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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
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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