First, you should pay attention to the following points when you visit Mount Tai at the end of July:
1. Mountaineering route:
Know the travel route to Mount Tai in advance, plan the time and place for rest and eating, and it is best to have acquaintances to lead the way to prevent blindly rushing into the mountains. The climbing time can be determined according to the sunrise time of the season. It is strongly recommended to climb Mount Tai for the first time along the ancient imperial road of Hongmen-Zhongtianmen-Nantianmen, that is, the eastern line of Hongmen Line.
2. Mountaineering time:
The summer half of each year is the best climbing season, but midsummer is extremely hot, which is not recommended. You can also arrange flexibly according to your own time, and the season is not an absolute factor. It's best to be sunny and cloudy. Please don't climb the mountain when it rains. After the rain, the mountain is steep and the road is not very safe. So be sure to pay attention to the recent weather before you go. If you want to watch the sunrise on Mount Tai, you'd better climb the mountain at night, and leave around 22:11 at night. There are still many people climbing Mount Tai at night in summer.
if you climb mountains during the day, rest early the night before and save your strength. Get up around 5:11 in the morning, drink some yogurt and have a nutritious breakfast to replenish your strength, but don't eat too much! Mountaineering consumes a lot of oxygen, so eating too much will have an impact. It's hot in summer, so it's cooler to get up early and climb the mountain, and it can also avoid the peak of people climbing.
If you climb Mount Tai at night, there will be a lot of people on the road, all rushing to the Jade Emperor's Peak to grab a seat. It's best to climb the mountain from Daizongfang Arch, with more than 6,111 steps along the way. It's best to wear autumn clothes at night, and it's colder when you get to the top of the mountain (Mount Tai is 1,545 meters above sea level). There are military coats to rent in the hotel at the top of the mountain. According to the old 11-41 yuan. The most important thing is to pay attention to safety, climb mountains without looking at the scenery, and look at the scenery without climbing mountains. There is no street lamp, remember to bring a flashlight. However, if the weather is fine in summer, there is a special view of climbing Mount Tai at night.
3. Mountaineering method:
There are many people on foot, so if you go up the mountain by car or cableway, you will lose the meaning of climbing Mount Tai. From Hongmen via Zhongtianmen to Nantianmen to Yuhuangding, the vertical elevation difference is more than 1,311 meters, the distance is seven or eight kilometers, and it takes about 4-5 hours to walk, depending on individual physical strength. You can't expect to climb in one go. You can have more rest along the way according to the situation. Don't make yourself very tired. Pay attention to the distribution of physical strength, and of course don't give up! There are two main problems to pay attention to on the way to mountaineering:
① Grasp the speed of going up and down the mountain, and don't exercise too hard, causing muscle strain;
② Take a rest on the way, and try not to sit on the wet ground or at the air outlet. If you sweat a lot, you can widen your collar a little, and try not to undress and take off your hat to avoid catching cold. You can massage your waist and leg muscles at rest to prevent muscle stiffness.
4. Attention in mountain climbing: protect the environment, do not scribble, do not litter, and cherish Mount Tai.
2. Mountaineering preparations are as follows:
1. Mountaineering weather:
You should know the climate characteristics of Mount Tai, and pay attention to the weather forecast on the day before climbing. Take good clothes to keep out the cold in the morning and evening to prevent colds; Prepare sunscreen and skin protection products to avoid sunburn.
2. Equipment on the way:
Take as little equipment as possible, as long as you bring money, camera and flashlight (for mountain climbing at night). Like water and eating less, in fact, the prices of things on the mountain are acceptable. The cheapest water is a bottle of 2 yuan and a bowl of instant noodles 6-8 yuan. Of course, if your physical strength is not particularly good, you should take hiking poles with you, and you can buy them at the foot of the mountain. 2 yuan is very helpful for mountaineering. If you need to catch a train after climbing Mount Tai, you can store your luggage. There is a small booth for renting electronic guides next to the Red Gate ticket office. Those who are interested in humanistic knowledge can rent one to relieve boredom.
3. Dressing guide:
During spring and summer, from April to early June, although it is warm, there are many strong winds and dry weather, and sandstorms often occur. Pay attention to sun protection and hydration. Winter and early spring (February-March of the following year) are the coldest times in Mount Tai. If you climb the mountain at this time, you must do a good job of cold protection and pay attention to the information of mountain closure in advance. Summer (mid-June-August) is the rainy season in Taishan area. There are many rainy days, so it is necessary to prepare rain gear.
The top of Mount Tai needs to be equipped with warm clothes all year round. Take coats in spring and summer and down jackets in autumn and winter. There are military coats for rent on the mountain. In order to reduce the burden of climbing, it is recommended not to bring too thick clothes.
Fourth, the best travel time:
The climate of Mount Tai has four distinct seasons and each has its own characteristics. The best time to visit Mount Tai is in summer, April-October is the best, and autumn (September-early October) is the best time to watch the sunrise.
In spring (March-May), Mount Tai is full of greenery, which attracts countless Chinese and foreign tourists to enjoy the spring outing. Moreover, May is the golden time to climb mountains and watch the sunrise. Mount Tai in May is full of green flowers, but it is often rainy and the temperature at the top of the mountain is low, with an average temperature of only 8℃-11℃. At this time, when climbing, you should pay attention to carrying cold and rain gear, and you will also encounter the wonders of the sea of clouds and jade plates;
Mount Tai is exceptionally cool in summer (June-September), and the average temperature is only 17℃ in the hottest time. Therefore, even if you climb the mountain in the hot summer, you will feel cool and comfortable under the shade of pines and cypresses. When you get to the top of the mountain, you sometimes need to bring warm clothes.
Autumn (September-October) is the most colorful season in Mount Tai. Looking from a distance, the layers of forest are all dyed.
Mount Tai in winter (February-February) has a unique charm. The first night after the snow, the whole mountain was wrapped in silver, which made people relaxed and happy.