Overview
Mount Huashan, one of China's Five Great Mountains as the Western Peak (alongside Mount Tai in the east and Mount Heng in the south), is a Taoist sacred site in Huayin, about 120km east of Xi'an. Of its five peaks — East, West, South, North, and Central — the South Peak at 2,155m is the highest, and the 'Plank Walk in the Sky,' wooden planks nailed straight into a cliff face, is famous as one of the world's most dangerous hiking trails. The West and North Peak cable cars let visitors enjoy the spectacular scenery without the physical strain of climbing. Admission CNY 180 in peak season (March-November), CNY 100 off-season (valid 2 days). About 30-50 minutes from Xi'an North Station by high-speed rail to Huashan North Station, followed by a shuttle bus.
Opening Hours
The mountain is open 24 hours; cable cars run 07:00-19:00 (peak season), 08:00-18:00 (off-season).
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To see sunrise, hike up the night before or take the cable car at dawn. The Plank Walk requires a separate safety harness rental fee and is best avoided if you have a fear of heights.
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🇰🇷 Tips for Korean Travelers
Practical info for Korean travelers heading to Xi'an, China from Seoul (ICN).
Korean Passport · Visa
Check visa rules for China on the Korean MOFA travel advisory site before flying — visa-free, visa-on-arrival or e-visa rules change often. Keep at least 6 months of passport validity.
Flight from Incheon (ICN)
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KRW ↔ Local Currency
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Korean Community · Korean Food
Many cities have an active Korean community in Xi'an with Korean restaurants, mini-marts, and Korean-speaking guides. Search Naver Cafe or KakaoTalk open chats for "Xi'an 한인" before you go.
Attractions near Mount Huashan
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Huaqing Palace
The imperial hot spring retreat where Tang's Yang Guifei famously bathed.
📍 81.3km away
Bell Tower & Drum Tower
Xi'an's iconic Bell Tower and Drum Tower built in 1384 — beautifully lit at night.
📍 107.9km away
Muslim Quarter (Huimin Street)
A 1,000-year-old Hui Muslim district — Xi'an's ultimate street food paradise.
📍 108.0km away
Things to Do in Xi'an
Terracotta Army Guided Tour
A 4-hour guided tour through Pits 1, 2, 3 and the museum in Korean or English, hearing Qin Shi Huang's ambitions and the secrets of crafting the warriors. Guide fee extra (CNY 150-300)
Xi'an City Wall Bike Ride
Rent a bike atop the 13.7km Xi'an City Wall and loop the entire ramparts in about 1.5 hours — sunset is unforgettable. Admission + bike about CNY 100
Muslim Quarter Night Market Food Crawl
Eat your way through the 1,000-year-old Muslim Quarter night market — lamb skewers, yangrou paomo, biang biang noodles, roujiamo, and sweet bayberry tea. Budget about CNY 80-150 per person