Lianyungang Huaguo Mountain Scenic Area

【Must-Visit Attraction·Mystical Fairyland】
1. Summit the Jade Maiden Peak for Breathtaking Views
As Jiangsu's highest peak (624.4m), Jade Maiden Peak offers sunrise over the Yellow Sea on clear days and the spectacular "Sea of Clouds" phenomenon after rain. Watch playful wild macaques at the summit (caution when feeding - they may snatch food).

2. Explore Water Curtain Cave - The Monkey King's Legendary Home
This cave inspired "Journey to the West" features a waterfall entrance, Nuwa's Stone relic, and ancient carvings. Daily 10:00-15:00 features immersive "Monster Patrol" performances where visitors can join "Capture Tang Monk" reenactments.

3. Discover 72 Caves' Geological Wonders
Navigate through natural karst caves including the awe-inspiring Monkey King statue in Ten Thousand Buddha Cave, and the eerie light effects in Sea-Sky Cave and Twin Immortals Cave - a spelunker's paradise.

💰 Budget Tips:
- Tickets: ¥90(peak)/¥50(off-peak), 50% student discount. Free for those born in Year of Pig/Monkey (ID required).
- Hidden perks:
✅ Free ticket for "Black Myth: Wukong" game completion
✅ Free "Journey to the West" manuscript stories at Wu Cheng'en Memorial

🚌 Transportation:
- From downtown: Take bus B11 from Lianyungang Station (40min) or Tourist Bus 6 from East Station.
- Within park: Recommended shuttle to Water Curtain Cave (¥25 one-way), walk downhill via Nine Dragons Bridge's ginkgo trees and Ink Fragrance Path.

📅 Perfect 1-Day Itinerary:
Main Gate → Monkey Garden → Water Curtain Cave (show) → Sanyuan Temple (ancient ginkgo) → 72 Caves → Sunset at Jade Maiden Peak → Mountain-view homestay

🌟 Unique Experiences:
- Stay at Muye Homestay (3min walk to park) with panoramic views
- Try local specialties: Huaguo Mountain wind-dried goose and shrimp cakes paired with hawthorn wine
- Collect themed stamps ("Monkey King's Birth"/"Water Curtain Cave") at visitor center

Pro Tip: Check "Sea of Clouds" weather forecasts - best viewing occurs after rain. Avoid weekends for quieter exploration. As Wu Cheng'en discovered when writing his epic here: "Only by witnessing Huaguo's sea of clouds from Jade Maiden Peak can one understand the birth of legends."