The most time- and money-saving snow viewing destination in Guangdong, China: Nanyue Hengshan

Nanyue Hengshan's small winter is known as the "Southern Snow Country". Every cold winter, it attracts people from around Guangzhou and Shenzhen to come here to enjoy the snow and pray for blessings. The high-speed rail is close and convenient!

Travel Guide (Guangzhou to the destination):
Transportation: Guangzhou South → Hengyang East Station → Mount Heng in Nanyue
High-speed rail ticket price: ¥259, travel time: 2 hours 18 minutes

Regarding tickets:
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During the off-peak season (November to April, ¥80/person), tickets can be purchased at the ticket office.
Scenic bus: One-way ¥45, round-trip ¥75
Cable car ropeway: Round-trip ¥80
There is a half-price ticket policy for students, seniors, and children.
In case of icy road conditions due to snow, both the scenic bus and cable car will be closed, and only walking up the mountain is possible.

Itinerary:

1. Two-day trip
   Plan 1: Hengshan West Station/Hengshan East Station - Mount Heng Scenic Area - Huayan Lake - Loyalty Shrine - Yanshou Pavilion - Lingzhi Spring - Mojing Platform - Magu Wonderland - Yanyun Terrace
   Plan 2: Half Mountain Farm - South Heavenly Gate - Lion Rock - Guanyin Rock - Shangfeng Temple - Zhurong Peak (watch the sunrise) - Descend - Return

1. Three-day trip
   Day 1: Guangzhou to Mount Heng Scenic Area
   Plan 1: Mount Heng foothill - Huayan Lake - Loyalty Shrine - Yanshou Pavilion - Half Mountain Inn
   Plan 2: Half Mountain Pavilion - Zhurong Peak (watch the sunrise) - South Heavenly Gate - Iron Buddha Temple - Yehou Academy - Purple Bamboo Forest - Half Mountain Pavilion - Return

Must-visit attractions:

1. Zhurong Peak
   Ideal location to capture sunrise and sunset views of Mount Heng, the highest peak, offering the best views of snow and cloud seas.
2. South Heavenly Gate
   Opportunity to admire the spectacular frost scene.
3. Zengguo Pan Ancient Road
   One of the ancient roads leading to Zhurong Peak in Mount Heng, known as the "pilgrimage path" in the hearts of many tourists, winding through the mountains.
4. Nanyue Grand Temple
   The largest temple in southern China, also known as the Southern Palace Museum.

Equipment Guide (if departing from Guangzhou):

1. 1-2 sets of changing clothes, hiking boots, down jacket or fleece windbreaker
2. ID card, a small amount of cash (you probably won't need it; mobile payment is very convenient)
3. Hat, gloves, scarf, and other cold-resistant items; ice claws, hiking poles, headlamp or flashlight
4. Charger, backup power source, camera, etc.
5. Water, dry snacks (sausages, eight-treasure porridge, chocolate, etc.)
6. Outdoor sunscreen, umbrella, personal toiletries, U-shaped pillow, thin blanket, etc.
7. Backpack, small waist bag or small shoulder bag