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Mountain in Zhejiang, China
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Moganshan is a mountain top tourist region near Hangzhou, Zhejiang, China. It is a good weekend retreat from Shanghai, as it is only a 2.5 to 3 hour drive south-west. It is busiest in July and August, when the weather in the cities and valleys below is much hotter. It is also very nice in the shoulder periods when the cooler weather makes for more pleasant hiking. This contributor has also visited after heavy snowfall in February. The mountain sells half price tickets in the winter, since it is less popular to visit. You can either drive or hike to the summit along the foot paths through the bamboo. In winter it can be lonely and beautiful, well worth the effort.
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Next to the Naked Retreats resort, Land Rover have an official experience centre where you go off road and see how far you can push a four wheel drive Land Rover. You will also see some of the remoter scenery of Moganshan mountains. Not particularly cheap, but an interesting experience nevertheless.
In town has helpful service, a nice patio, and can give you advice on things to do and where to stay.
Mogan Mountain network red restaurant, mountain spring bamboo forest soil chicken soup is light and delicious, the meat is fresh and tender, hand-made old tofu is also very delicious, Taihu radish braised ox tendon is also very delicious.
Beautiful old farmhouses renovated in a truly quaint style into a resort. A mix of rustic and luxury. Various activities also offered including horse riding, spa treatment, hiking, tea picking and archery. Michelin Star restaurant as well as two other decent restaurants on site.
The restored house is charming and the staff is eager to please. Its location is very convenient whether you're looking for a place that's close to the trails or close to the town and the Lodge.
Nestled in a quiet village in the heart of the bamboo forest in Moganshan with stunning views, Moganshan Solvang Village has local organic food, beer, a BBQ area and cozy lounges, as well.
By Bus: There is a direct 4 hour bus from Shanghai which leaves 3 times in the morning from the Old North Bus Station.
Read in the guideThe tourist area on top of the mountain is relatively small; there are numerous meandering footpaths that pass by bamboo forests, tea fields, and old stone houses.
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