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Tiantai Mountain Tourism Area
5A Tourism Area
Designated 2024

Tiantai Mountain Tourism Area

成都市天台山景区

Sichuan, Chengdu4.2Designated 2024·30.6788°N, 104.2028°E
Ticket Price
CNY 55; CNY 29; CNY 29
Duration
12 hours to 6 days
Rating
4.2 / 5.0
Designated
2024

About Tiantai Mountain Tourism Area

Tiantai Mountain, west of Chengdu in Sichuan, is a lush landscape of waterfalls, streams and red sandstone gorges. It is also a well-known spot for watching fireflies on summer evenings.

Highlights

Forested mountain with waterfalls; the 'Diehong Beach' shallow streams; one of the world's top firefly-viewing spots in summer.

Suggested Route

Drive up to the mountain top, then walk down the stream-side boardwalks past the waterfalls; allow half a day.

Food & Lodging

Qionglai milk wine and river fish; stay in Qionglai or mountain lodges.

Facilities

Sightseeing buses, restrooms and parking; many steps, firefly trails at night (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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Buying tickets as a foreign visitor

Most 5A/4A sites require real-name registration — bring your passport.

Tickets often must be booked in advance online — peak season & holidays sell out quickly.

Some remote or border-area sites have entry restrictions for foreign visitors — check before you travel.

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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

No metro; ~? km SW of Chengdu (Qionglai), bus to Qionglai then transfer; ~? from Chengdu Shuangliu Airport.

Reservation

Online reservation via OTA/WeChat advised.

Ticket Price

CNY 55 (≈ $7.6); CNY 29 (≈ $4.0); CNY 29 (≈ $4.0)

Address

Chengdu City Qionglai City Tiantaishan Town Maping Village

📍 中文地址 / Chinese Address
成都市天台山景区

成都市邛崃市天台山镇马坪村 ,028-89235009

Chengdu City Qionglai City Tiantaishan Town Maping Village

30.6788, 104.2028

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