Mount Huangshan, a majestic mountain standing in the south of Anhui Province, north of Huangshan City, has been a favorite creative theme of literati painters since ancient times, and is known as “the world’s first strange mountain”. It is not only a world cultural and natural double heritage, but also attracts tourists from all over the world to explore its mystery and magnificent beauty.Huangshan Mountain is located in longitude 118 ° 01 ′ to 118 ° 17 ′, latitude 30 ° 01 ′ to 30 ° 18 ′, about 40 kilometers from north to south, east to west is about 30 kilometers wide, with a total area of about 1,200 square kilometers. It spans Shexian, Xiuning and Yixian counties as well as Huangshan and Huizhou districts, and is a bright pearl in Anhui Province. Here belongs to the subtropical monsoon climate, the four seasons are clear, each season has its unique scenery: spring, mountain flowers bloom in full bloom; in summer, it is a good place to avoid the summer heat; in autumn, the leaves cascade and colorful; in winter, it is a world of ice and snow wrapped in silver.
Mount Huangshan is famous for its “five greats”, i.e. strange pines, strange rocks, sea of clouds, hot springs and winter snow. The pines are scattered all over the mountains and valleys, with different forms, such as the welcoming pine that warmly greets the tourists, and the sending pine that bids farewell to the tourists. These pines are rooted in rocks and nourished by clouds and mist, some are rooted in the cliffs and some are erected in the cliffs, showing the resilience and beauty of life. Strange stones are famous for their large number and strange forms, such as “Golden Rooster Calling Heaven’s Gate” and “Squirrel Jumping to Heaven”, etc., which, together with the strange pines, constitute the unique natural landscape of Mount Huangshan. The Sea of Clouds is one of the wonders of Mount Huangshan, which is unpredictable and spectacular, as if one is in a fairyland. Hot springs attract visitors with their unique therapeutic effects and long history. The winter snow of Huangshan Mountain is even more beautiful and mesmerizing.
In addition to its unique natural landscape, Mount Huangshan also contains a deep cultural heritage. Since ancient times, it has been a resort for literati and dignitaries to travel, leaving behind numerous precious cultural heritages. There are rich cultural relics such as ancient stirrup paths, ancient couplets, ancient bridges, ancient pavilions, ancient temples, ancient pagodas, etc., and more than 300 cliff carvings, which have witnessed the historical changes of Mount Huangshan and enriched the cultural connotation of Mount Huangshan. In addition, Huangshan Mountain has also nurtured the “Huangshan School of Painting” in Chinese landscape painting, which has had a far-reaching influence on the art of Chinese painting.
When visiting Mount Huangshan, tourists can choose to take the cable car from the downtown area of Huangshan City to the mountain, which is easy and convenient; they can also choose to hike up the mountain to experience the magnificence and steepness of Mount Huangshan. Accommodation on the mountain is perfect, with a variety of grades of hotels and inns for tourists to choose from.
All in all, Mount Huangshan is a tourist destination that combines natural beauty with cultural heritage. Whether you are an explorer who loves mountaineering or a traveler in search of culture, you can find your own fun and rewards here.