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Mount Hua, formerly known as "Xiyue", is one of the five famous mountains in China. It is located in Huayin City, Shaanxi Province. Huashan is also known as "Taihuashan". It is the birthplace of Chinese civilization. The "Hua" in "Zhonghua" and "Huaxia" comes from Huashan. The words "strange and dangerous" are the essence of Huashan's scenery. "Since ancient times, there has been only one road to Huashan" describes the steepness of Huashan. The Attraction has many thrilling attractions such as Changkong Plank Road, Kitesurfing, Qianchi Chuang, Baichi Gorge, Laojun Ligou, etc., which are carved out on the steep cliffs. Those who visit them in person will be amazed. Huashan Attraction covers a vast area, including the Main Peak Attraction, Xiyue Temple Attraction, Xianyu Attraction, etc. The Main Peak Attraction is the core Attraction of ​​Huashan, including "Huashan One Road" and the five main peaks in the southeast, northwest, and center. Huashan in most people's minds refers to the Main Peak Attraction. Five main peaks The East Peak is about 2,100 meters above sea level and is named for its location in the east. There is a platform on the top of the peak, which is high and dangerous with a wide view. It is a good place to watch the sunrise. It is called Chaoyang Terrace, and the East Peak is also called Chaoyang Peak. The East Peak consists of four peaks, one main peak and three s-ervant peaks. The peak where Chaoyang Terrace is located is higher, the Yunv Peak is in the west, the Shilou Peak is in the east, and the Botai is in the south. There are more than dozens of landscapes on the East Peak. There is a natural stone pattern on the cliff on the side of the East Shilou Peak, which looks like a giant palm print. This is the Huayue Immortal Palm, which is listed as the first of the eight scenic spots in Guanzhong. The story of the giant spirit opening the mountain and guiding the river originated from this. The West Peak is about 2,000 meters above sea level. Because there is a huge rock on the top of the peak that looks like a lotus petal, ancient literati often called it Lotus Peak or Hibiscus Peak. Xu Xiake wrote in his "Diary of Traveling to Mount Taihua": "There is a rock rising on the peak, and there are stone pieces covering it, like a lotus flower." This stone must be referring to it. There are many landscapes on the West Peak, including Cuiyun Palace, Lotus Cave, Giant Spirit Foot, Axe-Split Stone, Sheshen Cliff, etc., and there are many beautiful myths and legends. Among them, the well-known story of Chenxiang splitting the mountain to save his mother is circulated here. The South Peak is over 2,100 meters above sea level and is the highest peak of Huashan. The ancients called it the "Head of Huashan". On one side of the South Peak is a thousand-foot cliff, standing straight like a knife, and below is a deep ravine, which is separated from Sangong Mountain and Sanfeng Mountain. The South Peak consists of one peak and two peaks. The east side is called Songhui Peak, and the west side is Luoyan Peak. The origin of the name of Luoyan Peak is said to be because the migrating wild geese often land here to rest. The North Peak is about 1,600 meters above sea level, with cliffs on all sides, covered with clouds above and connected to the earth veins below. It stands tall and unique, and is also called Yuntai Peak because it looks like a cloud platform. Li Bai of the Tang Dynasty wrote in his poem "A Song of the Cloud Platform of Mount Xiyue to Complimentary Danqiuzi": "Three peaks stand as if about to collapse, and the green cliffs and red valleys are high. The golden essence of the White Emperor mobilizes his vitality, and the stones become lotus flowers and the clouds become platforms." The famous story of "Taking Huashan by Strategy" took place here. There are many landscapes on the mountain, including the Zhenwu Hall, Jiaogong Stone Chamber, Changchun Stone Chamber, and the place where Laojun hung the plow. The Middle Peak is the only way to the other four peaks. It is located in the middle of the East, West and South Peaks. The forests on the peak are lush and green, and the environment is quiet. There is a Taoist temple named Yunu Temple on the top of the peak. It is said that it was the place where Qin Mu Gong's daughter Nong Yu cultivated herself in the Spring and Autumn Period, so it is also called Yunu Peak. Main landscape: There are more than 210 famous Attraction in Huashan. From ancient times to the present, countless literati and poets have left various classic poems here. Skywalk The Changkong Plank Road is located on the east side of the Huashan South Peak. It was built by the master of the Huashan School, Taoist He Zhizhen of the Yuan Dynasty, who wanted to get away from the world and practice Taoism. He built it by inlaying stone piles on the cliffs and paving wooden boards. At the end of the plank road, you can see the "Hezu Cave" where Master He practiced self-cultivation. The road builders chiseled stone holes on the cliffs, wedged stone piles into the holes, and laid wooden boards about 40 cm wide between the stone piles. Visitors must stick to the cliff wall, pull the iron chain with their hands, step on the wooden boards, and move forward slowly sideways. Xiyue Temple Xiyue Temple, also known as Huayue Temple, is a temple where emperors of all dynasties worshipped and offered sacrifices to Shaohao, the Great Emperor of Xiyue. It was first built during the Yuanguang period of Emperor Wu of the Han Dynasty (134-129 BC) at the entrance of Huangshengu (now Huangfuyu) at the foot of Huashan Mountain. It was moved to its current location during the reign of Emperor Huan of the Eastern Han Dynasty (147-167 AD) and renamed today. It was rebuilt many times during the Tang, Song, Ming and Qing dynasties. Canglong Ridge The steps on Canglong Ridge are only 2 feet wide, with deep ravines on both sides, as steep as a knife. The height difference between the ridge and the top is about 500 meters, and the slope is more than 45 degrees. Looking at the green pines and white clouds in the distance and hearing the sound of the wind is dizzying. Jinsuoguan Jinsuoguan is one of the five passes of Huashan Mountain. It is built on a stone archway at the entrance of the three peaks. It is the throat of the Wuyun Peak to the four peaks of East, West, South and Center. There is no way to pass after the pass, so it is also called Tongtianmen. Taoists believe that Huashan is the fairyland of gods. Only after passing Tongtianmen can you enter the fairyland. Therefore, there is a folk song that "after passing Jinsuoguan, there is another world". There has been only one road to Mount Huashan since ancient times "There has been only one road to Mount Hua since ancient times" refers to the "Huashan Valley" hiking trail, which includes various scenic spots along the Huashan hiking trail since ancient times. When connected together, it is what is commonly referred to as "There has been only one road to Mount Hua since ancient times." How to visit Huashan has two mountain gates (entrances): East Gate and West Gate (also known as Huashan Gate). Take the cable car up the mountain and go to the East Gate; if you climb the mountain on foot, enter from the West Gate. Huashan currently has two cable cars, the East and West Lines, which reach the North Peak and the West Peak respectively (please plan the climbing route in advance before purchasing the ticket and purchase the corresponding ticket type, and you cannot change it midway.). Route 1: Hiking route There has been only one road on Mount Huashan since ancient times. It is an ancient mountaineering road with a total length of 12.5 kilometers and 9,567 steps. It takes about 4 hours to hike from Yuquanyuan, through Wuli Pass, Shaluoping (night climbing), Qianchi Chuang, Baichi Gorge, etc. to the North Peak, and then start the tour from the North Peak. Route 2: "Up West and Down West", a mountaineering route suitable for the Seniors and tourists with children This route goes up the West Peak Cableway of Mount Huashan and down the West Peak Cableway, that is, going up from the west and down from the west. The whole route takes a relatively short time, about 4 hours, and is also more energy-saving, making it more friendly to the Seniors and tourists with children. Route 3: "Up West and Down North", a one-day mountaineering route chosen by 80% of tourists This route goes up by cable car from the West Peak of Mount Huashan and down by cable car from the North Peak, that is, going up from the west and down from the north. The entire route is a classic one-day tour route, which takes about 6 hours. You can visit all the attractions without backtracking. Most tourists choose this route because this road almost goes straight down, which is easier and faster than the uphill road. Route 4: "North up and north down", a time-saving, economical and panoramic mountaineering route This route goes up by cable car at the North Peak of Huashan and down by cable car at the North Peak, that is, going up from the north and down from the north. The whole route is a relatively low-cost cable car mountaineering route. If your sightseeing time is limited, you can choose this route and visit the North Peak, which has the Memorial Pavilion, Ear-Crushing Cliff, Canglong Ridge, Huashan Sword Contest Monument, panoramic Huashan and other attractions.Huayin · 8.6 km from downtown
Jade Spring Temple

Jade Spring Temple

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Yuquanyuan is located at the foot of Huashan Mountain. It is the main place for Taoist activities in Huashan Mountain and a must-go place for tourists to visit Huashan Mountain from Huashan Valley. Legend has it that when Chen Tuan played chess with Zhao Kuangyin on Huashan Mountain, Zhao Kuangyin lost Huashan Mountain to Chen Tuan and exempted him from taxes. Since then, many Taoists have come here to practice. Yuquanyuan is a garden building with Huashan Mountain on its back and towering ancient trees around it. There is a spring in the courtyard with sweet and clear spring water. According to legend, Princess Jinxian of the Tang Dynasty drew water from the Jade Well of Zhenyue Palace on the mountain to wash her hair. She accidentally dropped her jade hairpin into the water. After returning to Yuquanyuan, she accidentally found the jade hairpin when washing her hands with spring water. She knew that this spring was the same as the Jade Well, so she named this spring Yuquan. Yuquanyuan got its name from this. There is Xiyi Temple in Yuquanyuan, and its name comes from the title of "Mr. Xiyi" given to Chen Tuan by Emperor Taizong of Song Dynasty. Xiyi Temple is divided into two halls, the front hall and the back hall. On the left side of the front hall is the "Huashan Complete Map Stele", and on the right side is the "First Mountain" stele handwritten by Song Dynasty calligrapher Mi Fu. There is a statue of Chen Tuan in the back hall. Shansun Pavilion was built on a large stone. It is said that Chen Tuan often watched the mountain scenery and wrote books here. There is an ancient tree next to the pavilion, named Wuyou Tree, which is said to be planted by Chen Tuan. The back hall is the main activity place of Huashan Taoism. On the door hangs a plaque with the words "Tao Chong Qing Miao" written by Empress Dowager Cixi. There is an "Itchy Tree" in the middle. Once this tree is touched, the whole tree will tremble.Huayin · 4.6 km from downtown
Mount Hua South Peak

Mount Hua South Peak

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Mount Hua South Peak, at an altitude of 2,160.8 m, is the highest peak of Mount Hua. It has one peak with two summits. The east summit is Songgui Peak, named for the many pine and cypress trees growing there. The west summit is Mount Hua South Peak, the highest point here. It is said that because the mountain is so high, wild geese cannot fly over it and must rest here, hence the name. Upon reaching the top, you can gaze into the distance with all other mountains beneath your feet. Overlooking the Loess Plateau and the Weihe Plain, you can see the Yellow River, Jing River, and Wei River, which fills one with a sense of pride and allows you to truly appreciate the majestic and towering grandeur of Mount Hua, enjoying the magical feeling of being in heaven and walking on clouds. At the top is Laojun Cave, where it is said that Laozi, the founder of Taoism, lived in seclusion. On the rocks at the high point of the summit are the two large characters "Zhenyuan." In addition, there are Laozi Peak, the Alchemy Furnace, and the Bagua Pool. These attractions are all related to the legends of Laozi. To the north of Laojun Cave is Taishang Spring, which flows east into the ravine and is now called "Yangtian Pool," with spring water that remains green all year round. Below the cliff to the east is the "Nantian Gate" stone archway. There is also the Baidi Temple, built during the Ming Dynasty and also known as the Baidi Shrine, which is dedicated to Shaohao, the god of Mount Hua.Huayin · 10 km from downtown
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Shaanxi Dijian Nanshan (Huashan) Hot Spring is located in the national5ALevel Attraction——At the foot of Huashan Mountain, it is connected to Huayin City Huayue South Road in the east, Lianhuo Expressway in the north, and Huashan Ecological Plaza in the south. It has beautiful natural scenery, wide regional vision, and convenient road traffic. The hot spring is located at the foot of Huashan Mountain, on the north side of the tourist center, and only 100 meters away from Huashan High-speed Railway North Station.10The 800-li Qinchuan Plain forms a natural summer shelter, providing a unique sense of coolness that is not found anywhere else. In the evening, the mountain breeze blows, accompanied by the chirping of birds and insects. Wherever you look up, you can see the starry sky. The bartender Complimentary a glass of“rainbow”I prefer to call it“A Midsummer Night's Dream”. set up28There are garden-style open-air natural hot spring pools, and the hot spring water comes from about1900rice, rich in minerals. To the south of the hotel, under the mountain view is2.9Ten thousand square meters of natural lake view. The outdoor hot spring area uses a large number of landscape plants to create an open-air hot spring pool that walks through the natural garden. The garden-style landscape is evergreen all year round and has flowers in three seasons. Flowers, fruit trees, original landscape stones, streams, waterfalls and hot spring water, Baolian Lantern sculptures, and Huashan Mountain range form a layered near, medium and far view, which is rich and natural, interesting and vivid.Huayin · 2.6 km from downtown

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Anonymous userNovember 2, 2026
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Too many people up the hills. Hard to enjoy the scenery quietly.

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Anonymous userOctober 24, 2026
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The West Peak Taihua Cableway is truly a highlight of Mount Hua, and calling it an aerial roller coaster is no exaggeration 🚡 The entire ride takes about 20 minutes, traversing over 4,000 meters diagonally, hugging the granite cliffs with a sheer drop below. On a clear day, the views are breathtaking, and when you encounter a sea of ​​clouds, the atmosphere is simply ethereal. The upper station is carved directly into the West Peak, and the exit is right at Lotus Peak, saving you hours of arduous climbing and allowing you to save your energy for the South Peak and the Plank Road in the Sky. Passing over the support structure, you'll experience a slight swaying and a feeling of weightlessness—thrilling yet safe, and perfect for taking amazing photos. Highly recommended for anyone visiting Mount Hua!

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果冻不许动August 31, 2026
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The hotel is right next to the Xiyue Temple, about a 20-minute walk from Huashan North Railway Station, and a taxi to the Huashan Visitor Center costs around 10 yuan. Shopping and dining are also very convenient. The first floor is a bathhouse, and the second floor is for accommodation. Guests can enjoy free showers; a hot bath after climbing Huashan is incredibly relaxing. The only downside is that the hotel facilities are a bit old, but overall it offers excellent value for money.

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Lotus Peak boasts stunning scenery and a rich cultural heritage. Hiking along Qinglong Back is easy, with breathtaking views of towering cliffs on both sides and panoramic vistas of surrounding mountains. The legends surrounding Cuiyun Palace and Axe-Split Stone carry auspicious meanings.

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strive 奋斗September 2, 2025
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The plank road is surrounded by cliffs above and below, and is made of wooden boards and stone slabs more than 30 cm wide. There is a deep abyss below, and there is only an iron rope as a handhold. Visitors need to face the wall and move forward horizontally by stepping on wooden rafters. It is listed as one of the ten most terrifying cliff trails in the world. It can bring strong visual impact and psychological challenges to tourists. It is an excellent choice for brave people to challenge themselves and pursue excitement.

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Jerry_Z*^_^*May 3, 2026
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Once you take the cable car up to the North Peak of Mount Hua, it's not far to the summit. President Chiang Kai-shek and Marshal Zhang Xueliang once took photos here. From the North Peak, you can see the other four peaks: East, West, North, and Central. The North Peak is shaped like a gold ingot and is very magnificent!

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The free, thousand-year-old Taoist temple at the foot of Mount Hua combines the elegance of southern gardens with the grandeur of northern landscapes. Attractions such as Jade Spring Pool, the Seventy-Two-Window Corridor, and the Sleeping Statue of Chen Tuan are rich in legends. Climbing the pavilion, one can enjoy a panoramic view of the North Peak of Mount Hua.

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Huashan Scenic Area is located in Huayin City, Shaanxi Province. It is the Western Peak among the Five Sacred Mountains and also the most dangerous one. Huashan Scenic Area has five peaks, of which the North Peak is the lowest and the South Peak is the highest, with an altitude of more than 2,100 meters and good scenery.

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coolmsnDecember 19, 2024
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It's my first time to experience this hotel. The facilities are complete. There are seven function pools, including fruit bath, vinegar bath, lavender bath, tea bath, red wine bath, hydrotherapy, slate bath, jasmine, etc. The staff provided good service, especially Meng Yingli, who was enthusiastic and attentive in service, and served tea and water to tourists. I like it.

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Mount Hua, located in Huayin, Shaanxi Province, is the westernmost of the Five Sacred Mountains and is renowned as "the most precipitous mountain under heaven." The scenic area consists of five peaks: East, West, South, North, and Central. Visitors can challenge themselves on perilous paths such as the Plank Road in the Sky and the Hawk's Turn, or climb the East Peak to watch the sunrise. A recommended one-day tour route is "Westward ascent, Northward descent," which is less strenuous and offers panoramic views.

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