Zhangjiajie
Zhangjiajie City is located in the northwestern part of Hunan, nestled deep within the Wuling Mountains, and is an administrative city under the jurisdiction of Hunan Province. It is renowned for its unique quartz sandstone peak-forest landscape, which is hailed as "an enlarged bonsai, a miniaturized fairyland." Here, you can find majestic peaks and beautiful waters, all taking on various shapes and forms, with lifelike details.
The Zhangjiajie scenic area is divided into three main parts: Zhangjiajie National Forest Park (Wulingyuan Scenic Area), Tianmen Mountain Scenic Area, and Zhangjiajie Grand Canyon.
Zhangjiajie National Forest Park Travel Information
Location: 279, Golden Whip Road, Wulingyuan District, Zhangjiajie City
Open hours: 7:00am--17:30pm
Recommended visiting hours: 1.5 Day
Admission: RMB 227
>>>Landmark Gate Ticket Office:
Close to Tianzi Mountain, Yuanjiajie, Golden Whip Stream, Ten-mile Natural Gallery
>>>Forest Park Ticket Office:
Close to Golden Whip Stream, Yellow Stone Fort
>>>Zimugang Ticket Office:
Close to Yuanjiajie, Golden Whip Stream, Ten-mile Natural Gallery
>>>Yangjiajie Ticket Office:
Close to Tianzi Mountain, Yuanjiajie, Yangjiajie
>>>Tianzi Mountain Ticket Office:
Close to Tianzi Mountain, Yuanjiajie
Tianmen Mountain Scenic Area Travel Information
Location: 11 Dayong Middle Road, Yongding District, Zhangjiajie City
Open hours: 7:30am--16:00pm
Recommended visiting hours: 4-5 Hours
Admission:
>>>Route A: Tianmen Mountain Cableway up the mountain -- Tianmen Mountain cave express Cableway down the mountain, RMB 278
>>>Route B: Tianmen Mountain cave express Cableway up the mountain -- Tianmen Mountain Cableway down the mountain, RMB 278
>>>Route C: Tianmen Mountain cave express Cableway up and down the mountain, RMB 278
Zhangjiajie Grand Canyon Travel Information
Location: Sanguansi Township, Cili County, Yongding District, Zhangjiajie City
Open hours: 8:00am--16:00pm
Recommended visiting hours: 3-4 Hours
Admission:
>>>Route A: Grand Canyon, RMB 53
>>>Route B: Grand Canyon + Glass Bridge, RMB 178;
>>>Route B: Grand Canyon + Glass Bridge + Projects, RMB 298;
Note: The above information is for reference only. The specific prices and preferential policies may be adjusted according to the season, holidays and other factors, we recommend tourists to check the latest information through official channels before travel.
How To Get There
>>First you can take a direct flight or take the bullet train to Zhangjiajie City:
Flight From Beijing
Beijing Capital International Airport - Zhangjiajie Hehua International Airport
RMB 1180; 2.5 Hours
Flight From Shanghai
Shanghai Pudong International Airport - Zhangjiajie Hehua International Airport
RMB 976; 2.5 Hours
Train From Changsha
Changsha South Station -- Zhangjiajie West Station
RMB 227.5; 2.5 Hours
Changsha Station -- Zhangjiajie West Station
RMB 166; 2 Hours
Train From Fenghuang Ancient Town
Fenghuang Ancient Town Station -- Zhangjiajie West Station
RMB 93; 1 Hour
>>Secondly, travel from Zhangjiajie City to Scenic Areas:
Coach:
Zhangjiajie Central Bus Station - Forest Park
RMB 13; about 1 Hour
Zhangjiajie Central Bus Station - Grand Canyon
RMB 25; about 1.2 Hours
Car:
Zhangjiajie City - Tianmen Mountain
From Airport: RMB 24-30; 20 Minutes
From Train Station: RMB 30-35; 30 Minutes
Apart from the core scenic areas in Wulingyuan, if you have ample time for your trip, there are three nearby places worth visiting: Yellow Dragon Cave, Baofeng Lake and 72 Strange Buildings. They are considered exquisite in beauty, contrasting with the grandeur of the mountains and misty clouds showcased in Zhangjiajie.
Yellow Dragon Cave (Huanglong Cave)
Yellow Dragon Cave
Huanglong Cave is renowned as a "World Marvel of Karst Caves." Inside the cave, rainwater from the sky gathered, filtered and settled, to form a constant-temperature underground river that flows gently like a soft ribbon. As you ascend the stairs, numerous stalactites can be found in the cave, formed by the mineral-rich droplets dripping down from the cave walls. It is calculated that every centimeter of stalactite growth takes hundreds of years. Therefore, these stalactite pillars, standing tens of meters high, have borne witness to the history of Huanglong Cave. As you carefully move forward, feeling the slightly damp and smooth cave walls with your hands, you can admire the stalactites sparkling and shimmering in colored lights, as if they are weaving a fantastical dream. If the mountains and waters of Zhangjiajie leave you with a sense of awe, then the journey to Huanglong Cave is a special and dreamlike experience. Time is an inestimable artisan, using a chisel given by the nature, patiently and meticulously creating this amazing wonder over millions of years.
Travel Information
Location: Hekou Village, Suoxiyu Town, Wulingyuan District, Zhangjiajie City
Open hours: 8:00am--17:30pm
Recommended visiting hours: 3 Hours
Admission: RMB 121 (entrance ticket + service charge)
Baofeng Lake
Baofeng Lake
Baofeng Lake is a rare high-mountain lake surrounded by verdant hills with clear blue water, creating a picturesque landscape. With a depth of 72 meters and a length of 2.5 kilometers, the Lake served as the filming location for the exterior scenes of the Waterfall Cave in Huaguoshan from the TV series "Journey to the West." In the scorching summer heat, taking a leisurely boat ride on the lake allows you to enjoy the refreshing breeze and witness the various scenic wonders on the island in the center of the lake. Each attraction has its unique charm, satisfying your visual pleasures and making you want to capture these beautiful moments forever.
Travel Information
Location: East Wulingyuan District, Zhangjiajie City
Open hours: 7:30am--17:00pm
Recommended visiting hours: 3-4 Hours
Admission: RMB 108
(entrance ticket + boat ticket + tour guide + sightseeing car)
72 Strange Buildings
72 Strange Buildings
72 Strange Buildings, modeled after the Tujia Diaojiaolou, soars skyward at a majestic height of 109.9 meters, earning it the illustrious title of "the First Strange Buildings in areas south of the Yangtze River". This architectural marvel is divided into three captivating sections: Tiangong Qilou, Yanhuo Old Street, and 72 Qizhai Village. The name stems from the diverse and unique experiences you can enjoy strolling around here with every step. Here, you can enjoy snacks from all over the country, stay in distinctive homestays with varying styles, and admire the attracting nightscape of the dazzling light show and folk performances by Tujia people. The 72 Strange Buildings is not just a building; it is a journey, an adventure, a storybook come to life, where dreams and reality merge in a harmonious dance of the senses.
Travel Information
Location: 1 Wulingshan Avenue, Yongding District, Zhangjiajie City
Open hours: 10:00am--22:00pm
Recommended visiting hours: 3 Hours
Admission:
(10:00am--16:30pm) RMB 22
(16:30pm--22:00pm) RMB 90
>>>The performances starts at 18:00pm
How to Get to these Three Attractions
>>>Zhangjiajie National Forest Park - Yellow Dragon Cave
RMB 10; 15 Minutes Car ride
>>>Zhangjiajie National Forest Park - Baofeng Lake
RMB 20-24; 20 Minutes Car ride
>>>Zhangjiajie National Forest Park - 72 Strange Buildings
RMB 200; 1.5 Hours Car ride
(We suggest you go from Zhangjiajie West Railway Station to 72 Strange Buildings as it only takes RMB12 for 12 Minutes' Car ride)
Monkeys: the Soul of Zhangjiajie
Monkeys
The soul of Zhangjiajie lies in the monkeys of Wulingyuan. They primarily gather in the Golden Whip Stream of the Forest Park and in the back garden of Yuanjiajie. These monkeys can be seen basking in the sun leisurely, or curled up in a group with their family, scratching each other's lice. You may also catch sight of a mother monkey wandering through the mountains with her cute little one, making it irresistible to capture the moment with a camera.
However, it's important to Note that these wild monkeys are not entirely docile. They can be mischievous and grab food from tourists' hands. If you're carrying a Plastic Bag, you'll definitely become a target. To avoid any injury, please refrain from showing your Food to the monkeys and avoid leaving your Backpack unattended far from your reach. Hope these cute monkeys will bring joy to your journey!
