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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
The Number One Mountain in North China - Hengshan Mountain
Hengshan Mountain, known as the Northern Mount, is one of the Five Great Mountains of China, along with Mount Tai (Eastern Mount), Mount Hua (Western Mount), Mount Heng (Southern Mount), and Mount Song (Central Mount). Hengshan Mountain has been known since ancient times as the "Northern Pillar of Heaven and Earth" and the "Famous Mountain of the Remote Frontier." In 1982, it was designated by the State Council as a key national cultural relic protection unit. Hengshan Mountain was formerly known as Changshan, Hengzong, Yuan Yue, and Zi Yue. It is located 10 kilometers south of Hunyuan County and 62 kilometers from Datong City. Among them, the dangerous passes of Daomanguan, Zijinguang, Pingxingguan, Yanmenguan, and Ningwu Pass are the throat of the pass from the plateau outside the pass to the Jizhong Plain, and have always been a place of contention among military strategists. Hengshan Mountain is the watershed of the Sanggan River and Hutuo River, tributaries of the Haihe River. It is said to have 108 peaks, stretching 150 kilometers from east to west, spanning Shanxi and Hebei provinces. It connects to Yanmen Pass in the west, spans the Taihang Mountains in the east, protects the three Jin provinces in the south, and overlooks the two states of Yun and Dai in the north. It is vast, majestic, and imposing. There is an old saying: "Hengshan Mountain is like walking," "Mount Tai is like sitting," "Mount Hua is like standing," "Mount Song is like lying down," and "Mount Heng is like flying." The main peak of Hengshan Mountain is located south of Hunyuan County, with an elevation of 2016.8 meters, making it the highest of the Five Great Mountains. It is known as the "Northern Pillar of Heaven and Earth," the "Famous Mountain of the Remote Frontier," and the "Second Mountain in the World." Hengshan Mountain is famous for its Taoism and has attracted tourists with its unique and dangerous scenery since ancient times. Upon climbing Hengshan Mountain, one will find that the pines and cypresses, temples, pavilions, exotic flowers and plants, and strange rocks and caves constitute the famous Eighteen Sceneries of Hengshan Mountain. Places like Guolaoling, Gusaoyan, Feishiku, Huanyuandong, Hufengkou, and Dazibawan are full of mythical color. The Hanging Root Pine, Zizhiyu, and Kutianjing are miracles of the natural landscape of Hengshan Mountain. The Kutianjing is located halfway up Hengshan Mountain. The two wells are one meter apart, but the water quality is completely different. One well has sweet and refreshing water, known as the Sweet Well; the other well has bitter and undrinkable water. The Sweet Water Well is several feet deep, but it never runs dry and can supply water to tens of thousands of people. During the Tang Dynasty, Emperor Xuanzong Li Longji presented a plaque to the Sweet Well, calling it the "Dragon Spring View." The Hanging Temple is known as a fairyland on earth. It is built in mid-air, with horizontal wood as beams, hanging from a cliff above and overlooking a steep valley below. On the cliff below the Hanging Temple, the words "Magnificent View" are carved. It is said to have been inscribed by the great Tang Dynasty poet Li Bai after his visit.
2020/01/15
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