Laojun Mountain (Luanchuan)
One of the main peaks of the Funiu Mountains and a 5A-level scenic area, with golden-roofed Taoist temples perched above the sea of clouds
Visitor info
- Opening hours
- Open all day (cableway 07:00-17:00)
- Ticket
- CNY 100
Price is indicative — final quote on inquiry.
One of the main peaks of the Funiu Mountains and a 5A-level scenic area, with a cluster of golden-roofed Taoist temples hanging above the sea of clouds. Legend has it that Laozi retired here to cultivate the Tao; temples were first built in the Northern Wei dynasty, and legend says Emperor Taizong of Tang bestowed the name "Laojun Mountain." The Shili Huaping stone forest, snow scenes over the twin golden summits of Liangbaotai and Yuhuangding, and winter rime ice and cloud seas make up the viral "breathtaking feast on earth" scenes — the second Henan stop for long-distance mountain sightseeing tours.
Getting there: Tourist shuttle bus from Luoyang Station / Longmen Station to Luanchuan
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