Wuyi Mountain [Nanping]

"One of Top Seven Most Beautiful Danxia in China"
Ranked by China National Geography Magazine

Wuyi Mountains in Wuyishan City, Nanping City of Fujian Province: Second to none in southeast China
The peerless scenery of Wuyi Mountain in the north of Fujian Province combined the strange shapes of Huangshan Mountains, the elegance of Guilin, the grandeur of Mount Tai, the steepness of Huashan, and the beauty of Hangzhou's West Lake. Covering an area of 70 square kilometers (54.4 of which are Danxia topography), the Wuyi Mountain Scenic Area has an average elevation of 350 meters, boasts 36 extraordinary peaks and is circled by the beautiful 9.5 kilometer long Jiuqu (Nine Zigzag) Stream. Wuyi Mountain is composed of hills of red sandstone and conglomerate. The scenery on both sides of the Jiuqu Stream is typical Danxia topography, with flat tops, precipitous hillsides and towering peaks. Due to the warm and humid climate, and a good ecological environment, green waters, each enhancing the lustrous beauty of the other, every view a handsome prospect.

Geographically speaking, Wuyi Mountains is featured with typical red rock formation. The wonderful nature creates us a land with exquisite mountains, winding water and outstanding scenery. With 36 spectacular peaks and the serene Nine-Bend River, it's described as "fairyland on earth".

The key Scenic Area covers of 36 peaks, 72 caves, 99 rocks and 108 scenic spots as well. The magnificent and exquisite mountains and waters are the real delight. The whole area can be subdivided into many scenic spots as Wuyi Palace, Nine Bend river, Peach Blossom Cave, A Threat of Sky, Tiger Roaring Peak, Tianxin Rock, Water Curtain Cave, Lianhua Peak, YulinTing Kiln Site.

The hazy view of Wuyi Mountains and rivers is of special appeal and prospect. The clouds and mists of Wuyi Mountain are spectacular and veiled in mystery. The sea of clouds and wove to mists surge above mountain peaks, sometimes heavy and sometimes thin, now moving and then static, which composes magnificent spectacles one after another, some as light as veil hanging among the crags, some as heavy as splashes of ink spraying the valleys, some like torrents rolling and surging, some like ripples disappearing far away, which displays all the gracefulness, colorfulness, romantic charm and appeal of Wuyi Mountain.

The most sophisticated charm of Wuyi Mountains rests in the Nine-bend River, which is winding its ways amidst the jungle of peaks and rocks. Drifting down the river you can not only enjoy the beautiful scenery but the mysterious Boat-coffins and many ancient rock inscriptions along the banks.

Tianyou Peak (Peak of Sky Tour): Frequently shrouded in clouds and mist, it towers aloft over clusters of peaks. Ascending to its top, one feels as if traveling upon a sea of clouds high up the sky. Hence it becomes the most famous spot of Wuyi Mountain. The pavilion on the top, the highest among myriad peaks commands a panoramic view of Wuyi Mountain encircled by well-known peaks and the Jiuqu Stream on its three sides.

Water Screen Cave: It's formed by curved cliff walls and an over-hanging cliff, each measuring several hundred feet in height or in width. It's spacious and can seat some thousand people. Built along the walls are a few roofless temples. Two springs keep cascading down day and night from the over-hanging cliff. Blown by the breeze, the waterfalls break into tiny drops, which resemble two water screens hanging from the top, and descend into the Dragon Bath Pond below.

Wanniangong (Palace of Ten Thousand Years) As one of famous Taoist religious service centers, it consisted of over three hundred halls and rooms in the Song and Ming Dynasties, but declined since mid Qing Dynasty. Today only one temple and two wells have remained.

Best time to go

Anytime especially in Spring and Summer.
It's an average annual temperature is 64.2F. July is the hottest month of the year, when the average temperature is about 80.6F.
January is the coldest month, when the average temperature is about 46.4F.

Ticket
RMB 110/person (one day tour) RMB 120/person (two days tour) RMB 130/person (three days tour) Above price includes Tianyou Peak, Wuyi Palace, Tiger Roaring Peak, Dahongpao and YulinTing Kiln Site Scenic-spots. Drift on Jiuqu Stream RMB 100/person, Green-dragon Waterfall RMB 40/person, Longchuan Valley RMB 40/person, National Nature Protect Region RMB 80/person, Drift on Tongmu Stream RMB 100/person.

Around Landscape

Xiamei Ancient Folk-reside in Ming and Qing Dynasties RMB 26/person, The Ancient
Minyue Royal City RMB 80/person, etc.

Local Snacks and Specialties

Wuyi Tea: Oolong Tea, Black Tea, Narcissus Tea, Cinnamon Tea, Dahongpao Tea, Rock Team, Red Fungus, Bamboo-shoot and Wine with snake, etc.

Travel Tips
When drifting you doesn't take much thing especially your valued goods and need not
give tip to boatman. Drifting is a must!
At least three days to travel in Wuyi Mountain is the best way.
You had better get to known the weather and plan your route in advance.
Please take sunbonnet, raincoat, and flashlight and buy your necessity before going.
Everything especially eating is more expensive but you can bargaing!

Distance
Beijing (2331 km) Fuzhou City (304 km) Wuyishan City (48 km) Wuyi Mountain
Beijing (1763 km) Wuyishan City (48 km) Wuyi Mountain