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Mount Fanjingshan's Red Clouds Golden Summit! Is this really Earth? Drone footage so stunning it'll make your legs weak!

[Fanjingshan Ultimate Guide] 2 Days & 1 Night in the "City in the Sky": Conquering Red Clouds Golden Summit + Complete Pitfall Avoidance Tips! Why must you go? Guizhou's sacred mountain! A 1-billion-year geological wonder featuring world-class sights like "Mushroom Rock" and "Ten Thousand Scrolls", also the last sanctuary of the Guizhou golden monkey. Marvel at three natural phenomena: sea of clouds, Buddha's halo, and sunrise – now a UNESCO World Heritage Site! Transport Guide High-speed rail: Guiyang North → Tongren South (1.5h), then transfer to tourist shuttle (1h) Driving perks: Navigate to "Fanjingshan Visitor Center", parking ¥30/day Pro tip: Book tickets 3 days in advance during peak season (¥120 entry + ¥20 shuttle) Must-see spots & hidden gems Red Clouds Golden Summit (2,336m) Scale vertical cliffs to witness the breathtaking twin temples at the summit! Best shot: Chengen Temple Square for panoramas – arrive before 7am to beat crowds Mushroom Rock 1-billion-year weathered wonder stone straight out of sci-fi! Nearby eats: "Miao Sour Fish Soup" at mountain base – tangy & spicy, ¥50/person Hidden wonder: Ten-Thousand-Meter Sleeping Buddha Mountain silhouette resembles reclining Buddha – best viewed from cable car Accommodation Picks Trendy stays: Fanjingshan Qixi Resort: Gold Summit-view rooms, ¥700+/night Fanjingshan Scholar's Home: Artsy vibe, ¥300+/night Avoid: Jiangkou County hotels! Choose Zhai Sha Dong Village homestays for stilt-house charm Food Checklist Must-try trio: Miao sour fish soup (perfect with wild mushrooms) She rice (Qingming Festival specialty) Crispy rice noodles (Tongren breakfast staple) Night snacks: Dong Village grilled tofu + rice wine Pro Tips Best seasons: Apr-Jun (azalea blooms), Sep-Nov (peak cloud sea period) Outfit: Anti-slip shoes + windbreaker (huge temperature difference at summit) Secret move: Sunrise hikes double your chance of seeing Buddha's halo!
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