠ Century Path ➠ Fairy Scattering Flowers ➠ Turtle Back Stone ➠ Eagle Playing with Chicks ➠ Loyal Soul Stone ➠ Plank Road ➠ Three Passes ➠ Hero Slope ➠ Crape Myrtle Garden ➠ Turtle Peak Lake
3⃣ Full Journey Route: 4h
Osmanthus Garden ➠ General's Tower ➠ Three Passes ➠ South Heavenly Pillar ➠ Camel Peak ➠ Turtle Peak Lake
⚠️ Actual Summary
【Lazy Person's No-Regret Route】: 5h
Entrance ➠ Sightseeing Car ➠ Zhanqi Peak through the mountain tunnel ➠ Osmanthus Garden ➠ One-Line Sky ➠ Four Sounds Valley ➠ General's Tower ➠ Three Passes ascending cliff plank road ➠ Cape of Good Hope ➠ Eighteen Arhats ➠ Camel Peak Viewing Platform ➠ Return to Three Passes ➠ Hero Slope ➠ Wobo Bridge Pier to take a boat ➠ Turtle Peak Lake Pier ➠ Exit
(See map 9 for the route map)
📷【8 Best Photo Spots】
❶ Turtle Spirit Welcome: Entrance landscape of Turtle Peak, two peaks resembling a pair of staring turtles
❷ Osmanthus Garden: Old Man Peak and other mountains surround like a screen
❸ One-Line Sky: Three adjacent peaks stand with only a 90cm passageway
❹ Four Sounds Valley: Behind the big bell is a cliff plank road in a crevice
❺ Cape of Good Hope: Cliff plank road photo spot
❻ Camel Peak: The highest peak in Turtle Peak area, with seven natural dangers
❼ Hero Slope: Walking on the ridge, looking back at the main view of Turtle Peak
❽ Turtle Peak Lake: Boating on the lake to tour the full panorama of the Danxia peaks
📝【Notice】
🎫 Ticket 60, package ticket 160 (ticket + sightseeing car + boat ticket)
⏰ Time: 7:00-17:30
🗺️ Tourist center has paper maps
🏪 There are station shops on the mountain
⛰️ Pay attention to safety
🚗【Transportation】
✈️ Airplane: Sanqing Mountain Airport
🚆 High-speed rail: Yiyang Station, 12min by taxi, there is also a Turtle Peak special line bus for 5 yuan
Natural bonsai, Turtle Peak on the river is rare in the world
Travel against the trend on May Day, Yiyang Shangrao Turtle Peak, a hidden gem travel destination
NEIL WOODS
The Turtle Peak, rated as a World Heritage Site by the United Nations, is incredibly spectacular
Jiangxi, you're really missing out by not promoting this place‼
This mountain, recognized as a World Heritage Site, is truly amazing👍
Compared to the crowded Wuyuan and Jingdezhen,
Yiyang Turtle Peak in Shangrao is less known and offers a great travel experience💯
For those looking to avoid crowds during the May Day travels, just go for it
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⛰ This treasure of a mountain peak
✔ Listed as a UNESCO World Natural Heritage Geopark
✔ Xu Xiake, after climbing it, claimed it was no less impressive than the famous mountains of the time (Yandang Mountain)
✔ Geologically steep and unique, a Danxia peak forest landscape rarely seen in Jiangsu, Zhejiang, and Shanghai
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Yiyang Turtle Peak's only shortcoming is the lack of promotion
I realized after visiting that it's really suitable for people around Jiangsu, Zhejiang, and Shanghai🚗
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🚦Major transportation
🚄 Yiyang Station: 1.8h from Hangzhou, 3h from Shanghai, 3.5h from Nanjing
🚖 After getting off, it's a 15-minute taxi ride to the scenic area, 2h drive from Wuyuan and Jingdezhen
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🚶 Hiking routes
🔹 There are 3 classic hiking trails in the scenic area
🔹 After entering the main gate, take a sightseeing bus to Suochun Cave and start hiking
🔹 Overall not too tiring, I'm someone with low energy, easier than Huangshan and the west slope of Changbai Mountain
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1️⃣ Turtle God Route
Osmanthus Garden→General Tower→Hero Slope→Crape Myrtle Garden
🚶 Intensity: ⭐⭐, 5km, 2.5h
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2️⃣ Xiake Route
Turtle God Welcome→Century Path→Celestial Maiden Scattering Flowers→General Tower→Hero Slope→Crape Myrtle Garden
🚶 Intensity: ⭐⭐⭐, 8km, 3.5h
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3️⃣ Full Route
Osmanthus Garden→General Tower→Three-Way Junction→South Heavenly Pillar→Camel Peak→Qingshui Pond
🚶 Intensity: ⭐⭐⭐⭐, 10km, 4.5h
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⚠️Highlight: For those who want to take great photos, I recommend this route
4⃣ Crape Myrtle Garden→Hero Slope→Three-Way Junction→Rest Pavilion→Camel Peak Viewing Platform→West Coast Viewing Platform→Eighteen Arhats Rest Point→Glass Walkway→Camel Peak Service Point→Take the slide down the mountain→Qingshui Pond
🚶 Intensity: ⭐⭐⭐⭐, 10km, 4.5h
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✅ Must-visit spots
🔸 Hero Slope
A stairway carved out of a large rock wall, like being on an alien planet, and you're a hero once you climb it
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🔸 Camel Peak
The highest peak in the entire scenic area, a 90-degree vertical ladder, just one look gets your heart racing
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🔸 Turtle Peak Lake
Boating on the lake, seeing the strange rocks from a different angle, a world apart
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📝Tips
✔ There are no restaurants in the scenic area, but there are a few rest points where you can buy instant noodles, sausages, and it's advisable to bring some dry food;
✔ The mountain paths are generally not tiring, suitable for all ages, wear sports shoes and sun protection
✔ Do not take the emergency trails blocked off by the scenic area on your own, safety first
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📌 Yiyang Turtle Peak Scenic Area
🈺: 7:30-17:30
🎫: 60, combo ticket 160 (includes sightseeing car, boat trip)
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LANDEN MANN
I thought Wugong Mountain was already beautiful enough, until I went here
I thought Wugong Mountain was already beautiful enough, until I went here....
Jiangxi people really keep a tight lip, such a beautiful mountain and they don't promote it‼️
Located in Yiyang, Shangrao, Guifeng gets its name because it looks like a giant turtle. With its peculiar peaks and strange rocks, emerald waters surrounding, and its unique Danxia landform, it has even been recognized as a World Natural Heritage site by the United Nations. After the rain, the clouds and mist linger, resembling a fairyland, truly an underestimated treasure of a tourist destination in Jiangxi!
If you don't want to be crowded during the May Day holiday, you can head here without a second thought. At Guifeng, follow the footsteps of ancient travelers seeking beautiful sunsets, and enjoy a unique adventure. Make sure to organize a detailed guide and remember to save it first!
📍|Guifeng Scenic Area, Yiyang, Shangrao City, Jiangxi
🚄|Take the high-speed train to 'Yiyang Station', then a 20min taxi ride
🎫|Ticket price 60r, package ticket 160r (includes sightseeing car + boat ticket)
✅Recommended three hiking routes
❶ Divine Turtle Route
Total length 5km, duration 2.5h, intensity ⭐️⭐️
Route: Visitor Center - Osmanthus Garden - General's Tower - Hero Slope - Crape Myrtle Garden
❷ Sunset Seeker Route
Total length 8km, duration 3.5h, intensity ⭐️⭐️⭐️
Route: Visitor Center - Divine Turtle Welcome - Century Path - Celestial Maiden Scattering Flowers - General's Tower - Hero Slope - Crape Myrtle Garden
❸ Full Route
Total length 10km, duration 4h, intensity ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Route: Visitor Center - Osmanthus Garden - General's Tower - Three-Way Junction - South Heavenly Pillar - Camel Peak - Guifeng Lake
🍃Hiking Tips
✔️Pick up a map at the Visitor Center, the maps in the scenic area are very detailed
✔️Travel light, it's also beautiful on rainy days, remember to bring anti-slip shoe covers
✔️Bring some snacks and water, you can buy instant noodles and sausages at the shops on the mountain
✔️Remember to apply sunscreen and bring mosquito repellent in summer
📸Must-visit photo spots
1️⃣ Hero Slope: The stone path built along the mountain winds upwards, not very high and easy to climb, and the drone footage is stunning!
2️⃣ A Line Between Heaven and Earth: Walking through a hundred-meter-high canyon, marveling at the natural wonders.
3️⃣ Camel Peak: The highest peak of Guifeng, reaching the top requires climbing nearly vertical steps, it's leg-shaking just looking at it!
4️⃣ Guifeng Lake: Boating on the lake, enjoying the panoramic view of Guifeng from another angle, like a natural landscape painting.
FreeSpiritedRoamer
The UNESCO didn't deceive me about the Lazy Person's Guide to Jiangxi's Turtle Peak
This is truly one of China's most underrated 5A-level tourist attractions.
Even locals in Jiangxi don't know that Yiyang in Shangrao hides the number one fairy peak in the south of the Yangtze River: Turtle Peak.
✅ National 5A-level Tourist Attraction
✅ National Forest Park
✅ Global Geopark
✅ World's rare Danxia landform spectacle
✅ Listed by UNESCO as part of the World Natural Heritage
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Don't be intimidated by this mountain without a cable car.
There are 3 hiking routes in Turtle Peak Scenic Area:
1⃣ Turtle Spirit Route: 2.5h
Osmanthus Garden ➠ General's Tower ➠ Hero Slope ➠ Crape Myrtle Garden ➠ Turtle Peak Lake
2⃣ Danxia Visitor Route: 3.5h
Turtle Spirit Welcome ➠ Century Path ➠ Fairy Scattering Flowers ➠ Turtle Back Stone ➠ Eagle Playing with Chicks ➠ Loyal Soul Stone ➠ Plank Road ➠ Three-Way Junction ➠ Hero Slope ➠ Crape Myrtle Garden ➠ Turtle Peak Lake
3⃣ Full Journey Route: 4h
Osmanthus Garden ➠ General's Tower ➠ Three-Way Junction ➠ South Pillar ➠ Camel Peak ➠ Turtle Peak Lake
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⚠️ Actual Summary
【Lazy Person's No-Regret Route】: 5h
Entrance ➠ Sightseeing Car ➠ Flag Peak through the tunnel ➠ Osmanthus Garden ➠ One-Line Sky ➠ Four Sounds Valley ➠ General's Tower ➠ Three-Way Junction ascending cliff plank road ➠ Cape of Good Hope ➠ Eighteen Arhats ➠ Camel Peak Viewing Platform ➠ Return to Three-Way Junction ➠ Hero Slope ➠ Wo Bo Bridge Pier by boat ➠ Turtle Peak Lake Pier ➠ Exit
(See map 9 for the route map)
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📷【8 Best Photo Spots】
❶ Turtle Spirit Welcome: The entrance landscape of Turtle Peak, where two peaks resemble two staring turtles
❷ Osmanthus Garden: The Old Man Peak and other mountains surround like a screen
❸ One-Line Sky: Three adjacent peaks stand with only a 90cm passageway
❹ Four Sounds Valley: Behind the big bell is a cliff plank road in a crevice
❺ Cape of Good Hope: Cliff plank road photo spot
❻ Camel Peak: The highest peak in Turtle Peak Scenic Area, with seven natural dangers
❼ Hero Slope: Walking on the ridge, looking back at the main view of Turtle Peak
❽ Turtle Peak Lake: Boating on the lake to tour the full panorama of the Danxia peaks
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📝【Notice】
🎫 Ticket 60, package ticket 160 (ticket + sightseeing car + boat ticket)
⏰ Time: 7:00-17:30
🗺️ Tourist center has paper maps
🏪 There are station shops on the mountain
⛰️ Pay attention to safety
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🚗【Transportation】
✈️ Airplane: Sanqingshan Airport
🚆 High-speed train: Yiyang Station, 12min by taxi, there is also a Turtle Peak special line bus for 5 yuan
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Natural bonsai, Turtle Peak on the river is rare in the world
Travel against the trend on May Day, Yiyang Shangrao Turtle Peak is a hidden gem
EmmaMcKenzie46
I prefer the Turtle Peak, a World Heritage site, over Mount Wugong
Don't rush to Mount Wugong in Jiangxi for the May Day holiday‼️
If you don't want to travel in crowded places,
you can visit Turtle Peak in Yiyang, Jiangxi⛰
As a World Natural Heritage and national 5A-level tourist attraction,
the Danxia peak forest landform rarely seen in Jiangsu, Zhejiang, and Shanghai is worth a visit✅
The geology is rugged, and the peaks and rocks are truly extraordinary!!
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⛰ Yiyang Turtle Peak Scenic Area
📍 Yiyang Turtle Peak Scenic Area, Shangrao City, Jiangxi Province
🚄 Yiyang Station, 15min by taxi
🚌 Direct tourist bus to Yiyang Turtle Peak 5R/person
🎫 Scenic area ticket 60R, sightseeing car 20R, boat ticket 80R, combo ticket 160R
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✅ Tour Routes
1⃣ Xiakexian
Visitor Center - Zhanqifeng - Xiake Cliff - 36 Peaks Education Point - Centennial Path - Haohan Slope - Wobo Bridge Pier - Return by boat
2⃣ Full Route
Visitor Center - Zhanqifeng - Bishui Danxin Hotel - Siwei Pavilion - Zimei Garden Service Point - Old Man Peak - Sandaokou Service Point - Yutu Peak - Jinzhong Peak - Visitor from Beyond - Eighteen Arhats - Arhat Offering Treasures - Glass Walkway - Carp Back - Camel Peak Service Point - Qingshui Pond - Return by boat
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📷 Must-Visit Spots
✔️ Old Man Peak: During the climb, you can see the Old Man Peak from different positions and angles, which is very special
✔️ Haohan Slope: The winding and rugged stone path and steep cliffs require courage with every step
✔️ One-Line Sky: A narrow path formed by two peaks less than three feet apart
✔️ Camel Peak: The highest peak in the scenic area, offering a panoramic view
✔️ Visitor from Beyond: Uniquely shaped, it looks like a strange rock that has come from beyond the sky
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✅ Tips
1⃣ The scenic area is quite large, so it's a good idea to pick up a map at the visitor center before you set out to avoid getting lost
2⃣ There is a big temperature difference between morning and evening, so it's advisable to bring a windbreaker to protect against the temperature change
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S0ph.@ Sc0tt
I thought Mount Wugong was already beautiful until I went here
When it comes to Jiangxi, my first thought is that there are many famous mountains! From Mount Lushan, Mount Sanqing to the recently popular Mount Wugong, they attract many tourists to set foot.
But compared to the former's popularity, I prefer the lesser-known but stunningly beautiful Mount Guifeng in Jiangxi. Not only does it feature Danxia landforms and peculiar peaks, but it is also known as a 'World Natural Heritage site', offering picturesque views at every turn, like scenes from a poem or painting.
🌳【Overview of Scenic Spots】
❶Address: Guifeng Scenic Area
❷Transportation: High-speed train to Yiyang Station, about 15 minutes by taxi
❸Tickets: Admission 60/Tourist car 20/Boat ticket 80
🌳【Guifeng Hiking Routes】
❶Tortoise Trail
Time: 2.5h, Difficulty: ⭐️⭐️
Osmanthus Garden ➠ General's Tower ➠ Hero Slope ➠ Crape Myrtle Garden ➠ Guifeng Lake
❷Roseroot Trail
Time: 3.5h, Difficulty: ⭐️⭐️⭐️
Tortoise Welcome ➠ Century Path ➠ Fairy Scattering Flowers ➠ Turtle Back Stone ➠ Eagle
Playing with Chicks ➠ Loyal Soul Stone ➠ Plank Road ➠ Three-Way Junction ➠ Hero Slope ➠
Crape Myrtle Garden ➠ Guifeng Lake
❸Full Route
Time: 4h, Difficulty: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Osmanthus Garden ➠ General's Tower ➠ Three-Way Junction ➠ South Pillar ➠ Camel Peak ➠ Corner Peak Lake
🌳【Must-Visit Places in Guifeng】
❶Hero Slope
The staircase built along the mountain winds upwards like a ribbon, offering an even better view from a drone's perspective.
❷Camel Peak
The highest peak in the scenic area, where you can see the entire area from the Camel Peak Viewing Platform.
❸Old Man Peak
The head and body of Old Man Peak are connected by three points, leaning but not falling, slanting but not tumbling, truly a 'tri-pod stance'.
❹One-Line Sky
The gorge is nearly a hundred meters high, ten meters long, and three feet wide, threading through the cliffs, making one marvel at the natural wonder of the creator.
❺Guifeng Lake
Nestled among the peaks, Guifeng Lake is like a beautiful scroll depicting a panoramic view of the Guifeng Danxia stone forest.
MichaelMcNeil28
Xu Xiake did not deceive me, Jiangxi's seriously underrated niche and peculiar mountain
Xu Xiake did not deceive me❗ Jiangxi's seriously underrated niche and peculiar mountain⛰️
The summit of Wugong Mountain in Jiangxi is often crowded with people🚶🏻🚶🏻🚶🏻
While the less-known Guifeng in Jiangxi has few people and beautiful scenery❗
Mountains and rivers complement each other, with Danxia landforms and turtle-shaped boulders...
'The wonder of the peaks, something Yandang lacks'
Even Xu Xiake, who traveled all over the great rivers and mountains of the south, exclaimed in admiration
Guifeng resembles a giant turtle🐢 and is divided into 36 peaks
Walking on Guifeng, you'll see various peak forests, stone pillars, rock walls, and valley gorges...
With its peculiar mountains and strange rocks, babbling streams, every step reveals a new scene🏞️
To avoid the crowds during the May Day travels, this is the right place to go✔️
【My Tour Route】
Entrance→Welcoming Turtle→Lake Center Pavilion→Brave Man's Slope→Three-Way Junction→Pillar of the Southern Sky→Glass Walkway→Glass Dry Slide→Boat ride on Guifeng Lake→Exit
(The whole journey on foot➕photography takes about 4 hours)
Remember to get a map, there are also the Turtle Trail and Xiake Trail, you can choose the full route
【Check-in Spots】
⭐Brave Man's Slope
A steep slope without handrails, offering a wide view to fully enjoy the Danxia landform
⭐A Line Between Heaven and Earth
A hundred-meter-high gorge formed between Guifeng and Woniufeng
⭐Old Man Peak
A peak resembling an old man situated among the group of peaks
⭐Camel Peak
The tallest peak in the Guifeng scenic area, resembling a camel standing tall and majestic, with clouds and mist lingering after the rain
You can take photos at the 📍Camel Peak Viewing Platform or 📍West Coast Viewing Platform - Golden Bell Peak📸
You can also climb to the top of Camel Peak via a nearly 90-degree vertical staircase
【How to get there❓】
🚘Self-drive📍Jiangxi Shangrao Yiyang Guifeng Scenic Area
🚄High-speed train to Yiyang Station🚕Taxi for 15 minutes
TravelCrossroads*3
I thought Wugong Mountain was already beautiful, until I went here
Sharing the beauty of the journey with everyone.
Don't rush to Wugong Mountain for the May Day holiday, the grass is not green yet, you can first visit the Guifeng Scenic Area in Jiangxi, I feel that this place is really underrated. It is a national 5A-level tourist attraction, an important part of the 'China Danxia' World Natural Heritage, with unique shapes, as if carved, like walking into a traditional Chinese ink painting.
This hiking guide is recommended to save.
📍Address: Guifeng Scenic Area, Yiyang, Shangrao City, Jiangxi Province
Climate: It's a bit cool in the morning and evening in spring, you need to prepare a coat, a windbreaker is more suitable, not cold or hot and very photogenic!
Transportation: High-speed rail Yiyang station, taxi to the scenic area takes 20 minutes, bus route 2 or the scenic area direct double-decker bus, pay attention to the departure time
Tickets: Ticket price is 60, package ticket is 160 yuan/person (including ticket + sightseeing car + boat trip)
Route: Tourist Service Center — Lock Spring Cave — Thousand-Year Ancient Camphor Tree — Old Man Peak — One Line Sky — General Tower — Loyal Soul Stone — Three Passes — Hero Slope — Jade Rabbit Peak — Golden Bell Peak — Eighteen Arhats — Glass Walkway — Camel Peak — Qingshui Pond Pier — Return by boat (paper maps can be obtained at the tourist center, there are many routes)
Sharing a few check-in spots
❶ Xiakke Cliff: A hundred-meter cliff, rainwater slides down from the top of the mountain like a waterfall, walking under this stone step is too shocking!
❷ Hero Slope: The stone road built along the mountain winds upwards, bring a drone, the aerial photography effect is even better.
❸ Camel Peak: The highest peak in the scenic area, you can see the whole view from the Camel Peak viewing platform.
❹ One Line Sky: A very deep natural crevice, shuttling between the cliffs, can't help but marvel at the craftsmanship of nature.
❺ Old Man Peak: The head and body of Old Man Peak are connected by three points, leaning but not falling, slanting but not tumbling, it can be said to be 'standing on three legs'
❻ Century Path: Ingeniously composed of two natural giant rocks, the width is 50~20 centimeters, known as the 'natural standard body measurement instrument', it is said that whoever can pass can 'live a hundred years'
isabeau_2334
An Underrated Paradise, A Hidden Gem for Travelers—Guifeng
Guifeng Scenic Area is located in the southwest of Yiyang County, Jiangxi Province, only 10 kilometers away from Yiyang County town, covering an area of 136 square kilometers. It is not only an important part of the World Geopark Longhushan-Guifeng Geopark, but also a brilliant pearl of the World Natural Heritage 'China Danxia'. Guifeng Scenic Area is honored as a national scenic spot, a national 5A-level tourist attraction, a national forest park, and a national patriotism education demonstration base.
The name Guifeng originates from the countless lifelike turtle-shaped rocks within the scenic area, as well as the entire area resembling a giant turtle from a distance. Known for the 'Thirty-six Peaks and Seventy-two Scenic Spots', it is a collection of 'strange, dangerous, spiritual, and clever' features, praised as 'Guifeng on the river is rare in the world' and 'natural bonsai'. Its unique 'no mountain without turtles, no rock without turtles' natural landscape and profound cultural heritage have attracted recommendations from many famous artists and plays, such as the travel sage Xu Xiake and the TV series 'Journey to the West'. Guifeng, a tourist destination that makes you linger and forget to return, awaits your visit.
maeva_4860
Jiangxi's Guifeng is a lesser-known yet highly attractive Danxia landform
Jiangxi Province, apart from the famous Wuyuan in Shangrao, ⚠️ also has a seriously underrated Danxia landform national park—Yiyang Guifeng in Shangrao. If you travel to Wuyuan in Shangrao, consider visiting Guifeng to experience a different kind of scenery 🏁. If you're tired of traditional hot spots, then Guifeng, with its niche appeal and high beauty, should definitely be at the top of your travel list during this extended holiday ❗️
📍Location:
Yiyang Guifeng is located in Yiyang County, Jiangxi Province, and is a World Natural Heritage site and World Natural Park. The area is filled with rocks that strikingly resemble turtles and was personally endorsed by the ancient travel enthusiast Xu Xiake as 'Thirty-six Peaks and Seventy-two Scenic Spots' 🤩
🛣️Transportation: Take the high-speed train to Yiyang Station❣️ It is recommended to take the No. 2 bus to the scenic area, which takes about 40 minutes
⛺️Route: Divine Turtle Welcoming Guests ➡️ Suochun Tower ➡️ General Tower ➡️ Loyal Soul Stone ➡️ Maiden Spring ➡️ South Heaven Pillar ➡️ Bajie Peak ➡️ Camel Peak
🏡Accommodation: Inside the scenic area, there is the Bishui Danxin Hotel, which is very quiet amidst the jungle, suitable for family leisure vacations. ✅ It is recommended to check in in the afternoon, as you can save on the night tour and entrance 🎫 fees in the evening 🤩
✅Recommended Check-in Points✅
1⃣️ Tianshou Peak: Also known as Hundred-Year Peak, located on the turtle's head, with excellent scenic conditions and a broad view 😆
2⃣️ Eagle Playing with Chick: Two huge rocks, one resembling a chick and the other an eagle, as if in a life-and-death struggle. 🌈
3⃣️ Looking at the Child Stone: Formed about 170 million years ago during the Middle Jurassic period, it is a local geological relic. 👆🏻 Its shape resembles a mother and child embracing each other, creating a warm and fulfilling image.
4⃣️ General Tower: Located near the Four Sounds Valley, it offers an overlook of the entire scenic area and is a highly recommended viewing spot 🌹
⚠️Tips
✅The current season is a great window for visiting Guifeng, with no scorching sun, pleasant climate, and charming scenery. However, 📍 some spots lack tree shade, so beauty-conscious friends should be well-prepared for sun protection 🌄
✅It is recommended to choose hiking because the mountain roads in Guifeng are not many and relatively gentle, not the steep staircase type of mountain. ⛰️ The physical exertion is not great, allowing for better enjoyment of the scenery. Those who are afraid of heights should avoid the glass walkway route. 🗻
✅Guifeng has many water activities, remember to bring appropriate clothing to experience water flying, speedboats, and water bicycles, and families traveling with children should not miss out ❌
Jiangxi's Yiyang Guifeng may not be as well-known as Wuyuan, but its unique natural landscape and tranquil environment are unforgettable travel 🧳 memories for me. Don't miss out on this niche travel destination ⛱️
MAE WEBB
Jiangxi, you're missing out by not promoting this place
Discover the secrets of Jiangxi! I recently visited an unknown mountain peak - Turtle Peak, whose unique turtle-shaped landform is astonishing. Composed of 36 peaks, it is acclaimed as 'Turtle Peak on the river, a rarity in the world.' Not only is it a World Natural Heritage site, but also a World Geopark. Walking through it is like being in a Danxia landform painting, with every step revealing a magnificent view, breathtakingly beautiful, comparable to the Yellow Mountain! 🌄
🔖Hurry up and save my Wuxi one-day tour guide, which will take you on an easy visit! Don't forget to check in before you leave, and start your adventure! 🚀
☑️Recommended itinerary:
🌲Yiyang Turtle Peak Scenic Area
🕖Suggested time: 07:00—16:00 (last entry)
🚆Take the high-speed train to Yiyang Station, then a taxi for about 15 minutes
🎟️Ticket: Adult ticket 60 yuan, sightseeing car 20 yuan, cruise boat 80 yuan
☑️Recommended hiking routes:
1️⃣【Turtle Mystery Trail】🚶♂️About 2.5 hours, medium difficulty
Starting from Osmanthus Garden, passing General Tower, through Hero Slope, visiting Crape Myrtle Garden, and finally reaching Turtle Peak Lake.
2️⃣【Danxia Fairy Trail】🚶♀️About 3.5 hours, more challenging
Start from the Turtle Welcome Area, pass the Century-Old Path, visit the Scattered Flowers Fairy, cross the Turtle Back Stone, bypass the Eagle Playing with Chicks spot, reach the Loyal Soul Stone and the plank road, go through the Third Pass to Hero Slope, then to Crape Myrtle Garden, and finally enjoy the tranquility of Turtle Peak Lake.
3️⃣【Panoramic Exploration Trail】🏞️About 4 hours, higher difficulty
From Osmanthus Garden to General Tower, then to the Third Pass, climb the South Heavenly Pillar, explore Camel Peak, and finally overlook the beauty of Jiao Peak Lake.
☑️Highlights along the way:
🌄【Hero Slope】: The winding mountain road unfolds like a ribbon, especially spectacular from the air.
🌍【Camel Peak】: From the viewing platform, you can see the vastness of the entire scenic area.
🧓【Old Man Peak】: A natural wonder, supported by three points, slanted but not falling.
🌌【One-Line Sky】: The canyon is nearly 100 meters high, long and spectacular, walking through it is like entering a fairyland.
🌊【Turtle Peak Lake】: The lake and mountains reflect each other, resembling an ink painting.
🌳【Century-Old Path】: A narrow natural path, legend has it that it brings longevity and good fortune, a wonderful natural experience.
TERESA MCDANIEL
Why doesn't Jiangxi promote this place? It's really confusing
Jiangxi❗️Why don't they promote this place⁉️It's really baffling😭😭😭 || In Jiangxi, I discovered an underrated gem of a mountain—Yiyang Guifeng, named for its resemblance to a 'JU-shaped turtle'🐢. It consists of 36 peaks and is known as 'a rarity under the heavens on the river of Guifeng', a World Natural Heritage site and a World Geopark. With its Danxia landform, every step offers a new view, rivaling even the famous Huangshan!
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📮I've specially compiled a nanny-level one-day tour guide for Wuxi! Remember to save it first, then check it out❗️
☑️Travel Suggestions
⛰️Yiyang Guifeng Scenic Area
⏰07:00—08:30 (entry stops at 16:00)
🚄High-speed train: Yiyang Station, then a 15min taxi ride
🎫Tickets: ①Admission 60r ②Sightseeing car 20r ③Boat ticket 80r
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☑️Hiking Routes
The scenic area is quite large, remember to choose a route that suits your physical condition and time🗺️
❶【Tortoise Trail】🕑2.5h, Difficulty⭐️⭐️
Osmanthus Garden➠General's Tower➠Hero Slope➠Crape Myrtle Garden➠Guifeng Lake
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❷【Danxia Visitor Trail】🕑3.5h, Difficulty⭐️⭐️⭐️
Tortoise Welcome➠Century Path➠Scattered Flower Rock➠Turtle Back Stone➠Eagle Playing with Chickens➠Loyal Soul Stone➠Plank Road➠Three-Way Junction➠Hero Slope➠Crape Myrtle Garden➠Guifeng Lake
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❸【Full Journey Trail】🕑4h, Difficulty⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Osmanthus Garden➠General's Tower➠Three-Way Junction➠South Pillar➠Camel Peak➠Corner Peak Lake
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☑️Scenic Spots Along the Way
❶【Hero Slope】
The stairs built along the mountain twist and turn like a ribbon, and from a drone's perspective, it's even more spectacular😎
❷【Camel Peak】
The highest peak in the scenic area, offering a panoramic view of the area from the Camel Peak viewing platform🤠
❸【Old Man Peak】
The head and body of Old Man Peak are connected by three points, tilted but not falling, a true 'tripod stance'
❹【One-Line Sky】
The gorge is nearly a hundred meters high, ten meters long, and three feet wide, running between cliffs.
❺【Guifeng Lake】
Nestled among the peaks, Guifeng Lake is like a scroll of ink painting of the Danxia stone forest of Guifeng~
❻ 【Century Path】
A scenic spot on the Danxia Visitor Trail, formed by two 'JU-shaped' rocks, with the narrowest point being nearly 20cm wide, known as nature's body measuring instrument, it is said that passing through can grant one a hundred years of life.
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Lucy.Ward^19
Jiangxi Turtle Peak: A Magnificent Scroll in the Danxia Landform
"The peculiar peaks and cliffs of Turtle Peak are unmatched by Yandang," Xu Xiake did not deceive me, the strange rock scenery of Turtle Peak is truly a marvelous place on earth. This place is the hidden corner of Jiangxi that should not be missed. Turtle Peak gets its name because the mountain resembles a giant turtle, with peaks and cliffs stacked upon each other, totaling thirty-six peaks, and is known as 'Turtle Peak on the river, a rarity in the world.' Not only is it a treasure of the world natural heritage, but it is also a dazzling pearl in the world geopark. The Danxia landform is like a scroll carefully painted by nature, with a beautiful view at every step, and its magnificent scenery is comparable to that of Mount Huang.
🚙 Traffic Information
High-speed train route: Yiyang High-speed Train Station → Turtle Peak Scenic Area → Bus No. 2 (every 20 minutes)
Self-driving route: After exiting Yiyang Expressway, follow National Highway 320 westward for 6 kilometers to reach the scenic area
🌳 Scenic Spots Along the Way
Hero Slope✔️ The stone-carved path, like ancient veins, winds through the cliffs, and every step seems to be a heavy conversation with history, making one's heart beat like a drum💯.
Camel Peak✔️ This peak stands tall as the crown of the scenic area, with cliffs as sharp as a knife, and nearly 90-degree cliff stairs piercing the sky, breathtaking and awe-inspiring the craftsmanship of nature.
Old Man Peak✔️ Named for its resemblance to a kind old man, the scenery changes with every step, and with three glances at Old Man Peak, each look has a different charm, as if the old man is telling a thousand-year-old story.
A Line of Sky✔️ Two peaks stand opposite each other like giants, and the sunlight that shines through the crevice is like a golden thread, forming a magnificent natural scroll that is breathtaking.
Turtle Peak Lake✔️ Boating on the lake, with rippling blue waves, looking back, the majestic panorama of the Danxia rock forest unfolds like a scroll, stunningly beautiful.
Turtle Peak, the mysterious place captured by the camera in the TV series 'Journey to the West,' is also a fairyland where the travel master Xu Xiake once left his footprints of praise. Stepping onto the land of Jiangxi, Turtle Peak is undoubtedly a must-visit spot for you. Walking in Turtle Peak is like entering a natural ink painting, with every inch of land filled with historical traces and natural charm.
The tour of Turtle Peak takes about 4-5 hours, a day that can be deeply immersed in the embrace of nature. If you are energetic, I strongly recommend trying to hike without relying on the convenience of electric cars. Walking two kilometers inside from the entrance of the scenic area, during this journey, you will have the opportunity to encounter the best spots for photographing Turtle Peak, like nature's secret bases, waiting for your exploration and discovery.
Along the way, you will meet variously shaped turtle rocks, some standing like peaks, some crawling like turtles, like sprites in nature, telling stories of a thousand years. Each turtle rock seems to be telling you their past, allowing you to appreciate the beauty while feeling the historical significance and cultural splendor.
Turtle Peak, a place worth savoring, awaits you to measure with your steps and feel with your heart. Here, you can find the long-lost tranquility, as well as the reverence and love for nature. When traveling to Jiangxi, Turtle Peak is definitely worth leaving deep footprints.
Mia Sinclair
Green tea, a specialty from Shangrao
Shangrao, historically known as Xinzhou and Guangxin, is a prefecture-level city under the jurisdiction of Jiangxi Province, located in the northeastern part of the province. It borders Zhejiang Province to the east, Fujian Province and Yingtang City of Jiangxi Province to the south, Fuzhou City, Nanchang City, and Jiujiang City to the west, and Jingdezhen City and Huangshan City of Anhui Province to the north. Shangrao serves as a regional central city, a Type II large city, and a third-tier city in Jiangxi Province, covering a total area of 22,737 square kilometers.
The name Shangrao is said to originate from the phrase 'a place of superior richness.' Historically, it was part of the Wu region. In the 15th year of Jian'an during the Eastern Han Dynasty (210 AD), Poyang County was established. From the Tang Dynasty to the Qing Dynasty, the territory of today's Shangrao City was long divided between Raozhou and Xinzhou (renamed Guangxin during the Yuan Dynasty); Wuyuan County belonged to Huizhou. In 1949, the Shangrao Special District was established. In 2000, it was renamed Shangrao City. Shangrao is one of the birthplaces of Taoism; it is the hometown of Zhu Xi, Zhan Tianyou, Fang Zhimin, and Xin Qiji also lived here for a long time. Shangrao has a fine revolutionary tradition, having established the revolutionary base in northeastern Jiangxi. The city boasts rich tourism resources, including the Sanqing Mountain Scenic Area, Guifeng Scenic Area, and Jiangwan Scenic Area, which are three national AAAAA-level tourist attractions; Sanqing Mountain, China Danxia, and Wuyi Mountain are three World Heritage Sites. Wuyuan County in Shangrao City has been recognized as a national demonstration area for all-region tourism.
Jiangxi is truly a treasure-filled travel destination! 😍 Besides the well-known Wuyuan and Jingdezhen, I've also stumbled upon a lesser-known but absolutely stunning travel secret—Guifeng in Shangrao Yiyang!
🏞️ It's near Wuyuan, so if you plan to visit Wuyuan during the Qingming festival to enjoy the rapeseed flowers, you really shouldn't miss the breathtaking beauty of Guifeng! 🌼✨
Guifeng, a name filled with mystery and charm, 'Guifeng on the river is rare in the world,' the whole mountain resembles a giant turtle 🐢, adorable and endearing! The Danxia landform and the unique peak stones here are breathtakingly beautiful, and I truly believe it deserves the praise of a World Natural Heritage! 👍🏻🌟
When it comes to hiking routes, Guifeng offers several options, let me recommend a few for you:
1⃣️🚶 The leisurely Shengui route: Starting from Guihua Garden, passing through General Tower, Hao Han Slope, Crape Myrtle Garden, and finally reaching Guifeng Lake. This route is about 5km, with a walking time of approximately 2.5 hours, very suitable for first-time visitors. The scenery along the way is picturesque, every step is a beautiful painting! 🌟🌟🌸
2⃣️🚶 The challenging Xiakke route: Starting from Shengui Welcome, passing through Century Path, Celestial Maiden Scattering Flowers, Turtle Back Stone, Eagle Playing with Chick, and also ending at Guifeng Lake. This route is slightly longer, about 8km, requiring 3.5 hours, but the scenery along the way is definitely worth the sweat! You will be deeply shocked by the magic and magnificence of nature! 🌟🌟🌟🏞️
3⃣️🚶 The full exploration Warrior route: Starting from Guihua Garden, crossing General Tower, Three Passes, South Pillar, Camel Peak, and finally reaching Guifeng Lake. This is the longest route, about 10km, requiring 4 hours, but the sense of accomplishment after completing it is absolutely full! You will experience the most complete natural scenery of Guifeng, as if you are in a mysterious and magnificent fairyland! 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌈
Don't worry about physical strength! 💪🏻 These routes all have gentle stairs, and the overall difficulty is moderate, even beginners can easily handle them. I have personally experienced it, D1 walked the Shengui route, D2 challenged the full route, and it felt great! And when descending the mountain, you can also choose the exciting slide, which is both relaxing and fun! 🎢😄
The attractions along the way are also diverse!
📍 The stone-carved path of Hao Han Slope is winding and secluded, with steep cliffs on both sides, walking on it makes your heart beat faster, full of excitement and fun! 💓💓
📍 Camel Peak is the highest peak in the scenic area, the nearly 90-degree cliff stairs are daunting, but the sense of achievement after climbing is indescribable! 😲😲
📍 There's also the Old Man Peak resembling an old man, the narrow One-Line Sky, the rippling Guifeng Lake, and so on, each with its unique charm waiting for you to discover! 🌄🌊
📋 The ticket prices are also very affordable! Guifeng ticket 💰60, package ticket 💰160 (including admission, sightseeing car, and boat ticket), great value for money! The scenic area's business hours are from 7:00 am to 5:30 pm, remember to plan your trip in advance, don't miss this beautiful travel destination! ⏰💰
🚌 Transportation is also convenient! You can take the high-speed train directly to Yiyang Station, then take a taxi, only a 12-minute drive. If you depart from Wuyuan or Jingdezhen, it's only a 2-hour drive! No matter which mode of transportation you choose, you can easily reach Guifeng and start your adventure! 🚗🚆🌈
🏨 For accommodation, I recommend the homestays at the foot of the mountain, nestled against the mountain and by the water, with an elegant and tranquil environment. After a day of hiking, you can enjoy a comfortable night here, recharging for the next day's journey! 🏡🌳🌙
Finally, a few reminders ⚠️:
1⃣️ There are stations on the mountain providing water and food, you can choose to bring your own provisions, or go light;
2⃣️ The spring sunshine is quite bright, be sure to take sun protection measures;
3⃣️ Also, please be sure to follow the regulations of the scenic area, do not take shortcuts, and ensure your own safety! 🔥🌞🚫💪🏻
In summary, Guifeng in Shangrao Yiyang is definitely a niche travel destination worth visiting! If you have not yet set foot on this beautiful land, then hurry up and make arrangements! Believe me, you will be deeply attracted by its natural scenery and mysterious charm! 🎉✨🌍
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The Treasure Scenic Area is not very well-known nationwide, but it is definitely worth a visit
Located in Yiyang County, the Turtle Peak Scenic Area can be seen from a distance by the roadside, where a gigantic divine turtle lies between heaven and earth, truly embodying the saying 'no mountain without turtles, no stone without turtles'. Once you delve deeper, you will find that many of the cracks in the rocks resemble turtle shells, and nature's carving is indeed magical.
The mountains of Turtle Peak are steep and majestic, yet they possess a fresh and lively beauty, with soft curves and gentle postures. Surrounded by these beautiful rivers and mountains, the beauty is overwhelming. A thousand rocks vie for beauty, streams babble, and the tranquil forest sea, all soaked in the distant times, seem to have such magic that makes us feel life, time, and a heart swaying in the flowing years!
The weather at Turtle Peak is ever-changing, with a clear sky after the rain, and often there are spectacular sights of the sea of clouds that are astounding. The best place to view the sea of clouds at Turtle Peak is undoubtedly the Golden Bell Peak. Climbing to the top of Turtle Peak, the view is wide, the mist is hazy like a belt, and the peaks are dimly visible, giving you a feeling of being in a fairyland.
There are many beautiful landscapes of the Danxia landform in China, and the strange rocks standing between heaven and earth at Turtle Peak, shaking the ground and the mountains, wandering through Turtle Peak, seem to take away many of the uncontrollable worries and distractions of the past, or the empty feelings. Walking through Turtle Peak, appreciating its unique mountainous terrain, and intentionally feeling the quiet time here, it is indeed a place where the years are peacefully spent.
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Jiangxi Shangrao Geyang | The situation is like a turtle with a unique endowment, raising its head and dragging its tail towards the stream bank
Because it is said that 'there is no mountain without turtles, no stone without turtles,' and the entire scenic area is like a huge and unparalleled turtle raising its head. This refers to the Turtle Peak in Jiangxi Geyang. Speaking of Turtle Peak, it suddenly reminds me of a poem by Yang Wanli ↓
Song Dynasty Yang Wanli
In the morning light, the great Chen Mountain is launched, and Turtle Peak stretches its neck to face it.
By noon, passing Geyang, Turtle Peak retracts its head and is no longer seen.
Green fur is thick and clean as if dyed, purple shells are rounded with spotted bands.
I wonder if the seventy-two drilling spirits are divine, but in the Peach Blossom Market, the truth is best seen.
The entire scenic area is named after the huge and unparalleled turtle raising its head. Turtle Peak has a total of 36 peaks, embodying 'strangeness, danger, spirituality, and ingenuity,' and is known as 'the rare Turtle Peak on the river' and 'natural bonsai.'
Interested friends can go for a visit!!
WINTER HOWELL
Visit Guifeng in Shangrao, and make your trip worthwhile
✨Family, today I want to share with you an unforgettable trip to Guifeng in Shangrao! This place has spectacular natural scenery and a variety of delicious food that will make you linger and forget to return😍! Come and explore with me!
- Transportation:
- Train: After getting off the train, there is a direct bus to the Guifeng scenic area.
- Self-driving: Navigate to the Guifeng scenic area.
- Tickets:
- The full price of the scenic area ticket is 160 yuan, which includes the shuttle bus to the scenic area and the boat ticket fee for Qingshui Lake.
- Active military personnel, people's police, special groups, journalists, seniors aged 65 (including 65 years old) and above, and students can enjoy a special ticket of 80 yuan/piece.
- Recommended route:
- Zhanqi Peak - Suochun Cave - Yingbin Lake - General Building - Sandaokou Service Point - Glass Plank Road - Qingshui Lake.
🏔️Recommended route:
After entering the scenic area, we follow the route of Zhanqi Peak - Suochun Cave - Yingbin Lake - General Building - Sandaokou Service Point - Glass Plank Road - Qingshui Lake🚶♀️. Along the way, the scenery is so beautiful that it is intoxicating🌳.
🍲Food recommendations:
1️⃣ Guifeng Braised Pork: The meat is tender and melts in your mouth, leaving a lasting impression😋.
2️⃣ Yiyang Rice Cake: The texture is soft and glutinous, and the taste is sweet, making it a unique local delicacy🍚.
3️⃣ National Road Fish: The fresh fish paired with unique seasonings is very delicious🐟.
4️⃣ Guifeng Stewed Duck: The duck meat is stewed until tender, the soup is rich, and it is nutritious and delicious🍲.
🚫Pitfall guide:
1️⃣ Check the weather forecast in advance to avoid climbing in bad weather🧐.
2️⃣ Wear comfortable sports shoes to ensure walking comfort🚶.
3️⃣ Pay attention to the opening hours and ticket prices of the scenic area, and arrange your itinerary reasonably🎫.
During the trip to Guifeng in Shangrao, both the food and the scenery left a deep impression on us🤩. I hope you can also come here to experience the charm of nature and enjoy the feast of food😀! Don't forget to bring your camera to capture the beautiful moments📷!
Hungry Journeys
Jiangxi Geyang Turtle Peak is a rare sight on the river and in the world
🐢 Yiyang Turtle Peak is located in Yiyang County, Jiangxi Province, and is a World Natural Heritage site and a World Natural Park. The scenic area is home to numerous rocks that strikingly resemble turtles and has also been personally endorsed by the ancient travel enthusiast Xu Xiake as 'thirty-six peaks and seventy-two scenes'.
🚶🏻♂️Route: Divine Turtle Welcoming Guests➡️Lock Spring Tower➡️General Tower➡️Loyal Soul Stone➡️Maiden's Spring➡️Pillar of the Southern Sky➡️Bajie Peak➡️Camel Peak
🏡Accommodation: The scenic area has the Bi Shui Dan Xin Hotel, which is very quiet amidst the jungle, suitable for family leisure vacations. ✅It is recommended to check in in the afternoon, as you can save on the night tour and entrance 🎫 fees in the evening.
✅Check-in Suggestions
1⃣️Tianshou Peak: Also known as Hundred-Year Peak, located on the turtle's head, with excellent scenic conditions and a broad view 😆
2⃣️Eagle Playing with Chick: Two huge rocks, one resembling a chick and the other resembling an eagle, as if in a life-and-death struggle. 🌈
3⃣️Looking at the Child Stone: Formed about 170 million years ago during the Middle Jurassic period, it is a provincial-level geological relic site. 👆🏻Its shape closely resembles a mother and child hugging each other, creating a warm and fulfilling image.
4⃣️General Tower: Located near the Four Sounds Valley, it offers a bird's-eye view of the entire scenic area, and is a highly recommended viewing spot by the wall crack.
🎫Ticket:
150💰 (including admission, boat ride, and sightseeing car)
JULIA PARK
A 3-day itinerary guide for Shangrao, a hidden gem beyond Wuyuan
What kind of Shangrao have you seen? Is it the 'First Fairy Peak in the South of the Yangtze River' - Sanqing Mountain? Or the 'Unparalleled Mountain Range' - Turtle Peak? Is it Qianshan, which embraced the bold poet Xin Qiji, or Yiyang, which nurtured the revolutionary Fang Zhimin? Or perhaps, you only know Wuyuan, the 'Most Beautiful Village in China'.
In March, the rapeseed flowers are in full bloom. On the high-speed train from north to south, when passing Wuyuan, it seems that everyone on the train has disembarked. Everyone is chasing after spring, while I, am seeking tranquility at the next stop after Wuyuan.
This is my third visit to Shangrao. This time, beyond Wuyuan, I discovered a new Shangrao.
Traveling in Shangrao
Transportation in Shangrao is very convenient, with high-speed trains connecting to all parts of the country. Sanqing Mountain Airport is a short distance from the city, very convenient, although there are currently few flights.
It is recommended to rent a car for self-driving after arriving in Shangrao.
Itinerary Details
D1️⃣ Turtle Peak ➡️ Nanyan Temple ➡️ Literary Village
✅Turtle Peak (5h)
Upon arriving at Turtle Peak, I was surprised to find that this place, which once left a 3,000-word travel note by the ancestor, is now a World Geopark and a National 5A Scenic Area. It is surprisingly peaceful when the neighboring Wuyuan is crowded.
✅Nanyan Temple (2h)
In the warm and humid south of the Yangtze River, the back wall of the natural cave houses a Buddhist statue group that has been preserved for over 800 years. The natural world and Nanyan Grottoes flow through their own time and space for thousands of years.
Literary Village (overnight stay)
The Literary Village near Turtle Peak Scenic Area is a newly renovated literary-themed village. The village has writer apartments and affordable homestays.
D2️⃣ Shaxi Town ➡️ Zaotou Town
✅Shaxi Town (2h)
Walking into the old street of Shaxi. Strolling through the ancient street, you can understand the stories of the old times without exploring.
The old street is located at the junction of three counties and five prefectures. In the 'Jiangyou Travel Diary' by the traveler ancestor Xu Xiake, 'Shaxi market is very prosperous, with more than a hundred small boats on the river, and the sound of water pounding on the banks is endless...'
✅Zaotou Town Sanlian Village (4h)
A mural village, the outer walls of the houses depict fairy tales of farming and reading; the village walls depict a world of innocence. There is no big tree to shade at the entrance of the village, but there is a mural wall.
The high-speed train passing through the green land seems to indicate that this village is ready to welcome the outside world.
D3️⃣ Damao Mountain ➡️ Rainbow Fairy Tale Village
✅Damao Mountain (5h)
Surrounded by Sanqing Mountain, Longhu Mountain, Wuyuan, and Jingdezhen, Damao Mountain is a hidden forest secret realm standing side by side with Sanqing Mountain. Compared to the latter's national fame, Damao Mountain is truly hidden in the deep mountains and unknown to people.
✅Rainbow Fairy Tale Village (2h)
The fairy tale village under Damao Mountain, you can check in here and enjoy the farmhouse fun.
MADELINE MOSES
Unveiling the mysterious veil of Shangrao tourism in Jiangxi, dare you come?
Shangrao, Jiangxi has a pleasant climate from October to November, with high autumn and refreshing air, which is very suitable for travel. Here are some destinations for your reference:
1. Wuyuan County: Wuyuan is known as "the most beautiful village in China", with beautiful natural scenery and rich cultural landscapes. You can enjoy unique landscapes such as Huangling Shaiqiu and Shicheng Morning Mist, and taste local special delicacies such as chestnuts and glutinous rice balls.
2. Sanqing Mountain: Located in Yushan County, Shangrao City, it is a World Natural Heritage Site and a national 5A tourist attraction. The peculiar granite landform, ancient natural landscape and unique animal and plant resources here are breathtaking. At this time in autumn, the red leaf landscape of Sanqing Mountain is particularly beautiful.
3. Lushan: Located in Jiujiang City, it is a famous summer resort. Although the temperature of Lushan in autumn gradually decreases, it is still suitable for play. You can enjoy famous attractions such as Qin Lake, Wulao Peak, and Sandiequan, and experience the unique cultural atmosphere of Lushan.
4. Jingdezhen: As the capital of Chinese ceramics, Jingdezhen has a long history of ceramic making. You can visit ancient kilns and museums to understand the development history of Jingdezhen ceramics, and you can also try to make ceramics by yourself.
5. Yiyang Guifeng: This is a World Natural Heritage Site and a national 5A tourist attraction, with unique Danxia landform landscape. The colorful Guifeng in autumn is picturesque and is a paradise for photography enthusiasts.
In short, Shangrao has many destinations worth visiting. You can choose suitable attractions according to your own interests and actual conditions, appreciate the beautiful natural scenery, and experience rich cultural customs. Wish you a pleasant journey!
FreeWanderingWanderer
You don't know, the peak of the peak
May surrounded by deep mountains is a wonderful season. It seems that in a blink of an eye, the days will fall into the embrace of May. The sun in May is more transparent, and the days of May are warm and bright. The flowers that belong to spring are still in love with the branches, and those flowers that belong to summer are as blooming.
Welcome to the "San Qing Mei" Women's Literature Association to take me to visit Guifeng in Xiangyang County. I talked about this 5A scenic spot. I have come here once before, so I have to revisit the place and have a taste in my heart. When you walk into the Guiyang Guiyang, you will be greeted by the welcoming nature of the turtles, the road hump, and the Jinzhong Peak. Guifeng, also known as Guifeng, is a typical Danxia landform. Because the mountain there is very like a turtle, people call it the turtle peak. The
Guifeng Scenic Area is located in the southwestern part of the urban area of Shuyang County, Jiangxi Province, next to the 320 National Highway, the 311 Expressway and the Zhejiang-Jiangxi Railway. It is 10 kilometers away from the Shuyang County, with a total area of 136 square kilometers. It is part of the World Geopark Longhushan-Jiangfeng Geopark and the world natural heritage China Danxia. It is a national-level scenic spot, a national AAAAA-level tourist scenic spot, a national forest park, and a national patriotic education demonstration base.
Buddhist development of Guifeng, began in Liang Dynasty, Cao Zen master built a temple in Guifeng, and the Tang Dynasty Maoshu Zen Master built Lingsheng Temple. Since the Tang Dynasty, the incense was flourishing, and the Song Dynasty Guifeng Temple has become one of the famous temples in the south of the Yangtze River. In the Ming Dynasty, the temple was expanded and the Qing Dynasty continued to flourish. Due to the development of Buddhism, the famous scenic spots of Guifeng are also known to the world. Many famous ministers and poets have been attracted. The tourist peaks have increased from generation to generation, and the popularity of Guifeng has increased. The celebrities of the Tang, Song, Ming and Qing dynasties left a lot of poems, and the inscriptions were also increased, forming a cliff carving corridor.
Art_Studio.
The aerial photography of Xiangyang is because it has no mountains and no turtles, no stones and no turtles, and the whole mountain is named like a huge giant turtle. The weather is bad today, and many turtles are curling up in the clouds. Kameido belongs to the 5A level scenic spot and has the title of World Natural Heritage and World Geopark.
The Ming Dynasty geographer Xu Xiake visited the peak of the turtle and issued a sigh of "the wonder of the tortoise and the peak of the geese."
is another big business card of Shangrao following Sanqingshan and Wuyuan.