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You will truly be deeply shocked by Fanjing Mountain!
The real-life Sky City consecrated by National Geographic
Before coming, I thought it was just a filtered internet photo
Only after reaching the summit did I understand
All words and photos are not even one ten-thousandth as impressive as seeing it with your own eyes
Cliffs hanging in the air, sky bridges spanning peaks, rolling seas of clouds
Every scene here is a masterpiece of nature’s craftsmanship
✨Highlights
▪️ Red Cloud Golden Summit | Legendary Cloud Sky Bridge
Two steep peaks rise abruptly from the ground
Connected by a suspended stone sky bridge in the middle
Beneath are sheer cliffs and deep abysses
Surrounded by swirling mist, walking feels like strolling on clouds
At the moment of reaching the summit, the Sky City from fantasy dramas comes to life
▪️ Mushroom Rock | Hundred-million-year Geological Wonder
The iconic core attraction of Fanjing Mountain
A strange rock formed by over 100 million years of weathering
Wide at the top and narrow at the bottom, standing firm on the summit for thousands of years
Any angle you shoot from can produce National Geographic-level photos
▪️ Cliffside Walkway | Immersive Mountain Forest Secret Realm
Built entirely on a mid-mountain cliff
One side is a steep rock wall, the other a deep valley
Wandering among pristine greenery
Surrounded by lush foliage, breathing in the fresh scent of plants
▪️ Sea of Clouds and Buddha’s Light | Naturally Enchanting Buff
After rain or early in the morning
Clouds flow over the ridges, mist drifts with the wind
The entire peak appears faintly through the mist
If lucky, you may encounter the rare Buddha’s light, instantly elevating the atmosphere
▪️ Pristine Forest | Natural Oxygen Bar Secret Realm
Fanjing Mountain is a primitive ecological reserve
Vegetation coverage is very high, with abundant negative oxygen ions
Far from city noise, immerse yourself in the healing power of the wild
📝Detailed Guide
▪️Transportation
Priority high-speed rail to [Tongren South Station]
After exiting, you can carpool or take a direct shuttle bus to Fanjing Mountain
About 1 hour by car, carpool costs about 30 RMB per person
Self-driving is not recommended as parking is far from the entrance
If you have a lot of luggage or average stamina, public transport is the best choice
▪️Ticket Reservation
‼️Must book one day in advance via the official WeChat public account
During peak season (April to October), tickets are released at 8:00 AM and sell out instantly
Recommended to buy the [Ticket + Sightseeing Bus + Round-trip Cable Car] package
If your stamina is average or it’s your first visit, the cable car is a must
Hiking all the way up takes 6-7 hours and is extremely exhausting
▪️Precise Itinerary (Save energy and avoid backtracking)
1. Take the sightseeing bus to the cable car lower station
2. Take the cable car up to the summit core scenic area
3. First stop: check in at Mushroom Rock, take photos from multiple angles
4. On the way, visit Old Golden Summit for panoramic mountain views
5. Focus on Red Cloud Golden Summit, climb the popular suspended sky bridge
6. After visiting Cheng’en Temple, slowly descend along the walkway
7. Return by cable car + sightseeing bus
Total time 5-6 hours, relaxed pace without rushing
▪️What to Wear
👗Clothes: Prefer white, cream, light khaki, light blue
Light colors perfectly match the green mountains and sea of clouds
Avoid black or dark colors, which look dull in photos
👟Shoes: Must wear non-slip sports shoes or hiking boots
The steps at Red Cloud Golden Summit are steep and narrow, some nearly vertical
Long skirts, high heels, and sandals are strongly discouraged as climbing is very dangerous
🧥Accessories: It’s windy and temperature varies on the mountain, bring a light windbreaker
Hat, sunglasses, and sun protection clothing are essential as the summit is exposed to strong sun
▪️Photo Spots & Lighting Guide
▪️Best lighting: 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Soft sunlight, highest chance of sea of clouds, backlighting creates strong atmosphere
▪️Golden photo spots
1. Front view of Red Cloud Golden Summit sky bridge | shoot the twin peaks panorama
2. Side view of Mushroom Rock | shoot from below to highlight the rock’s steepness
3. Corner of the cliff walkway | shoot down into the green valley
4. Old Golden Summit peak | panoramic view overlooking the entire Fanjing Mountain sea of clouds
▪️Tips & Warnings
▪️Climbing Red Cloud Golden Summit requires using both hands and feet, be cautious if afraid of heights
▪️Weather changes frequently on the mountain, carry a disposable raincoat which is more practical than an umbrella
▪️Prices at the summit are high, bring a small amount of bottled water and snacks
▪️Do not take photos on edges away from viewing platforms, safety first
▪️Crowds are very large on holidays, arrive before 8 AM to avoid the rush
▪️Signal is weak throughout the hike, download offline maps in advance
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