【Jinggang Spring Rhyme: An Immersive Journey of Red and Green】

✨ Time-Traveling Through Red Memories ✨ Amidst the rolling sea of clouds at **Huangyangjie**, you can almost hear the battle cries from the 1928 defense. Standing at the 1,343m-high mountain pass, touch the fortifications built by the Red Army, gaze at the layered peaks, and feel the heroic spirit of the verse: *"After crossing Huangyangjie, no other peril seems worth seeing."* At 5:37am, the sunrise intertwines with the clouds, and golden light pierces the mist—a must-capture "mirror of the sky" moment for photographers. The **Jinggangshan Revolutionary Museum**, upgraded with multimedia technology, will reopen in **April 2025** with new interactive exhibits, immersing visitors in the revolutionary spark that ignited a prairie fire. The solemn **Jinggangshan Revolutionary Martyrs' Cemetery** (free entry) features 49 steps symbolizing the 1949 founding of New China and 60 steps marking the 60th anniversary of the Jinggangshan base. Climb to the top for a panoramic view of Ciping. 🌸 A Poetic Stroll Through Azalea Blooms 🌸 Coinciding with the **16th Jinggangshan Azalea Festival** (opening **April 13**), over 100,000 azaleas of 26 varieties blaze across Yicui Lake and Leader Peak in fiery reds and soft pinks. Hike the **Ten-Mile Azalea Mountain Corridor** in May, where crimson blooms contrast with the bizarre pines and rocks of Bijia Peak. At night, watch the *Spark* live-action show, reliving the revolutionary flames of 1929 through sound and light. 🌿 Nature’s Fairy-Tale Escape 🌿 The **Dragon Pool Scenic Area** enchants with its "Five Pools and Eighteen Waterfalls." Walk the trails past Jade Pool’s clarity and Fairy Waterfall’s grace, and you might catch a rainbow arching over the cascades. For a bird’s-eye view, take the cable car and feel the awe of *"a waterfall plunging three thousand feet."* The **Shuikou Scenic Area**’s rainbow waterfall shimmers under sunlight—visit in the afternoon for the best light play. 🍴 Jinggang’s Flavors on the Tongue 🍴 At **Shanlixiang Farmhouse Restaurant** in Ciping Tianjie, try **Jinggang Smoked Bamboo Shoots** and **Stone Ear Stewed Free-Range Chicken**—a hearty taste of Luling cuisine. **Pengji Salt-Baked Chicken** offers crispy-skinned, tender meat paired with spicy river fish (approx. CNY 50/person). Complete the meal with red rice and pumpkin soup, recreating the Red Army’s humble yet delicious fare. 🏨 Stay Amidst the Scenery 🏨 Ciping Town is the ideal base. The **Jinggangshan Hotel**, with its historic red-walled architecture, sits at the scenic core, steps from the museum. For uniqueness, **Banmu Fangtang Homestay** blends bamboo elements into courtyard design, waking you to birdsong and mountain views. Budget travelers will love **Yilong Ruiyun Hotel**’s value and proximity to the tourist center. 🚗 Practical Tips 🚗 ▫️ **Transport**: From Nanchang, take a high-speed train to Ji’an Station (1.5h), then transfer to a scenic shuttle (1.5h). Self-drive via Puyan Expressway (~4h). ▫️ **Tickets**: Peak-season (Mar–Oct) combo ticket (CNY 165) covers 20 sites like Huangyangjie and Dragon Pool; shuttle bus: CNY 90. Flight ticket holders get 50% off; students/military enjoy discounts. ▫️ **Itinerary**: 3D2N in-depth tour: 🔹 Day 1: Huangyangjie → Bamboo Garden → Xiaojing Red Army Hospital → Dragon Pool 🔹 Day 2: Revolutionary Museum → Dajiing Former Residence → Shuikou → *Spark* show 🔹 Day 3: Azalea Mountain → Main Peak (CNY 100 bill backdrop) → Ciping Tianjie ▫️ **Tips**: May temps average 19–28°C—pack a light jacket. Rainproof shoes/gear recommended. Book tickets via *Jinggangshan Tourism* WeChat to skip lines. 🌟 This "Cradle of the Chinese Revolution" is not just a spiritual beacon but a poetic blend of nature and culture. Standing in Huangyangjie’s clouds, wandering through azalea seas, or savoring red rice, you’ll understand Guo Moruo’s words: *"After Jinggangshan, no other mountains stir my soul."* This spring, let’s return to Jinggangshan for a timeless rendezvous. 📸 **Photo Tips**: Best cloud-sea shots at Huangyangjie 1h post-sunrise. Use slow shutter for Dragon Pool’s silky waterfalls. Azalea Mountain is perfect for hanfu-clad vintage portraits.