I planned to go to Phoenix last year, but due to insufficient funds and time, it only happened this year.

But the initial plan to go was made, but before booking the tickets, my friend started to hang up, saying that going only to Fenghuang was monotonous and I really wanted to go with Zhangjiajie. I agreed! So I booked my itinerary for Zhangjiajie Phoenix.

When the train tickets and itinerary were booked, my colleagues at work knew that they had two more days off and wanted to go. After waiting for two days, I finally helped her grab a ticket, so it became a three person trip! Because we are going to Zhangjiajie and Fenghuang, and we don't have many holidays

On the train, a colleague said that her husband asked her to go to Zhangjiajie and must go to Tianmen Mountain. After understanding, Tianmen Mountain still needs to arrange for most of the day, so we have to change our itinerary. I originally planned to stay in Phoenix for two nights, but with this change, it became one night and I had to leave Phoenix at noon the next day. In fact, our stay in Phoenix was only half a night and one morning, far from my original plan! So, Phoenix became like a scenic spot along the way.

First, we went to the Zhangjiajie National Forest Park in Wulingyuan National Scenic Spot, Wulingyuan National Scenic Spot, Zhangjiajie. We chose to live in the city of Wulingyuan, a special hotel called Listening Yaanju. It is very close to the scenic spot, convenient to travel, good environment, only 116 yuan for a room, very cost-effective. It is 2 kilometers away from the scenic spot, and it is very convenient to eat around. It is still very good. I recommend living here!

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zhangjiajie national forest park

This is the Zhangjiajie Forest Park ticket station! I see mischievous monkeys everywhere! There are many monkeys on the road just entering the scenic area, but the tour guide said not to feed them, otherwise they will come to catch you

Enter the ticket station and walk 50 meters to reach the Forest Park Oxygen Bar Square!

At our request, our first stop was Huangshi Village. In order to experience hiking, we decided to hike. However, we suggest that everyone should not go to Huangshi Village in the future. This is something we did not hear from Xiao Chen. Once we go to Huangshi Village, I would like to remind everyone! I thought I would see even more beautiful scenery than Huangshi Village in Yuanjiajie!

The people of Huangshi Village on the hiking trail!

There are really not many scenic spots above Huangshi Village!

Beauty taking photos

I'm tired from hiking, but I will return after resting! I won't hike anymore, decisively take the cableway down the mountain! I went to visit the Golden Whip Creek!

Located in Zhangjiajie, Jinbianxi is named after flowing through Jinbianyan, with a total length of 5710 meters. Along the Jinbianxi is the most beautiful boundary in Wulingyuan National Scenic Spot. After entering from the gate of Zhangjiajie Forest Park, you can walk about 300 meters to the entrance of Jinbianxi. The main scenery includes drunken Arhat, divine eagle whip guard, golden whip rock, Huaguo Mountain, water curtain cave, cutting mountains to save mothers, meeting thousands of miles away, Nanmuping, water circling four gates, etc

The branches all like sunlight and water, and they are all heading in that direction

There are copper coins underground!

Clear stream water

Golden whip rock

Did you see the thousand mile meeting? Does it look like a couple with lovers-------- It's right in the middle!

Changshou Spring, this is natural mineral water, sweet and delicious, so you can drink it! But the tour guide didn't let us drink more,

The Jinbian Creek Scenic Area is quite leisurely. Along the creek, there are wide roads with the sound of gurgling water along the way. The mountains, trees, flowing water, and grass by the creek provide a great feeling! After walking to the four scenic spots around the water, we took a car down the mountain and returned to Wulingyuan National Scenic Spot for accommodation

In the evening, I returned to the inn, had a short rest, and started a food search trip. When I came to make a strategy, I looked at a restaurant recommended by many people, and said that it was delicious, the environment was good, and the service was good. So I decided to go to experience it. Next to the Wulingyuan National Scenic Spot Bus Station, the location was quite good, and I could park for free. I ordered their famous stone pot fish, which was delicious, and vegetables were free. Other artemisia cake, stir fried meat, and fat intestines were all very good. The three people ate very comfortably, and they all agreed. It seemed that the eyes of the masses were bright. The boss was super nice, and I could talk about it. It's good to contact him if you have any difficulties in your family!

zhangjiajie national forest park

The next day: We entered the scenic area again, and today we first went to Yuanjiazhai. Going up to Yuanjiazhai is taking the world's first elevator - Bailong Elevator. After the TV Avatar went viral, Yuanjiazhai also caught fire, and many people came under false pretenses.  

After walking around the suspended mountains of Avatar, passing through the Friendship Bridge, and finally reaching the World First Bridge, which is a natural stone bridge. Finally, arrive at the parking lot of Yuanjiazhai and take a car from here to Helong Park and Guanyubi Peak.

Tianzi Mountain is actually quite good, but on the day we went there, it was foggy and we couldn't see far from the top

Tianmenshan National Forest Park

It's said that there are 999 steps, but I didn't count them. I just walked up with my head down, and the steps were just too steep! Seeing a young mother walking up with a 3-4 year old boy, I was even more worried than her because halfway through, my feet were already trembling. I dare not take my camera out to take photos halfway.

We got off the sightseeing bus and arrived in the city at 3 o'clock this afternoon. We thought we could go straight to Phoenix earlier, but we were too idealistic. Originally, the tour guide also asked everyone to add a scenic spot in Furong Town on the way. If we didn't go in, we had to wait outside. What a pity! Is this how it is with tour groups?

Phoenix Town

We arrived at the scenic area after 10 pm, and after checking in, we took a taxi to the banks of the Tuo River. Because the place where we live is about a 10 minute walk from the official Phoenix Scenic Area. Because I wanted to go take photos early, I took a taxi and it arrived quickly, but it wasn't expensive at 10 yuan in the evening.

The night of Phoenix is brightly lit, and the music of the bar also flows through the window, drifting to the banks of the Tuojiang River. It's really lively and lively. The lighting decoration is mainly concentrated on the banks of the Tuo River from Nanhua Gate to Hongqiao. We rushed straight to the riverbank as soon as we arrived in order to take photos as soon as possible. At around 12 o'clock in the evening, most of the lights along the river were turned off.

The next morning, we followed along to the scenic spot. The scenic spots include visiting some former residences included in the 148 yuan ticket for the Nine Scenic Spots, as well as taking a boat tour of the Tuojiang River. Sitting on this boat still feels good. Passing through the water, you can clearly see the stilted buildings of the ancient cities on both sides. The tour guide also led us to sing mountain songs, haha!

Before leaving Fenghuang Ancient City, I had a unique meal that I thought was very distinctive: Firewood Cuisine. I ordered Firewood Fish and Blood Duck. Wow, it's really amazing. It's a delicious delicacy in the world. I didn't expect Firewood Cuisine to be so delicious. Everyone who comes to Fenghuang Ancient City must experience it. Highly recommended!

After finishing our meal, we have to take a bus to the train station at noon. Time is also very tight, so we didn't take many photos in the ancient city that everyone thought were fun, leaving behind many regrets. It seems that we still need to come back with a daze in the future.

The trip to Zhangjiajie and Fenghuang Ancient City came to a successful end. I didn't have enough fun, so I must do it again in the future