Qiyun Mountain, a hidden fairy mountain near Huangshan in Anhui, is stunningly beautiful

! This summer vacation, don’t just focus on Huangshan when you come to Anhui🧐
This seriously underrated Taoist fairy mountain—Qiyun Mountain
is the true treasure of southern Anhui! Fewer people, beautiful scenery, and perfect for photos✨

🌈 Full of fairy aura💯
One of China’s Four Great Taoist Mountains, top-tier
Over 200 days a year shrouded in clouds and mist☁️
Danxia landform × ancient Huizhou architecture = divine combo!
Super off the beaten path, every shot looks like a masterpiece📸

🚶‍♂️【4-Hour Essential Route】
Wangxian Tower → Taoyuanfang → Dongtian Fudi → Shouzi Rock (must snap the huge longevity character)
→ First Heaven Gate → True Immortal Cave → Second Heaven Gate → Third Heaven Gate
→ Yuehua Tianjie (mysterious cliffside ancient village!)
→ Taisu Palace → Xiaohutian → Yuxu Palace → Fanglazhai → Highest Peak
Every stop is a breathtaking photo spot❗️

💫【Daytime Must-Do】
🌄 Danxia Corridor: a natural wonder carved over millennia
⛩️ Yuxu Palace: Taoist holy site with panoramic mountain views
🧗‍♀️ Xiake Ancient Trail: a paradise for hiking lovers
🏡 Yuehua Tianjie: cliffside ancient Taoist village (rich in Taoist culture)

🌌【Top Night Activities】
✨ Fish Lantern Parade: stunning multicolored lights
🎇 Intangible Cultural Heritage Iron Flower Show: a millennium-old dazzling skill
🛶 Dragon Boat Performance + Charcoal Flower Dance: traditional culture forever
Summer exclusive 👉 Drone show + Lobster Beer Festival (full of atmosphere!)

🏨【Accommodation Recommendations】
Yuehua Resort Hotel (great value choice)
✅ Mountain view rooms with windows opening to a cloud fairyland
✅ 5-minute walk to the cable car, super convenient
✅ Around 200 RMB per person, affordable for students

🍴【Food Recommendations】
😋 Stinky Mandarin Fish: a Huizhou cuisine classic, smells pungent but tastes delicious
😋 Mao Tofu: crispy outside, tender inside, absolutely amazing!
Many authentic Huizhou restaurants at the foot of the mountain~

📍 Scenic Area Address: Qiyun Mountain Town, Xiuning County, Huangshan City, Anhui Province
🚗 Transportation Guide:
➊ High-speed rail: get off at Huangshan North Station
➋ Bus: take Xiuning Route 1 from the North Station directly (about 1 hour)
➌ Self-driving: 10 minutes from the highway exit

Guide Must-Visit Spot

Post by Blaze~Brooks | Jul 21, 2025

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