Golden Summit Route (Jinding):

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Mount Emei (峨眉山)

Duration: 1–3 days
Distance: Up to 60 km depending on the route
Elevation: Up to 3,099 m

Routes:
Golden Summit Route (Jinding):
Start at Baoguo Temple, pass through Wannian Temple, Qingyin Pavilion, and Leidongping before reaching the summit.
Challenging ascent with 5,000+ stone steps, takes about 2–3 days if walking entire route.
Cable Car Option:
Take a bus to Leidongping and a cable car to Jinding for a shorter experience (~1 hour walk).
Highlights:
UNESCO World Heritage Site
Buddhist temples, monkeys, and misty forests
Sunrise over the sea of clouds from Golden Summit
Best Time to Visit:
March to November#chengdu

Post by Aom＿92 | May 23, 2025