The Xihai Grand Canyon cable car in Huangshan is located within the valley of the Xihai Grand Canyon, ascending to the Tianhai scenic area and descending to the Paiyunxi Station. The cable car spans a total length of 892 meters with an average gradient of 34 degrees, taking approximately 8 minutes for a one-way trip. The sightseeing cable cars operate in opposite directions, passing each other at the station located at the central arc position of the track. The transparent glass carriages allow passengers to fully enjoy the beautiful scenery along the way. As the cable car traverses through the sea of clouds, passengers can admire the unique landscapes of the Jiulong Peak, the Divine Dragon Gathering Herbs, and the Huizhou Women. Starting from the valley bottom, one can experience the view of gazing up at the sheer cliffs. The pristine ecological wonders of peculiar pines and strange rocks, the grand canyons with towering cliffs, and the majestic mountain ranges can all be taken in within just a few minutes. Recommended routes are as follows, both taking approximately 2.5 hours: 1. Paiyun Pavilion – First Ring – Second Ring – Paiyunxi Station – Tianhai Station – Baiyun Hotel. Entering from Paiyun Pavilion, walk the First and Second Rings down to Paiyunxi Station, which takes about 2 hours on foot, then take the cable car to Tianhai Station and walk to Baiyun Hotel to continue the journey. 2. Baiyun Hotel – Tianhai Station – Paiyunxi Station – Second Ring – First Ring – Paiyun Pavilion. This route is suitable for those entering the mountain from Ciguang Pavilion, as it follows a more convenient path. Operating hours are from 08:00 to 17:00 all year round.
Xihai Grand Canyon Cable Car
The Xihai Grand Canyon cable car in Huangshan is located within the valley of the Xihai Grand Canyon[...]
