Laojun Mountain's Astonishing Secret

Practical Travel Guide to Laojun Mountain:

1. Avoid holidays, cable car lines get very long (1-hour wait during Women's Day)
2. Cable car fees: Round-trip on second cable car 80 yuan/person, one-way 45/40 yuan
3. Must-see attractions: Ten-Mile Painting Screen, Golden Summit Light Show (recommended after dark)
4. Mountain climbing tips:
- Golden Summit elevator one-way 40 yuan
- Using both cable car + elevator is the easiest option
5. Clothing recommendations:
- No down jacket needed at around 0°C (except on snowy days)
- Gloves are essential
6. Route tips:
- Follow the green recommended route in the scenic area
- Ten-Mile Painting Screen is a must-see, don't take shortcuts
7. Time reference:
- 11:30 arrival at cable car → 2:00pm arrival at South Heaven Gate
- Take the slide down (20 yuan)
8. Other tips:
- Clear days are best for visiting
- Travel light, just bring water
- Check for Henan cultural tourism ticket subsidies

Note: The scenic area guide map is very useful, take a photo to keep for reference.

Post by IrisRhenium | Apr 28, 2025