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Mount Emei
Mt. Emei in Sichuan Province in Southwest China is one of the most
well-known summer destinations in China thanks to its pleasant
weather, congenial atmosphere, the inspiring natural scenery and the
influence of the Buddhist culture. The mountain is characterized by
lofty ancient trees, impressive waterfalls, pristine brooks and
numerous Buddhist temples.
Mt. Emei is noted for considerable weather difference between
various spots on the mountain. A 14 centigrade degree difference in
temperature has been reported between the foot of mountain and its
peak. It's not uncommon for it to be blistering at the foot of the
mountain and cool and pleasant higher up the mountain. The average
temperature during July and August, the hottest period in China, is
around 11.8 degree centigrade.
Mt. Emei is a natural "Oxygen Bar", where the average Negative
Oxygen Ions in one cubic meter reach 0.1 million to 1 million which
is 500-1000 times more than that in its city cousins. Scientists
have confirmed that adequate negative oxygen ions (10.000 or above
in one cubic meter air) in air can motivate the metabolization of
the human body to repel exhaustion, improve sleep, and prolong life.
Mt. Emei is a sacred Buddhist haven. It is one of the four most
divine Buddhism Mountains in China. This Buddhist legacy mainly
contained in the numerous temples and the buildings bears witness to
the unusual historical role of the mountain in Buddhism development
since the religion was introduced to China over 2,000 years ago. The
mountain enjoys great popularity among Buddhists in China. Every
morning streams of Buddhism pilgrims armed with joss sticks conquer
the steep stairs of the mountain and swarm into the countless
temples.
Mt. Emei not only provides physical space to travelers but affords a
personal exposure to the intimacy of nature and China's Buddhism
culture. A gnarled ancient tree, a winding stream, waterfall and a
Buddhist temple will be a reminder of the resiliency of nature and
pristine civilization.
Tour Emei with Great Wall Adventure Club, the best
Chengdu
tour agent to help
you with your hotel booking and transfers.
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