Laojun Mountain is located in the east of the ancient capital Luoyang. It is as calm and mysterious as a wise man. This mountain is not only famous for Taoist legends, but also attracts countless travelers with its magnificent landscapes and cultural landscapes. Today, let's embark on a day trip full of fairy tales and explore the wonder and sacredness of Laojun Mountain.
Laojun Mountain, located in Luanchuan County, Luoyang City, Henan Province, is one of the holy places of Taoism, named after the legendary Taoist ancestor Lao Zi who once made an alchemy here. There are many peaks, which are magnificent, and they are known as one of the "five most beautiful mountains in China". Laojun Mountain is not only unique in natural landscape, but also rich in cultural heritage.
? Basic information:
Address: Group 2 1 Qiliping Village, Luanchuan County, Luoyang City, Henan Province
Tickets: 150 yuan (including Zhong Ling cableway round trip), tickets for LAM Raymond cableway need to be purchased separately.
Opening hours: open all year round, from 5:00- 19:30 in summer and from 7:00- 18:00 in winter.
Transportation: Take the "Luoyang-Luanchuan" shuttle bus to Luanchuan at Jinyuan Bus Station opposite Luoyang Railway Station; Take bus No.5 at Luanchuan Bus Station, get off at Laojunshan Scenic Spot Station, and then transfer to a battery car or taxi to reach the ticket center.
Transportation in the area: There are three ropeways in Laojun Mountain Scenic Area: the first-class ropeway (Zhong Ling ropeway, Yunjing ropeway) and the second-class ropeway (LAM Raymond ropeway). Among them, Zhong Ling Cableway and Yunjing Cableway are parallel ropeways, and tourists can choose one of them to go up the mountain. Ticket price: first-class ropeway 130 yuan, second-class ropeway 65438 yuan to 80 yuan.
? Laojunshan route
Line 1: Zhong Ling Cableway/Yunjing Cableway → Zhongtianmen → LAM Raymond Cableway/Walking Up the Mountain → Shili Painting Screen → Mazongling → Glass Observation Deck → Jin Dian Taoist Temple Group → End of the tour.
Route 2: Lingguan Temple → Laojun Statue → Hualin Temple → Zhongtianmen → Tree-lined Path → Lying in Yun Song → Bodhisattva Hall → laojunmiao → Jinding → Yuhuangding → Return.
One-day tour: Zhong Ling cableway → LAM Raymond cableway → Shili painting screen → Mazongling → Jin Dian Taoist Temple Group.
One-day tour route guide:
Zhong Ling cableway: The one-day tour will start from Zhong Ling cableway, which is the only way to the top of the mountain. By cableway, you will cross the misty mountains, as if you were in a fairyland. In the slow rise of the ropeway, the urban landscape of Luoyang is gradually drifting away, and the grandeur of nature is gradually spreading before your eyes.
Peak forest ropeway:
After arriving at the top of the mountain, transfer to the forest ropeway at the top of the mountain to take you to explore the mystery of Laojun Mountain more deeply. When you look down from the sky, you will see the rolling peaks, just like a beautiful picture.
Shili painting screen:
At the end of the ropeway is a ten-mile painting screen, where every boulder and leaf seems to be a part of nature's careful arrangement. You can stroll here and find different natural beauty at every step.
Ma Zongling:
Next is Mazongling, where rocks are of different shapes, just like Malik Pentium. Standing on the ridge, you will feel a kind of soul-shaking power. Might as well find a suitable angle here and take this magnificent scene.
Jin Dian Taoist Temple Group:
Finally, it reaches the Golden Temple Taoist Temple Group, which is the spiritual symbol of Laojun Mountain. The antique building community is located at the top of the mountain, which is the best place to visit and understand Taoist culture. Here, you can quietly experience the profoundness of Taoist culture.
? Travel tips:
Wear: It is recommended to wear comfortable walking shoes and clothes suitable for mountain climbing.
Photography skills: With the soft light in the morning or evening, you can take a well-defined mountain view.
Bring things: bring enough water and some energy food, as well as sunscreen and hat.
? Food and shelter recommendation: After the tour, you can go back to the town at the foot of the mountain and taste local specialties, such as Luanchuan Hui noodles and mutton soup. If you plan to spend the night here, the local farmhouse will be a good choice to experience country life.
At the end of this day's trip, you will not only return with full memories, but also have a deeper understanding of the natural beauty and profound culture of this ancient land. The magnificent scenery and mysterious atmosphere of Laojun Mountain will definitely make your heart yearn for it for a long time. I look forward to your next adventure and continue to discover the beauty of the world! ?