Located in Lianyungang City, Jiangsu Province, Huaguo Mountain is a famous tourist attraction in China, famous for the hometown of the Monkey King in “Journey to the West”. Huaguoshan Scenic Area is a national 5A-level tourist area, known for its beautiful natural scenery and rich cultural landscape.
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Altitude:
The highest peak of Huaguo Mountain is the Jade Girl Peak, with an altitude of 624.4 meters, which is the highest point in Jiangsu Province.
Humanistic customs:
Huaguo Mountain is closely connected to the legend of “Journey to the West”, and there are many attractions and cultural activities related to the Monkey King on the mountain. In addition, Huaguo Mountain is also rich in plant and animal resources, including gold-inlaid jade bamboo and macaques.
Reservations & Opening Hours:
- Huaguoshan Scenic Area is open from 8:00 to 17:00 in the peak season (March to October) and 8:30 to 17:00 in the low season (November to February).
- According to the off-season free admission policy of Lianyungang City’s state-owned key scenic spots, from November 2023 to the end of February 2024 (except for the Spring Festival holiday), tourists can enter Lianyungang Huaguoshan Scenic Area with their reservation records.
- The reservation process is to pay attention to the official account of “Lianyungang Huaguoshan Scenic Area”, click on the tourist reservation, fill in the reservation information and enter the park with your ID card.
Ticket Information:
The ticket price is 90 yuan during the high season (March to October) and 50 yuan for the low season (November to February). There are a variety of preferential policies, including free or half-price discounts for specific groups such as seniors, children, students, etc.
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Transportation:
- Tourists can reach Huaguo Mountain by plane, train, or bus.
- Lianyungang Baitabu Airport has an airport bus to the city, and then you can take the bus tour No. 1 to reach the scenic spot.
- Visitors arriving by train and coach can take the BRT B11 bus to reach the scenic spot.
Accommodation:
Lianyungang Huaguoshan Hotel, etc., provides different types of rooms and high-quality services.
Food & Beverage:
Huaguoshan Hotel Cheng’en Chinese Restaurant offers local specialties such as squirrel fish, braised pork and more.
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Recommended Attractions:
- Jade Girl Peak: The highest peak in Jiangsu Province, a good place for mountain climbing and viewing.
- Water Curtain Cave: The hometown of Sun Wukong in “Journey to the West”.
- Sanyuan Palace: A temple with a long history and rich cultural value.
- Ashoka Pagoda: The tallest and oldest surviving pagoda in northern Jiangsu.
Routes:
It is recommended to start at the Huaguo Mountain Gate, visit the Water Curtain Cave, Sanyuan Palace, then go to the Jade Girl Peak, and finally visit the Ashoka Pagoda and other cultural relics.
Best time to visit:
Spring and autumn are the best times to visit, with a pleasant climate.
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Single Budget:
It is expected to be around 500-1000 RMB, including tickets, transportation, meals and accommodation.
Suggested excursions:
- Reserve your tickets online in advance to avoid peak travel periods.
- Wear comfortable clothing and shoes for easy climbing.
- Respect local culture and customs.
Notes:
- Pay attention to safety and do not climb dangerous areas.
- Protect the environment and don’t litter.
- Abide by the regulations of the scenic spot and do not damage the cultural relics.
Qiantu Outdoor wishes you a pleasant travel experience in Lianyungang Huaguo Mountain!