Lan Ke Mountain is located 13 kilometers southeast of Quzhou, with a height of only over a hundred meters and a relatively small scenic area, yet it is a must-mention landmark in the locality. As the name suggests, Lan Ke Mountain is closely related to the game of Go. Although there are more than ten places nationwide known as ‘Lan Ke,’ the ‘Go Fairyland’ of Quzhou’s Lan Ke Mountain is widely recognized. Throughout the mountain, landscapes featuring Go elements can be seen everywhere, such as propaganda boards shaped like Go scores and stone tablets engraved with phrases about Go. The area attracts not only tourists but also locals who come to climb for exercise. There are two routes, east and south, where tickets can be purchased to ascend the mountain, with a ticket check near the Tian Sheng Shi Liang. Entering from the east and exiting from the south can save some climbing effort. Heading straight up the mountain to Tian Sheng Shi Liang, the core part of the scenic area, features a massive arch with a huge Go board underneath. Many tourists sit on basin-sized black and white pieces, posing as if playing Go for photos, creating a very amusing effect. In the hot summer days, while the sunlight outside is intense, there is a cool breeze under the arch, making it an ideal place to cool off. Above the arch, there is a horizontal crack inscribed with ‘A Thread of Sky,’ and on a clear day, one can climb up to gaze into the distance, seeing the undulating, unknown hills, exuding the charm of the south. Descending from the arch, not far away is Bao Yan Temple. The temple has been renovated in recent years but still retains a simple and ancient charm, where visitors can pray. The cold spring ancient well in front of the temple is said to be the place where Zhu Yuanzhang drank water, adding to the scenic interest. Continuing further to Qiao Yin Rock, the sculpture of two fairy children playing Go inside the cave echoes the legend of ‘a day in the mountain, a thousand years in the world.’ When you reach the bottom of the mountain, Mei Rock near the south exit, which enshrines Tai Shang Lao Jun with the Eight Immortals standing on both sides, is a Daoist territory. Opening hours are from 08:00 to 17:00 all year round; from 08:30 to 16:30 for preferential policies. Supplementary explanation of preferential policies: 1. Free ticket policy: Children under 1.3 meters in height (excluding 1.3 meters) enter for free; seniors over 70 years old with a senior citizen card enter for free. 2. Preferential policy: Children between 1.3 and 1.5 meters in height, seniors between 60 and 70 years old with a senior citizen card, active-duty military personnel with an officer’s card, and disabled persons with a disability card can purchase discounted tickets for the scenic area. 3. The above information is for reference only; please refer to the information disclosed by Quzhou Lan Ke Mountain Scenic Area on the day of your visit. Essential tips: Visitors must wear masks when entering the scenic area and cooperate with the scenic area for temperature checks and real-name registration upon entry. We apologize for any inconvenience caused!
Lan Ke Mountain
Lan Ke Mountain is located 13 kilometers southeast of Quzhou, with a height of only over a hundred m[...]
