What should I choose when taking children to Shennongjia for skiing?
by Olivia.Simmons@47
Feb 10, 2024
If you haven't added Shennongjia to your travel bucket list yet, I'll be heartbroken! This mysterious natural oxygen bar at northern latitude has it all - sea of clouds, adorable animals, and canyon glass bridges. Missing out would be a huge loss!
📍Location: Shennongjia Forestry District, Hubei Province - a hidden paradise nestled in the mountains.
🚗Transportation:
✈️Fly to Yichang Sanxia Airport first, then take a direct bus to Muyu Town in Shennongjia; or take high-speed rail to Yichang East Station and transfer to a scenic area shuttle, reaching the core scenic spots in 2-3 hours.
🚗For self-drivers, navigate directly to "Shennongjia Forestry District". The mountain roads are winding but offer breathtaking views - experienced drivers will love it! Inside the scenic area, chartering a car or self-driving is recommended as attractions are far apart.
👍Must-visit spots:
1. Shennong Peak: The "No.1 Peak in Central China" at 3,106m altitude, where sea of clouds, meadows, and golden snub-nosed monkeys create magical moments! Arrive at Shennong Valley before 8am for the best cloud views; bring a windproof jacket - drone shots here are legendary!
2. Dajiuhu Wetland: A real-life ink painting with morning mist! Best time is 6-7:30am. The reflection in Lake 5 is breathtaking, while Lake 4 offers perfect silhouettes. Spot wild ducks and sika deer for atmospheric photos. Stay in Pingqian Ancient Town for easy access.
3. Tianyan Scenic Area Rainbow Bridge: A glass bridge between canyons with viral photo potential! Autumn brings red leaves, spring/summer lush greenery, and misty days look straight out of a fantasy drama - drone enthusiasts must visit.
4. Guanmen Mountain Panda Center: Experience the joy of chubby pandas! Watching them munch bamboo is therapeutic. The Golden Monkey Rescue Center offers close encounters - animal lovers will adore this!
5. Tiansheng Bridge: A landscape painting of waterfalls and stone bridges! Wear Hanfu for stunning traditional-style photos. The cool riverside plank path is perfect for hiking - don't forget to try mountain spring-chilled watermelon!
🎟️Tickets:
Shennongjia offers a combo ticket (135 RMB/person, valid for 5 days) covering 6 major spots including Shennong Peak and Dajiuhu. Tianyan Scenic Area charges separately (50 RMB). Guanmen Mountain and Tiansheng Bridge are included in the combo ticket - great value! Buy tickets online in advance to skip queues.
💗Tips:
1. Large temperature variations - bring light jackets even in summer, plus rain gear as mountain weather changes fast.
2. For Dajiuhu's morning mist, stay in Pingqian Ancient Town with its many B&Bs and dining options.
3. Pandas are most active in the morning - go early for the best photos (no touching though)!
4. The forest area has many insects - bring mosquito repellent and anti-itch cream to stay comfortable.
Don't hesitate! This fairy tale adventure will definitely earn you center stage in your social media feed - just go for it!
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