Chongzhou Qingcheng Mountain | A Hidden Journey of Taoist Harmony with Nature

🌿 Chongzhou Qingcheng Mountain | A Hidden Journey of Taoist Harmony with Nature (2 Days 1 Night Complete Guide)
"Qingcheng is the most secluded under heaven" is truly well-deserved! As the most worthwhile utopia near Chengdu, this place is not only the birthplace of Taoism but also the prototype of Po's "hometown" in Kung Fu Panda. Follow this guide to unlock the most authentic Qingcheng Mountain experience~

🚗 Transportation Guide

Self-driving: 1.5 hours from Chengdu (recommended via Chengdu-Guanxian Expressway)
High-speed rail: Xipu Station → Qingcheng Mountain Station (about 30 minutes, ticket price 10 RMB)
Direct shuttle: Direct buses from Chengdu Kuanzhai Alley/Chunxi Road

🌟 Must-Visit Attractions

Front Mountain Scenic Area (Entrance fee 80 RMB)
Core area of Taoist culture, recommended to take the cable car (one way 35 RMB) to Shangqing Palace
Must-see: Tianshi Cave, Laojun Pavilion (excellent panoramic viewpoint)
📸 Photo spot: Yuecheng Lake boardwalk (like a fairyland in the morning mist)

Back Mountain Scenic Area (Entrance fee 20 RMB)
A paradise for hiking enthusiasts! Recommended route: Taian Ancient Town → Wulong Valley → Longyin Gorge boardwalk
🌊 Hidden activity: In summer, enjoy playing in the mountain streams (remember to bring sandals)

Qingcheng Mountain Tao Hot Springs
Recommended: "Qingcheng Howard Johnson Hotel" hot springs (about 150 RMB per person), soaking in the forest is super healing

🏡 Accommodation Recommendations

High-end choice: Six Senses Hotel (world-class wellness hotel)
Cost-effective choice: Qingcheng Xinyue Hot Spring Resort Hotel (about 300+ RMB per person including private hot spring)
Unique homestay: "Zuwang Forest" (Zen-inspired design, book at least 1 month in advance)

🍜 Food Map

Zhang Laozao: Century-old shop, brown sugar fermented rice wine + glutinous rice cake is a perfect match (cash only!)
Luo Chicken: Taoist secret recipe white fruit stewed chicken, a must-try in Qingcheng Mountain
Qingcheng Pickles: Radish pickled in mountain spring water, crispy and appetizing
📌 Tips: Taian Ancient Town’s cured meat and Dongtian fermented rice wine make excellent souvenirs

📅 Classic 2-Day Tour Itinerary
Day 1: Front Mountain Cultural Experience
Morning: Cable car up → Shangqing Palace → Laojun Pavilion
Afternoon: Hike down (passing Chaoyang Cave, Tianshi Cave)
Evening: Relax at Tao Hot Springs / Night tour of Jianfu Palace
Day 2: Back Mountain Nature Adventure
All day: Taian Ancient Town → Wulong Valley → Baiyun Temple (bring enough food and water)
Evening: Taste Zhang Laozao before heading back

💡 Practical Tips

Best season: April to October (bring mosquito repellent for summer)
Wear non-slip shoes! Many mossy stone steps
Observe etiquette at Taoist sites: don’t step on thresholds, don’t point at statues
Bring rain gear on rainy days (5 RMB each at the foot of the mountain), more convenient than umbrellas

✨ Travel Reflection
At Qingcheng Mountain, time seems to slow down. The morning bell of the Taoist temple, the afternoon tea in the teahouse, the mist rising from the hot springs at night… this leisurely "Taoist harmony with nature" is the ultimate healing remedy urban dwellers should cherish.