Tianmen Mountain Forest Park

Tianmen mountain forest park is named after the natural wonder Tianmen Cave. With an altitude of 1588 meters, it is renowned as “The Soul of wuling” and it also a national 5A (the highest awarded rating) level scenic spot. It boasts unique naturel landscapes, artificial landscapes and rare wonders. Tianmen mountain is famous worldwide for having the longest high-altitude passenger cableway, the highest natural mountain cave in the world, the first crooked road wonder in the world, the first glass cliff walkway. Feeling courageous? Tianmen mountain is also the only places where you can base jump and be one with the sky. Don’t hold anything back as you soar through the skies. Tianmen Mountain is a must-visit destination for exploring the natural scenery of Zhangjiajie.

 

The Tianmen Mountain Cableway is the world's longest high-altitude cableway. It starts from the Zhangjiajie city area and extends all the way to the mountaintop of Tianmen Mountain, covering a distance of approximately 7.4 kilometers. Visitors can reach the mountaintop in about 30 minutes and enjoy breathtaking views along the way, flying over steep cliffs and deep valleys. From the cable car, one can overlook the undulating mountains, winding rivers, and dense forests. Particularly during the early morning or evening, the sunlight reflects off the peaks and valleys, creating a charming array of colors, adding to the excitement and mystery of exploring Tianmen Mountain.

The Tianmen Mountain Glass Walkway is situated at the mountaintop of Tianmen Mountain, winding along the ridge. On sunny days, the blue sky and white clouds reflect on the entire walkway, making one feel both cautious and exhilarated walking on the transparent pathway, while also enjoying the sensation of walking amidst the clouds, bringing a sense of tranquility and joy. During cloudy weather, the scene appears ethereal and mysterious, as if being transported to a heavenly realm, evoking awe and wonder.

The Tianmen Mountain Heaven-Linking Avenue, acclaimed as the 'First Miraculous Road under Heaven' and the top among China's ten most winding mountain roads, features a total of 99 hairpin bends. Renowned for its steep terrain and magnificent scenery, it evokes a sense of harmony between man and nature.

the door to the heaven

It is a naturally formed massive cave, with a height of approximately 131.5 meters, a width of about 50 meters, and a depth of around 60 meters, making it the world's highest naturally formed through-cave. Tianmen Cave is one of the iconic attractions in the Tianmen Mountain Scenic Area. Visitors can take the longest sightseeing escalator in the world consisting of 12 sections directly to the cave entrance. From there, one can enjoy breathtaking views of the majestic peaks, valleys, sea of clouds, and the cityscape of Zhangjiajie. Connecting Tianmen Cave to the Heaven-Linking Avenue are 999 steps, said to be the gateway to heaven. It is believed that crossing this celestial ladder can help one overcome the challenges in life.

Legendary Tianmen Mountain

Russian Air Force Crossing Tianmen Cave

The crossing of Tianmen Cave by five Russian fighter jets is a breathtaking aerial performance, showcasing the extraordinary skills of the pilots and the powerful performance of the aircraft. This feat has attracted global attention and has become a legendary event in the Tianmen Mountain Scenic Area.

Tianmen Mountain Red-bull Wingsuit Flying World Championship

The Tianmen Mountain Wingsuit Flying World Championship is an extremely challenging and visually captivating international competition that attracts top wingsuit flying athletes from around the world. The competition course is set amidst the cliffs and precipices of the Tianmen Mountain Scenic Area, where competitors perform a series of high-difficulty aerial maneuvers and stunts, such as flying over cliffs, crossing valleys, flipping, and spiraling. Spectators can not only watch the intense competition from viewing points at the top of Tianmen Mountain or at the foot of the mountain but also witness a grand event showcasing the magnificent landscape of Tianmen Mountain and the allure of wingsuit flying. This championship adds boundless charm and charisma to the Tianmen Mountain Scenic Area.

Heaven-Linking Avenue car Race

The Tianmen Mountain Parkour Competition attracts parkour enthusiasts from around the globe. Held on the 999 Steps of Tianmen Mountain, participants showcase a series of high-difficulty parkour movements and techniques, including climbing, jumping, rolling, and long jumping. They must complete the course at the fastest speed possible while maintaining balance and stability to avoid accidents.