China Travel Guide

Tianmen Mountain, called Yunmeng Mountain in old times, is a mountain famous for its natural wonder of Tianmen Cave. The mountain top is relatively flat but densely occupied by secondary primitive forest and rare plants. Every inch of the place is covered with old trees, cirrus, moss, stalagmites, and clints, creating a fascinating human paradise. Basic Facts about Tianmen Mountain Chinese Name: 天门山 Tianmen Mountain (Heaven’s Gate Mountain)/tyen-mnn shan/  Altitude: 1519 meters. Location: Downtown, Yongding District, Zhangjiajie, China (50km from Zhangjiajie National Forest). Mountain Area: 2,000 square meters. Climate: subtropical monsoon climate. Entrance Ticket: 258 RMB/pax. Famous Sights: The 99 Bends, Tianmen Cave, Tianmen Cable Way. Tianmen Mountain What to Expect of Tianmen Mountain Tianmen Cave - Heaven’s Gate Tianmen Cave is a water-eroded cave located in the middle part of the Tianmen Mountain. The rock stratum on the southern and northern side of the mountain fell Tianme...

Nestled against the Tuojiang River and surrounded by mountains, Fenghuang Ancient Town is like a pearl scattered by god. The authentic Chu culture, the melodious Fenghuang local language, the richly ornamented Miao costumes, the delicious minority food, the primitive local operas, the original batik and silvers, and the charming hills and clear rivers form a picturesque scenery. Inside the town, you will find about 68 old buildings, 116 ancient ruins, 120 exclusive residences from Ming and Qing Dynasties, 20 paths paved with stones and slabs. Let’s discover the charm of this small town! Fenghuang Ancient Town History of Fenghuang Ancient Town Legend has it that a phoenix once flew over the place and found it so beautiful that it decided to live here forever. Therefore, people regard the place as the Fenghuang Fenghuang Town (Phoenix) town. Besides, there is a mountain in the southwest of the city that resembles a phoenix about to fly. During the Spring and Autumn and the Warring States...