Monkeys in the Misty Forest and Pandora Peaks

#fallingseason#mountainview #monkeys #hiking #Pandora #Zhangjiajie Getting there is so easy. You can fly or take a train to Zhangjiajie city, then get a taxi or a bus to Wulingyuan District. Zhangjiajie National Park is so easy to get around, with a free hop on hop off bus service included in the price of the ticket. You get a 3 or 4 day ticket depending on the season. 3 days was plenty enough time to wonder in the forest with the monkeys, climb the highest peaks (or use the elevator and various cables cars). The higher you go the more you feel like you are in Pandora. Make sure you visit the Hallelujah Mountain and others which were the inspiration for the floating mountains of the movie Avatar! We stayed in the lovely Lanting Elegant Restaurant Hotel, a 5-10 minute walk from the park entrance. It was a beautiful space with a much needed bathtub in the room, after long days hiking in the park! A great breakfast provided and a restaurant should you be too tired to venture out in the evening. The Wulingyan night market is a must. Of course it’s not as big as the famous Changsha night markets but the quality was just as good, and plenty of choices of food, from BBQ to hot pot, with both spicy and non spicy options. There’s also a selection of restaurants in the town, all within walking distance. I couldn’t recommend a trip to Zhangjiajie National Park enough. One of the most beautiful places not just in China, but the world. If it’s not already on your bucket list, then be sure to add it. You don’t want to miss this!