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5A Tourism Area

Designated 2020

Caishiji (Caishi Cliff) Cultural Eco-tourism Area

马鞍山市长江采石矶文化生态旅游区

Anhui, Ma'anshan★ 4.0Designated 2020·31.6135°N, 117.1052°E

Ticket Price

CNY 68

Duration

4 hours to 1 day

Rating

4.0 / 5.0

Designated

2020

About Caishiji (Caishi Cliff) Cultural Eco-tourism Area

Caishiji, on the Yangtze River in Ma'anshan, Anhui, is the first of the river's famed 'Three Rocks' and is closely linked to the Tang poet Li Bai, who is said to have admired its cliffs. Ancient pavilions and stone carvings line the riverbank.

Highlights

The Caishi Cliff overlooking the Yangtze; the Li Bai (Poet) Memorial Hall; the Sanlian steles; the riverside Tang-style town.

Suggested Route

Enter at the gate, climb Caishi Cliff to the Li Bai Hall and river viewpoint, then walk the riverside boardwalk; allow 3 hours.

Food & Lodging

Try Caishi tea cakes and Ma'anshan cuisine; stay in Ma'anshan city.

Facilities

Visitor center, restrooms and signage, some shuttle; cliff steps limit wheelchair access (unverified).

Travel Tips

Check official website for current information. Respect local customs and regulations. Best visited during mild weather seasons.

📅 Best Time & Crowds

Best season: Spring (March-May) and Autumn (September-November)

🏮Golden Week alert: May 1-5 and Oct 1-7 are China's biggest travel peaks — top attractions sell out days ahead. Book tickets the moment they open.

⏰Many museums and palaces close on Mondays (e.g. Forbidden City, National Museum). Plan around it.

Location

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Opening Hours

Peak season (April-October): 7:00-18:00; Off-season: 8:00-17:00. Hours may vary by weather conditions.

Getting There

HSR Ma'anshan East Station then taxi (~20 min) or bus 4/26 to Caishiji; nearest airport Nanjing Lukou (~50 km); no metro (Ningma intercity under construction).

Reservation

Free but reservation required via 'Changjiang Caishiji' WeChat (QR code entry).

Ticket Price

CNY 68 (≈ $9.5)

Address

Anhui Province Maanshan City Yushan District Caishi Town

📍 中文地址 / Chinese Address

马鞍山市长江采石矶文化生态旅游区

安徽省马鞍山市雨山区采石镇

Anhui Province Maanshan City Yushan District Caishi Town

31.6135, 117.1052

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