Huangshan Secret Realm Tiandu Peak Guide for Beginners
by sullivanashford75
Oct 20, 2025
๐ DAY 1 Ink-Wash Painting Style Hongcun Tour
๐ Stroll through the World Heritage Site Hongcun
๐ Jingde Hall: A check-in spot with carved beams and painted rafters of Huizhou-style residences
๐ Moon Pond: Picturesque reflections in the water, a must-visit for photography enthusiasts
โ๏ธ Wang Clan Ancestral Hall: Experience the ancestral hall architecture of Huizhou merchants' culture
๐ฏ Zhang Mansion: A Qing-style mansion that takes you through time
๐ Mukeng Bamboo Sea: Filming location of "Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon," the lush green bamboo sea is enchanting
๐๏ธ DAY 2 Stunning Huangshan One-Day Tour
๐ Yungu Cableway Up: Cable car crossing the sea of clouds, incredibly breathtaking
๐ฒ Shixin Peak: "Without reaching Shixin Peak, you haven't seen Huangshan pine"
๐ช Black Tiger Pine: One of Huangshan's top ten famous pines
๐จ Dream Pen Blossoms: A marvelous combination of strange pines and rocks
โ๏ธ Bright Summit: 360ยฐ panoramic cloud sea viewing platform
๐ Aoyu Peak: Unique landform resembling a giant turtle
๐ฒ Welcoming Pine: A must-check-in iconic Huangshan landmark
๐ Yuping Cableway Down: Easy return trip without tiring your legs
๐ก DAY 3 Huizhou Ancient Town Tour
๐ Xixinan: A real-life version of the Emerald City, a hidden gem off the beaten path
๐ฏ Huizhou Ancient City: One of China's four great ancient cities
๐ Xuguo Stone Archway: Exquisitely crafted Ming Dynasty archway
๐๏ธ Huizhou Prefecture Office: Well-preserved ancient official building
๐ต Doushan Street: Taste Huizhou snacks and buy souvenirs
๐ Tunxi Old Street: The living fossil of "Along the River During the Qingming Festival"
๐จ Accommodation Recommendation: Hanting Hotel (Tunxi Old Street Branch), convenient transportation
๐ซ DAY 4 Artistic Liyang in the Alley
๐จ Unique cultural and creative street area, a popular photo spot for influencers
โ Recommended check-ins: Artistic cafes, handicraft shops
๐ Top 5 Must-Do:
1๏ธโฃ Huangshan Scenic Area: Once youโve seen the Five Great Mountains, no other mountains compare
2๏ธโฃ Hongcun Scenic Area: A village straight out of a Chinese painting
3๏ธโฃ Mukeng Bamboo Sea: A natural oxygen bar full of lush greenery
4๏ธโฃ Huizhou Ancient City: A millennium-old living fossil of Huizhou culture
5๏ธโฃ Xixinan Ancient Village: A hidden gem with few people and beautiful scenery
โ ๏ธ Warm Tips:
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Huangshan weather is changeable; bring rain gear and warm clothing
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Hiking is physically demanding; prepare sports shoes and snacks
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Itโs recommended to visit ancient villages like Hongcun early in the morning to avoid crowds
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Tunxi Old Street food recommendations: Mao tofu, stinky mandarin fish, Huizhou crispy cake
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