A Poetic Encounter of Landscapes and Tea Culture

💕I. Must-Visit Attractions💕 1. 🌠Nine-Bend Stream Bamboo Rafting🌠: The soul of Wuyi Mountain. Drift downstream on bamboo rafts to admire the breathtaking "emerald waters and crimson mountains." Opt for the 7 AM slot to see the misty reflection of Jade Maiden Peak, and enhance the experience with the raft guide's commentary (around ¥20 tip). 2. 🌠Tianyou Peak🌠: Summit for a panoramic view of the Nine-Bend Stream. Though the 848 steep steps are challenging, the sea of clouds is worth it. Hike at dawn or dusk to avoid the midday heat. 3. 🌠Dahongpao Scenic Area🌠: Visit the 360-year-old mother tea trees of Dahongpao. Hike along the "Rock and Floral Trail" to Water Curtain Cave, and try tea-making or savor tea-infused eggs (¥5 each). 4. 🌠Zhizhi Nunnery🌠: A serene, free-entry ancient nunnery perfect for quiet contemplation. At dusk, enjoy the sunset from the fish-viewing platform. 5. 🌠Impression Dahongpao Show🌠: A 360° immersive performance directed by Zhang Yimou, set against Wuyi's landscapes with tea culture as its core. Best viewed at night. 💟II. Food Recommendations💟 1. 💓Langu Smoked Goose💓: Richly aromatic. Try "Brother Alan's Smoked Goose" or the heritage workshop in Sangu Resort (vacuum-packed for takeaway). 2. 💓Wen Gong Delicacy💓: A signature dish from Zhu Xi's family banquet—steamed tofu stuffed with minced meat. Sample it at "Wuyi Flavors" restaurant. 3. 💓Wufu Lotus Seed Soup💓: Chilled version with osmanthus honey, refreshingly sweet. 4. 💓Street Rice Cakes💓: A traditional Wuyi breakfast, served with chili sauce and pork skin soup, bursting with local flair. 5. 💓Dahongpao Tea Jelly💓: A fragrant tea dessert, perfect after meals. 🎆III. Budget Stays🎆 1. 🔸Nanyuanling Homestay Area🔸: ~¥100/person, with direct buses to the South Gate and nearby eateries. 2. 🔸Lantang Riverside Inn🔸: Backed by Great King Peak, featuring tea-sipping terraces and stargazing—great value. 3. 🔸Wuyi Slow Living·Mountain Retreat🔸: Wabi-sabi design, free tea ceremonies, and a short walk to the *Impression Dahongpao* theater. ✨️IV. Tips✨️ - 🔹Transport🔹: High-speed rail to Wuyi North Station, then take K1 bus to the scenic area. Self-drivers can park at the South Entrance (¥15/day). - 🔹Tickets🔹: ¥140 combo pass includes shuttle buses; book bamboo rafting 3 days ahead. - 🔹Gear🔹: Non-slip shoes and mosquito repellent are musts—tea gardens are buggy. 💓Wuyi Mountain’s charm lies in its harmony of nature and culture. Raft at dawn, sip tea by noon, and watch the show by night—this dual World Heritage site will leave you enchanted!💓