Zhangjiajie: A Getaway to a Natural Wonder
The beautiful prefecture level-city of Zhangjiajie, China looks out of this world. Located in the northwest part of the province of Hunan, it is home to the famed Wulingyuan Scenic Reserve, a UNESCO World Heritage Site destination. Access the city from the Zhangjiajie Airport, just 5 kilometers from some of the city’s top tourist attractions. Zhangjiajie is also served by bus and train services that take travellers to and from bigger cities in China.
Best Time to Visit
For the best weather conditions, it is best to visit from Zhangjiajie anytime from April to mid-November. October to November is especially interesting as that is when the leaves turn color for the fall. The least number of people arrive in Zhangjiajie from December to March. There also are fewer people from July to August. For the best Zhangjiajie, China hotel deals, visit in the off season months. There are a number of great hotels and accommodations in the area. Book your stay as early as you can to avoid inconvenience.
What to Do & Area Attractions
The Wulingyuan Scenic Reserve is definitely one of Zhangjiajie’s defining features. This sprawling park is home to natural sandstone pillars. Another popular tourist attraction is the Zhangjiajie National Forest Park with its cliff-hanging walkway and glass skywalk located right on the side of Tianmen Mountain. After a day of enjoying everything that Zhangjiajie has to offer, head back to your hotel to rest and relax. You can check in at the Sunshine Hotel Zhangjiajie or at the 5-star Pullman Zhangjiajie.