The famous pillar that inspired Avatar's floating mountains.
Address: Wulingyuan, Zhangjiajie, Hunan
Zhangjiajie's more than 3,000 quartz-sandstone pillars were shaped over millions of years by erosion. Many rise over 200 metres, covered in pines and often wrapped in mist.
After the film "Avatar" (2009), one pillar was renamed "Avatar Hallelujah Mountain". Wulingyuan is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
April–May and September–October.
Morning, before tour groups and when mist is likely.
Extremely crowded in early October.
Well-known hotels within easy reach. Check prices and availability for your dates.
It inspired the floating mountains in the film.
At least 2 days.
Yes.
