Yuanjiajie, located in the north of Zhangjiejie National Forest Park, is a mountain platform with an area of about 1,200 hectares (3,000 acres) and an average altitude of 1,074 meters (1,174 yards). It has the prototype of the Hallelujah Mountain in the film Avatar and there are many peaks and valleys. So far, there are some Tujia people living in the Yuanjiajie, from whom one can experience the Tujia customs.
Yuanjiajie Scenic Area in Zhangjiajie Yuanjiajie
Recommended Attractions in Yuanjiajie
The First Bridge under the Sun
The First Bridge under the Sun, also known as Rocky Natural Bridge, is the iconic attraction of Yuanjiajie. The bridge is about 2 meters (2.2 yards) wide and 5 meters (5.5 yards) thick. It spans 25 meters (27 yards) between two mountains and has a vertical height of 400 meters (440 yards). It is a rocky natural bridge with the largest vertical height found in the world so far. However, visitors are not allowed to step onto it for safety’s sake and can only appreciate it at a distance.
Back Garden
It is known as the “Natural Bonsai”. The stone peaks in Back Garden are in various poses with a stream flowing around; the ancient trees in the mountains are towering. The whole landscape is very beautiful, just like the back garden of the ancient Chinese imperial palace.
Enchanting Stage
Enchanting Stage, also known as Mihun Stage, is the best viewing stage in Yuanjiajie. When standing there, one can see that there are hundreds of peaks standing around and the scenery is extremely wonderful and spectacular. It is said that visitors can be enchanted by the beauty of the scenery, so this stage was named “Enchanting Stage”.
Avatar Hallelujah Mountain
Avatar Hallelujah Mountain, also known as Southern Sky Column, is the prototype of the Hallelujah Mountain in the famous American epic science fiction film “Avatar”. The mountain with peculiar shape has a vertical height of about 150 meters (165 yards) and has lush vegetation on the top.
Bailong Elevator in Yuanjiajie
Bailong Elevator in YuanjiajieYuanjia Village
It is the only well-preserved Tujia village of the 18 villages in the Zhangjiajie. One can experience the folk customs of the Tujia people and know about their living habits and culture.
Kind Reminders:
1. There are many cliffs and mountain roads in Yuanjiajie, so please pay attention to safety when playing.
2. There are monkeys in some areas of Yuanjiajie. Please do not provoke them to avoid being attacked.
3. There is Bailong Elevator taking visitors to top of Yuanjiajie directly, taking 1m58s. If hiking on foot, it takes 2-3 hours.
How to Get to Yuanjiajie
First, one needs to get to Zhangjiajie National Forest Park. From Zhangjiajie Long-distane Bus Station in downtown, there are long-distance buses available. The duration is about 40 minutes and ticket fare is CNY20. After, there are two ways available to reach Yuanjiajie from the entrance of the Zhangjiajie National Forest Park.
Route 1: The entrance - Golden Whip Stream - Laomo Wan - “Getting Together From Farway” Rocks - Luancuan Slope - Yuanjiajie
It needs about 4-hour walking and enough physical strength.
Route 2: The entrance - Golden Whip Stream - Water Winding Four Gates - Bailong Elevator – Sightseeing Bus to Yuanjiajie
It takes relatively short time to reach Yuanjiajie with the help of Bailong Elevator and sightseeing bus. However, the queueing time for the elevator may take 2 hours during the peak season.
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