Just returned from Lao Jun Mountain, a travel destination I was tricked into visiting by social media.

️ Just got back from Lao Jun Mountain and was literally moved to tears by its beauty! Though I was lured there by social media posts, it was absolutely worth every penny~ Here's a practical guide I've put together for you all—save it fast!

✨Attraction Recommendations
🔸Golden Summit Taoist Temple Complex (2,217m above sea level)
A Ming-Qing ancient architectural complex surrounded by clouds, like a fairyland ⛅️
Must-visits: Five Mothers Golden Hall, Daode Mansion
Best time: Sunrise viewing in the early morning, perfect for blessings 🙏

🔹Ten-Mile Painting Corridor
"Reach out to touch the white clouds, feeling like a celestial being" ☁️
The granite peak forest is truly breathtaking! Bring a wide-angle lens
Photo tip: Best lighting and fewer crowds before 9 AM

🔸Dream Chasing Valley (23°C in summer)
Waterfalls, streams + thousand-year-old ancient trees 🌲
Recommended activities: Summer retreat/autumn foliage viewing
Super high photo success rate—a must-visit for fairies!

🔹Laozi Cultural Park
Immersive Taoist cultural experience
Try the rubbing workshop—both educational and fun

🍜Must-Try Foods
【Three Treasures of Luanchuan】
1️⃣Tofu Banquet (Yishuiwan Hotel)
Recommendations: Tofu pudding, crispy tofu (~¥50 per person)
2️⃣Acorn Jelly
Refreshing and cool—any stall at the scenic area entrance is good
3️⃣Hutu Noodles
¥10 for a super filling portion! The auntie gives generous servings

🥘Post-Hike Meal
Lamb soup at "Old Luoyang Noodle House"
Add lamb offal—the broth is incredibly flavorful and warming!

🚗Transport Guide
From Luoyang:
🚌Bus: Direct from train station/high-speed rail station (1.5h)
🚗Drive: Navigate to "Laojun Mountain Scenic Area" (2h)

🏡Accommodation Recommendations
Mountain-top:
💰¥80 hostel beds (perfect for sunrise viewing)
🌥️Golden Summit homestays (wake up to sea of clouds)

Mountain-base:
"Yunshang Qiangwei Homestay" (super photogenic!)

🗺️Itinerary Suggestions
Day trip: Cable car up → Golden Summit → Ten-Mile Painting Corridor → Cable car down
Two-day trip:
Day1: Main scenic area
Day2: Dream Chasing Valley/Zhaigou hiking descent

⚠️Practical tips:
1️⃣Big temperature difference at summit—bring a jacket
2️⃣Raincoat essential! Weather changes suddenly
3️⃣Wear anti-slip shoes at all costs!!