Shanghai, China

Ok, it was my first time in China. My arrival from Manila was in Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) last September 8, 2018.

As soon as I landed in PVG, I took a bus that goes to Shanghai Hongqiao Railway Station which is adjacent to Shanghai Hongqaio International Airport.

From there, I took a bullet train to Huangshan Mountain. After my 5 days stay in Huangshan, I finally returned to Shanghai for a 2 days stay to have an ample time to roam around the City before flying back to Manila.

The Bund, before the typhoon Mangkhut.

Green in the middle of the city

In order for me to reached interesting places easily, I stayed in Phoenix Hostel Shanghai - LaoShan which is located in the heart of Shanghai.

The Bund at night

Nanjing Road

The Bund, after typhoon Mangkhut.

The crowd in The Bund.

Nanjing Road

Shanghai Old Street

Shanghai Old Street

The body of the water in Shanghai Old Street

at Yuyuan Garden

Yuyuan Garden

Zhujiajiao Water Town, Shanghai

Shanghai Old Street

Shanghai Old Street

a tourist with Chinese Costume

the couple in tradition Chinese clothes

Hey there, Pete....that smile!

a beautiful Chinese with her traditional clothes

this was my first time seeing the actual pearls

hotdog in a stick

Due to the typhoon Mangkhut my flight was delayed for another 2 days. Therefore, I spent those days more of sight seeing and to me the most memorable I had been to in my whole life was in Zhujiajiao Water Town.

How to get to Zhujiajiao:

By Bus to Zhujiajiao is taking the Huzhu Express Bus (Hùzhū Gāosù Kuàixià 沪朱高速快线) at the corner of Pu’an Lu and Yan’an Lu (near People's Square), which takes you directly to Zhujiajiao Bus Station in about an hour for 12.00 RMB per person (one-way ticket). Those with a larger budget can opt for a taxi, which will cost you around RMB150-200 from downtown Shanghai.

By Metro to Zhujiajiao is to Shanghai Metro Line 17 and the Zhujiajiao Station (朱家角站) is second to last stop on Line 17. To access Line 17, transfer from Hongqiao Railway Station (虹桥火车站) at the terminus of Lines 2 and 10. From there, your journey to the ancient town will take approximately 40 minutes and cost 7.00 RMB. From there, it's just a short one to two kilometer walk to the main tourist area.

Huangshan Mountain, China

Huangshan is a series of mountain peaks, many of which reach over 3,280 feet (1,000 meters) in height. Paths winding through the park are well-maintained, and many include handrails and paved walkways. It’s also possible to take a cable car to the top and explore on foot from there. 

One of the most steep trail to the top of the mountain

If you are not into stairs, an unlimited stairs....then think twice of climbing the mountain. But consider that when you reached to the top, it is very fulfilling. So hang on, give it a try.

Dangerous trail

I admit I was super scared when I climbed this trail with my heavy back pack while the strong wind blew on me. I was afraid of losing my balance and there are no handrail to hold on in case something happened. But thankfully, I made it to the top.

Going up is not easy for some, but for me going down is harder.

Beautiful yellow mountain.

These are some of the scene you would see in one of the summit.

Beginning to believe peak

at the Illusion Scenic Area

Illusion Scenic Area

The sunlight and temperature changes at no time.

This is all about it. Beautiful cloud's illusion of the mountain.

The crowd/tourists at the Brightness Top.

 With its dramatic, ragged peaks, misty pine trees, the ground scenery is stunning. My visit to the mountain valleys, streams and villages that introduces to me the culture made my trip worthwhile.

I stayed at the peak for one night, and the experience is unforgettable. 

at the walking fairytale bridge

Here's my itinerary:

Day 01:

- From the hotel, I walked from Tangkou Bridge to Huangshan Front Gate and took a bus for 19.00 RMB.

- The bus ride from the Huangshan Front Gate (Bus Station) to Yungu Temple is about 20-25 Minutes.

- Entrance Fee of 230.00 RMB, and I walked my way to the top.

- After 3.5 hours of trekking, I reached the White Goose Ridge and explored the area.

- From there I walked to the Beginning-to-Believe Peak, Brightness Top, Monkey Watching the sea and the Camel-Back Peak and that took me to hours and half to explore.

- Decided to head back to the hotel at the bottom of the mountain as my ankle starts burning.

- Took the Yungu cable car, a bus ride and few kilometers walk back to my hotel and arrived at 7:00 pm.

Day 02:

- From the hotel, I walked from Tangkou Bridge to Huangshan Front Gate and took a bus for 19.00 RMB.

- The bus ride from the Huangshan Front Gate (Bus Station) to Yungu Temple and took the cable car of 80.00 RMB and entrance fee of 230.00 RMB.

- After taking the cable car, I walked to the Beginning-to-Believe Peak and headed to Xihai Reservior

and way down to Xihai Canyon.

- I continue to descend until I reached the Pai Xunxi Station and climb back to the top through the Stone Figure Peak (dangerous trail).

- I arrived to Beihai Hotel at 7:30 pm, and stayed there for a night (rented tent for 300.00 RMB).

Day 03:

- Woke up at 4:00 am and left Beihai Hotel to witness the sunrise.

- Took my breakfast at Xihai Hotel and start descend to Baiyun Hotel.

- As I descended, the nature's beauty I saw were all amazing. The Lotus Peak, Heavenly City Peak and never ending beautiful work of God, I was in love.

- At 4:00 pm I was already inside the Yuping cable car that costs 90.00 RMB to Hot Spring Station.

- Reached at the bus station for about 12 minutes and another 20 minutes bus ride to Tangkou Bridge.

- From the gate a few minutes walk to the hotel where I stayed at Huangshan Linxi First Tower Inn (highly recommended). 

So there you have it, that was my 3 days in Huangshan. I am looking forward to my return to Huangshan Mountain next year!