Langshan in Hunan | A Hidden 5A Fairyland in Southwest Hunan (With Guide)

A Hidden 5A Fairyland in Southwest Hunan (With Guide). In the height of summer, the national 5A scenic spot Langshan boasts towering peaks, lush dense forests, the winding and crystal-clear Furong River, creating a natural scroll of beauty with Danxia landforms, green waters, and blue mountains complementing each other, resembling a fairyland. It is a place that combines danger, elegance, grandeur, strangeness, beauty, and tranquility all in one, known as 'the soul of Danxia, the treasure of the nation.' With its significant Danxia landform features, unique geological structures, and the seamless integration of mountains, water, forests, and caves, it is home to the long Tianyi Lane, the tall Bajiao Fortress, the elegant General Stone, the steep Candle Peak, the unique Red Cliff, and the excellent Camel Peak, all of which have been included in the World Natural Heritage list. The classic drama 'Eternal Love' starring Yang Mi was filmed here. ➤Recommended Reasons Unique stone peak landscapes, precipitous rock walls and stone lanes, enchanting rivers and waterfalls, deep canyons and mountains, mysterious fortress culture ➤Best Time to Visit: August to October ➤Six Major Scenic Areas Tianyi Lane, Chili Peak, Furong River, Bajiao Fortress, Zixia Cave, Natural Bridge ➤Tour Routes Route A: Bajiao Fortress → Chili Peak → Tianyi Lane → Zixia Cave Route B: Chili Peak → Tianyi Lane → Bajiao Fortress → Furong River Rafting → Zixia Cave ➤The 'Six Wonders of Langshan' are considered world spectacles ❶The Number One Lane in the World Located in the Tianyi Lane scenic area, it is 238.8 meters long, with the widest point at 0.8 meters and the narrowest at 0.33 meters. The stone walls on both sides are 120 to over 180 meters high, setting a world record. ☛Highlights: 'The Number One Lane in the World,' 'Fairy Encounter Lane,' various 'One Line Skies,' 'Moon Exchange Ladder,' etc. ❷Bajiao Fortress Whale Play Located in the Bajiao Fortress scenic area, with misty clouds floating by, overlooking the canyon, the strange peaks and rocks occasionally reveal their heads and tails, resembling thousands of whales frolicking in the sea. ☛Highlights: The most characteristic sights 'Whale Play,' 'Dragon Head Incense,' etc. ❸General Stone Located in the Furong River scenic area, opposite Hejiawan, there is a large rock on the mountain that looks like a general in a cloak standing by the Furong River. It stands at an altitude of 399.5 meters, with a circumference of 40 meters and a height of 75 meters. As you raft down the Furong River, you see the General Stone with its back to the blue sky, standing tall and proud. ❹Camel Peak Located in the Chili Peak scenic area, the peak is 187.8 meters high and 273 meters long, with two depressions resembling the head, back, and tail of a camel, incredibly lifelike. ☛Highlights: The suspended mountain walkway, One Line Sky, and pastoral scenery ❺Natural Bridge The bridge is arch-shaped, spanning the sky with a majestic presence. The bridge pier is 64 meters long, 20 meters high, and 14 meters wide, with a bridge thickness of 5 meters, known as the number one bridge in Asia. ❻Chili Peak Located in the Chili Peak scenic area, it stands 180 meters tall, with a small base and a large top, resembling a huge chili pepper. ☛Highlights: 'Chili' is the iconic sight of the entire Langshan. ➤Address: Langshan Town, Xinning County, Shaoyang City, Hunan Province, West Langshan Avenue ➤Transportation Not very convenient, it is recommended to drive yourself or join a tour group. ➤Accommodation The Langshan scenic area is right next to the Xinning urban area, so accommodation is very convenient. There are many famous lodgings in the scenic area, including farmhouses, and you can find highly rated ones on Ctrip. ➤Tips ❶The scenic area is mainly for hiking, those with average physical fitness are advised to choose a one-way or round-trip cable car. ❷Bring a wide-brimmed hat, sunglasses, take sun protection measures, it is not recommended to use an umbrella, bring mosquito repellent. ❸The temperature difference between morning and evening is large, remember to bring a coat, it is recommended to carry a change of base clothing, and change promptly after sweating from climbing.