Houwangtan boasts crystal clear waters where fish and pebbles are visible beneath the surface. Towering boulders surround the pool, and the primal shrubbery creates a deep, mysterious forest, serving as a frequent watering hole for macaques, hence the name Houwangtan. On the upper side, a natural platform of large stones is said to be the place where the monkey king used to command, thus named Houwangtai.
Within the Houwangtan scenic area, there are several groups of wild macaques, numbering approximately 200 individuals. These wild macaques are classified as a national second-level protected species. They are slightly smaller in size, with a slender face, and their heads and backs are brownish-yellow and orange-yellow, while their undersides are a light grayish-yellow. Their tails are relatively long. They typically inhabit subtropical evergreen broadleaf forests and have a varied diet.
Houwangtan – Clear Waters and Majestic Monkeys
Houwangtan boasts crystal clear waters where fish and pebbles are visible beneath the surface. Tower[...]
