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Huashan National Park Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels

Mountain in Shaanxi, China

About Huashan National Park

The 2,154-meter-tall mountain, true to its reputation as the "most precipitous mountain under heaven", is a cluster of five peaks with breathtaking cliff faces. It is one of China's top mountain-climbing destinations and is often overrun with tourists. Hua was the location of several influential Taoist monasteries and was known as a center for the practice of traditional Chinesemartial arts. It is also one of the five holy Taoist mountains of China. Hua is popularly known as the "Most Dangerous Hiking Trail in the World". Even though the climb does not require any technical climbing skills, the hike contains a few steep ascents withvia ferrata, narrow passes, and paths with no railings. One route, theChangkong Zhandao, takes you along a narrow wooden pathway that was nailed into the sid

Top Attractions in Huashan National Park

Explore the best things to see and do in Huashan National Park:

  • Central Peak
  • East Peak
  • Green Dragon Ridge
  • North Peak
  • South Peak
  • West Peak

Where to Stay in Huashan National Park

  • 🏨Huashan Baolianshe Youth Hostel

Huashan National Park Travel Guide Sections

Our comprehensive guide covers 12 sections including:

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