Xuedou Mountain Scenic Area, nestled within the Xikou Scenic Area, is a must-visit destination. It primarily consists of Xuedou Mountain and the Xuedou Temple. The mountain is renowned for its breathtaking scenery, crisp air, and captivating waterfalls and streams.
At the base of the mountain, you’ll find the Xuedou Temple, which is home to an impressive open-air Maitreya Buddha statue. A visit to Xuedou Mountain typically takes about half a day. Starting from the Xuedou Mountain Tourist Distribution Center, you can board a shuttle bus to Sanyintan. From there, it’s best to explore the Upper, Middle, and Lower Yintan in sequence. This area is considered the heart of Xuedou Mountain, where a stream gracefully carves out three pools within a canyon. On clear, sunny days, you might even be lucky enough to spot a rainbow at the Lower Yintan.
The Miaogao Platform is another highlight, showcasing historical documents and serving as a revered spot for climbing and summer retreats since ancient times. It offers a panoramic view, making it an ideal spot for sightseeing. From the platform, you can take in the picturesque scenery of Tingxia Lake in the distance. After descending from the back path of Miaogao Platform and passing by Zhang Xueliang’s detention site, it’s a short ten-minute walk to Xuedou Temple, where the Maitreya Buddha stands. Although the temple has undergone recent renovations, it remains a popular destination for visitors who come to ’embrace the Buddha’s feet’ in search of peace.
Lastly, there’s a transportation station at the entrance of Xuedou Temple. From here, you can catch a bus back to the distribution center. This route ensures a seamless visit to Xuedou Mountain, with no backtracking and all downhill travel.If you have two days, it is recommended to arrive in Xikou at noon on the first day, purchase a two-day joint ticket for the Xikou Scenic Area, and go up the mountain after lunch. There are no restaurants on Xuedou Mountain, only small shops providing basic food. After visiting Jiang’s former residence the next morning, you can return. Additionally, about three to four kilometers west of Sanyintan, there is a Xu Fu Rock, which is also a good waterfall, but it takes about half an hour to walk there and you need to return the same way. If time is limited, consider skipping it.
The entire text is open all year round from 08:30 to 16:30, with summer and autumn – summer schedule (May-September) and winter and spring – winter schedule (October-April). Xuedou Mountain Visitor Center/Xuedou Mountain Scenic Area: Summer schedule 08:00-17:00; Winter schedule 08:30-16:30; Xuedou Mountain Visitor Service Center to Sanyintan Transfer Station: Summer schedule 08:15-13:30; Winter schedule 08:45-13:00.
Preferential Policies: Children: aged 6 (inclusive) or under 1.2 meters (inclusive) in height (Chinese citizens), free; minors aged 6 (exclusive) to 18 (inclusive) (Chinese citizens), half price. Students: full-time undergraduate and below students (Chinese citizens), half price. Elderly: aged 70 (inclusive) and above with ID card or preferential certificate (Chinese citizens), free; aged 60 (inclusive) to 70 (exclusive) with ID card or preferential certificate (Chinese citizens), half price.**Free Admission Policies for Various Groups in Zhejiang Province**
1. **Military Personnel**
– Active military personnel with a military (armed police) officer certificate or soldier’s certificate.
– Retired military personnel who enjoy the treatment of active military personnel.
– As per the regulations of the People’s Government of Zhejiang Province, Document No. 14, 1999, admission is free.
2. **Disabled Individuals**
– Holders of the ‘People’s Republic of China Disability Certificate’ or ‘Revolutionary Disability Soldier Certificate’ (Chinese citizens).
– According to the regulations of Feng Zheng Ban [1999] No. 27, admission is free.
3. **Tour Guides**
– Holders of a tour guide certificate, tour guide qualification certificate, or travel agency general manager qualification certificate (travel agency post-training certificate) (Chinese citizens).
– Admission is free.
4. **Police Officers**
– Police officers with a work certificate from the Fenghua City Xikou Public Security Bureau who are on duty.
– Admission is free.
5. **Honorary Citizens**
– Holders of the Fenghua City Honorary Citizen Certificate issued by the Standing Committee of Fenghua City People’s Congress (Chinese citizens).
– Admission is free.
6. **Journalists**
– Holders of press cards issued by the State Press and Publication Administration or the State Administration of Radio, Film and Television (Chinese citizens).
– Admission is free.
7. **Administrative Law Enforcement Personnel**
– Holders of the Zhejiang Province Tourism Administrative Law Enforcement Certificate within the management area.
– Admission is free.
8. **Security Organ Staff**
– According to the regulations of Yong Zheng Ban [1999] No. 72, holders of the Ningbo City National Security Organ Work Certificate.
– Admission is free.
9. **Ningbo Veterans**
– Holders of the Ningbo City veteran preferential certificate (Chinese citizens).
– Admission is free.Service Facilities at Xuedou Mountain Scenic Area:
1. Parking Lot:
– Name: Xi Nan Parking Lot
– Reference Price: 20 yuan/day for standard vehicles; 10 yuan/day for small cars; 20 yuan/day for large vehicles
– Address: Xuedou Mountain Visitor Center
– Spaces: 1000 available
– Note: Larger vehicles are charged at 20 yuan/day.
2. WIFI:
– Account: xikouwifi
– Password: No password required
– To access, follow the official WeChat of Xikou Tourism
– Coverage: Full coverage throughout the area
3. Luggage Storage:
– Reference Price: Free of charge
4. Transportation within the Park:
– Address: Xuedou Mountain Tourism Distribution Center
5. Restrooms:
– There are multiple restrooms located within the park, with conspicuous signs in the ticket hall and throughout the scenic area for easy identification.
Additional Notes: The information provided above is for reference only. For the most accurate and up-to-date details, please refer to the information disclosed by the scenic area on the day of your visit.
