Yaji Mountain｜Climb to the Top and Take in the Double Peaks

Looking for a mountain that's easy to climb with stunning views? Nanjing's Yaji Mountain is a must-visit! Two peaks rise like a maid's hair bun in the clouds. From the summit, you can see both lakes and fields at the same time. Walking around feels like rolling through a natural painting～

🌟Must-See Highlights

▫️ "Double Bun View": The best spot is the "Double Ya Pavilion" at the summit! Standing inside the pavilion, look left—Shijiu Lake looks like a sapphire laid on the plain, with fishing boats like white dots; look right—layers of terraced fields wrap around the mountain hollow, green in spring and golden in autumn. The wind passes between the two peaks, carrying the fresh scent of grass and trees, refreshing your spirit🌬️
▫️ "Stone Steps Adventure": The trail up the mountain is hidden in the woods, with bluestone slabs polished shiny by footsteps. Along the way, there are small scenic spots like the "Back Support Stone" and "Scripture Drying Platform." In summer, walking under the shade, light spots flicker through the leaves; in autumn, red maple leaves fall beside the steps, crunching underfoot like a conversation with the mountain🍁
▫️ "Wetlands at the Foot": Don’t rush down! At the foot of the mountain, "Yaji Lake" is super soothing. Reeds sway by the shore, water birds skim the surface. Find a rock to sit on, watch the sunlight turn the lake into scattered gold, and see the distant peaks reflected in the water, their shadows shaped like the double buns💧

🚶♂️Hiking Route

Enter from the South Gate → follow the "Green Bamboo Path" up the mountain (the first half is gentle, good for warming up) → rest at the "Mid-Mountain Pavilion" (enjoy panoramic views of the terraces) → sprint to the summit Double Ya Pavilion (overlooking the lake and fields) → descend via "Red Leaf Valley" (more beautiful scenery, a bit steep but easy) → stroll around Yaji Lake at the foot

💡Practical Tips

▪️Best time: April-May (fresh greenery, not hot), October-November (clear autumn air, great for distant views)
▪️Tickets: 40 RMB/person, free for 60+; parking 10 RMB/day
▪️Transport: Recommended to drive (1.5 hours from Nanjing city center) or take the direct shuttle bus (one daily from Fuzimiao)
▪️Gear: Wear non-slip shoes (some stone steps are mossy), bring a bottle of water (no shops at the top), pack a light jacket (windy at the summit)
▪️Hidden Experience: Climb early morning to see mist swirling around the mountain, with the double peaks faintly visible in the fog; find a flat rock, bask in the sun at noon, and enjoy your own packed lunch—super relaxing

The charm of Yaji Mountain lies in its "effortless beauty"—no need to push your limits to stand at the top and admire the lake and mountain scenery. Even the wind says, "Take it slow." Climb here once, and you'll understand what it means when they say "the mountain isn’t high, but it holds the whole autumn"⛰️

Post by Ivy Reed 345 | Oct 1, 2025