Mt. Lushan,
located in the northern part of Jiangxi Province, faceing the Yangtze
River to the north and bordering on the east with Poyang Lake, is one
of the most famous summer resorts in China, and was listed as one of the
World Natural Heritages by the UNESCO.
With
its peaks rising 1,474 meters above sea level, Mt. Lushan is attractive
for its mighty peaks, roaring waterfalls, mysterious cloud sea and philosophical
religions. It is cool in summer and covered with silver-white snow in
winter.
Mt.
Lushan has many scenic spots. It was among the first Key Scenic Districts
of China and was one of the districts bestowed the titles "forty
Best Scenic Districts of China" "AAAA-rated Tourism District"
and etc.
With
22 waterfalls, 18 rapid torrents, 14 lakes and ponds, The Three Cascade
Waterfall is the most outstanding water attraction. Originating in Dayue
Mountain, the spring angles around the backside of Five-Old-Men Peak and
pours into Nine Tier Gully, crashing twice upon rocks, and then converges
into a torrent, and drops once again. Driven by the gully wind, the tiny
drops dance in the misty air, sparkling in the sunlight and falling like
countless dazzling pearls.
Standing
1,436 meters above sea level, Five Old Men Peak has the most splendid
scene in Mt. Lushan. There are five little peaks coming in every shape
before the peak. The narrow path leads to the top of the peak, where one
can enjoy a panoramic view of Poyang Lake amidst the sea of clouds. Seeing
from this, there is splendid view of sunrise.
Hanpo valley is
the best place to watch sun rise and the sea of clouds. The valley gained
the name because it is like a mouth to exhaust vast lake water. As the
sun rises above the lake, the whole mountain is bathed in brilliant morning
light.
In addition,
many other attractions are worth to visit, Such as Flower Path, Brocade
Valley, Immotal's Caverm, Grand heavenly pool, Dragonhead Cliff, Suspension
Bridge of Stone, Gorge valley, Academy of White Deer Cave, Yellow Dragon
Pool, Black Dragon Pool, Three Ancient Trees, Lulin Lake and Botanical
Garden, ect.
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