This is Anji

Before officially starting this travelogue, let's discuss a question with everyone first! I believe many friends have been to Switzerland for tourism, or have seen promotional videos or photography works of Swiss tourism, and so on. The natural scenery of this small European country is extremely superior, with lush trees and a few distinctive houses, making it look particularly comfortable. And Switzerland's living conditions are also quite comfortable, making it a very livable place. So is there any place in China that feels very similar to it? In fact, not far from Hangzhou, there is a small place in Zhejiang. Not to mention that it is the same as Switzerland, but through this trip, its scenery and living conditions suddenly made me feel so similar to Switzerland, which is also very livable and tourism friendly.

This place is the destination of this trip, Gaojiatang Village in Anji County, Huzhou City, Zhejiang Province. If you come from Hangzhou for a self driving tour, it only takes 1.5 hours to play, which is just a good distance. Of course, Jiangsu, Zhejiang, Shanghai, and Anhui are not far away. Gaojiatang Village is surrounded by good vegetation and beautiful mountains and rivers, making it one of the first demonstration villages for comprehensive well-off construction in Zhejiang Province. Many friends from other places may feel unfamiliar with this name, but it's not important. For tourists like me, fun is the most important thing. This is not Switzerland, this is Angie!

Gaojiatang Village

Due to insufficient summer vacation balance, I have planned to come to Gaojiatang Village for two days to play. First of all, I was attracted by the scattered and orderly houses here. Although it is a rural area, it is said to be a 3A level scenic spot, and once the celebrity Huang Bo sang on the Spring Festival Gala, the background behind it was Gaojiatang Village. It can be seen how high-quality this small village, which has appeared on the stage of the Spring Festival Gala, is. And I found that the village has already carried out the classification of "dry garbage" and "wet garbage", so the hygiene situation here is very good. It is also not affected by industry, and the air is always very transparent, making it perfect for living, vacation, or tourism photography.

The Xianlong Lake in the village doesn't look very large, and the water surface is also very stable. Every day, some fishing enthusiasts gather here. And with the development of rural tourism, some tables and chairs have also been set up by the lake, even sitting here to daydream is excellent. The small villa by the lake is also very eye-catching, and it is indeed easy to associate it with Switzerland.

In fact, in some closer areas of Jiangsu, Zhejiang, Shanghai, and Anhui, some tourists with keen sense of smell have come here for vacation on holidays, so the village has also operated a batch of high-quality homestays. Compared to the nearby Moganshan, the homestays here are more casual and less exquisite, and of course, their prices are relatively lower. Give me a feeling more like visiting relatives in the countryside, but it's much more high-end than traditional farmhouse entertainment. The homestay we stayed in this time is called "Na Shan Na She"

It is the high-quality environment with good mountains and water that attracts me and my friends to come here, and it is also this high-quality environment that has created many good local ingredients. When you come to Gaojiatang Village, you will definitely be unforgettable for the local cuisine here, which is fresh and delicious.

Undoubtedly, if you come to Gaojiatang Village to play, you will definitely be fascinated by the fun of rural leisure here. However, our purpose here is not so singular. Because there is also a scenic spot near the village, located on the "second highest peak in northern Zhejiang", called Anji Yunshang Grassland High Mountain Skiing Tourism Resort. On the first day, we rested overnight at the homestay, and the next morning we went to open this scenic area.

Cloud grassland

The morning in late summer and early autumn is cool, especially in the early autumn in the mountains. Due to the large temperature difference between morning and evening, clouds and mist can often be seen, which is particularly beautiful. The so-called "climbing high and looking far" and "infinite scenery on dangerous peaks"... Since ancient times, mountaineering has been a popular choice for tourism enthusiasts. In China, there are three mountains and five mountains, Mount Huangshan Mountain and other famous mountains and rivers, but the altitude and shape of each mountain are different, so what you feel is also very different. The grassland on the cloud gave me an experience I had never experienced before.

In terms of height, the Yunshang Grassland High Mountain Tourism Ski Resort has an altitude of 1168 meters, which is not considered high in China. However, in Zhejiang, where there are eight mountains, one water, and one field, it can still be named because it is the "second highest peak in northern Zhejiang.". And the road leading to the Yunshan grassland is also quite unique, because the mountain is high and steep, with green trees providing shade, and the road to climb the mountain is very difficult. So the transportation for tourists to get here is a large cable car with a drop of 754m, with a total length of 2.3km, which takes about 20 minutes to reach. Arriving early in the morning, taking the cable car on the way made me feel the strange experience of crossing the clouds.

Riding the cable car to the mountaintop, it suddenly became clear. The mountaintops of the Cloud Grassland are also different from many other mountains. Most of the peaks are steep, but the top of the Yunshan grassland is relatively flat, with many amusement parks built, as if entering a paradise. It is also for this reason that the grass on the mountaintop grows lush, with blue sky and white clouds as the background, and the name "Cloud Grassland" is most appropriate. The transportation on the mountaintop includes sightseeing buses in scenic areas, as well as renting electric cars or walking.

We didn't rush to play here, because the scenic spot can be divided into several routes, and we can find the route map from the official account or the notice board of the scenic spot, so we won't take the wrong route if we plan reasonably. Saving energy to play games is the correct solution.

Following the planned route, my friends and I first went to play various amusement facilities. Most of them are quite stimulating and stress relieving, such as cliff swings and flying over cliffs, which require enough courage to stand up. Anyway, I dare not play and can only silently take photos for my friends. I also found an interesting phenomenon, which is that from traveling, girls usually have more courage than boys, and the more exciting the projects, the more girls like to play.

However, if you dare not play, you can choose one or two options to challenge yourself. I think Flying Rada Cliff Crossing is more suitable. Because once you start, it's not easy to back down, and you don't have to be too eager to complete the challenge bit by bit. With the help and encouragement of my teammates, we truly felt a great sense of accomplishment when we worked together to complete the task.

In fact, the most exciting project in the scenic area is paragliding. I have also been encouraged by my friends to play together in other places before. At the moment when I carry an umbrella with the coach, I can only listen to what I say and dare not neglect a step. Although there is a lot of fear in high altitude, I think it is much easier to accept than bungee jumping. And the feeling of gliding in high altitude is very wonderful. However, due to the incorrect wind direction this time, the paraglider has been temporarily suspended. After all, safety is the top priority, and some friends who really want to experience it have not been able to achieve their wishes. They have already argued that they will come again next time.

In addition to exciting projects, such as glass bridges, glass observation platforms, and hollow observation platforms, have gradually become immune to domestic tourists. There are also many creative bridges and observation platforms on the Cloud Grassland, which have become routine operations.

Fortunately, I can easily handle these places without changing my complexion. Perhaps because the popular elements of my era have not yet spread abroad, the two foreign companions who accompanied me had a particularly happy time playing in these places. Seeing them scattering dog food and feeling envious. I believe that being in this blue sky and white clouds, everyone's mood will be happy with their smiles. It seems that these places are really suitable for taking photos!

There are many exciting projects, but some are suitable for parent-child play, such as live action CS and rainbow grass skating. These projects are also good choices for exercising both physically and mentally, while not posing any risks. Like real-life CS, adults can also participate with children, which is an excellent way to enhance relationships.

Rainbow grass skating is similar to the desert sand skating in the first season of the variety show "Where Are We Going, Dad?", but the material of the venue is different. The grass slide is safer and more standardized due to its artificial construction, and the slope is also more stimulating. There will also be a safety officer guiding at the lower entrance. It is the best choice for children to exercise their courage. Of course, many big friends also enjoy playing, and these are all included in the big ticket. Just queue up one by one.

Finally, I have always been curious about the scenic area being called the Cloud Grassland High Mountain Ski Resort, so skiing must also be a major feature here. I only found out after asking the staff that the season is not yet in late summer or early autumn. However, when winter arrives, Anji is usually the first place in Zhejiang to snow, and the altitude of the cloud grassland is high, so there are no cars or anything to damage the snow. So just wait for the winter snow to cover, and you can instantly turn into a ski resort. Now you can see the built ski resort within the scenic area, which is really exciting.

However, in my personal opinion, apart from the summer and winter seasons, there is a unique tourism environment. There are also many places worth experiencing on the Cloud Grassland in the spring and autumn seasons. For example, as we enter deep autumn, this place has a high altitude and few sources of light pollution, making it an excellent place to take photos of the starry sky.

Zheli Snow Mountain, Skiing Paradise

What's even more magical is that the cloud covered grassland, which is used to escape the heat in summer, has transformed into a starry sky ski resort in winter thanks to its unique natural conditions! It is the core project of the Winter Cloud Grassland High Mountain Four Seasons Tourism Resort; Due to the altitude difference, the annual snowfall here reaches 80 centimeters, and the lowest temperature can reach -10 ℃, making it a rare winter high-altitude ice and snow resort in the south.

It is said that the Starry Ski Resort cost 200 million yuan and took three years to build. After inspecting the top ski resorts in the north, we also introduced top-notch skiing facilities and equipment from abroad, such as the Pistenbully snow press from Germany, the Sufag snow maker, the only snow maker recognized by FIS International Ski Federation, the old brand ski board Elan born in Slovenia, and the well-known German brand Alpine ski shoes. These are all international brands that high-end ski resorts in northern China have always insisted on using.

The total area of the Starry Sky Ski Resort is 130000 square meters. Currently, the first phase has three initial and intermediate ski trails and a amusement park, with a total area of approximately 80000 square meters. Among them, three ski slopes are 800 meters long, with a primary track length of 410 meters and an intermediate track length of 390 meters. The ski slope can have a drop of up to 45 meters and can accommodate 5000 people skiing and snowing at the same time. The snow equipment hall is divided into two floors, A and B, upstairs and downstairs; The first floor A is a snow gear specialty store, supermarket, ticketing hall, VIP lounge, observation deck, and cloud restaurant; The basement level B is equipped with a medical room, a snow equipment collection and return area, a luggage storage area, and a rest area.

In the aerial view, the starry sky skiing scene bears its name - above the clouds; In winter, the sea of clouds and mist envelops the entire mountain, like a fairyland in Penglai in the sea. If the temperature difference is large, take the cableway early and you can see a vast expanse of rime, which is rare in the south! Walking in the cliff park area, the rime is within reach; If the sky suddenly clears up, a beautiful photo would be a surprising mobile wallpaper.

The ski resort is equipped with dozens of professional coaches from Northeast China, who take turns providing explanations and simple training to tourists, meeting the teaching needs of novice skiers for their first time skiing. At the entrance of the ski resort, there is a landmark photo check-in point in the scenic area where you can take a photo with the largest natural alpine skiing venue in southern China.

In addition, there are magic carpets on both sides of the junior high school ski slopes, making it convenient for tourists to return to the ski resort. Ticket price 380 (non weekend)/580 (weekend)/780 (holiday); Tickets include round-trip tickets to the Yunshan scenic cableway, cliff amusement park projects, and skiing tickets; The ticket price covers the cost of renting snowboards, snowshoes, and snowpoles; Everyone must pay a deposit of 500 yuan, and of course, there is a discount on the cost of bringing their own snow gear, which is settled at a 60% discount; Anyone who enters the venue cannot leave the ski resort. There are snacks and WC around the ski resort, so there is no need to worry about these issues; If the weather is good, you can also experience night skating at night. Where is skiing in the Jiangsu Zhejiang Shanghai area this Spring Festival? It's on the grassland in Anji Cloud.

Practical Strategy

Navigation address: (Shanchuan Township, Anji County, Zhejiang Province) Yunshang Grassland High Mountain Skiing Tourist Area.
Opening hours: 8:00-17:00.
Preparation before departure: 1. There are many amusement projects in the scenic area, and it is recommended to wear breathable and quick drying sports shoes and clothing. Never wear high heels, sandals, or slippers, and it's best for girls not to wear skirts; 2. Because there are many mosquitoes and strong sunlight in the mountain village, you can choose to prepare mosquito repellent spray, Huoxiang Zhengqi water, sunscreen, sunscreen clothes, etc., and also prepare a thin coat with a large temperature difference in the morning and evening. 3. It is recommended to light up the mountain and not bring a DSLR camera that is too large. If you have a Gopro type sports camera, be sure to wear it and fix it securely when using.

Ticket for Yunshang Grassland High Mountain Resort:
【 Adult 】 Saturday and Sunday: 280 yuan/person; Monday to Friday: 240 yuan/person.
Children below 1.2 meters are free of charge; 1.2-1.5 meters (discounted tickets: elderly people over 70 years old, active military personnel, and disabled individuals)
Saturday and Sunday: 160 yuan/person; Monday to Friday: 140 yuan.
This price includes round-trip cableway tickets and free access to the mountain project amusement facilities.

Additional charges:
1. Paraglider, 880 yuan/time. Children under 1.2 meters and elderly people over 60 years old (including 60 years old) are not allowed to play; You can make a reservation on-site or in advance, but if the weather doesn't allow us to come this time, we can't play;
2. The cost of live CS bullets is 20/150 water bullets and 30/150 color bullets.