Mt. Tianzishan
» Zhangjiajie, Hu Nan

天子山 峰林之王 谁人识得天子面,归来不看天下山

Mt. Tianzishan presents itself in distinctive shape, geological speaking, and the rock formation is older than that in Yuanjiajie, you will have fantastic experience of stunning views, against the backdrop of sunset, the Tianzishan cable transport you down the mountain.

A look at the Mountain

Located in the northeast of Wulingyuan Scenic Area, Mt. Tianzishan is regarded as the top site to see sandstone peaks in high density, covering 9,000 hectare with the highest altitude 1262.5 meters at Kunlun Mountain. The yearly average temperature is 12 C, and annual average rainfall 1800mm. There are around 240 frost-free days.

The body of the mountain is higher in the center while lower on the borders, seeming like a pagoda from afar. Peculiar formations of quartzite forests, karst caves, stelae, rock bridges, rock gates and waterfalls are distributed on the mountainsides.

The name "Tianzishan"

It is named after the farmer Xiang Dakun of the Tujia ethnic group, who led a successful local farmers' revolt and called himself "tianzi." This means "son of heaven" and is the traditional epithet of the Chinese emperor.

How enchanting

Mt. Tianzishan is a typical sandstone formation, characterized by a multitude of densely gathered peaks, enjoying a reputation as "the king of all mountains." Most notably, almost half of the 3103 peaks of Zhangjiaje can be viewed from this lofty stage. It is not just an ordinary place: it is a "forest" of mountains, a "kingdom" of peaks, and a "sea" of summits!

In bygone days, the elderly would say, "Once you have seen the five holy mountains, you will lose interest in all others, but once you have viewed Huangshan Mountain, the five holy mountains will lose their allure." However, today's experienced travelers exclaim, "Once you behold the awesome face of Mt. Tianzishan, it is unnecessary to venture elsewhere!"

Four scenic wonders

A saying about Mt. Tianzishan goes: "Being not Mt. Huangshan but better than it." The landscape here varies in different seasons and also in one day, which makes Mt. Tianzishan a very interesting destination.

There are four highlights for the breathtaking sceneries: peak forest, cloud sea, sunrise and winter snow. Cloud and mist in the Mountain enjoys high reputation nationwide, especially just after the rain, which adds much charm to Mt. Tianzishan. Clouds and mists are the most common and wonderful sights here. It also has the largest bronze statue in China, the Statue of Marshal He Long.

Mt. Tianzishan Reserve

Mt. Tianzishan Reserve encompasses an area of 67 square kilometers and rises 1262 meters above sea level. Several tourist routes have been gradually developed along the summit, including Huanglong Spring, Fengxi Mountain, Laowuchang, Chapan Tower among other. They are embellished by over 100 graceful scenic wonders.

Getting there

There are at least 3 approaches to Mt.Tianzishan.

By elevator

The first is from Bailong Elevator, after elevator people take 45 minutes bus to Tianzi Mountain.

By cable car

The second is to take cable car at the lower cable station, 10 minutes cable take you to the top and then from the up cable station.

By minutes bus

Minutes bus transfer you to the center of Mt.Tianzishan (Helong park), regular tour group usually spend 2 hours to do sightseeing on the top and then take cable way back down. Some people spend a whole day on the top to see more places such as Dianjiang Platform, Shengtang Gulf and Immortal Bridge.

There are park buses connecting Zimugang, the Entrances, Shuiraoshimen, Bailong Elevator, Ten li gallery, lower cable station and Wulingyuan entrance.

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  Weather

  1. How are the four seasons in Zhangjiajie?
  2. When is the best time to go there?

  Food

  1. What can I buy there, is there any local specialty?
  2. How does Zhangjiajie cuisine taste? Is it spicy?

  Travel

  1. What to pack for a trip to Zhangjiajie?

  Customs

  1. Are there any ethnic minority groups?

  • How are the four seasons in Zhangjiajie?

    It's necessary for you to know something about your destination such as weather, the good time to travel there.

    Zhangjiajie is subtropical moist mountain climate, so the temperature is mild, rainfall is abundant, and frost period is short, the annual average temperature is 16C. Zhangjiajie is attractive all year round.

    In spring, all the flowers on mountains blossom, it is really a good time to do some hiking. In summer the forests flourish and are strongly fragrant, Zhangjiajie becomes a perfect place to spend summer. Autumn is a romantic season with the painting-like scenery, tourists have a lot to do here, like tasting fruit, hiking mountain. Winter provides tourists amazing scenery with snowy landscape, very suitable to admire plum blossoms in the snow.


  • When is the best time to go there?

    Generally speaking, Spring & Autumn is more suitable for traveling here, so, April, May, September, and October is the best time. However, please avoid coming here during golden week time as much as possible, then tourists are crowded and you have to pay much more for your food and accommodation.


  • What can I buy there, is there any local specialty?

    Zhangjiajie is also famous for local specialties, especially Chinese gooseberry fruit, Qingyan (green rock); Mingcui (tea green) Tea and Longxia (lobster) Tea. Don't worry; they don't cost you a lot.


  • How does Zhangjiajie cuisine taste? Is it spicy?

    Cuisine of Zhangjiajie is a little bit strong and spicy, but don't worry about it; we will try to provide proper food according to tourists' taste. Please tell us in advance if you have other requirements, we will try to make it for you!


  • What to pack for a trip to Zhangjiajie?

    • It rains a lot here, so bring umbrella or buy disposable raincoat, and wear comfortable clothes, light sports shoes if you plan to do hiking.

    • Also, don't forget to bring more clothes to keep warm in case of cold weather.

    • You'd better bring less carry-on baggage, but the things like sunscreen, medicine for insects' biting, cooling ointment should be included.

    • And bring more film to take photos, or you get to pay more for it here.


  • Are there any ethnic minority groups?

    There are mainly Tujia, Bai, Miao, Hui and other minority groups living in Zhangjiajie. No less than 7,000,000 minority peoples make up 50 of the total people there. Among them, Tujia ethnic minority people top first, next are Bai, Miao, and Hui. Other minority peoples include Man, Dong, and Yao. So, you definitely have a chance to enjoy distinctive ethnic folklore.

Ascend Mt. Tianzishan by cable car and you may think you have entered a fairyland. Mt. Tianzishan is noted for its peak forest, cloud sea, sunrise and winter snow. Enjoy splendid vistas of bizarre rock formations, precipitous cliffs, misty clouds and cascading waterfalls.

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