Zhangjiajie, which belongs to the hinterland of Wuling Mountains, is one of the most popular tourist cities in China. Here, you can find the fantastic world of the mountains floating in Avatar. The core scenic area of Zhangjiajie is Wulingyuan Scenic Area, which consists of Zhangjiajie National Forest Park, Tianzi Mountain, Suoxi Valley, and Yangjiajie Nature Reserve. Other famous and popular attraction in Zhangjiajie City include Tianmen Mountain National Forest Park, where the heart-pounding cable way and the magical Tianmen Cave are always enjoyed by tourists.
Located in the northwest part of Hunan Province, Wulingyuan National Park is a UNESCO World Heritage Site consisting of four scenic areas, including Zhangjiajie National Forest Park, Suoxi Valley, Tianzi Mountain, and the newly developed Yangjiajie. It mainly features unique peaks and mountains, quartz sandstone landforms, dense forests, and rich…
Also known as Yuntiandu Glass Bridge, Zhangjiajie Glass Bridge in China is the longest and highest glass bridge in the world. This bridge stretches over the Zhangjiajie Grand Canyon, and the two ends connect the cliffs, presenting an awe-inspiring view. In a word, Zhangjiajie Glass Bridge is a must-visit attraction on…
Located in Yuanjiajie of the Wulingyuan Scenic Area, the Bailong Elevator is the tallest outdoor elevator and one of the most creative elevators in the world. It is a perfect combination of nature and human activity. It has shortened the time for people to shuttle between the ground and the mountaintop and made it possible…
Nestled on a sharp cliff beside the Youshui River, Furong Ancient Town, with a history of more than 2,000 years, used to be a vital transportation hub in Western Hunan. Today, it has become a popular destination for tourists taking on Zhangjiajie tours to have an extended trip. Nicknamed “a…
As a world geopark, Baofeng Lake is a significant part of the Wulingyuan Scenic and Historic Interest Area. Located southeast of the Zhangjiajie National Forest Park, Baofeng Lake in China is famous for its graceful mountains, beautiful lakes, magnificent waterfalls, and ancient temples. Baofeng Lake Facts Location: 8, Baofeng Road, Suoxiyu Town, Wulingyuan District,…
Located in Zhangjiajie National Forest Park, Golden Whip Stream is recognized as a gallery of natural landscapes and a paradise for hikers. As the stream flows through Golden Whip Rock, hence the name. It traverses mountains and forests and stretches 7.5 kilometers, with peculiar peaks on two sides. Besides, Golden Whip…
Situated northwest of the Zhangjiajie National Forest Park, Yuanjiajie is a core area of Wulingyuan scenic spot and a must-visit attraction on your Zhangjiajie tours. It covers an area of 1,200 hectares with an average altitude of 1,074 above sea level. In this scenic area, you will see spectacular peaks, grand valleys,…
Being a highway bridge, Aizhai Bridge is one of the longest bridges in the world. It crosses the Dehang Grand Canyon and spans 1,176 meters, making it an engineering marvel in China. Other than a suspension bridge that conquered the natural barriers and created a thoroughfare, Aizhai Bridge in China offers a…
Located at the eastern part of the Wulingyuan Scenic and Historic Interest Area, Yellow Dragon Cave is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and a large-scale karst cave with numerous stalactites of various sizes and shapes. Regarded as a wonder of the world karst caves, Yellow Dragon Cave in China…
Suoxi Valley scenic area, located in the northeast of Wulingyuan scenic area, is near to Tianzi Mountains and it is connected to Tianzi Mountains by cable car. The reason why it is called Suoxi valley is that the shape of the stream looks like a curved rope. What’s more,…
Fenghuang Ancient Town, also known as the Phoenix Ancient Town, is located in the southwest of Tujia-miao autonomous prefecture of Xiangxi (West Hunan) and covers an area of about 10 square kilometers. It is a typical residence of 28 ethnic groups, including Miao, Han, Tujia and so on. A national historical and…
Yangjiajie scenic area, with Zhangjiajie National Forest Park in northwest and Tianzi Mountain in north, covers an area of 34 square kilometers. From fantastic rock peaks to primitive forests, Yangjiajie boasts some of the most beautiful mountains in China, and beyond. There are three tourist areas in Yangjiajie: Xiangzhi Stream, Qingfeng Gorge and Hundred monkey valley. The most famous landscapes are…
An essential part of the UNESCO-listed Wulingyuan Scenic Area, Zhangjiajie National Forest Park in Hunan is the first national forest park in China. The park was listed on the World Geopark in February 2004 due to its pillar-like mountains of quartz sandstone. Besides being the main reason for most…
Boarding Zhangjiajie National Forest Park to the south, Tianzi Mountain is one of the core scenic zones in Wulingyuan Scenic Area, and thus a can’t miss for any Zhangjiajie travel. It particularly stands out for the spectacular stone pinnacles densely scattering across the area, earning it the title “Kingdom of…
Zhangjiajie Grand Canyon, located in the Cili county of Zhangjiajie, is close to the renowned Wulingyuan Scenic Area. It is a landform museum of Zhangjiajie, integrating mountains, rivers, and caves. People can enjoy all kinds of scenery of the Karst landform. In the valley, visitors can see monkeys jumping…
Zhangjiajie Tianmen mountain, known as Yunmeng mountain or Songliang mountain in ancient times, is shrouded in myths and legends. With the 1518.6 meters high of the main peak, it is the highest mountain in Yongding district of Zhangjiajie, Hunan Province. Honored as “the soul of Zhangjiajie” and “the first sacred mountain…
