Laojun mountain play guide
First, overview of the scenic spot
Laojun Mountain, located in Group 21, Qiliping Village, Luanchuan County, Luoyang City, Henan Province, is the main peak of 800li Funiu Mountain, 2217 meters above sea level. It is not only a magnificent natural landscape and profound cultural heritage, but also a national AAAAA tourist attraction, a world geopark and a national nature reserve. Laojun Mountain is named after Laozi, the first ancestor of Taoism in the Eastern Zhou Dynasty, which has a humanistic history of more than two thousand years and is the longest mountain in Taoism.
Second, traffic guide
Self-driving:
Navigate to Laojun Mountain Cloud view ropeway or Zhongling ropeway entrance, there is a parking lot in the scenic area for easy parking.
Parking Lot 13 is the recommended choice for self-driving travelers.
Bus:
Take the bus to Luanchuan County at Luoyang Bus Station or Longmen bus station, the ticket price is about 38-50 yuan, and the ride is about 2.5-3 hours.
After arriving in Luanchuan County, you can take the local bus or taxi to Laojunshan Geological Square, and then transfer to the scenic area small traffic to the ropeway entrance.
Group Tour:
Choose a day or two day tour to save your mind and effort, and the cost usually includes admission, return transportation and ropeway tickets.
Tour groups will pick up guests at various stops in Luoyang, such as Luoyang Station, Ying Tianmen Station, Longmen Station, etc.
Other ways:
Luoyang Longmen high-speed railway station near the carpool service to Laojun Mountain, about 60 yuan/person.
Network car can reach the gate of the scenic spot, but there are 8 kilometers from the first-level ropeway on the mountain pass, you need to take the scenic spot small traffic.
Third, tickets and cableway
Ticket:
Full ticket 100 yuan/person, elderly over 60 years old, children under 12 years old free admission, students, disabled, military and other special groups to enjoy discount vouchers.
Cableway:
First class ropeway (Zhongling Ropeway/Cloud View ropeway) : from the bottom of the mountain to the mid-sky gate location.
One-way up $70 / person, down $65 / person, round trip $130 / person.
It is recommended to buy a round trip ticket to save energy.
Second class ropeway (Fenglin ropeway) : from the Zhongtian Gate to the top of the ten Li painting screen entrance.
One-way up 45 yuan/person, down 40 yuan/person, round 80 yuan/person.
The climbing difficulty of the section is not high, and you can choose whether to ride according to the physical condition.
Fourth, travel route recommendation
Classic day Tour:
Visitor Center ticket gate → First class cableway → Zhongtian Gate
Zhongtian Gate → Ten Mile Painting Screen (walk, enjoy the beautiful mountain view)
Ten Li Painting screen → Ma Mane Ridge (the highest peak of Laojun Mountain, overlooking the rolling mountains and the sea of clouds)
Horsemane Ridge → South Gate
South Gate → Jinding Taoist Temple Group (Visit the Golden Hall, Lao Jun Temple, etc., feel the Taoist culture)
Jinding Taoist Temple Group → Hiking down/second-level ropeway down → Zhongtianmen
Zhongtian Gate → First class cableway downhill → Parking lot
Fifth, play precautions
Dress and equipment:
The temperature on the mountain is lower, it is recommended to wear a thick down jacket, hat, scarf, gloves and warm shoes.
Carry trekking poles for easy walking.
Power banks, sunglasses, sunscreen and other essential items.
Weather and Time:
Check the weather forecast in advance to avoid foggy days, so as not to affect the view.
The ascending time of the first class cableway generally ends at 16:00, and the ascending time must be reasonably arranged.
The golden top lighting time is generally around 17:40-18:10 in the afternoon, and the scenic spot will be adjusted according to the season and dark time, and pay attention to arranging the time to watch.
Food and Accommodation:
Mountain food prices are relatively high, it is recommended to bring some light high-calorie food, such as chocolate, Snickers and so on.
The mountain accommodation options are less and the price is higher, mainly concentrated in the vicinity of Zhongtianmen, such as pillow cloud B&B, etc., the price is about 1000 yuan/night, and the holiday is more expensive.
Mountain and Luanchuan county accommodation options are rich, affordable, complete supporting facilities.
Other tips:
Don’t bring your own instant noodles. Hot water may not be available on the mountain.
The mountain is windy, pay attention to take good care of personal belongings.
Respect local customs and religious beliefs and do not make loud noises or behave inappropriately in the temple.
Sixth, the surrounding scenic spot recommendation
After visiting Laojun Mountain, if time permits, you can also go to the surrounding Yangzi Ditch, Zhai Ditch, Stone temple Ditch and other scenic spots to play, these scenic spots with beautiful natural scenery and rich cultural landscape to attract many tourists.
According to the above guideline, I believe you can fully appreciate the magnificent scenery and profound cultural heritage of Laojun Mountain, and spend a pleasant journey.
