Mount Huangshan

Author: Editorial Board of "China Travel Guide"
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Publishing Date: 2000-09-01
Features: Huangshan is located in the southern part of Anhui Province and is one of China's top ten scenic spots. It is situated at the border of She County, Yi County, and Xiuning County in southern Anhui. The area covers approximately 1,200 square kilometers, with the core scenic area covering about 154 square kilometers. Here, thousands of peaks vie in beauty, with 72 unique peaks, including Tiandu Peak, Lotus Peak, and Guangming Peak, all exceeding 1,800 meters in elevation. They rise dramatically from the ground, exuding a majestic and magnificent aura. In 1990, it was listed by UNESCO as a "World Cultural and Natural Heritage," gaining international fame and leaving a lasting impression on the world. Huangshan combines the strengths of famous mountains: the grandeur of Mount Tai, the of Mount Hua, the misty clouds of Mount Heng, the waterfalls of Mount Lu, the exquisite rocks of Mount Yandang, and the beauty of Mount Emei. No other mountain can match Huangshan's diverse features. The Ming Dynasty traveler and geographer Xu Xiake visited Huangshan twice and marveled, "Once you climb Huangshan, there is no mountain in the world that can compare; it is the pinnacle of beauty!" He also left the famous saying, "After visiting the Five Great Mountains, there is no need to see other mountains; after visiting Huangshan, there is no need to see the Five Great Mountains." Huangshan welcomes guests from all over the world with its magnificent appearance. It is said that no peak in Huangshan lacks rocks, no rock lacks pine trees, and no pine tree lacks uniqueness. It is renowned for its four wonders: unique pines, strange rocks, sea of clouds, and hot springs. Its two lakes, three waterfalls, sixteen springs, and twenty-four streams all shine in harmony.---Huangshan is also known as the "Natural Zoo of the World and the Botanical Garden of the World." With its pleasant climate, it is a unique summer resort. Those who have not visited Huangshan yearn for it, and those who have visited it even more cherish it. It will make you happy to come and satisfied to leave.