A Taoist Immortal Mountain Hidden at the Foot of Huangshan — Qiyun Mountain

Qiyun Mountain, a Taoist immortal mountain hidden at the foot of Huangshan, with an elevation of 585 meters that's easy to climb. Even the famous traveler Xu Xiake has checked in here!

3 Must-Visit Reasons

✅ Yuehua Sky Street hangs on a cliff, where Taoist priests and villagers live together. In the morning, you can see the sea of clouds drifting into the white walls and black tiles.

✅ Rich Taoist culture: draw lots at Taisu Palace, touch the "Smart Spring" in the True Immortal Cave, and learn Tai Chi with a Taoist master.

✅ Great value for money: 68 RMB for a full day, half the crowd of Huangshan, and free night show of iron flower fireworks.

How to Enjoy the Core Attractions?

1. Yuehua Sky Street

Highlight: Red-walled Taoist temple paired with Huizhou-style residences, looks like a "heavenly market" from drone shots.

How to play: Arrive before 8 AM to shoot the sea of clouds, 10 RMB for 3 plum-flavored baked buns with free tea at the temple.

Tip: Wear plain-colored clothes; the red walls of Taisu Palace make for stunning Hanfu photos.

2. True Immortal Cave

Must-see: "Heavenly Open and Divine Beauty" cliff inscriptions, pearl curtain spring water (stepping in the water is super refreshing).

Note: Steps are slippery when wet, hold the railing!

3. Incense Burner Peak

How to play: 20-minute climb to the top for a 360° view of the rolling sea of clouds (the sunrise at 5 AM is breathtaking).

Transportation & Tickets (2025 Latest)
🚗 Drive and navigate to "Qiyun Mountain Parking Lot" 10 RMB/day, 3.5 hours
🚄 High-speed rail to Huangshan North Station → Xiuning Route 1 bus 5 RMB, 1 hour
🎫 Combo ticket 128 RMB = entrance + cableway + night iron flower show

Lazy Guide for Food, Accommodation & Travel

Eat: On Yuehua Street, "Yunli Renjia" bamboo shoot and braised pork 50 RMB/serving, must-try stinky mandarin fish with crispy rice at the foot of the mountain.

Stay: Wangxianlou Inn on the summit 200 RMB/night (window view of the sea of clouds), Xiangfurui Hotel at the foot includes breakfast.

Travel: Cableway up 60 RMB (saves 400 steps), walk down the "Nine Miles Thirteen Pavilions" trail to see bamboo forest.

2 Life-saving Tips

① Wear non-slip shoes! Danxia stone steps are like oiled when it rains.

② Bring an empty bottle to collect "Smart Spring" water (locals say it makes you smarter).

Best Season

Azaleas bloom from March to May, sea of clouds is frequent from September to November. Avoid summer vacation crowds for a better experience!

Explore the Taoist immortal mountain and intangible cultural heritage night tour in one day for about 200 RMB per person, much more enjoyable than crowded Huangshan.