Monday, October 7, 2024 A tourist site in the Ailao Mountains, located in Southwest China’s Yunnan Province, has rapidly gained popularity during the National Day holidays. This once off-the-beaten-path location has become a trending attraction, drawing large crowds of curious visitors. Local authorities have assured the public that as long as tourists remain within designated areas and follow the regulations of the scenic site, their safety can be guaranteed.
However, those who venture into unauthorized areas face fines of up to 5,000 yuan ($710). The Ailao Mountains first captured attention when a video posted by a blogger showcased an eerie adventure featuring fog-covered trails and warning signs of bears in the area, stirring excitement and intrigue. The video quickly went viral, prompting an influx of tourists.
According to CCTV news, mountain roads have since become heavily congested due to the sudden surge in visitors. Spanning the prefecture-level cities of Chuxiong, Yuxi, and Pu’er, the Ailao Mountains are known for their dense forests, deep ravines, and unpredictable weather, earning them the nickname “Forest of Death.” These mountains are home to the largest, least disturbed, subtropical montane wet evergreen broadleaf forest ecosystem in the world.
Their remoteness and natural beauty have inspired a number of “mysterious stories.” The open areas of the Ailao Mountains, managed by the Xinping Yi and Dai Autonomous County, are accessible to travelers. Au.
