M28***06Laojun Mountain
Today I chose the lazy way to climb the mountain. I highly recommend driving. There are plenty of parking spaces inside the scenic area, and parking is free and unlimited. When leaving the scenic area, the electric tram costs 5 yuan per vehicle, and the gasoline car costs 10 yuan per vehicle. The scenic area entrance fee is 100 yuan. No reservation is needed for vehicles entering the scenic area; just scan your ID card at the entrance. Park near the Yunjing/Zhongling cableway (Level 1 cableway). Currently, only one of the two cableways is open each day, with the same price, and opening is random. Today we used the Yunjing cableway, which costs 130 yuan round trip. The Level 1 cableway is a must-ride; otherwise, it's estimated to take 4 hours to climb to Zhongtianmen. After getting off the Level 1 cableway, walk 5 minutes to the Fenglin cableway (Level 2 cableway), which costs 80 yuan round trip. After getting off the cableway, go through the Fairy Tunnel to reach the Ten-Mile Painting Screen. The essence of the mountain scenery is all here; it's all flat ground, no climbing required, and every step reveals a beautiful view. When you reach the General Peak service area, be sure to use the restrooms; they are cleaner here than at the top of the mountain. This concludes the tour of the Ten-Mile Painting Screen. You can choose to take the elevator directly to the Golden Summit for 40 yuan, but it has been closed since March of this year. The only option is to hike, which took about an hour. When you reach the Taibai Service Area, be sure to check the route carefully. There are two paths: one leads to the summit of Funiu Mountain, requiring further hiking; the other is a gentler path directly to the Golden Summit, which you can see at the service area, behind the souvenir pavilion. Both paths eventually lead to the Golden Summit; choose according to your physical condition. Today I only visited the Golden Summit, Daode Mansion, Laojun Temple, and Jade Emperor Peak. They were very beautiful. I went in the morning and didn't get to see the lights come on at night. When I came down, I saw a long queue for the cable car, just like during the October 1st holiday. People say Xi'an only has peak season and peak-peak season, and this place seems to be similar. To get down, you can take the slide for 20 yuan, which takes you directly to the entrance of the second-level cable car. The entire trip took 4 hours.
Overall, Laojun Mountain has beautiful scenery and is worth visiting, but the overall cost is quite high. If you need to burn incense, bring your own, as it's more expensive on the mountain (30 yuan for 3 sticks). Wishing plaques are also available; 5 yuan at the foot of the mountain, 20 yuan on the mountain. There are many stalls at the summit; instant noodles are 12 yuan, but don't bring your own, as you'll need to pay an extra 5 yuan for hot water if you bring your own. There are also Mixue Ice Cream, Bawang Tea, Kuafu Fried Skewers, Zhengxin Chicken Cutlet, etc., with prices similar to those at the foot of the mountain, which are quite reasonable. Most people choose to go up the mountain around 1 pm because the Golden Summit is very beautiful when lit up at night. However, it gets quite crowded. Also, bring a coat, sun hat, umbrella, etc. It's cold on the mountain, especially at night.
M88***57The main attraction was Laojun Mountain, but we stopped by this 5A scenic area as a side trip. The unexpected surprise came mainly from the handsome guide. The caves are naturally formed. Their shapes and interesting features were all thanks to the guide's explanations. He was knowledgeable, articulate, patient, and interactive with the visitors, making for a pleasant journey.AntonywjwIt's incredibly far, 140 kilometers from Dennis David World in Luoyang. The zoo is also incredibly large. From the sign for Luanchuan Bamboo Sea Wildlife Park to the actual zoo itself, it's still 8 kilometers. The forecourt is incredibly large. You absolutely have to take the cable car for the entire tour, and there's no reason to refuse. Without it, you won't be able to reach many spots and see the animals.M34***58The hotel boasts a super convenient location, just a few minutes' walk from the subway station, and surrounded by a variety of restaurants. The rooms were clean and odor-free, with soft, skin-friendly bedding for an excellent sleep experience. The front desk staff were warm and attentive, even proactively offering travel tips. Excellent value for money, I'll definitely choose this hotel again for my next trip!还在路上的人This is one of the core attractions of Laojun Mountain in Asahikawa. It is located between Zhongtianmen and Nantianmen. Visitors can walk along the plank road in the mountains. On the side is the beautiful 800-li Funiu Mountain. The scenery is very beautiful.还在路上的人The cable car station is located inside the main gate of Laojun Mountain Scenic Area. The surrounding area is bustling and convenient, with easy access to dining, shopping, accommodation, and parking. The cable car takes you directly to Zhongtianmen, saving tourists the trouble of climbing the mountain. Moreover, you can enjoy a panoramic view of the surrounding scenery from inside the cabin.还在路上的人The Golden Summit Taoist temple complex, located in the Laojun Mountain Scenic Area in Luoyang, is a large-scale site. It is the main peak of the Funiu Mountain, a branch of the Qinling Mountains, with an altitude of over 2,200 meters. Legend has it that Laozi attained enlightenment here, so it has been a Taoist holy site since ancient times, with a thriving incense offering.M16***77After visiting Laojun Mountain, I drove for an hour to the Funiushan Ski Resort. It was noon when I went there, and there were not many people. There was only one beginner ski slope, which didn't seem very big, but fortunately there weren't many people, otherwise I would have been afraid of bumping into someone while skiing. The price is higher than the ski resorts near Luoyang.
