The Yanhu Scenic Area was formerly known as Xiwai Valley. It starts from Dongling in the east, reaches Xiaozhoushan in the west, Benjue Temple in the south, and Yanhu Gang in the north. It is 7.2 kilometers wide from east to west and 7.8 kilometers long from south to north, covering an area of about 57 square kilometers. There are more than 50 scenic spots in the whole area, including 12 peaks, 6 rocks, 8 waterfalls, 6 caves, 2 gates, and 2 valleys. It is famous for its lakes, waterfalls, peaks, and valleys. ‘Yanhu’ is the origin of the name of Yandang Mountain. Xu Xiake called it ‘the home of wild geese’. Climbing the gang, one can view the sea of clouds and the wonder of sunrise. The Meiyu Waterfall with misty rain, the Luodai Waterfall like a silk ribbon hanging down, the Xida Waterfall with a secluded and strange waterfall shape, and the Hanzhu Peak, Shibiao Peak, and Yutu Peak in the shape of objects, as well as the secluded and dangerous Tiyun Valley and Xishiliang Cave are all beautiful scenes. Yanhu: At an altitude of more than 1,040 meters on the mountain gang, also known as Yandang. Xu Xiake called it ‘the home of wild geese’. In ancient times, Yanhu ‘was about ten li in size, and the water was never dry. When wild geese returned in autumn, they often stayed here’. Xu Xiake said in his travel notes: ‘In total on the top of Yanhu Lake, there are more than six depressions. The water in the depressions forms lotuses, and the greenery is everywhere as far as the eye can see.’ The Qing dynasty poet Fang Shanghui praised Yanhu in a poem: ‘Looking out, it connects to the sea and sky. The lake is always as cold as autumn. Wild geese return to the empty mountains and stay here. The disorderly reeds reflect the green continent.’ As time passes and the scenery changes, Yanhu has long been silted up and dried up. Only a few shallow ponds remain on Yanhu Gang. However, because Yanhu is located on the top of the mountain and Yandang is named after this lake, it has always been a place for seeking seclusion and exploring beauty. Moreover, one can view the sunrise and sea of clouds on the top of the gang, presenting a magnificent scene. Looking at the lofty mountains and ridges, there is mist lingering; the East China Sea and rivers are like ribbons, providing a panoramic view of the source of the Qingjiang River; looking west, there are layers of mountains overlapping, reaching deep into the white clouds. Recently, the cliff inscription of ‘Wonders of Mountains and Seas’ during the Qianlong period of the Qing dynasty has been discovered on Puchuan Rock. Opening hours: From January 1st to December 31st, open from 08:00 to 17:30. Supplementary note on preferential policies: The above information is for reference only. Specific information please refer to the disclosure on the day at the scenic area.
Yanhu Scenic Area
The Yanhu Scenic Area was formerly known as Xiwai Valley. It starts from Dongling in the east, reaches Xiaozhoushan in […]
