Tiantai Mountain Scenic Area is located in Qionglai City, Chengdu, Sichuan Province. As a national 5A-level tourist attraction and national scenic area, it's renowned for its "spectacular peaks, strange rocks, beautiful waters and serene forests", earning the reputation of "No.1 Landscape in Western Sichuan". It's also one of the world's top eight firefly watching destinations.
Features
Natural Wonders
- Mountain waters: Main peak Yuxiao Peak 1,812m with over 30 waterfalls
- Firefly kingdom: One of world's top 8 firefly sites with 20+ species
- Primeval forest: 94.4% forest coverage with high negative oxygen ions
Cultural Heritage
- Buddhist sacred site: Temples since Han Dynasty, blending Confucianism, Buddhism and Taoism
- Red Army legacy: Long March route with revolutionary relics
- Ancient Shu culture: Legend says Yu the Great visited during flood control
Main Attractions
Natural Landscapes
- Xiangshuitan Waterfall: Cascading falls with 40m drop
- Huashi Lake: Alpine lake reflecting mountain scenery
- Yinding Peak: Best spot for sea of clouds and sunrise
Cultural Zones
- Tiantai Mountain Temple: Ancient temple dating to Han Dynasty
- Red Army Long March Museum: Exhibits on Long March history
- Firefly Eco-Museum: Educational displays about fireflies
Travel Experience
Special Activities
- Firefly watching: Best from April to October
- Forest hiking: Multiple professional hiking trails
- Stream trekking: Exciting valley crossing adventures
Best Seasons
- Summer: June-August, average 20°C, ideal summer retreat
- Autumn: September-November, colorful foliage
- Firefly season: April-October (peak in July-August)
Local Cuisine
- Qionglai Milk Soup Noodles: Local specialty noodle dish
- Tiantai Mountain Cured Pork: Traditional mountain farm flavor
- Bamboo Tube Rice: Rice cooked in fresh bamboo tubes
Practical Information
Opening Hours
Open year-round 8:30-17:30 (Firefly night viewing 18:00-21:30)
Ticket Prices
- Peak season (Apr-Nov): ¥65/person
- Off-season (Dec-Mar): ¥45/person
- Shuttle bus: ¥45/person (round trip)
Transportation
- Self-drive: ~2 hours from Chengdu via Chengwenqiong Expressway
- Public transport: Direct buses from Xinnanmen/Chadianzi Stations
- High-speed rail: To Qionglai Station then transfer to scenic shuttle
Notes
- Mountain weather changes quickly - recommend rain gear and warm clothing
- No flash photography and keep quiet when firefly watching
- Some trails are steep - recommend anti-slip hiking shoes