A Hassle-Free Guide for Your First Trip to Eastern Mountain Scenic Area in Huangshi, Hubei

Located in Xialu District, Huangshi City, Hubei Province, Eastern Mountain Scenic Area is a renowned AAAA-level tourist attraction, known as the "Best Mountain in the Three Chus". With an altitude of 475 meters, it primarily consists of three main peaks: Manqian Peak, Lansheng Peak, and Zouma Village. Covering an area of 18 square kilometers, it boasts a forest coverage rate exceeding 90%, making it the largest forest area in downtown Huangshi. The scenic area preserves eight ancient scenic spots: "Inverted Green Pine", "Frequent White Lotus Blossoms", "Lazy Iron Bull", "High-propped Stone Boat", "Moon Surging at the Zen Gate", "Sun-warmed Fairy Slippers", "Lingquan Holding Tin Staff", and "Clouds Resting in the Taoist Cave". Transportation Guide: Public Transportation: Visitors can take Huangshi city buses to Eastern Mountain Scenic Area. For example, take bus No. 11 from Nanjing Road Intersection to Dongfangshan Station, then walk or take the scenic area's shuttle bus. Self-driving: Visitors driving themselves can navigate to Eastern Mountain Scenic Area. From downtown Huangshi, drive along Dongfang Avenue to reach the destination. However, please note that the south gate of Eastern Mountain Scenic Area is a restricted area for private cars. Visitors need to park their cars in designated parking lots and then take the scenic area's bus or walk into the area. Transportation within the Scenic Area: Scenic Bus: One-way ticket price is 15 yuan, round-trip fare is 30 yuan. The bus takes passengers to the old south gate, after which you need to walk up the mountain. Scenic Shuttle Bus: Both one-way and round-trip fares are 10 yuan, available through the scenic area company's registered vehicles (requires personal connections). Accommodation Recommendations: There are hotels within Eastern Mountain Scenic Area, but most are located halfway up the mountain, making them more suitable for self-driving tourists. For visitors who prefer to stay in the city center, consider staying near the old Huangshi Railway Station, where shopping, accommodation, and transportation are convenient. Local Attraction Recommendations: Tuanchengshan Park: A AAAA-level scenic spot in Huangshi, located on the shore of Cihu Lake and Hangzhou Road, covering an area of about 1.6 square kilometers. It is a comprehensive park integrating natural sightseeing, leisure, and cultural art exhibitions. Huangshi National Mine Park: China's first national mine park, boasting Asia's largest hard rock reclamation base, and the second "National Industrial Tourism Demonstration Site" in Hubei Province after the Three Gorges Dam. Itinerary: Day 1: Morning: Visit Eastern Mountain Scenic Area, including Honghua Temple, the Three Sages of the East, and other attractions. Afternoon: After descending the mountain, visit Tuanchengshan Park, enjoy the beautiful scenery of Cihu Lake, and explore various attractions within the park. Evening: Explore downtown Huangshi at night and savor local cuisine. Day 2: Morning: Visit Huangshi National Mine Park, including the core landscape of the Mining and Metallurgical Grand Canyon. Afternoon: Return to the city center for free time or shopping. Food Recommendations: Guo Sanye · Clay Pot Soft-shelled Turtle · Signature Bullfrog · Hot Pot (New Xialu Branch): Average price is about 51 yuan/person. Sanwuxuan (Xialu Avenue Branch): Average price is about 60 yuan/person. Xinmanfulou (New Xialu Street Branch): Average price is about 61 yuan/person. Eastern Mountain Scenic Area not only offers beautiful natural scenery but also has a rich cultural heritage, making it a great destination for leisure, vacation, and sightseeing. This is Mr. Lin's Travel Channel, and I hope this travel guide can help you better plan your trip and enjoy a pleasant journey to Eastern Mountain!