I’m back from my trip to Zhangjiajie, and I’m going to tell you some unpleasant truth! Came to a city because of a song
My dears, is there a song that can make you yearn for the fairyland with strange peaks and rocks, and make you want to rush there immediately? It was because of the song "Charming Xiangxi", "Green mountains, winding rivers, my home is on the hillside; layers of terraced fields, bursts of songs, and my sister's smiling face reflected the red dimples." This ethereal and graceful song seemed to bring the agility and mystery of Zhangjiajie to my face, which made me resolutely set foot on this magical land in February and start a dream journey. Come and see my strategy 💕.
Scenic Spot Introduction
• Zhangjiajie National Forest Park: It is like a natural geological museum, with 3,000 peaks rising from the ground and 800 streams winding across the park. Hallelujah Mountain in Yuanjiajie is famous because of the movie "Avatar". It is surrounded by clouds and mist, like a fairyland; the Golden Whip Stream is crystal clear, and the ancient trees on the streamside are towering. Strolling through it, you can play with macaques, feel the vitality and wildness of nature, and immerse yourself in this magnificent landscape painting.
• Tianmenshan National Forest Park: Tianmenshan is like a giant isolated from the world. The 99 bends of the Avenue to Heaven are like a winding jade belt, which is thrilling and exciting. Taking the cable car up the mountain, there is a deep abyss under your feet. While your heart beats faster, you are also shocked by the magnificent snow scene in front of you. The Tianmen Cave on the top of the mountain is like a gate leading to heaven. The ice and snow in February add a bit of coldness and mystery to it, making people sigh at the majestic power of nature.
• Zhangjiajie Grand Canyon: The Grand Canyon is like a crack in the earth, with deep valleys, steep walls, and waterfalls. A glass bridge stretches across the valley. The transparent bridge deck makes people feel as if they are suspended in mid-air, overlooking the valley bottom, which is both thrilling and exciting. The wind is biting cold in February, but you can experience the excitement of walking at high altitude and feel the resonance between your heartbeat and nature.
• Charming Xiangxi Grand Theater: This is an audio-visual feast with wonderful folk performances every night. The Tujia hand-waving dance and the Miao drum dance are passionate and unrestrained; the Xiangxi corpse-carrying and the walking on a mountain of knives and diving into a sea of fire are mysterious and thrilling; the actors' superb skills show the ancient culture and unique customs of Xiangxi. Immerse yourself in them and appreciate the unique charm of folk customs.
How to get there
• Airplane: You can fly directly to Zhangjiajie Hehua International Airport✈. Although the airport is small, it has convenient transportation. There are airport buses to the city, and you can also transfer to buses and taxis to quickly start your trip to Zhangjiajie. If you are departing from surrounding cities, you can take the high-speed rail to Zhangjiajie West Station. There are many trains🚄. After leaving the station, there are buses and taxis in all directions, making it easy to go to various attractions.
• City transportation: City buses can meet basic travel needs; to Zhangjiajie National Forest Park, there are special shuttle buses at the bus station, which is convenient and worry-free; Tianmen Mountain Scenic Area is close to the city and can be quickly reached by taxi or bus; Zhangjiajie Grand Canyon also has special tourist buses that can go directly to the entrance of the scenic area.
What's there to see?
• The wonder of rime in Zhangjiajie National Forest Park: The low temperature in February often causes rime to appear in the forest park. The tree branches are wrapped in ice crystals, the mountains and plains are covered in silver, and the peaks and forests are set against the rime, making it dreamy and like a fairy tale world. It is a paradise for photography enthusiasts to capture every beautiful moment.
• The rolling sea of clouds at Tianmen Mountain: If you are lucky, you can climb to the top of Tianmen Mountain in the early morning and witness the magnificent sight of the rolling sea of clouds. The sea of clouds is like a turbulent ocean, the mountain peaks are like isolated islands in the sea, and the light of the sunrise penetrates the clouds and sprinkles on the snow-capped mountains. It is so magnificent that makes people intoxicated in this dreamland.
• Warm winter sun in Zhangjiajie Grand Canyon: The afternoon sun shines on the Grand Canyon. The warm light contrasts with the cold canyon. The light and shadows are intertwined, reflecting on the waterfall, refracting colorful light. Take photos and check in, leaving a unique memory.
• Interactive performances at the Charming Xiangxi Theater: During the performance, actors will invite the audience to come on stage and participate in the hand-waving dance, bamboo pole dance and other activities, so that they can feel the enthusiasm of the people of Xiangxi, blend into the joyful atmosphere and leave unforgettable memories.
Good place for taking photos
• Yuanjiajie Observation Deck, Zhangjiajie National Forest Park: With Hallelujah Mountain as the background, when surrounded by clouds and mist, take pictures of people embracing the mountain with open arms, as if you are in the world of Avatar, full of fantasy, a must-have for likes on WeChat Moments.
• The bend of Tongtian Avenue in Tianmen Mountain: Stand beside the bend and take photos of people and Tongtian Avenue with the winding road and snow-capped peaks as the background. Use the perspective effect to show the steepness of the road. The photos are very visually impactful.
• In the center of the Zhangjiajie Grand Canyon Glass Bridge: Wear bright clothes and stand in the center of the glass bridge. With the abyss below and the canyon in the distance as the background, take photos of people jumping and cheering. It’s fun to record the moments of bravely challenging the heights.
• In front of the stage of the Charming Xiangxi Grand Theater: After the performance, take photos of the characters and actors with the stage’s gorgeous lights and special scenery as the background to freeze the wonderful moments and show the charm of Xiangxi culture.
Travel experience
This 3-day trip in Zhangjiajie is truly an unforgettable spiritual adventure💕. Explore Zhangjiajie National Forest Park, marvel at the wonders of nature, and immerse yourself in the wildness of mountains and rivers; climb Tianmen Mountain, conquer Tongtian Avenue, and be impressed by the magnificent scenery; challenge the Zhangjiajie Grand Canyon, experience the thrill of high altitudes, and feel the heartbeat; enjoy the charming performances in Xiangxi, appreciate the folk customs, and immerse yourself in the joyful atmosphere. Zhangjiajie is like a piece of music that interweaves passion and ethereality. It has both the majesty of mountains and rivers and the liveliness of folk culture. I have fallen deeply in love with it and look forward to returning to continue writing my Zhangjiajie chapter next time.
Tips
• Zhangjiajie is cold and humid in February, so you should bring enough warm clothes, including down jackets, warm pants, scarves🧣, gloves🧤, and hats. It is best if your shoes are waterproof and non-slip.
• It is recommended to book tickets for Zhangjiajie National Forest Park, Tianmen Mountain and other scenic spots online in advance. Pay attention to safety and follow the instructions of the scenic spots when visiting. When viewing rime and sea of clouds, pay attention to weather changes and check the forecast in advance.
• Tickets for the Charming Xiangxi Grand Theater can be purchased on-site or online. Enter the theater in advance to watch the performance, choose your seat, and enjoy the wonderful performance.
• There are weight and age restrictions for visiting the Grand Canyon Glass Bridge, so please check the regulations in advance; food in the scenic area is expensive, so you can bring some snacks with you to replenish your energy.
• You can choose to stay in the city or near scenic spots. The city is convenient for living, and the area near scenic spots is convenient for sightseeing. You can choose according to your needs.
My dears, Zhangjiajie in February is full of charm, come and start your own music journey in Zhangjiajie💖!