The festive atmosphere lingers in the mountains around the Lantern Festival
In the period around the Lantern Festival, the holiday mood has not fully faded, and a warm New Year feeling still lingers in the mountains. On a clear day, a walk in the mountains to take in the scenery is a good way to stretch your legs and carry the festive spirit on through your trip. There is no need to rush the pace of travel at this time; walking slowly and looking slowly, combining mountain scenery with a sense of the New Year, makes for a pleasant arrangement.
One thing to keep in mind is that winter has not yet receded at this time of year, and there is a noticeable difference in how the air feels between the mountain and the foot of the mountain, and between day and early morning and evening. Check the weather before setting out and keep the itinerary relaxed, and the trip will feel more unhurried.
Mountain walks on clear days: note the beauty of the crisp cold
On clear days, the views from the mountain are relatively open, and the scenery along the way is easier to take in. Around the Lantern Festival, rime and snow scenes occasionally appear at high elevations, with frost and snow clinging to the branches; set against the clear light, they have a beauty all their own, crisp and cold. Such scenes cannot be counted on, so if you come across one, linger a while, take some photos and look out at the distant views; and if you do not, there is no need to regret it, since the mountain air and the quiet are worth the trip in themselves.
- On clear days the wind on the mountain is strong and it feels colder than at the foot of the mountain, so bring enough clothing.
- When rime and snow scenes appear, the paths may be wet and slippery; walk more slowly and watch your footing.
- When enjoying the scenery, stay within safe areas and keep away from edges and slippery sections.
More visitors: plan your reservation and off-peak timing in advance
There are more visitors during the holiday period, and deciding to go at the last minute often means queues and crowds. It is advisable to book in advance under your real name, plan your entry time, and try to enter during off-peak hours. You can plan an earlier schedule, entering early and descending early, which avoids the times when crowds are concentrated and leaves plenty of time for the descent so you are not rushed.
Temperatures on the mountain are low and the wind is strong, so keeping warm and preventing slips are the two important things. Dress mainly for warmth and ease of movement, and choose shoes with slip-resistant soles. If there are changes to operations, follow the on-site guidance and proceed in an orderly way. Safety and civility go together: it saves you worry and lets everyone travelling with you enjoy the trip comfortably.
A few travel reminders
- Book in advance under your real name, enter during off-peak hours, and try to enter early and descend early.
- Temperatures on the mountain are low and the wind is strong; keep warm and bring slip-resistant shoes.
- If there are changes to operations, follow on-site guidance; do not crowd or push ahead.
- Clear weather is good for mountain walks and scenery, but winter has not faded, so do not pack the itinerary too full.