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Huangshan Mountains (Yellow Mountain) | Easter Road Trip 2021 | Day 8

Scenic view of the iconic Huangshan Mountains captured during a road trip in China. Towering granite peaks rise dramatically, framed by lush green pine trees in the foreground. The hazy blue expanse of distant mountain ranges creates a sense of depth and serenity. This breathtaking landscape highlights the natural beauty and adventure potential of a Huangshan road trip in China
Breathtaking scenery from the mountain top

Going up to the Huangshan mountains and spending the whole day there

After a few hours of driving from the “To Journey” camping site, we arrived at Huangshan Mountains (Yellow Mountains), one of China’s World Heritage places known as Mount Huangshan on the list. Finding a parking space was difficult, as the RV needed additional height. Finally, I found a place behind some buildings. Later, I discovered they had a large parking area at the entrance.

Going up to Huangshan Mountains

Purchased the tickets and bus fares. Quickly done and took the bus to the mountains. After about 15 minutes, we arrived at the cable car. As usual, there are plenty of stairs; maybe we covered 10% of the area. What can you say about the view? It was purely magnificent.

A group of travelers enjoying a ride inside a glass-walled cable car with a breathtaking view of the Huangshan Mountains in the background. The rocky peaks, covered in lush green trees, create a stunning natural backdrop. The individuals appear engaged and relaxed, with one wearing a bright orange jacket and holding binoculars, highlighting the excitement of exploring the iconic Huangshan landscape by cable car

Huangshan (Chinese: 黄山), meaning the Yellow Mountain(s), is a mountain range in southern Anhui Province in eastern China. It was initially called “Yishan” and was renamed because of a legend that Emperor Xuanyuan once made alchemy here. Vegetation in the range is thickest at below 1,100 meters (3,600 ft), with trees growing up to the treeline at 1,800 meters (5,900 ft).

World Heritage page for Huangshan Mountains and Wikipedia

The area is well known for its scenery, sunsets, peculiarly shaped granite peaks, Huangshan pine trees, hot springs, winter snow, and views of the clouds from above. Huangshan is a frequent subject of traditional Chinese paintings, literature, and modern photography. It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of China’s major tourist destinations.

If you get tired or sick, there is an option.

In the Huangshan Mountains, two local men in blue uniforms carrying a person in a traditional sedan chair up the steep stone steps, showcasing the resilience and strength required for such a task. A reminder of the support available for those tired or unwell in this challenging yet breathtaking terrain
These supermen will carry you if needed. You will sit on the chair and enjoy the views.

Japanese sauna and relaxation near Huangshan City

After a long day in the mountains, I checked for nearby camping places. It seemed impossible, and boondocking was not a suitable option this time. Everybody was tired and in need of a good shower and dinner. I checked the GPS and found out that there is a Japanese sauna in a nearby city. There are many of these in China, which is an excellent relaxing place. I decided to park in their parking lot and check in, which was the best decision on this trip. Hot springs, a sauna, massage chairs, movies, and kids played some video games. We had dinner with some dishes and were ready to return to the RV at midnight.

After an adventurous road trip to the Huangshan Mountains, a couple unwinds at a Japanese sauna, lying on colorful bean bags with a movie night ambiance. A relaxing pause during their RV journey through China's scenic landscapes
Relaxing after Sauna and dinner at the SPA by watching some movie
Yangshan Duanwu Spring

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Huangshan City

Huangshan Mountain

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Scenic view of the iconic Huangshan Mountains captured during a road trip in China. Towering granite peaks rise dramatically, framed by lush green pine trees in the foreground. The hazy blue expanse of distant mountain ranges creates a sense of depth and serenity. This breathtaking landscape highlights the natural beauty and adventure potential of a Huangshan road trip in China
Embark on a road trip to Huangshan Mountain aka Yellow Mountains, where you'll encounter breathtaking views and stunning natural landscapes

Our experience

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Summary

Amazing views and scenery. Prepare for some good exercise with thousands of stairs. We were here only for one day and maybe covered 10% of the area. Again one of the places to visit in China.

Pros

  • Magnificent views from the top of the mountains
  • Huge area, you need a couple of days for the round tour
  • Arrangement for entry well organized
  • Hotel, shop on top for rest or a refreshment (ice cream was good)
  • The steps are easy to climb with spots for rest
  • The cabin ride to the top
  • The evening when boondocking at the Japanese sauna in near town

Cons

  • No camping site close by
  • The parking area is crowded and difficult to find parking spaces for the RV
  • The amount of stairs to climb

Location

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Manzhouli gate
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Ice-cream horse carriage
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Erguna wetlands
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