"Old Junshan is the place where one witnesses the glory of the world in person." This is a portrayal of Old Junshan in Henan. When the clouds rise in the mountains, the golden palace seems like a fairy palace floating in the air. Standing on the top of the mountain, I could almost hear the echoes of ancient celestial music. Old Junshan is not just a mountain, but also a dream of immortality left behind in the human world, waiting for you to come and explore.
📍Location: Luanchuan County, Luoyang (a 4.5-hour drive from Xi'an).
🗺️Opening Hours: 7:00-23:55.
💰Admission: CNY 100 per person (students get half-price discount).
🌅Sunrise: around 6:20 am; Sunset: around 6:30 pm.
🚌Transportation:
🚗Self-Driving: Navigate to "Old Junshan Scenic Area", and it takes around 4.5 hours by car.
🚄Train: After arriving at Luoyang Station, head to the opposite Jin Yuan Bus Station, and take the "Luoyang-Luanchuan" bus.
🚠Public Transportation: Once arrived at Luanchuan, take Bus No. 5 at Luanchuan Bus Station, and get off at "Old Junshan Scenic Area".
🌟Tour Route: Old Junshan Tour Route: Old Junshan Visitor Center-Ticket Checkpoint-First Cableway-Midway Gate-Ten-mile Screen-Southern Gate-Golden-top Taoist Temple Group-Sunset (Lighting)-Descend the Mountain.
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1⃣️The major scenic spots in Old Junshan are: Ten-mile Screen (about 2 hours required for a stroll), Funiu Mountain Main Peak (for panoramic views of the Golden-top Taoist Temple Group), and Golden Hall.
2⃣️The locations to watch the sunrise include: Mafan Ridge, Liangbao Terrace, Xiyi Corridor, and Daode Palace Observation Deck.
3⃣️The lighting time is from 17:40 to 18:10, so plan your schedule in advance.
4⃣️Don't bring instant noodles with you when visiting Old Junshan. A cup of hot water could cost CNY 5 if bought on the mountain, instead, you could purchase instant noodles on the mountain for CNY 12 including hot water. You could also bring some energy-boosting snacks and a bottle of water.
5⃣️Traveling with a group tour is the most cost-effective option when visiting Old Junshan.
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⚠️Notes for Visiting Old Junshan:
🔸If visiting during holidays, it is recommended to make a reservation on WeChat in advance. Without a reservation, you might not be able to enter Old Junshan during holidays.
🔸You must take the first cableway, as it is really far away. If you're exhausted, you could skip Ten-mile Screen and head straight to the Golden-top Taoist Temple Group. The Ten-mile Screen, however, offers a beautiful view worth seeing and taking pictures of.
🔸It is very cold on Old Junshan in winter ️🥶; remember to bring thick outerwear and pay attention to preventing slipping on snow.
🔸Night climbing at Old Junshan requires a reservation. It's not permitted during rainy days.
