Huangshan Travel Notes | Returning from Huangshan without seeing the peak

On March 1, 2018, we returned to Hangzhou from Shanghai. Our first priority was to pick up the car. We hadn’t seen him for more than two months and missed him very much. Every time my husband leaves the car, he has a relapse of "persecution paranoia". He always thinks someone will damage our car. But thanks to my husband, he is very cautious every time he parks, especially when parking for a long time, which saves me a lot of worry.

The underground garage in my sister's community is very large. We tried hard to remember where we parked it before we set off, but when we came back we still forgot everything. We could only rely on fuzzy memories to figure it out, and finally found little H in a corner. It parked there quietly, except for a little puppy urine on the tires, everything was normal.

Hangzhou deserves to be the capital of the Internet. You can always see some new things when walking on the street. We always compare whether Beijing has this and whether Shanghai has this. Shared cars are quite interesting, but based on national conditions, this kind of shared car is too easy to be damaged. We have seen a female driver using it to practice reversing, and judging from the current situation, It may take some time for first-tier cities like Beijing, Shanghai and Guangzhou to see it.

I have been to Hangzhou several times, but I have only been to West Lake once. My husband has not been there yet. Although I am not interested in the scenic spots in the city, since I am here and have nothing to do, I went over to see what one yuan looks like. .

The weather was not good that day, the clouds were thick, and the beauty of the West Lake was not visible at all.

If I were to evaluate West Lake, it would be in two words: There are so many people! Maybe it’s because there is no charge. This place has become a place for adults and aunts to hang out. For them, this is just a park for walking.

On the way back to the hotel in the afternoon, I passed by a renovated store. Boards of wood were piled haphazardly on the sidewalk, and nails were thrown onto it without any regard for passers-by. We reminded each other to pay attention to our steps, but my stupid husband still fell into the trap and stepped on a big nail, bleeding profusely. I helped him to a nearby KFC, and then bought a band-aid to stop the bleeding. Fortunately, the nail did not penetrate deeply into the flesh, and the blood stopped flowing after a while. But we know the seriousness of this matter, and we must go to the hospital for tetanus in time, otherwise we will be like the teacher in "Children of Yellowstone" and die in the end.

Going to the hospital is our biggest headache. We would go there from time to time in Beijing. It was very troublesome to queue up, register, check up, and prescribe medicine.

But the hospitals in Hangzhou gave us a new experience in medical treatment. In the past, we often saw in the news which hospitals had introduced systems to enable patients to see doctors efficiently. But we never discovered it before we left Beijing. Our inherent thinking told us that what we didn’t have in Beijing wouldn’t be available anywhere else. At that time, our confidence came entirely from the fact that we were in Beijing.

After entering a hospital in Hangzhou, I ran to the registration window. When I arrived, I was asked to register by myself. This was the first time I used self-service appointment registration. It was very convenient, concise and clear. At the end, it also prompted me where to wait for treatment. This is the first time in our history. The fastest medical visit took less than ten minutes. Of course, at the time of writing this article, self-service registration has become popular. It can only be said that China is developing very fast.

On March 4, 2018, we set off for Yiwu.

We went to Yiwu again, mainly because Yiwu had such a great impact on us. We never thought that small commodities could really be made into an international style. It is complex but not cluttered. The aisles are spacious enough for riding a bicycle. The shops are lined up in rows and the goods are arranged in an orderly manner.

This time we mainly visited the imported goods area, where there were many foreign small commodities, drinks, mineral labels and other local specialties.

This pottery drum is my harvest, a specialty of Africa. Even though it is small, the pottery drum body has a rich and resonant sound, which is perfect for us with limited space. It has become one of my entertainments to kill boredom.

Leaving Yiwu, on the 210 Provincial Road with undulating altitude near Pujiang River, along the Qian River, there are some quaint small villages on both sides. They are located deep in the mountains, and each village has its own characteristics. We stopped at a place called Qianxi Yougu Light Resort.

The village is not big, but it has everything you need for walking, listening and seeing. The simple architecture is paired with thoughtful paintings. You can walk among the specialty shops accompanied by the singing on the stage, and admire the merchandise displays that reveal the store's personality. Here, you can often see novelty things, including real African drums and strange natural musical instruments. People can’t help but want to talk to the boss, but the boss who is a Buddhist often just hangs a sign at the door. , it says that the boss is in Kenya or other places. If you want to buy something, please scan the QR code to pay, etc. Of course, these shops will have a little housekeeper. If you have any questions, you can go to her. She will help these Buddha-natured bosses open and close the shop and do other trivial matters. Occasionally when we get tired of shopping, we sit in the stands and listen to music. The ones singing are the bosses who are idle and bored, or the young people and staff nearby. Their harmonious atmosphere makes it feel like a party, very Relax comfortably, order a drink, sit and chat, and feel the lively and casual atmosphere around you.

There is actually an insect museum in such a small village, but the museum's appearance is not eye-catching, so it took us a while to find it. As soon as I stepped into the inconspicuous facade, the furnishings and atmosphere inside made my eyes light up. There are various creative handicrafts placed in the courtyard, marked with the age of so-and-so from which they were made. The small tables in the middle are full of children. They are each playing with the works in their hands, focusing and yet lively. The energy makes people feel cute.

The 10 yuan ticket made us have no hope for the specimens upstairs, but we were surprised again. We walked around for a full hour. The entire upstairs area was full of various specimens. Every time we thought we would find them again after browsing, The New World, I finally finished appreciating it when my eyes were tired from looking at it and my legs were tired from standing. Most of the museum contains butterfly specimens, national butterflies and rare butterfly species from all over the world, as well as some insect and mineral specimens.

This is also a paradise for children. Noisy children often rush to a certain specimen, watch carefully, and then run downstairs with their friends.

After going downstairs, I chatted with the curator and learned that in addition to running this museum, she occasionally provides classes on insects and creative handicrafts, as well as observation of live animals such as various small beetles, and can also teach you how to make butterfly specimens. Very informative and interesting.

She also told us that this place belongs to Pujiang County’s “Niajiujianli” rural tourism maker base. It is the second batch of Chinese rural tourism maker demonstration bases approved by the National Tourism Administration. It is a government-supported project and all shops can enjoy free shopping. Discount on annual rent.

In fact, "Twenty-nine Rooms" has quite a history. It is the largest existing single ancient house in Pujiang. In the center is the Runde Hall of the main house, with connected corridors up and down. There are six large and small patios, which means six and six good fortunes. There is an eight-passage firewall in the middle, which can divide such a large house into 7 small units to prevent the spread of fire. (from encyclopedia)

This place is mainly for self-driving tours, so there is no shortage of RV bases. It can be seen that 15 to 20 RVs can be parked. There are water and electricity connections, which is very convenient. The location of the base is also great. It is located between ancient buildings and next to a fish pond. The ancient houses and red lanterns are reflected in the fish pond, which is very beautiful.

When camping at night, we unexpectedly discovered that the place was fully covered by wireless networks. It was considered a high-standard camping experience for us.

The temperature in the mountainous area was still very low at night, and I shivered when I went to the toilet. Fortunately, I was dry and warm in the car. Get up early and have breakfast. You can also see many unique small villages along the way. I can imagine that it will be more beautiful in summer.

The parking areas set aside on both sides of the provincial highway can reflect the local government's support and intention for this "maker base".

Our next destination is Huangshan Mountain in Anhui Province. When we were making scenic spot plans before departure, Huangshan Mountain was finally chosen after several screenings. Maybe it’s because of the saying “Don’t see Mount Huangshan when you return”.

I had my car serviced in Huangshan City and had it washed for free. The old man washed it for a long time, and the mud and water kept flowing. He kept asking us: "Don't you guys wash your car? Why is it so dirty? "Yes, we wash our cars by rubbing our hands, or relying on the weather, so we replied: "Uncle, don't rinse it, it won't be clean anyway. ”

I won’t go into details about the advantages of the scenic spot. The guides on the Internet can describe it in great detail. Here I mainly want to complain and point out the things that need attention.

The front of the scenic area is very chaotic. Old men and women carry small bags selling tea, raincoats, hiking poles and specialties. However, these teas are actually tea roots and the quality is very poor.

The hotel attracts people in various ways, and the restaurant that originally looked good was frightened by these people and did not dare to go in.

Regarding restaurants near Huangshan Scenic Area, you must read the reviews on Dianping as appropriate. Many of them are because the store owners say that if the hotel reviews the hotel with five stars and a certain number of words, they will get complimentary dishes. The food may not necessarily be delicious or authentic. In fact, it only takes two or three days to go to the scenic spot, eat some ordinary food, and then go back to Huangshan City to eat specialties. It may be more cost-effective.

I used to often hear my husband say that his first impression of Anhui was a documentary he watched when he was a child, which introduced the delicacy of Anhui's She County, hairy tofu. He said that he must try it when he comes to Anhui. To be honest, the hairy tofu is really delicious, crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, melting in your mouth. I recommend it to everyone, but I don’t recommend you to eat it in restaurants under the Huangshan Scenic Area, as the hairy tofu there tastes average. You can find hairy tofu in any small shop in Huangshan City. In addition, the stinky mandarin fish tastes pretty good besides being salty.

Fortunately, we found a restaurant at the foot of Huangshan Mountain. The food was very delicious. What made us more comfortable was that the owner of this store would patiently explain the climbing route and precautions to you, and also provide some very useful information. The key information, he said that he turned out to be a staff member of Huangshan. We ate at his house during the past few days in Huangshan, but it takes some luck to encounter this kind of restaurant.

Hotels in Huangshan are no exception. There are all kinds of small pits waiting for you. We stayed at the Seven Days Inn. The front desk told us that there was a free explanation about Huangshan in the lobby. In fact, it was the people from the travel agency who were pulling people in. When we asked, we all ended up falling behind. In terms of money, after asking for information about Huangshan, we were asked "do we want to join a group tour" every time we entered and left the hotel.

Tickets for the Huangshan Scenic Area allow you to enter the park twice in three days. Remember to bring your ID card. What’s interesting is that the guide I read online said that you need to register and take photos. We called to ask how to enter the park for the second time. The official said that we don’t need to register and take photos now, because now we will do it when we buy tickets or enter the park. There were photos taken. But when we entered the park for the second time, the ticket inspector said to us, "Show me the photo." Selfie on the mountain, my God, this verification method is too casual!

The cableway in the scenic area has a time limit. The cable car stops after 4:30. If there is no cable car, it is said that it will take about 3 and a half hours to walk down the mountain.

I won’t introduce the route to you here, because Huangshan’s conventional route planning is already very mature. You can find a lot of information online, and there are also recommended route maps at the entrance of the scenic spot.

When hiking, you must carry a bag and bring some food and water. Things in scenic spots are so expensive that it is not important. The main thing is that you may not be able to arrive at the meal time. If it is after the meal time, there may not be anything to eat. There are many supermarkets at the foot of the mountain that sell self-heating rice, self-heating hot pot and local snacks. Self-heating rice is recommended here, and you must buy the brand name. Read the instructions carefully before eating. Nothing can compare to the fatigue of mountain climbing. It was refreshing to have a hot meal after all. After all, not everyone can afford a bowl of beef noodles for RMB 65. But having said that, if you have seen the vegetable carrier carry two large baskets of vegetables step by step from the bottom of the mountain to the top of the mountain, and your body is almost pressed into a right angle, you may be able to accept this price.

There are many guides on the Internet saying that you can camp in Huangshan. We actually saw a couple carrying moisture-proof mats and tents. They went to a camping spot with relatively good reviews online, near the Baiyun Hotel. But as for the equipment they brought, I only It can be said that they are still too young. No matter how hot it is during the day in the mountainous area, at night, the temperature drops suddenly. We would not dare to sleep in the mountain without a sleeping bag with temperatures above -10 degrees Celsius. As expected, the next day I saw this pair of star-crossed couples in the KFC down the mountain, their eyes blurred and sleepy.

The welcoming pine in Huangshan Mountain is not recommended. Originally, we wanted to see this famous tree that is well-known at home and abroad. But when you actually arrive in Huangshan and look around, there are welcoming pine trees everywhere. They are just "welcoming pine trees". This name only belongs to this tree. However, the Welcome Pine is located near the cableway going down the mountain. It doesn’t hurt to go and have a look if you have enough time. After all, everyone only knows that there is a “Welcome Pine” in Huangshan Mountain.

The entire Huangshan scenic spot is prohibited from flying, so don’t bring a drone with you. Furthermore, the entire scenic spot is also non-smoking. If you think you can’t find it after taking two puffs, you are wrong. According to our observation, areas with dense crowds and areas with many trees will have a lot of surveillance. If you are If caught, the person will be fined in the lightest way and detained in the most serious case. During the tour, there will also be announcements constantly informing tourists about the ban on smoking and the consequences of smoking.

Knee pads and trekking poles are still needed for climbing Huangshan Mountain. After all, you are going up and down the mountain all day long. It is crucial to protect your knees and increase power. Our knees feel like they are worn out at the end of the day. Kneepads and hiking poles can be bought everywhere, just remember: The closer to the gate of the scenic spot, the more expensive they are.

Regarding the Huangshan specialties near the scenic spot, we are strongly advised not to buy them. We just read online guides and fell for the trick. The things we bought were super unpalatable. We never expected that we had avoided other pitfalls but not this pitfall of specialties. "Huangshan , there is always a pit suitable for you.”

Enjoy more pictures👇

After two days of climbing, we harvested a piece of clothing pickled by salt👇

On the 323rd day on the road, we stayed overnight in Huangshan.