Henan's severely underestimated treasure travel destination
by William McGregor16
Jul 9, 2024
Baodu Ancient Village: A Thousand-Year-Old Cliffside Village🏔️ Beacon Tower on the Mountain Peak Overlooking the Sea of Clouds!
🏞️ Must-Visit Reason
Cliffside Ancient Village! The Most Dangerous Spot in Central China!
📍Address: Baodu Village Scenic Area, Luanchuan County, Luoyang City, Henan Province
🚌 Transportation Tips: It is recommended to drive or charter a car, as the mountain roads are steep; drive safely. There is also a tourist shuttle from the county town.
🎫 Ticket Price: 60 RMB/person
🗺️ Route Planning
1️⃣ Village Gate Entrance ➡️ Ancient Village Street
The bluestone path winds upward, with well-preserved Ming and Qing dynasty old houses on both sides. Every snapshot looks like an ancient-style masterpiece!
📸 Tips: Best photos in the early morning mist, feel like a martial arts hero~
2️⃣ Cliffside Viewing Platform ➡️ Beacon Tower
A glass skywalk at 1600 meters elevation, with a sheer abyss beneath your feet! Climb to the top of the beacon tower for a 360-degree view of the Funiu Mountains sea of clouds.
⚠️ Note: The skywalk may sway slightly in strong winds; not recommended for those afraid of heights.
3️⃣ Ancient Military Camp Ruins
Ming dynasty garrison remains, with weathered city walls and a giant catapult, offering an immersive experience of the cold weapon era battlefield atmosphere.
📸 Popular Photo Spots
1. Cliff Swing: A trendy swing built on the edge of a thousand-meter cliff, the moment you swing out your heart races!
2. Sea of Clouds Teahouse: A tea room built in the crevices of rocks, sipping wild chrysanthemum tea while watching the clouds roll by.
🍜 Food Recommendations
Cornelian Cherry Stewed Native Chicken: Made with the local specialty cornelian cherry fruit.
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