Fenglin Gorge is to the west of the Yuntai Mountain Scenic Area. Often described by tourists as a “paradise on earth”, it has beautiful mountain scenery and waterways. The gorge features chains of hills and peaks, with a peaceful lake is secluded in the mountain and meanders along for miles.
Enjoy a soothing tour, for only RMB35 (US$5.36) to enjoy a boat ride on the lake to take in the breath-taking views.
Swan Lake is something not to be missed if travelling between October and March.
Every year, Siberian swans (sometimes up to 10,000 of them) gather in the wetland park of Sanmenxia city.
During their stay, the lake is picture-perfect, framed with the elegant creatures and young.
Swan Lake is near the city centre of Sanmenxia and bus number 1 and 2 is an easy ride to the park. Admission to the lake is free and the park opens all day long. You can watch the birds even at night.
Liumeng River Valley is a 3km long area combining beautiful mountain scenery and the Liumu River that runs through it. There are also six waterfalls in the valley. The largest among them is the White Dragon Waterfall which flows to form a lake in the valley that’s dotted with a variety of trees and plants.
Few places are as tranquil and picturesque as the Butterfly Valley in Luanchuan County, near Luoyang. The 4A attraction that is located near the foot of Mount Dingshi is home to thousands of wild butterflies that rest on tree branches, in the grass fields and among the colourful wild flowers in the valley. When disturbed, they create an explosion of vibrant colours , scattering one moment and coming together the next. It’s an amazing dance that visitors should not miss.