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AboutMount Heng, an outstanding representative of the splendid mountains and rivers of China, a symbol of national prosperity, a totem of national spirit, an important geographical indication of the country, and holds the status of a national mountain.More
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CultureHengshan has been a famous scenic spot and important birthplace of Taoism in northern China since ancient times. Carrying the symbols of Chinese civilization, it has nurtured profound regional culture and folk customs.More
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Tourist GuideUnderstand relevant information about the scenic area and enjoy a better travel experience.More
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Surrounding activitiesThe ancient city of Hunyuan at the foot of Mount Heng in Beiyue has a long history, rich cultural heritage, beautiful scenery, and a convergence of agriculture, commerce, and animal husbandry. It has nurtured a unique regional culture and is renowned for its fine wine and delicious food.More
Fu Zengxiang's 1936 Travelogue of Mount Taihang during the Republic of China
In April 1936, Fu Zengxiang (courtesy name Cangyuan), a former Hanlin scholar and former Minister of Education, accepted the invitation of General Fu Yisheng, the chairman of Suiyuan Province, to serve as the chief editor of the "Suiyuan General Record." Accompanied by his eldest son Fu Zhongmo, nephew Fu Yumo, and fellow painter Li Yuling, he went to Guihuacheng (the old city of Hohhot), the capital of Suiyuan Province, to discuss the compilation of the record with colleagues from the Suiyuan Provincial General Record Office. Before leaving from Beiping for Suiyuan, Fu Cangyuan earnestly instructed his friends Zhou Yang'an, Xing Mianzhi, and Xu Senyu to join him for a tour of the scenic spots in Yunzhong and Hengshan Mountain on his return journey through Datong.
2025/03/18
Republic of China, Gao Hènián | 1914 Hengshan Mountain Travelogue
Gao Henuan traveled to Shanxi six times between the late Qing Dynasty and the early Republic of China. His first three trips during the late Qing Dynasty were undocumented; the last three were documented, but only the sixth trip, which included a visit to Hengshan Mountain and travels through Datong and Hunyuan, is detailed.
2025/03/18
Zhang Zhaosong of the Republic of China | Travel Notes of Hengyue in 1919
In June 1919, Zhang Zhaosong, a literati of the Republic of China, traveled from Beijing to Hunyuan via Datong to tour Hengshan Mountain, as part of his journey to visit all five sacred mountains. Before his trip, he consulted historical records, confirming that Mount Heng (North Mountain) was located in Hunyuan, Shanxi, and not Quyang, Hebei, before packing his bags and setting off on his journey, writing the travelogue "Hengyue Youji".
2025/03/18
Li Sui of the Qing Dynasty | Travel Diary of Jinzhou: A Trip to Datong and Hunyuan (1794)
Due to space limitations, this journal only publishes the chapters related to Datong and Hunyuan for the readers. The book printed in the Guimao year of Daoguang's reign includes Liu Tingnan's preface to "Jin You Ri Ji" and Li Jun's preface to "Xi Zheng Lu". In order to present the original appearance at that time, these two prefaces are retained for research purposes.
2025/03/18
Republic of China waistcoat tripod | 1916 Hengshan Mountain travelogue
In the autumn of 1916, Ma Jiading, a journalist from Shanxi Province, went to Lingqiu on business. After finishing his work, he traveled to Hunyuan and visited Hengshan Mountain. He wrote a travelogue titled "A Travelogue of Hengshan Mountain in North Shanxi," which was serialized in three installments in the Shanxi newspaper, "Laifu Daily."
2025/03/18
Wu Shaocheng's 1926 Hengshan Mountain Travelogue (Republic of China period)
Wu Shaocheng, a Jiangsu native and teacher at a certain school in Taiyuan, had long admired Mount Wutai and Hengshan Mountain. In October 1926, he set out on a journey to visit them. Despite the rugged mountain paths, he traveled alone, first to Mount Wutai and then to Hengshan Mountain.
2025/03/17
Republic of China, Tang Jiong Yan | 1937 Hengshan Mountain Travelogue, North Shanxi
In April 1937, 34 students from Tsinghua University traveled to Hunyuan, North Shanxi. Tang Jiongyan wrote a travelogue titled "Travelogue of Hengshan Mountain in North Shanxi," which was published in the 11th volume of "Travel Magazine" in 1937.
2025/03/17
Fu Zhenlun | Field Notes from a 1950 Archaeological Expedition to Northern Shanxi
Presented here to the readers is the "Yanbei Archaeological Diary," a collection of notes kept for over 30 years by the renowned Chinese archaeologist, Mr. Fu Zhenlun. This archaeologist, now over seventy years of age, has been engaged in research in archaeology, history, and local gazetteers since the 1930s, and possesses profound expertise in these fields.
2025/03/14
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