Shitai: Travel Guide is Here
by Ava MacLeod90
May 5, 2025
| Encounter the green mountains and clear waters from Li Bai's poems. 📍Must-Visit Attractions  
1. Jiuhua Mountain ⛰️ Sacred Buddhist Site & Sea of Clouds  
 - Highlights: Tiantai Peak sunrise, Roushen Treasure Hall, Cable car to Baisui Palace  
 - Tips: Book accommodation in advance during peak season, wear comfortable hiking shoes  
2. Guniujiang 🌿 Primeval Forest & Natural Oxygen Bar  
 - Highlights: Emerald waters of Longmen Pond, Sidie Waterfall  
 - Tips: Perfect summer retreat, bring non-slip water shoes  
3. Xianyu Mountain ☁️ Colorful Jade Valley & Ancient Huizhou Trail  
 - Activities: Hike through selenium-rich villages, taste high-mountain selenium tea  
4. QiuPu River 🎣 #LiBai'sPoeticRiver #NightFishingTour  
 - Experiences: Shitai drifting, riverside farmhouse dining  
5. Xinghua Village 🌸 Pastoral Poetry & "The Shepherd Boy Points Afar"  
 - Highlights: Admire apricot blossoms in spring, visit Huanggong Winery  
 🍜 Food Recommendations  
- Jiuhua Vegetarian Cuisine – Buddhist flavors  
- Shitai Yipin Pot – Mountain delicacies feast  
- QiuPu Small River Fish – A must-try for freshness  
- Guichi Small Buns – Breakfast staple  
 🚗 Transportation Guide  
- High-speed rail to "Chizhou Station", transfer to buses for Jiuhua Mountain/Shitai  
- Self-driving offers flexibility; drive carefully on mountain roads  
 📅 Best Seasons  
- Spring & Autumn (Mar-Apr for apricot blossoms, Sep-Nov for fall foliage)  
- Summer for cool retreats, Winter for Jiuhua's unique snowscapes  
 💡 Travel Tips  
1. Respect religious etiquette at Jiuhua Mountain’s busy temples  
2. Pack windproof jackets for mountain temperature swings  
3. Off-the-beaten-path spots (e.g., Shengjin Lake birdwatching) suit in-depth exploration
Post by IneffableMelliflu | Jun 20, 2025














