The film's director and production designers said that they drew inspiration for the floating rocks from mountains from around the world, but mainly from Guilin, Huangshan, and Zhangjiajie in …

Zhangjiajie is a city, region, and national park located in Central China, approximately 1,000 kilometers (600 miles) from Hong Kong (a 6.5-hour train ride away).

Oct 14, 2025 · Wulingyuan National Park, core scenic area of Zhangjiajie in central China, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, world-famous for its iconic floating Avatar mountains.

Oct 22, 2025 · The Zhangjiajie’s Mountains - Floating Mountains - are one of China's natural gems. See for yourself on this virtual tour of Zhangjiajie Park.

Zhangjiajie’s Avatar Mountains, located in the Hunan Province of China, gained international fame for their striking resemblance to the floating Mountains in the 2009 film “Avatar.”

Jun 27, 2025 · Hallelujah Mountain in Zhangjiajie National Forest Park, once named Qiankun Column, is the prototype of the floating mountains in world famous film Avatar.

Beyond the bright lights and ancient sites, China’s wild heart is waiting to be discovered. The lakes, the mountains, the snaking rivers and streams… it’s a land of surprising natural beauty …

Oct 9, 2025 · Ever since Avatar hit the big screen, travelers have searched for the real-life floating mountains of Pandora. Turns out, they’re not in outer space—they’re right here in Zhangjiajie, …

Oct 20, 2025 · Zhangjiajie Avatar Mountains—China's floating peaks that inspired Pandora. Guide with best times, hiking trails, photography spots & insider tips.

Sep 25, 2025 · Local stories speak of immortals who inhabited these mountains, of fierce dragons and benevolent spirits. Each pillar has its own tale, turning the landscape into a grand open-air …