Qinglong Mountain - Ciyun Temple is a must-visit autumn destination around Zhengzhou.

Every year, when the mountains are covered with red leaves, we visit Qinglong Mountain. Although the mountain is not high, the winding road allows you to enjoy the autumn scenery. The mountain is not far away, just over an hour's drive, and self-driving is the best choice.
1. Parking at the entrance of the scenic area is free, and you can drive in. The slope is a bit steep. A few years ago, the ticket was 30, now it is 50, and there are also sightseeing buses. There are very few people on non-holidays, so you can have a deep experience. You can drive all the way to the parking lot at the entrance of Ciyun Temple. Ciyun Temple - Xiaotianmen - Zulin - Qinglongtan, according to this route, the whole tour takes about 2 hours.
2. Ciyun Temple was open the first year we went, but it was closed the next few times. This may require luck. The Zulin next to it has a long history, but most of the buildings are newly built, but the architectural style is unique. In spring, there are lush locust flowers nearby that can be picked. In summer, you can park your car near Qinglongtan and play in the water. The food at the nearby farmhouses is also good.
3. It is worth mentioning that the stone tablets of Ciyun Temple have very high artistic value and are very precious historical materials. There is a Ming stele with the inscription "Qinglong Mountain Ciyun Temple Fifty-three Peaks Presenting the Realm Map", surrounded by peaks and valleys, with Moteng and Zhu Falan standing on the top of Qinglong Peak, like a fairyland.

Post by TravelBeyondBorders*999 | Nov 22, 2024