A must-read for students! The ultimate budget travel guide to Wugong Mountain

Wugong Mountain—A fairyland in the clouds, a paradise on earth you must visit in your lifetime! 🌄✨ Here lies the "Grassland Sky Road of Jiangnan" 🏞️, with 100,000 acres of alpine meadows rolling endlessly. In spring and summer, the green waves surge 🌿; in autumn, golden and brilliant 🍂; in winter, covered in silver snow ❄️—so stunning it takes your breath away! Climb to the Golden Summit to watch the sunrise over the sea of clouds ☀️🌊, with rays of dawn spreading across the boundless meadows, as if stepping into a fairyland ✨; at night, the Milky Way sparkles brightly 🌌, you can almost reach out and pick the stars—utterly romantic! The sea of clouds at Wugong Mountain ☁️ is sometimes as soft as silk, sometimes rushing like a tide. Walking on the mountaintop feels like walking on clouds 🪂, full of ethereal charm~ There is also a thousand-year-old ancient altar 🏯, mysterious and solemn, as if you can hear the echoes of history 🔔. A hiker’s paradise 🥾, a photographer’s treasure 📸, a romantic haven for couples 💑—Wugong Mountain is a must-visit, or you’ll regret it for life! 💖 Waiting for you to conquer this cloudland grassland! �🚀 🚗【Transportation Guide】 High-speed train to Pingxiang North Station → Scenic area shuttle bus 27R/person (1.5h) Self-driving: navigate to Wugong Mountain Visitor Center, parking 20R/day ⚠️ It’s recommended to book a carpool in advance (about 35R from Pingxiang) 🎫【Tickets & Cable Cars】 Scenic area ticket 70R, student ticket 50R, free for under 1.2m/65+ years old 🆓 First-level cable car (Zhong’an) up 65R/down 50R Second-level cable car (Golden Summit) up 35R/down 25R ✨ Recommended to buy ticket + first-level cable car combo (saves time and effort) 🌟Must-visit Attractions 🔸Fayunjie: Home to the largest alpine meadow on Wugong Mountain. During the Dragon Boat Festival, the greenery is lush, and the breeze ripples the grass waves, as if stepping into a Studio Ghibli animation world. 🔸Haohan Slope: A challenging steep slope with continuous undulations. Reaching the top offers a panoramic view of the peaks, a thrilling landmark on the hiking trail. 🔸Despair Slope: The name alone makes you shiver, but it’s also a treasure trove of scenery. Standing at the top, you can take in the grandeur of Wugong Mountain, where the endless mountain ranges seamlessly connect with the blue sky and white clouds, instantly making you forget the hardship of the climb. 🔸Guanyin Tang: A camping paradise for outdoor lovers. During the Dragon Boat Festival, pitch a tent here and sleep under the stars. The next morning, you can catch a stunning sunrise to start your day full of energy. 🔸Golden Summit: The highest point of Wugong Mountain at 1918.3 meters above sea level. The ancient altar stands quietly, witnessing the passage of time. From the summit, you can gaze at the rolling sea of clouds and boundless meadows, as if in a fairyland on earth. - 🚩Route Introduction 𝓓1: Longshan Village 20s area - Yangjiao Peak - Fayunjie - Haohan Slope - Cloud Guesthouse 𝓓2: Haohan Slope - Despair Slope - Guanyin Tang - Diaomazhuang - Golden Summit - Scenic Area Entrance - 📸Photo Tips ✔️Time: Shoot sunrise and sea of clouds at Golden Summit between 5-6 AM, and meadow silhouettes at Guanyin Tang at dusk. ✔️Outfit: Bright-colored windbreaker (like orange or blue) paired with a bucket hat stands out beautifully in the meadows. ✔️Poses: Lie down and shoot from a low angle in Fayunjie meadow; spread your arms at the top of Despair Slope to show a sense of conquest. 🌿Bonus Tips: . Tuck socks into pants and tighten cuffs to prevent bugs Wipe shoe edges with alcohol cotton to repel snakes (seriously, some people swear by this) Two pairs of thin socks + Vaseline prevent blisters, very useful for long hikes! Wrap your phone in an emergency blanket = rainproof black tech; empty bottles = emergency trash bags . 🔥Warning Wall of Hard Lessons: “Didn’t bring hiking poles, knees ruined for 3 days going downhill…” “Wore cotton T-shirt, got soaked and caught a cold from the wind…” “No headlamp, almost fell into a ditch hiking down in the dark…” 🏠 Accommodation Recommendations | Type | Price | Location | Features | Tent | 💰100-150 RMB/tent | Golden Summit/Guanyin Tang | Stunning starry sky ✨ but damp + windy (bring earplugs!) | | Guesthouse | 💰150-300 RMB/bed | Baiheguan/Diaomazhuang | Hot water ♨️ but shared rooms | > ✅ Book 3 days in advance! Sold out quickly in peak season! > ❌ Don’t carry a sleeping bag uphill, rent a tent with a moisture-proof mat ##🎒 Essentials Checklist - Clothing: Windbreaker (5℃ mornings and evenings!) + quick-dry clothes + hiking shoes 👟 - Gear: Hiking poles (2 RMB bamboo sticks at the base), flashlight 🔦, power bank - Supplies: Self-heating meal, water (instant noodles at the summit 20R), chocolate 🍫 - Protection: Sunscreen ❗️(strong UV), mosquito repellent, raincoat