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No Trace Mountains·Gusu Wangqi｜Picking up trash, sustainable outdoor travel

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Day 1 Shanghai → Suzhou → Wangshan - Qizishan - Shangfangshan → Shanghai

10:15

Meet and sign in at the designated location of China-TravelNote.

We set off on time at 10:30. On the way, the team members introduced themselves to each other and helped the new members integrate as quickly as possible. The staff played interactive games and there was laughter and joy along the way.

12:00

Arriving at the foot of Upper Qingming Mountain, everyone packed up and disembarked. The team leader led a warm-up exercise before setting off along the trail. We journeyed through dense bamboo forests, along winding mountain paths, and through deep, secluded valleys. We passed Dapaodun and Wushanling before arriving at Qianyuan Temple on Qizi Mountain.

Qizi Mountain is located in the southwest suburbs of Suzhou City. It is named after the seven high mounds on the mountain. It is a relic of the Spring and Autumn Period and the Warring States Period. It is commonly known as Qipao Mound and Qizi Mound. According to legend, it is here that the ancients buried their seven sons.

Qianyuan Temple is solemn and majestic. Standing in the temple, you will feel the leisurely Zen atmosphere. Looking out from afar, you can see the vast mountains and rivers and the green forests all around.

Then along the way you will pass by Zhangqiao Forest Farm, Huamei Spring, Jiulong Playing in the Water and other scenic spots.

Enter Wangshan. From Baohua Temple, we ascend back to the ridgeline, passing Phoenix Mountain, Yada Ridge, Longwang Pond, and Yaofeng Mountain, before finally returning to the heart of Wangshan Scenic Area. Here, there's a wide selection of farmhouse dishes, offering a hearty meal for those who descended earlier. This moderately difficult route, interspersed with forest roads and fire roads, passes through the villages of Wangshan and Zhangjiaqiao, offering a stunning view overlooking Wangshan Village. Ascending to the observation deck, we gaze upon the lush greenery and boundless scenery, a breathtaking sight.

4:30 PM

Everyone boarded the bus and prepared to return to Shanghai.

5:30 PM

Returning to the starting point in Shanghai, everyone was reluctant to leave and kissed goodbye with tears in their eyes, looking forward to reuniting at the next event.

Driving time: 1.5-2 hours

Hiking: The whole journey is about 8km, with an ascent of about 300m (the non-tracking version of Wangqi is not the fast version)

Note: The "Leakless" version of Gusu Wangqi is not the "Fast" route, so the route is different.
Equipment recommendations: This is a clean-up activity, so we encourage everyone to leave no trace.
Try not to bring self-heating pots or self-heating rice up the mountain (this can easily generate wet garbage and is difficult to handle). Try
to bring your own water cup up the mountain, and don't buy bottled water (to reduce plastic production).
We provide disposable gloves for mountain cleaning, but since they are inconvenient to wash and difficult to recycle, we encourage everyone to bring their own gloves, which are easier to reuse.
The total distance is approximately 8km, with an elevation gain of approximately 300m. (The "Leakless" version of Wangqi is not the "Fast" version of Wangqi, so the above itinerary is for reference only.)

1. Will the activity be held? How many people will be involved?

Most activities on the surrounding outdoor leisure routes require 12 or more people to pay to proceed, while some activities are subject to the instructions on the page.

2. Will the trip continue if it rains? How will the trip be arranged if it rains?

In case of light to moderate rain, the activities will proceed as normal. In case of heavy rain, the activities cannot be carried out and a full refund will be given.

3. Can I participate if I exceed the age limit?

Those who are outside the age range but are physically fit can participate and may register first.

4. Are there any vacancies?

You can register directly and the pass status will be displayed. If there is a substitute, please wait patiently.

You will receive it one day before your trip. Once payment is successful, you can report at the gathering time and place according to the page.

Qizi Mountain, formerly known as Hengshan, is located in the southwestern suburbs of Suzhou City and is named after the seven high mounds on the mountain. The mountain slopes northeast, with its peak reaching 294.8 meters above sea level. Composed of quartz sandstone, it runs roughly northeast, stretching approximately 6.5 kilometers long and 4.5 kilometers wide, covering an area of ​​approximately 25 square kilometers. The mountain boasts lush vegetation, dense bamboo forests, and vibrant trees, creating picturesque scenery year-round. The rich landscape and natural green resources truly embody the idyllic dreamscape of "Wuzhong's ecological greenery, Wangshan's poetic dreamland." It is a rare paradise.

Qianyuan Temple stands majestically atop Qizi Mountain, the main peak of Suzhou's Hengshan Mountains. Built as a tomb for Qian Wenfeng, it lies within the Jiulongwu of Qizi Mountain, named after the nine mountain branches within the valley. According to records from that period by Li Genyuan, Qianyuan Temple boasts "magnificent halls, and during the incense season in July, it attracts huge crowds, making it a prestigious temple today." Originally built during the Zhiping reign of the Song Dynasty, Qianyuan Temple boasts a history spanning over a thousand years. It has always been a popular temple, home to numerous eminent monks, and boasts a rich and rich history. The temple's ginkgo trees are millennia old.

【Huamei Spring】According to legend, this was the place where Xi Shi, a girl from Yue, often visited during her ten years in the State of Wu during the Spring and Autumn Period.

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