Qingcheng Mountain is one of the birthplaces of Taoism in China, as well as a world cultural heritage, known as the "secluded city under heaven".
Qianshan essence Scenic Spot
Qianshan is the core of Taoist culture, with temples and shrines scattered throughout and incense thriving.
Jianfu Palace: The starting point of the mountain gate, built in the Tang Dynasty, with a peaceful and tranquil environment.
Yuecheng Lake: You can take a boat across the lake (about 5 minutes) to the cableway station, where the lake and mountains complement each other.
Shangqing Palace: located on the top of the mountain, built in the Jin Dynasty, it is an excellent place to watch the sunrise and the panoramic view of Dujiangyan Irrigation Project water conservancy project. There are murals and stone carvings of famous figures such as Zhang Daqian and Xu Beihong in the palace.
Laojun Pavilion: The highest peak in Qingcheng (1260 meters above sea level), a towering tower with an excellent view from the summit.
Tianshi Cave (Changdao Temple): the site of the Qingcheng Mountain Taoist Association. It is said that Tianshi Zhang Daoling once practiced here. There are precious cultural relics such as millennium ginkgo trees and the Three Emperors Stone Carvings inside.
Houshan essence Scenic Spot
The back mountain wins with its natural scenery, like a paradise on earth.
Tai'an Ancient Town: The starting point at the foot of the back mountain, a quaint town where you can taste rural cuisine and buy mountain products.
Wulonggou: Known as the most beautiful area in the back mountain scenery, with fast flowing streams, numerous waterfalls, and boardwalks built along steep cliffs.
Longyin Gorge boardwalk: an ancient boardwalk that allows you to experience the feeling of being in a painting while walking through the canyon.
Another village: a resting place on the mountainside where there are farmhouses for dining and accommodation. From now on, you can take the Baiyun cableway up to the mountaintop.
Baiyun Temple: The highest point in the back mountain, the temple is relatively new but has a wide view.
Cuiying Lake: a narrow lake between two mountains that must be crossed by ferry (about 2 minutes), full of fun.
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Voltage and socket
The standard voltage in China is 220V. The commonly used socket shape is as shown in the picture. Most luxury hotel rooms are equipped with universal sockets, and tourists can also rent socket adapters at the hotel front desk.
Make a phone call
When a foreign mobile phone dials a Chinese fixed-line phone in China, it is necessary to dial the China area code (+86) and the city area code (e.g. Beijing +10) before the fixed-line phone number to be dialed.
When a foreign mobile phone dials a Chinese mobile number, it is necessary to dial the Chinese area code (+86) before the mobile number of the person being called.
Emergency call:
Call the police: 110
Fire emergency: 119
Traffic police: 122
Emergency: 120
Purchase a SIM card for a Chinese mobile phone
At major airports serving as ports of entry in China, there are designated counters for communication service providers, such as China Mobile and China Unicom. Foreign tourists can purchase SIM cards for Chinese mobile phones simply by presenting their passports.
Traffic safety tips
In China, all vehicles drive on the right side of the road, and both drivers and passengers must wear seat belts.
Health and medical tips
It is recommended to bring along commonly used medications (such as painkillers or gastrointestinal medications). If you need to take prescribed medication for an extended period, it is advisable to prepare sufficient quantities before departure and carry along doctor's certification documents, medical records, etc.
It is recommended to visit the international medical department of a general hospital or a foreign-funded hospital for treatment, as they generally provide medical services in English.
It is recommended to purchase relevant insurance before departure, and properly keep diagnosis certificates, outpatient medical records, fee lists, prescriptions, invoices, etc.
Cultural taboo
China is a multi-ethnic country, and there are significant differences in customs and habits among various ethnic groups. Especially when traveling in ethnic minority areas, it is important to pay attention to cultural taboos, such as taking off shoes when entering a Dai bamboo house, avoiding pork in Hui restaurants, and treating Buddhist statues, scriptures, and beads as sacred objects that must not be touched. It is recommended to listen carefully to the pre-trip introduction provided by the accompanying personnel and respect local culture and customs.
