The Sandu Shengjing scenic area was originally named ‘Longtankeng’. It started in the eighth year of Xiantong in the Tang Dynasty (867 AD). At that time, in order to seek a bumper harvest of grains and peace throughout the four seasons, the villagers raised funds to erect a statue of Shennong. Villagers from all directions came here admiringly. According to legend, in ancient times, during a severe drought, the dragon took pity on the hardships of the people and rained on the world without the permission of the Jade Emperor. After being discovered by the Jade Emperor, it was suppressed here. Hence, the name ‘Longtankeng’ came into being. Up to now, the Dragon-slaying Terrace, Dragon Bed, and Dragon Pond still exist. It is located in the southeast of Dongyang urban area, 9 kilometers away from the urban area. It spans the hilly areas of Wuning and Hengdian towns. The total area is 10.7 square kilometers. The Luoping Mountain and Pingyan Mountain in the territory are the remaining veins of the Dapan Mountain Range. The highest peak has an altitude of 521.4 meters. The forest vegetation is mainly composed of masson pine forests, with a small amount of bamboo forests. There are broad-leaved trees such as Liquidambar formosana and Cinnamomum camphora scattered in the forest. At the foot of the mountains and beside ditches are mostly fruit trees such as plums and peaches. Wild animals include squirrels, hares, weasels, wild boars and birds such as tits. The scenic area has four distinct seasons, abundant rainfall, and a pleasant climate. The annual average temperature is 17.2 degrees Celsius. In the scenic area, peaks and ridges are lined up like screens, there are steep cliffs and dangerous cliffs, lush green pines set off, and the vegetation is lush. Strange rocks, grotesque stones, strange caves, and waterfalls and flowing springs are all over the place. The natural scenery is beautiful. The temples and monasteries in the area have a long history, there are many allusions and legends, and the cultural landscape is rich. Since the Tang Dynasty, tourists have been coming in an endless stream. The entire scenic area has 98 scenic spots and landscapes. It is composed of the Sandu Shengjing scenic area, the Pingyan Cave Mansion scenic area, and the scenic spots (pieces) of Lanting and Guanding Temple. The annual number of tourists is more than 100,000. The magnificent Dragon King Temple towers over the entrance of the scenic area and has a history of thousands of years. The ‘Qingyun Cave’ and ‘Baiyun Cave’ are said to be the places where the green snake and white snake in ‘The Legend of the White Snake’ cultivate immortality. The villagers of the Xu family at the foot of the mountain are the descendants of Xu Xian. ‘Longtankeng’ is famous far and wide because of its many beautiful legends. It has been prosperous for more than a thousand years. Tourists are like tides. County annals all have records. Sandu Shengjing contains the wonders of mountains and rivers, with lofty cliffs and screens standing. The ‘green’ and ‘white’ caves are shrouded in clouds and mist. The sky ladders and inclined railings appear and disappear from time to time. It is extremely beautiful. The large and small temples scattered throughout the scenic area are resplendent with carved beams and painted pillars, simple and beautiful.
Opening hours: Open all year round from 7:00 to 17:00.Sandu Shengjing
The Sandu Shengjing scenic area was originally named ‘Longtankeng’. It started in the ei[...]
