Introduction to Mount Huaguoshan Scenic Area

Mount Huaguoshan Scenic Area is located on the middle slopes of Yuntai Mountain in Lianyungang, Jiangsu Province. It is a national 5A-level tourist area and a national geopark, covering an area of 75.39 square kilometers. Known as the legendary birthplace of the Monkey King from the classic novel Journey to the West, the scenic area features attractions like the Birthstone of Sun Wukong, Water Curtain Cave, Seventy-Two Caves, and Tang Monk Cliff. Combining natural and cultural landscapes, Mount Huaguoshan holds high value for sightseeing, tourism, and historical and scientific research.

Mount Huaguoshan Scenic Area Overview

  • Location: Middle slopes of Yuntai Mountain, Lianyungang, Jiangsu Province
  • Area: 75.39 square kilometers
  • Main Attractions: Birthstone of Sun Wukong, Water Curtain Cave, Seventy-Two Caves, Tang Monk Cliff
  • Features: Rich in natural and cultural landscapes inspired by Journey to the West mythology

Advantages

  • Natural Scenery: Breathtaking mountain and sea views, with abundant wild plant resources
  • Cultural Heritage: Closely tied to Journey to the West, with a rich history and deep cultural significance
  • Pleasant Climate: Four distinct seasons and mild weather, suitable for year-round visits

Ticket Prices

  • Peak Season (March to October): Adult ticket: 90 RMB; Children/Senior ticket: 45 RMB
  • Off-Season (November to February): Adult ticket: 50 RMB; Children/Senior ticket: 25 RMB

Discount Policy

  • Free admission for children aged 6 and under or under 1.4 meters in height, and seniors aged 70 and above
  • Free admission for active military personnel, disabled veterans, retired military officials, police, and fire emergency personnel
  • Free admission for disabled individuals and one accompanying person for those with severe disabilities
  • Free admission for holders of Jiangsu Province Blood Donation Honor Certificates, preferential treatment certificates (for participants in wars or nuclear testing), and veterans or families of martyrs from Lianyungang City
  • Half-price tickets for minors aged 6 to 18, full-time undergraduate students or below, seniors aged 60 to 69, and low-income individuals

Opening Hours

  • Peak Season: 07:00-18:00 (March 1 - November 30)
  • Off-Season: 08:00-17:00 (December 1 - February 28)

Transportation

  • Public Transportation: Take bus B11, Tour 1, or Tour 2 and get off at the Mount Huaguoshan Scenic Area station, then walk to the destination
  • Taxi or Didi: Set the destination as "花果山风景区"

Keywords (Chinese-English)

  • 花果山: Mount Huaguoshan
  • 孙悟空: Sun Wukong
  • 水帘洞: Water Curtain Cave
  • 唐僧崖: Tang Monk Cliff
  • 七十二洞: Seventy-Two Caves
  • 玉女峰: Jade Maiden Peak
  • 连云港: Lianyungang
  • 江苏省最高峰: The highest peak in Jiangsu Province