Tuesday, October 12, 2010

Top 3 Famous Mountains in China—for those who want to get adventures in China

Wutai Mountain formed 2.85 billion years ago, is named since there are five main peaks encircling one another, with all flat land wide tops and much like five platforms. Wutai Mountain is a national scenic and Buddhism spot, a famous summer resort and the best place for tour, which is renowned at home and abroad. In China, Wutai Mountain takes first place among the four Mountains well known for the Buddhism. There are existing 108 temples constructed with all the essence from various ancient buildings of past dynasties as Wei, Qi, Sui, Tang, Song, Yuan, Ming and Qing dynasty and the Republic of China, which are precious historical heritage of China with extremely high scientific value.

Located in the southwest of Emei County, Sichuan Province, the Emei Mountain is one of the Four Buddhist Shrines in China, formed in Late Tertiary phases. The mountain is known for its stiff cliffs, high rising peaks, roaring waterfalls, gurgling springs, towering ancient trees and fragrant flowers. It has been described as "a beauty spot under heaven" by Chinese men of lettered since ancient times. There are plenty of historical sites, and a lot of precious cultural relics on the mountain. Inside the temple, there are several hundred other bronze or iron statues.


Yellow Mountain (Mt.Huangshan) formed 0.14 billion years ago; range covers an area of 1200 square kilometers (463 square miles). It is famous for the uniquely shaped pines, the fantastic rock peaks, the sea of clouds and the hot springs. The mystic clouds drift in and out, changing the scenery from minute to minute as the mist rises and ebbs. One would think this is where the gods reside. Of all its numerous peaks, 72 are named by their shapes or after certain historical and religious figures or themes. However, major peaks that attract most visitors are the Bright Summit, the Heavenly Capital Peak and the Lotus Flower Peak.

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