Tianmen Mountain
Accessible via the world's longest cable car ride, featuring a glass walkway along cliff edges and Tianmen Cave.
History & Background
Tianmen Mountain, at 1,518m, is Zhangjiajie's highest peak. The mountain is famous for Tianmen Cave, a natural 131m-high arch known as "Heaven's Gate." The world's longest cable car ride at 7,455m connects the city to the summit. Glass walkways cling to cliff edges 1,400m above the valley.
What to See & Do
- Tianmen Cave (Heaven's Gate) natural arch
- Glass walkway along cliff edges
- 99-bend road visible from the cable car
- Tianmen Temple at the summit
- World's longest cable car at 7,455m
Visitor Tips
- Book cable car tickets in advance
- Take the cable car up and bus down
- The glass walkway requires shoe covers
- Climb the 999 steps to Tianmen Cave
- Visit on a clear day for best views
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