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Kunyu Mountain National Forest Park is located in Muping District, Yantai City, Shandong Province, on the eastern end of the Jiaodong Peninsula, covering an area of 48 square kilometers. Its main peak, Taibo Peak, is 923 meters above sea level, making it the highest peak on the Jiaodong Peninsula. Within a radius of hundreds of miles, there are endless peaks, deep forests and secluded valleys, towering ancient trees, many clear springs and waterfalls, and cultural relics and historical sites.
Kunyu Mountain covers an area of hundreds of miles, with rolling peaks, deep forests and secluded valleys, towering ancient trees, many clear springs and waterfalls, and cultural relics scattered throughout. It is the birthplace of the Quanzhen School of Taoism in China and a natural ecological museum. It is known as the "ancestor of the fairy mountains on the sea."
The beauty of the area is evident in all seasons, especially in summer, when the temperature in the oxygen bar area is about 6 degrees lower than in other places, earning it the nickname "natural air conditioning."
Special attractions: Jiulongchi (100-meter waterfall); Taiboding (primeval forest, natural oxygen bar, Water Curtain Cave); Yanxia Cave (where Qiu Chuji and other seven Taoist masters of the Jin Dynasty practiced cultivation, and is the birthplace of Quanzhen Taoism); Magu Temple (where Magu from Jianchang practiced cultivation); Wuran Temple (where the 10,000-meter Grand Canyon, with its riverbed, pebbles, and pools as smooth as jade, and verdant peaks and ridges, shaded by forests, is known as the "Jiuzhaigou Valley" of the north).
Combined ticket: 110 yuan (including Taibo Peak Scenic Area: 30 yuan, Jiulongchi Scenic Area: 30 yuan, Wuran Temple Scenic Area: 30 yuan, Yanxia Scenic Area: 10 yuan, and Yuegu Temple Scenic Area: 10 yuan)
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Kunyu Mountain is known for its Taoist heritage, ancient temples, and natural beauty, historically attracting pilgrims and scholars.
Located in Yantai, Shandong. Accessible via Yantai city buses or taxis; hiking trails are best explored on foot.
Open 7:00–18:00. Spring and autumn offer pleasant weather and clear views.
Entrance fee ~¥60–80; tickets available onsite or via official websites and travel apps.
Booking is optional; during holidays or weekends, 1–2 weeks in advance is recommended.
Half to a full day for main trails and temples; longer for summit hikes.
Limited guided tours in Chinese; audio guides may be available at main sites.
Start at the main entrance, visit temples, follow the trail to waterfalls, and hike to the summit for panoramic views.
No major night tours; some temples may have evening ceremonies.
Weekdays and early mornings are least crowded; weekends and holidays are busiest.
Basic facilities include toilets, rest areas, teahouses, and small souvenir shops.
Some trails are steep; lower paths and temples are more accessible for elderly or children.
Mobile payments widely accepted; small vendors may prefer cash.
Mountain teahouses, small local restaurants, and snack stalls near the entrance.
Vegetarian options common near temples; vegan and halal options limited but available in nearby towns.
Guesthouses and mid-range hotels in Yantai city; limited lodges near the mountain entrance.
Yes; local crafts, Taoist charms, tea, and stone carvings.
Taxis, local buses, or private car rentals to nearby Yantai attractions or city center.
