Zhangjiajie National Forest Park
- Chinese name: 张家界国家森林公园(武陵源)
- Foreign name：Zhangjiajie National Forest Park | Wulingyuan
- Location: Zhangjiajie City, northwestern Hunan Province
- Climate zone: North subtropical monsoon humid climate
- Vegetation type: evergreen and deciduous broad-leaved mixed forest
- Attraction level: AAAAA level
- Area: 4810 hectares
- Suitable season for visiting: March to May
- Suggested visiting time: 1-2 days
- Ticket price: 227.00 yuan (price policy is different in low and peak seasons)
- Opening hours: March 1st-November 30th 07:00-18:00 (last entry 16:00); December 1st-February 28th of the following year 08:00-17:00
- Official phone number: 0744-5959888 0744-5712330, 0744-5611109
Zhangjiajie National Forest Park
Experience the Enchantment of Wulingyuan Scenic Area
A UNESCO World Heritage Site
Located in Zhangjiajie, China, the Wulingyuan Scenic Area is a wonderland of towering sandstone pillars, lush forests, and pristine streams. As a UNESCO World Heritage Site, this breathtaking destination has captivated visitors from around the globe with its surreal landscapes and unparalleled natural beauty.
Iconic Sandstone Peaks and Mystical Landscapes
Wulingyuan is home to over 3,000 quartz sandstone pillars, some reaching heights of over 200 meters. These majestic formations, often shrouded in mist, create an otherworldly atmosphere that inspired the floating mountains in the movie Avatar. Highlights include the Tianzi Mountain, known as the “Son of Heaven,” and Yuanjiajie, a must-visit for panoramic views of the stunning peaks.
An Adventure in Nature
Explore the park’s well-maintained trails, take a thrilling glass elevator ride up Bailong Elevator, or walk across the world-famous Zhangjiajie Glass Bridge suspended above the canyon. For a tranquil experience, enjoy a boat ride on Baofeng Lake, surrounded by lush greenery and dramatic cliffs.
Why Visit Wulingyuan?
Wulingyuan offers more than just scenic beauty—it’s a journey into a natural paradise that combines adventure, culture, and serenity. Whether you’re an avid photographer, a nature lover, or someone seeking a peaceful escape, this destination promises an unforgettable experience.
Start Your Journey to Wulingyuan!
Step into a world of wonder and let the magic of Wulingyuan Scenic Area inspire your spirit. Discover the landscapes that have made Zhangjiajie a global icon—book your visit today!
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Highlights of scenic spots
Yuan Jiajie: Landing on Pandora Planet in “Avatar”
Yuanjiajie is the filming location of “Hallelujah Mountain” in the movie “Avatar”, where you can explore the magical world of floating mountains and dotted with stars in the movie. If it happens that there is a light rain in the mountains, or when it clears up after the rain, you can enjoy the beautiful scenery of mist and peaks. Mihun Terrace is an ideal location for viewing the scenery. Standing on the platform, there are hundreds of stone peaks standing all around, which is majestic. Here you can also see the No. 1 Bridge in the World, which spans between the two mountains and has a vertical height difference of 357 meters.
Tianzi Mountain: The Son of Heaven does not look at the mountain when he returns
When visiting Tianzi Mountain, you will see various geological landscapes and peaks with strange shapes, such as Yubi Peak, Fairy Presenting Flowers, Dianjiang Terrace, Sky Garden, Fairy Bridge, etc. Don’t pay too much attention to the likeness of these natural shapes, because “primitive scenery and natural beauty” is the charm of Tianzi Mountain. Especially in the hazy fog after the rain and the early sunshine, it seems to be in a fairyland. When the mountains are covered with snow in winter, the scenery is even more charming.
Huangshizhai: Climb to the top to see all the small mountains
“If you don’t go to Huangshizhai, you can’t go to Zhangjiajie in vain.” Huangshizhai is a viewing platform in Zhangjiajie Forest Park. It is surrounded by cliffs and green trees, and the top of the village is often cloudy and foggy. Climb to the top of Huangshizhai and look around, you can experience the pride of “seeing all the mountains and small ones at a glance”.
Yangjiajie: Stimulus seeks in danger
Yangjiajie is mainly dominated by primitive scenery and natural beauty, with high mountains and narrow roads, known for its “dangerousness”, and is deeply loved by backpackers and explorers. The Wulongzhai in the scenic area is a very magical place in Zhangjiajie. In the past, the bandits in western Hunan lived here. Later, it was renamed according to the TV series “Wulongshan Bandit Suppression”. The cottage is built on the mountain, and there is still a road up and down the mountain. It takes hands and feet to climb to the top of the mountain.
Suoxi Valley: Natural Splashed Ink Landscape Scroll
Suoxiyu is also called Suoxi, because the stream in the scenic spot is shaped like a rope. Unlike other places in the forest park, it is shrouded in clouds and mists all year round, with clear streams running continuously in all seasons, and beautiful peaks can be seen everywhere. Shili Gallery is the essence of Suoxiyu. In the 5-kilometer-long canyon, there are fragrant wild flowers, strange peaks and rocks. Walking through it is like walking into a natural landscape painting.
Golden Whip Creek
Golden Whip Creek: The Filming Location of Journey to the West
Jinbianxi Canyon is the earliest area to be developed in the scenic area. A clear stream passes through the valley, with towering peaks on both sides, and greenery everywhere. This is also one of the filming locations of the classic version of “Journey to the West”. Movie fans can come here to see classic scenes such as Water Curtain Cave, Splitting the Mountain to Save the Mother and so on.
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