Things to do in Dongzhi

My arrival at Baishiling was purely accidental. The early winter sun was warm. Walking up the stone path, I felt the weight of time, a familiar sight. Looking up, everything was vibrant and colorful. The village was small, with streams flowing through the valley, guesthouses scattered about, time standing still, tranquil and timeless.

When visiting Chizhou, the first stop is the Guniujiang Scenic Area. It's lush and green everywhere you look. We happened to be there on a rainy day, so the air was fresh, the birds were singing, the flowers were blooming, and the negative oxygen ion content was extremely high. It was so comfortable!

My second visit to West Lake was great; the boat tour was excellent. The dock was easy to find, the staff were very friendly, provided clear explanations, and helped with any issues. There were also sightseeing buses, which were nice but a bit pricey. Taking the boat tour and then walking around was both perfectly fine.

In summer, Shengjin Lake is a gilded painting of water and sky. When the morning mist has not yet dispersed, the vast blue waves have broken into sparkling gold foil, and egrets fly over the reeds, startling a string of water droplets. When the fishermen collect their nets, silver scales flutter like stars falling into the lake, and even the hot wind passing over the lake becomes refreshing. When the sunset turns the entire water area into honey color, you will understand the most appropriate annotation of the word "Shengjin".

Arrive early to get a vehicle pass at the visitor center and drive up the mountain yourself. Later, you'll have to take the scenic area bus for 50 yuan per person. The scenery is beautiful and the air is very fresh. A hidden gem in southern Anhui for health and wellness: A selenium-rich village, Seven-Colored Jade Valley, Shenlong Valley, the Jugen Pass Ancient Huizhou Road, and a cloud sea viewing platform all in one place – a place for "lung cleansing, slow living, and avoiding crowds." A 2-day, 1-night itinerary is ideal – visit Seven-Colored Jade Valley/Shenlong Valley in the afternoon, stay overnight in Dashan Village, and wake up early the next morning to see the sea of ​​clouds, then hike a section of the Ancient Huizhou Road – not tiring.

Visited on 12/09/2026. Review: Very beautiful!! It is a big attraction with a lot of different scenes to view and explore. It was a bit crowded though. Depending which hiking path you bought, you line up and wait to be transported to that exact spot through the Tangkou bus station. The bus is one way and it costs 19 RMB, not included in the scenic park's entrance ticket. Furthermore, you have to take the cablecar to go up the mountain and enjoy the hiking paths. The bus for the path I chose went directly to the Yuping cablecar where a one way ride costs 90 RMB. Then I descended from the Yungu cablecar, one way ride 80 RMB, and took the bus to Tangkou bus station, 19 RMB. The bus makes other stops through the city as well. Transport: I went there from my hotel near Huangshanbei via a shared car arranged by the hotel owner, 30 RMB. Then for my return I took the bus from Tangkou station to Huangshanbei for the price of 30 RMB.

Overall, Wangxian Valley is a great place to visit. The shops on both sides of the mountain have a lively, bustling atmosphere, and the lighting ceremony is beautiful and impressive. The guesthouses on the mountain are also very charming at night. Finally, the waterfall boardwalk is unforgettable, especially the cliffside boardwalk with its stunning views.

The weather wasn't great, but it didn't affect the strolling around and taking photos. Booking tickets online was also very simple. Parking was convenient at the foot of the scenic area. However, it was extremely crowded. Especially after 9 am, the whole mountain and alleys were filled with tour guides' loudspeakers and dense crowds. The cable car opens at 8 am. Actually, if it opened an hour earlier, at 7 am, and the tour groups started going up the mountain half an hour later, at 9:30 am, allowing 2.5 hours for independent travelers and those who could arrive early would have been more considerate. Overall, it was just average.

One of the three famous towers south of the Yangtze River, this Wuhan landmark truly lives up to its name. The tower is magnificent and imposing; from its summit, one can enjoy panoramic views of the Yangtze River Bridge and the three towns of Wuhan. The park is rich in inscriptions and murals, imbued with the poetic beauty of Cui Hao's poems. By day, it exudes ancient charm; by night, it is dazzling with lights. The park's pathways are gentle, and the amenities are thoughtful. A must-see when visiting Wuhan, it's an unforgettable experience.

At the summit, there's just a rock and a flat area, nothing special. On the other side, there's a temple to the God of Wealth with 1399 steps. You need to be very sincere to reach the top. Below are various Buddhist halls and temples, as well as some stone carvings of Buddha statues. The scenery is pleasant, with mountains, water, and forests.