Zhangjiajie & Tianmen Mountain: China's Avatar-Inspired Landscape

AVATARS FLOATING MOUNTAINS ARE REAL....THEY'RE IN CHINA

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AVATARS FLOATING MOUNTAINS ARE REAL....THEY'RE IN CHINA
Travis Leon2025-05-1614 min

Zhangjiajie in China doesn’t look real — it feels like stepping into Avatar. These mountains were the inspiration for Pandora, and after seeing them in person, I get why. In this video, I take you through my full adventure across this insane part of China, including: Zhangjiajie National Forest Park – home of the real “floating mountains” Tianmen Mountain – one of the most epic cable car rides on Earth Heaven’s Gate – the iconic hole in the mountain with 999 steps Glass walkways, cliffside hikes, and some of the most surreal views I’ve ever seen This trip was a dream. If you’ve ever thought about exploring China beyond the usual cities — this is where you go.

--- Travis Leon
May 16, 2025, Spring in China

Video Chapters

  1. 0:28Arrival in Zhangjiajie
  2. 1:12Scenic drive and hotel
  3. 2:36Cable car to mountain
  4. 3:55High altitude bridge
  5. 4:47Diving platform
  6. 5:04Heaven's Gate
  7. 6:2772 building complex
  8. 8:05Night view of Heaven's Gate
  9. 8:51Zhangjiajie National Park
  10. 11:09Vertical elevator
  11. 12:26Ecstasy Terrace view

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AVATARS FLOATING MOUNTAINS ARE REAL....THEY'RE IN CHINA

Explore the breathtaking landscapes of Zhangjiajie and Tianmen Mountain in Hunan Province, China. Witness the awe-inspiring "floating mountains," the inspiration behind Pandora in Avatar. Experience the thrill of one of the world's most epic cable car rides to Tianmen Mountain, ascend the iconic 999 steps to Heaven's Gate, and conquer the thrilling glass walkways. This unforgettable adventure will redefine your perception of China's natural beauty.

Zhangjiajie & Tianmen Mountain: China's Avatar-Inspired Landscape

I Found Avatar’s Floating Mountains… in China Zhangjiajie in China doesn’t look real — it feels like stepping into Avatar. These mountains were the inspiration for Pandora, and after seeing them in person, I get why. In this video, I take you through my full adventure across this insane part of...

Attractions in this video: Avatar Mountains, Heavens Gate, Glass Walkways, Ecstasy Terrace