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Langshan Scenic Area rolled out a diverse range of photography services to enhance visitors’ travel experience.

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“We found our photos!” On the morning of October 6, warmth filled the instant‑photo collection counter near the exit of Camel Peak at Langshan Scenic Area. Two children jumped for joy upon finding their souvenir photos. This heart‑warming scene vividly epitomizes how Langshan Scenic Area has optimized public‑friendly services to enhance visitors’ travel experience.

In recent years, addressing travel‑related pain points such as difficulties in taking good photos faced by elderly visitors and photography beginners, Langshan Scenic Area has kept improving its services. Multiple convenient photo‑taking spots have been set up at core scenic sites. Diversified photography services cater to the needs of various tourists, allowing visitors to easily preserve wonderful travel moments while admiring the breathtaking Danxia landform scenery.

It is learned that the Camel Peak photo‑shooting spot sits at the entrance of the Serpentine Boardwalk of Candle Peak, boasting a fantastic viewpoint that fully frames the boardwalk and the distinctive Danxia landscape of Candle Peak. Visitors may opt to have their photos taken by professional photographers with no need for personal professional gear or complicated operations, bringing great convenience. After sightseeing, visitors can choose from two photo options: free 2‑inch instant prints available for immediate collection; framed 7‑inch photos priced at only 25 yuan, with high‑definition digital copies provided as a complimentary bonus, delivering excellent value. Tailored for seniors, families with children and photography novices, this thoughtful service has won wide acclaim among tourists.

Beyond free instant souvenir photos, the scenic area has launched a new‑style traditional‑cultural travel‑shoot service to enrich visitor experiences. The travel‑shoot site at Qin Bridge on Langhu Street is professionally operated by the Xinning County Photographers’ Association. It offers a wide range of Hanfu and traditional Chinese costumes together with matching accessories. Dressed in ancient‑style outfits, visitors can take photos at popular spots including Qin Bridge, black‑canopied boats on the Fuyi River and riverside bamboo rafts. Against the stunning Danxia mountains and waters, they can capture poetic, sin‑inspired travel memories.

Leveraging the unique landscape of Bajiao Stronghold, a dedicated photo spot has been built on its main‑peak viewing platform for tourists to shoot the iconic “Whales Paddling in the Sea of Clouds”. When sea‑of‑clouds phenomena occur, rolling mountain ridges resemble groups of frolicking whales. The prime shooting angle enables visitors to perfectly capture the magnificent Danxia sea‑of‑clouds view exclusive to Bajiao Stronghold.

At present, Langshan Scenic Area has built a multi‑faceted photography service system covering instant souvenir photos at Camel Peak, traditional‑style travel shooting on Langhu Street, and dedicated landscape photography at Bajiao Stronghold. Balancing accessible public‑friendly amenities and distinctive experiences, the system enables visitors of all groups to enjoy the Danxia scenery of this World Natural Heritage site while receiving higher‑quality, heart‑warming and immersive travel experiences.

Late Lotus Blooms Grace Mount Langshan, Painting a Picturesque Autumn Scene

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As autumn sets in, the late lotus flowers in Shitian Village, Langshan Town of Xinning county are in full bloom. As an ancient poem goes: When September comes, blooms fade in regions south of the Yangtze; Lotus still gracefully blooms on the islet in the lake. No need to grieve for flowers blooming late;This pond holds a serene charm of its own.

The lotus pond sits at the foot of Camel Peak within the Mount Langshan Scenic Area. Benefiting from the area’s unique microclimate, hundreds of mu of lotus stretch in the wind. Pink and white lotus blooms set off the red Danxia cliffs and houses with white walls and black tiles, painting a rare autumn lotus scene. Many tourists come over the weekend to take photos, stroll in the countryside and taste farm food, savouring the unique comfort of early autumn.

Looking out into the distance stand magnificent and varied Danxia peak forests with cliff faces like giant screens. Nearby, green lotus leaves stretch as far as the eye can see, and pink-white lotus flowers stand elegantly. Sunlight spills over the pond. Some lotus flowers are fully open while others remain in bud. A gentle breeze carries the delicate fragrance of lotus leaves across the pond, refreshing the heart and mind. Standing amid the flowers, visitors feel as if wandering inside a painting.

Within the pond area, groups of cheongsam enthusiasts stroll slowly with umbrellas, showcasing gentle Chinese elegance. Guzheng players pluck strings beside the lotus; the music blends with the rustle of wind through lotus leaves, bringing a sense of tranquil immersion. Dancers improvise graceful movements, their flowing garments dancing with swaying lotus blooms.

Some visiting tourists stop to take photos, while others sit down to sketch. They immerse themselves in the pond scenery and enjoy the peace of the countryside.

Li Yanmei, a tourist, told reporters joyfully: “My girlfriends and I drove to the lotus base in Mount Langshan Scenic Area today. It’s cool and breezy here, and the air is filled with lotus fragrance. We get to admire the stunning views of Mount Langshan and witness the spectacular sight of lotus leaves stretching to the horizon. We’re all having a wonderful time.”

Driven by the flower-viewing boom, nearby farm restaurants and homestays are thriving. Local homestays such as Xinglin Courtyard serve Xinning specialties, with plasma duck as the signature dish. They also blend local flavours with ingredients harvested from the lotus pond. Tourists can enjoy beautiful scenery and delicious food while sightseeing and admiring lotus flowers.

Jiang Wei visited Mount Langshan with his family to see the lotus. He said the location is perfect for photos. The red cliffs, green leaves and pink lotus create wallpaper-worthy shots wherever you stand. The farm restaurants beside the pond serve lotus feasts and various delicacies. You can take photos of scenery and food alike. This trip is absolutely fantastic!

Danxia cliffs form the backdrop, accompanied by the breeze from lotus blooms. The wildly popular weekend getaway themed “red cliffs and green lotus” fully demonstrates Mount Langshan’s unique charm — a place to visit, settle down, appreciate scenery and enjoy activities.

Summer has quietly come to an end, yet the late lotus in Mount Langshan remains in full bloom. Why not seize this flowering season and head to the foot of Camel Peak to encounter the exclusive romance of Mount Langshan’s autumn lotus pond.