In Anji, Not New Zealand: Stumbling into a Secret World Straight Out of a Hayao Miyazaki Comic

🌿【Ultimate Guide to Anji Cloud Grassland】A Summer Escape in a Miyazaki-Inspired Wonderland! Featuring Hobbit Town + Cliff Bungee Adventures 1. Must-Visit Dream Spots (With Photography Tips) ▶ Highland Paradise (New Zealand Farm Alternative) 🐑 Windmill Sheep Ranch: Hundreds of free-range sheep roam here—snap a pic and it’s straight out of a Miyazaki film. Bring carrot sticks (¥10/bag at the ranch entrance) for feeding. The sheep are most active around 4 PM. 📸 Pro Tip: Shoot upward under the windmill, wear light-colored dresses (white/light blue), and avoid harsh noon light (best lighting: 10-11 AM or 3-5 PM). ▶ Hobbit Town (Real-Life Fairy Tale) 🏡 Highlights: 1:1 replicas of Lord of the Rings hobbit holes with rainbow domes, flower arches, and mini fences. Each cottage has a unique theme (mushroom/pumpkin house). Don’t miss the "Green Dragon Tavern" at the entrance for Hobbit bread (¥25/serving). 🔍 Hidden Gem: Find the cottage with the "Ring" emblem—inside displays Hobbit tableware, perfect for vintage-style photos. ▶ Cliff Thrill Rides (Adrenaline Rush) 🎢 Cliff Swing: Choose between solo (10m/20m) or tandem swings (extra ¥50 for tandem). Capture the embrace mid-air—just avoid the 20m option if afraid of heights. 🪜 Sky Ladder: The glass bridge reflects light—go barefoot for better grip and photos. Nervous? Hold the inner railing. 🪂 Cliff Bungee: Plunge 200m into the clouds! Pay ¥100 for a GoPro video of your jump—remember to spread your arms! ▶ Romantic Spots (Couples’ Picks) 🌉 Cloud Sea Walkway: 131.4m long (symbolizing "forever"). Catch the sea of clouds at 7-8 AM—bring sparklers for backlit silhouettes. 🪢 Fedala Cliff Rope Bridge: Connects two peaks with a gentle sway. Hold hands for maximum romance (or take the inner stairs if scared). 2. Itinerary Hacks (Skip the Crowds) ▶ One-Day Blitz (Enter by 8 AM) ⏰ Morning: Hobbit Town (1h photos) → Sheep Ranch (1h feeding + windmill shots) → Rainbow Grass Slide (30min wait, ride twice). 🍴 Lunch: Grassland Food Street (try the lamb chop rice, ¥48). 🎢 Afternoon: Fedala (2h) → Sky Ladder + Cliff Swing (1.5h) → Cloud Walkway (30min before sunset for backlighting). 🌌 Evening: Stargazing Deck (summer Milky Way views—bring a jacket). ▶ Two-Day Deep Dive (Stay Overnight) 🏨 Day 1: Check into 1168 Starry Sky Hotel → Hobbit Town night lights → Cliff Bar drinks. ☀️ Day 2: Sunrise at Cloud Walkway → Bungee Jump → Highland Go-Karts (new! ¥80/lap) → Souvenir shop (sheep plushies!) before leaving. 3. Pro Tips (Save Money + Avoid Pitfalls) ✅ Transport 🚗 Drive: Navigate to "Cloud Grassland Parking" from Hangzhou/Shanghai/Suzhou (¥20/day). Arrive before 9 AM on weekends—P2 lot is closer to the cable car. 🚄 Train: Taxi from Anji Station (~¥50/30min) or carpool (~¥15/person). 🏨 Top Stays 🛸 1168 Starry Sky Hotel: Planet-themed rooms (¥1200+, skylight views) include 2 adult + 1 child tickets + breakfast. Cave rooms (Hobbit-style, ¥800) are perfect for couples. 🏠 Budget Pick: Off-site "Yunqi B&B" (10min walk, ¥400/night with shuttle). 🍜 Food Recs 🌭 Must-Try: Grassland sausages (¥15), Hobbit bread (¥25), white tea ice cream (¥18). 🍖 Dinner: "Cloud Top Restaurant" lamb leg (¥198, feeds 3)—book a window seat for mountain views. 💰 Savings 🎫 Combo ticket (entry + 8 rides, ¥320) saves ¥80 vs. single tickets. Students get ¥50 off with ID. 🏨 Hotel stays include half-price next-day tickets (register at front desk)—great for revisits. 4. Outfit Guide 👗 Hobbit Town: Retro overalls + straw hat, carry a wicker basket (rent for ¥10). Crouch like a Hobbit for authenticity. 🎽 Cliff Rides: Quick-dry athletic wear (bright colors like orange/neon green) + baseball cap (windproof). 👒 Sheep Ranch: Floral dress + loafers, bring a bubble machine (¥20 onsite) for whimsical shots. 5. Must-Knows (Mountain Safety) ⚠️ Sun & Bugs: SPF 50+ and bug spray (mosquitoes love bamboo areas). 👟 Footwear: Grippy shoes for cliffs, sandals for Hobbit Town’s pebbly paths. 👨👩👧 Kids: Under 1.2m need adults on the grass slide. Don’t chase sheep! ⛈️ Weather: Summer thunderstorms may close cliff rides—listen for announcements. 🌟 Secret Perks 🌅 Sunrise Tour: Hotel guests can join a dawn photo group (¥50/person, departs 4:30 AM). 🎬 Starlight Cinema: Free outdoor movies (Fri/Sat nights)—bring snacks and relax on the lawn. 🎁 Souvenirs: Custom Hobbit name plaques (¥35) at the "Middle-earth" shop make unique gifts. From Hobbit-hole charm to cliff-edge thrills, Cloud Grassland brings Miyazaki’s summer to life. Bookmark this guide to explore every comic-book corner—may your trip be more magical than the movies! 🎬✨