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Chengdu Tour of
Mt.Qingcheng
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Mt. Qingcheng, located in the southwest of the
Dujiangyan Irrigation Project of China in Sichuan Province, is one
of the most famous Taoist mountains in China. It is also a very
attractive and intriguing scenic spot that is covered by luxuriant
and verdant trees. The mountain, which is surrounded by numerous
peaks and is shaped like a city, is dubbed 'the most peaceful and
secluded mountain under heaven' and combines perfectly with its
evergreen scenery.
The Mt. Qingcheng can be divided into two parts - the
anterior Mt. Qingcheng and the posterior Mt. Qingcheng. The anterior
Mt. Qingcheng is the main part of the scenic spot, covering an area
approximately 15 square kilometers (about 3706 acres) that possesses
alluring natural beauty and an abundance of cultural relics and
historic sites. Among them, the Jianfu Palace, the Shangqing Palace,
and the Tianshi Cave are some of the most famous destinations which
you are bound to be engrossed by.
Looking up at Mt. Qingcheng from its foot, you will see
that Laojun Pavilion is located on the highest peak, which is known
as Pengzu Peak, it is also called Laoxiao Peak, which has an
elevation of over 1,260 meters (4,134 feet).
As you begin to climb up Mt. Qingcheng you will
discover the Jianfu Palace, which was originally constructed in the
Tang Dynasty (618-907) and was restored on several other occasions
through the years. Now, two temples and three compounds also exist
here, surrounded by lush ancient vegetation. In front of the Jianfu
Palace, a lucid stream winds its way, adding more beauty to the
whole environment. Going west for one kilometer (about 0.6 mile),
visitors will suddenly be presented with a wooden pavilion that
protrudes between a profusion of trees and steep rocks. As a result,
most of visitors will have misconception impressions that they are
in a large natural painting.
Going west, you will arrive at the Tianshi Cave. It is
the major temple on Mt. Qingcheng. In the cave, a stone statue in
the style of Sui Dynasty (581-618), proudly stands of Zhang Tianshi
(the Celestial Master Zhang) who is worshipped. According to the
legend, Zhang Daoling, later known as Zhang Tianshi, cultivated
himself and preached here around the end of the Eastern Han Dynasty
(25-220). Hence, Zhang Tianshi is known as the founder of Taoism on
Mt. Qingcheng. We also recommend that you visit the three other
buildings that exist in this area - the Sanhuang Palace, the Sanqing
Palace and also the Huangdi Temple. The Sanqing Palace, the main
hall of the Tianshi Cave, worships the three supreme deities in
Taoism; while in the Sanhuang Palace, the stone statues of Fuxi,
Shennong and Huangdi (the Three Sovereigns of legendary rulers of
China in remote antiquity) are worshipped.
Then, leaving the Tianshi Cave and crossing the
Fangning Bridge, visitors will arrive at the Zushi Palace which is
preserved from the Qing Dynasty (1644-1911). By continuing along the
path, visitors will reach the next famous temple - the Shangqing
Palace, and one by one a series of natural scenery and revered
buildings of Taoism will present themselves to visitors. The
Shangqing Palace was originally built in the Jin Dynasty; however,
only a part of the buildings that were constructed in the Qing
Dynasty remain. Fortunately, it is still an attractive sight where
you can enjoy the unique natural scenery and historic heritages of
China.
By visiting Mt. Qingcheng, visitors will be able to
savor the majesty of the perfect combination of unique landform,
moderate climate, natural beauty and cultural relics and historic
sites of Taoism in this area.
Tour Chengdu
with Great Wall Adventure Club, the best
Chengdu tour agent to help
you with your hotel booking and transfers.
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