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Huangshan Travel Guide

Huangshan is renowned worldwide for its "Five Wonders": peculiar pines, grotesque rocks, sea of clouds, hot springs, and winter snow.

Pre-Trip Preparation:
1. Documents: Bring your ID card. Tickets and cable car tickets can be booked in advance on official platforms.
2. Clothing: Huangshan has significant temperature differences between day and night. Even in summer, bring long-sleeved jackets. In winter, pack sufficient warm gear.
3. Others: Comfortable hiking shoes, trekking poles, raincoats, water, and high-energy snacks (like chocolate).

Route Planning:
1. One-Day Tour: Take the cable car from Yungu Temple up the mountain, visit Shixin Peak, Lion Peak, Monkey Gazing at the Sea, Bright Summit, Lotus Peak (if open), and the Greeting Pine, then descend via Yuping Cable Car. This compact route covers major attractions.
2. Two-Day Tour: Day 1 - Ascend from Yungu Temple, visit Shixin Peak, Black Tiger Pine, etc., then enjoy Xihai Grand Canyon at Paiyun Pavilion in the afternoon. Stay overnight near Bright Summit. Day 2 - Watch sunrise early, then pass Aoyu Peak, Hundred-Step Ladder to Greeting Pine before descending.

Must-Visit Attractions:
1. Greeting Pine: The symbol of Huangshan, over 1,000 years old with elegant posture.
2. Lotus Peak: Huangshan's highest peak, offering panoramic mountain views from the summit.
3. Bright Summit: With expansive views, it's perfect for sunrise, sunset, and sea of clouds.

Food Recommendations:
1. Huangshan Baked Cake: Crispy outside, tender inside, savory and delicious.
2. Stinky Mandarin Fish: Smelly but tasty, with tender flesh.
3. Hairy Tofu: Fermented tofu with white fuzz, unique in flavor.

Accommodation Suggestions:
Mountain-top lodging is expensive; consider Bright Summit or Baiyun Hotel. At the foot, Tangkou Town offers more affordable options.

Tips:
1. Huangshan weather changes frequently; check forecasts and bring rain gear.
2. Pace yourself while hiking to conserve energy.