Recommendation
8.9
Destinations
Zhangjiajie
A mountain-and-canyon destination for dramatic sandstone pillars, glass bridges, cable cars, and the landscapes associated with Avatar inspiration.
Suggested stay
2-3 days
Region
Central China
City overview
Zhangjiajie, China
A mountain-and-canyon destination for dramatic sandstone pillars, glass bridges, cable cars, and the landscapes associated with Avatar inspiration.
Planning note
Plan park tickets and transport carefully. Stay in Wulingyuan for national park access or downtown for Tianmen Mountain.
Main attractions
Food to try
- Sanxiaguo dry pot
- Tujia bacon
- Rice tofu
- Sour fish
Best for
MountainsHikingPhotographyAdventure
City photos
Zhangjiajie
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