Jianmen Pass

In the vast landscape of China, there is a place that has been extolled by literati throughout the ages for its extraordinary beauty—Jianmenguan. Here, it is not only a living fossil of the Three Kingdoms period but also a perfect blend of nature and culture, making it a tourist hotspot. Attraction Introduction: Jianmen is the most dangerous pass in the world, where one man guards and ten thousand cannot open Jianmenguan, located in Jiange County, Guangyuan City, Sichuan Province, is the most treacherous section of the Shu Road and has always been a strategic military location. From the top of the pass, one can look out at the peaks that resemble swords and the swirling mists, almost hearing the sounds of ancient battlefields. Not-to-be-missed attractions include: • Jianmenguan Tower: The reconstructed tower stands on the cliff, majestic and imposing, making it an excellent spot for photography. • Glass Skywalk: A thrilling high-altitude experience with the abyss underfoot and magnificent landscapes ahead, for those brave enough to try. • Liangshan Temple: A secluded ancient temple nestled deep in the forest, with incense wafting through, adding a touch of tranquility and Zen to the journey. • Cuiyun Corridor: The ancient cypresses stand tall, this 'green corridor' has witnessed a thousand years of vicissitudes, walking through it, one feels the breath of nature and history. Itinerary: Two-day in-depth tour to fully enjoy the charm of Jianmenguan Day 1: • Morning: Depart from Chengdu, take the high-speed train directly to Guangyuan (about 1.5 hours), then transfer to a bus or taxi to Jianmenguan scenic area (about 1 hour). • Noon: Taste the special lunch in Jianmen ancient town, such as tofu feast, and experience Jianmen on the tip of the tongue. • Afternoon: Visit Jianmenguan Tower and the Glass Skywalk, experiencing the difficulty of the Shu Road. • Evening: Stay at a characteristic homestay at the foot of the mountain, enjoying the tranquility of the mountains. Day 2: • Morning: Head to Liangshan Temple to experience Buddhist culture, then stroll through Cuiyun Corridor, listening to the stories told by ancient trees. • Afternoon: Join a hiking adventure led by a local guide to explore more hidden beauty. • Evening: Return to Chengdu, concluding a fulfilling trip to Jianmenguan. Gourmet Strategy: The taste of Jianmen, a culinary delight not to be missed • Jianmen Tofu: A must-try, with a variety of types, from the homely Mapo tofu to the innovative tofu feast, each bite is a supreme temptation for the taste buds. • Handmade Noodle Skin: Handcrafted with a chewy texture, served with a special sauce, simple yet unforgettable. Transportation Strategy: • External Transportation: Convenient high-speed train from Chengdu to Guangyuan, with direct bus service to Jianmenguan from Guangyuan station. • Internal Transportation: It is recommended to walk or take an eco-friendly sightseeing car within the scenic area, as some attractions are far apart, so plan your physical strength accordingly. On this land sculpted by historical winds, every step is taken with a story. Jianmenguan is not just a travel destination but also a spiritual cleansing, a conversation with the ancients across time and space.

Jianmen Pass, as one of the four famous passes in China, is one of the iconic attractions of Guangyuan. Here you can find magnificent landscapes and a long history. You can climb the pass tower, overlook the mountains and canyons, and experience the grand natural scenery. The difficulty of the Shu Road is harder than climbing to the sky, and you can experience it here. If you can recite the full text of 'The Difficulty of Shu Road' and after the staff confirms it's qualified, you can get a free ticket valid for the day to Jianmen Pass Scenic Area or Cuiyun Corridor Scenic Area, limited to one per person per day, haha Also, at the Cuiyun Corridor Scenic Area Tourist Center Square, if you can write out the poem 'Cuiyun Corridor' by Qiao Bo (Qing) within five minutes, and after the staff checks it, you can get three tickets valid for the day to Cuiyun Corridor. Jianmen Pass-Cuiyun Corridor Scenic Area offers free admission to active, retired military personnel and their 'three relatives'. Tourists from Heilongjiang can get free admission to Jianmen Pass by showing their ID card. Navigate to the north/south gate of Jianmen Pass Scenic Area.

Autumn is just the right time for hiking⛰ No heat, no noise, walk into the mountains and forests🌿, enjoy nature I accidentally encountered a unique hiking secret in Guangyuan✨ Ancient cypresses🌳, stone paths Green fields and deep forests🌲, running water🏞 Enjoying the mountains and forests alone here is really healing 🌟Recommended hiking route for experienced hikers: Zhaohua Ancient City (Jubai Ferry) - Liangtingzi - Shili Monument - Tianxiong Pass - Niugundong - Xinpu - Tangfang Bay - Zhuqia Shop - Qiaogouli - Dachao Station - Shuanglong Bridge - Tiebanzi Bridge - Wangfu Bridge - Songning Bridge - Jiajian Shop - Gaomiao Shop - Renjiayao - Qili Slope - Zhigong Temple - Jianxi Bridge - Jianmenguan (North Visitor Center) 👉Distance: 27km in total ⏱Time: about 8h This is a hiking route on the ancient Shu Road. After walking this ancient Shu Road, you can understand half of the history of China! 🌟Recommended taste of the hiking route: Zhaohua Ancient City (Jubai Ferry) - Liangtingzi - Shili Monument - Tianxiong Pass 👉Distance: 5km in total ⏱Time: about 1h You can visit Zhaohua Ancient City here and appreciate the 'first county of Bashu, the second capital of Shu Kingdom'! 🌟Recommended mountain hiking route: Dachao Station - Shuanglong Bridge - Tiebanzi Bridge - Wangfu Bridge - Songning Bridge - Jiajian Shop - Gaomiao Shop 👉Distance: 5km in total ⏱Time: about 1h Personally, I think this is the most beautiful section of the ancient Shu Road hiking (Zhaohua section) mountain hiking, with few people and quiet! It is also the point in my post. Most of the points in the picture are at Tianxiong Pass, Wangfu Bridge, Songning Bridge, Jiajian Shop, Gaomiao Shop 📍Address: Zhaohua, Guangyuan 🎫Ticket: None Hiking the ancient Shu Road, talking with Cuiyun Corridor, you can choose the hiking route according to your own interests ✨Tips: ✔️There are many mosquitoes in the mountains, you can bring some floral water ✔️Bring your own water and dry food, there are few shops in the mountains ✔️Remember to hike without a trace, leave nothing but footprints👣 Shu Road HikingAncient CityWest MarketGuangyuan HikingDay Travel GuideOutdoor Hikingto go on the weekendHiking Route

Sword Gate Pass It rained all day yesterday, and it was said to be closed. After coming here today, it indeed feels too dangerous to climb in heavy rain. Let's get back to the point, take bus number 7 from Jian'ge County Bus Station to reach the scenic area, remember to enter the station to get on the bus and buy a ticket, you can't wait for it outside, the fare to the scenic area is 3 yuan. It is recommended to enter from the north gate and exit from the south gate, this way there are more downhill paths which are less strenuous, some say downhill hurts the knees, but I think taking it slow and applying force effectively is quite helpful. The ticket is 105 yuan, those who can recite 'The Road to Shu is Hard' from memory get free admission, it is recommended to only take the first section of the cable car for 50 yuan, which can be purchased after entering the main gate of the scenic area. After getting off the cable car, you will face a choice of three paths: one is to continue taking the second section of the cable car (suitable for the elderly and those carrying children), the second is the Gibbon Path (suitable for the brave seeking thrills), and the third is the intermediate Bird Path. I decisively chose the Bird Path, the Gibbon Path looked a bit scary, even for the Bird Path, you need to climb with both hands holding onto chains, so remember not to hold a stick or carry things in your hands, after a period of climbing, the path becomes gentler, but there is a cliff on the right side, you must pay attention to safety, and try not to look down, it really makes you dizzy, after coming down I felt my blood pressure had risen Then it's a brisk walk, passing through the Small Tunnel (which I didn't notice, confused), Stone Bamboo Peak, Skyline, and finally the Pass Tower. I walked and stopped along the way, taking 5 hours in total, I am from the Northeast, I had a bowl of hot Douhua (tofu pudding with chili oil and brine) on the road, and a smoked pork rib, both for the first time, and they tasted quite good. Then exit through the south gate and continue to take bus number 7 back to the county town, this bus seems to run at intervals depending on the passenger flow, the driver said it might be 30 minutes, or possibly 50 minutes.

🤦‍♀️So dangerous, so dangerous... 🤷Finally, I understand the difficulty of the Shu path, as hard as ascending to the heavens. Not to mention in ancient times... Every step is a leap across the boundaries of history, and this place is worth experiencing the peril of the ancient Shu path once. 🏯Jianmen Pass, as an important pass on the ancient Shu path, combines the natural beauty of being grand, dangerous, strange, and elegant. Li Bai lamented its 'One man guards the pass, ten thousand are unable to open'... The terrain is steep, the mountains are clear, the waters are beautiful, and the scenery is pleasant, especially the cliffs and the dangerous valleys, which are breathtaking...👍. 🚗Transportation: Self-drive navigation to Jianmen Pass from Chengdu. (About 4 hours), plenty of parking spaces available. 🎫Ticket: 100 for adults, half price for children, cable car 50. 🧚🏻‍♂️Route selection: We chose the north-to-south route🍃: North Gate - Cableway - Bird Path - Fairy Bridge - Liangshan Temple - Liangshan Pavilion - Stone Bamboo Peak - One Line Sky🐒. (Relatively easier) 🌟Warm tips: 1️⃣Recite 'The Difficulty of Shu Road', and you can get free admission. 2️⃣For the north route, the cable car can take you to mid-mountain for 50r per person. If you don't take the cable car, it's nearly a 2-hour climb. 3️⃣Bird Path and Macaque Path are narrow and steep, with unclimbable heights above and bottomless abysses below. Visitors must slowly move up by holding onto the iron chains with both hands. It is not recommended for friends with poor physical strength or fear of heights. 4️⃣Macaque Path ticket is 68 yuan, buy on-site, sign and stamp, you have to sign a disclaimer, if something happens, no responsibility will be pursued, after all, there might be safety risks. 5️⃣The Jianmen Pass Gate Tower is the core attraction of the entire scenic area. The South Gate is closest to the Gate Tower, about 800 meters away. 'One man guards the pass, ten thousand are unable to open' refers to this place (If you don't want to climb and only see the Gate Tower, you can enter from the South Gate.