Wuyi Mountain
Known for the unique landscapes of Danxia landform, bamboo raft drifting in Jiuqu Creek, millennium tea culture (hometown of Dahongpao), and the birthplace of Zhu Xi's Neo Confucianism, it is an excellent destination for natural exploration and cultural immersion
Introduction to Scenic Spots
Wuyi Mountain, the epitome of Danxia landform, is a world cultural and natural heritage site. Here, the peaks compete for beauty, the winding Jiuqu River is like a green belt, the tea fields are covered in lush greenery, and the Zhuxi Academy and ancient cliff tombs are scattered among them. It is an ideal place to explore the ancient world, enjoy tea and nourish the heart. Drifting on a bamboo raft with nine twists and turns, ascending to the sky to overlook the sea of clouds, exploring the legend of the mother tree of the Great Red Robe, and experiencing the shock of "Three Three Beauties of Clear Water Like Jade, Six Six Extraordinary Peaks of Green Piercing the Sky".
Historical origin
The name of Wuyi Mountain began in the Han Dynasty. During the Shang and Zhou Dynasties, ancient Yue people lived there, leaving the mystery of hanging coffins. The Tang Dynasty Fengshan Grand Ceremony established its status as a famous Taoist mountain, and during the Song Dynasty, Zhu Xi gave lectures and founded Neo Confucianism. The Tea Horse Ancient Road also made it the starting point of the Ten Thousand Mile Tea Road. Throughout history, literati such as Fan Zhongyan and Lu You have left over a thousand poems and writings, and cliff carvings are scattered throughout the mountains and waters.
Core attractions
Tianyou Peak: the first dangerous peak in Wuyi, an excellent viewing point for sunrise over the sea of clouds.
Jiuqu Creek Bamboo Raft Drifting: 9.5 kilometers in total, crossing the Danxia Gallery and listening to raft workers explain legends.
Da Hong Pao Mother Tree: Six 350 year old trees, the legendary birthplace of tea fragrance.
Shuilian Cave: Danxia Cave Waterfall, a cool and secret place in summer.
Wuyi Palace: The ruins of the millennium Taoist temple, Liuyong Temple, and Wanchun Garden exude a serene ancient charm.
Classic Tour Route
One day tour: Tianyou Peak → Tea Cave → Taoyuan Cave → Jiuqu Creek Bamboo Raft → Wuyi Palace
Two day tour: D1 Big Red Robe → Water Curtain Cave → Rock Bone Fragrant Wandering Path; D2 Baiyun Temple Sunrise → Yulin Pavilion Kiln Site → Xiamei Ancient Village
Best travel time
Spring and Autumn (March May/September November): The temperature is suitable, and the clouds and mist are like a fairyland.
Season selection: rainstorm in summer, wet and cold in winter, and dense tourists in July and August.
Transportation Guide
High speed railway: take No. 7 bus (40 minutes/10 yuan) or taxi (about 30 yuan) to Mount Wuyi North Station.
Airport: Mount Wuyi Airport → Scenic Area (about 50 yuan/30 minutes by taxi).
Self driving: 3 hours from Fuzhou, 4 hours from Nanchang, navigate the "South Entrance of Mount Wuyi Scenic Area".
Cost List
Admission: Three day combo ticket+sightseeing bus+Jiuqu bamboo raft 365 yuan (peak season), two-day combo ticket 235 yuan.
Experience projects: Dahongpao performance (198 yuan/person), tea making experience (80 yuan/person), rock tea tasting (50 yuan/brew).
precautions
Opening hours: 6:30-18:00 (last bamboo raft at 15:00).
Wear non slip shoes when climbing, do not climb unopened areas, and bring your own garbage down the mountain.
Luggage storage: Free storage at the South Entrance Visitor Center (large luggage needs to be stored at the hotel).
Travel Tips
Bring sunscreen clothes and hats, mosquito repellent, taste Langgu smoked goose and Zixi powder, and visit the starting point of Meiwanli Tea Road. After rain, the probability of climbing a mountain in a sea of clouds is high, and in the morning, you will meet a tea picker while hiking.