Huangshan City and Mountains
A major international tourist city in south Anhui, Huangshan is
noted for its statuesque mountains and rich cultural heritage. It
was also the cradle of one of China's three local academic schools,
the school of Anhui studies. Under the jurisdiction of Huangshan are
the national scenic resorts Mount Huangshan and Mount Qiyun, the
famous historical and cultural city Shexian, and four key cultural
relics under state protection (Xu Guo's Stone Archway, dwelling
houses at Qiankou, the group of archways in Tangyue, and the temple
dedicated to Luo Dongshu), and such scenic resorts as Xin'an River
and Taiping Lake.Mount Huangshan Scenic
Zone
Mt. Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) is the name of the 72-peak range
lying in the south of Anhui Province. Mt. Huangshan is one of the
mountainous scenic spots listed among China's ten most famous scenic
spots. Mt. Huangshan is celebrated for having all the wonders of
mountain scenery: spectacular rocky peaks, odd-shaped pines,
crystal-clear mountain springs, and seas of clouds. Mt. Huangshan
enjoys worldwide fame for its beauty. There are many places of
interest around the mountain, such as typical Chinese houses,
archways, temples, bridges, and streets. Famous local products
include ink stones, hui ink, loquat fruit and maofeng tea. It has
been listed as a World Natural and Cultural Heritage. There are
cable cars to the top of the mountain.
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