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== Geology == |
== Geology == |
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The quartzite sandstone pillars and the surrounding regions were formed during the [[Devonian]] period (400 to 350 million years ago) from a combination of tectonic uplift and water erosion. |
The quartzite sandstone pillars and the surrounding regions were formed during the [[Devonian]] period (400 to 350 million years ago) from a combination of tectonic uplift and water erosion.<ref>{{cite book |last= Huadong |first= Guo |date= 2013 |title= Atlas of Remote Sensing for World Heritage: China |publisher= Springer |page= 269 |isbn= 978-3-642-32823-7}}</ref> |
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The highest area in the park is Huang Shi Zhai ({{lang|zh-Hant|黃石寨}}). It reaches a height of {{convert|3450|ft|m}} and is accessible via cable car or a set of stairs. |
The highest area in the park is Huang Shi Zhai ({{lang|zh-Hant|黃石寨}}). It reaches a height of {{convert|3450|ft|m}} and is accessible via cable car or a set of stairs. Another cliff is accessed by the {{convert|326|m|abbr=on}} [[Bailong Elevator]]. |
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== Main scenic spots == |
== Main scenic spots == |
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'''Zhangjiajie National Forest Park''' |
'''Zhangjiajie National Forest Park''' |
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Zhangjiajie, also known as Qingyan Mountain, covers an area of 130 square kilometers and was the first location to be designated a national forest park in China. It is known for its peculiar landforms with many towering stone peaks with evocative shapes and luxuriant covering of trees. It is said that over 97 percent of the park is blanketed by various kinds of rare trees and other plants. |
Zhangjiajie, also known as Qingyan Mountain, covers an area of 130 square kilometers and was the first location to be designated a national forest park in China. It is known for its peculiar landforms with many towering stone peaks with evocative shapes and luxuriant covering of trees. It is said that over 97 percent of the park is blanketed by various kinds of rare trees and other plants. |
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'''Yellow Stone Stronghold''' |
'''Yellow Stone Stronghold''' |
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Among all the scenic spots in Zhangjiajie National Forest Park, Yellow Stone Stronghold is the most famous. The peak of the stronghold towers into the sky, forming a magnificent vista. There is a saying which roughly translates as "if you don't go to Yellow Stone Stronghold, you will go to Zhangjiajie in vain". Located in the central part of Zhangjiajie National Forest Park, it has an altitude of 1080 meters and spans an area of 16.5 hectares. In addition, it is considered to be the most beautiful viewing platform in Wulingyuan Scenic and Historic Interest Area. |
Among all the scenic spots in Zhangjiajie National Forest Park, Yellow Stone Stronghold is the most famous. The peak of the stronghold towers into the sky, forming a magnificent vista. There is a saying which roughly translates as "if you don't go to Yellow Stone Stronghold, you will go to Zhangjiajie in vain". Located in the central part of Zhangjiajie National Forest Park, it has an altitude of 1080 meters and spans an area of 16.5 hectares. In addition, it is considered to be the most beautiful viewing platform in Wulingyuan Scenic and Historic Interest Area. |
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'''Golden Whip Stream''' |
'''Golden Whip Stream''' |
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Another beautiful scenic area in the forest park is the Golden Whip Stream. It was one of the earliest scenic spots in the park to be developed, and has a total length of 7,500 meters. The most beautiful scenery in Wulingyuan is along this stream. The entrance of the stream is only 300 meters from the entrance of Zhangjiajie Forest Park. It exemplifies the delicacy and natural beauty of Wulingyuan's landscape. Mr. Wu Guanzhong, a famous Chinese painter, described it as a "fairy tale world". |
Another beautiful scenic area in the forest park is the Golden Whip Stream. It was one of the earliest scenic spots in the park to be developed, and has a total length of 7,500 meters. The most beautiful scenery in Wulingyuan is along this stream. The entrance of the stream is only 300 meters from the entrance of Zhangjiajie Forest Park. It exemplifies the delicacy and natural beauty of Wulingyuan's landscape. Mr. Wu Guanzhong, a famous Chinese painter, described it as a "fairy tale world". |
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== Gallery == |
== Gallery == |
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Latest revision as of 11:36, 17 July 2024
| UNESCO World Heritage Site | |
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 The sandstone pillars of Wulingyuan extend hundreds of meters over the valley floor | |
| Official name | Wulingyuan Scenic and Historic Interest Area |
| Location | Wulingyuan District, Zhangjiajie, Hunan, China |
| Criteria | Natural: (vii) |
| Reference | 640 |
| Inscription | 1992 (16th Session) |
| Area | 26,400 ha (102 sq mi) |
| Coordinates | 29°20′N 110°30′E / 29.333°N 110.500°E |
  Location of Wulingyuan in Hunan  Wulingyuan (China) | |
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Wulingyuan ([ù.lǐŋ.ɥɛ̌n], Chinese: 武陵源) is a scenic and historical site in the Wulingyuan District of South Central China's Hunan Province. It was inscribed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1992.[1] It is noted for more than 3,000 quartzite sandstone pillars and peaks across most of the site, many over 200 metres (660 ft) in height, along with many ravines and gorges with picturesque streams, pools, lakes, rivers, and waterfalls.[1] It features 40 caves, many with large calcite deposits and a natural bridge named Tianqiashengkong (meaning 'bridge across the sky'),[1] which is one of the highest natural bridges in the world. The site also provides habitat for many vulnerable species, including the dhole, Asiatic black bear, and Chinese water deer.[1]
The site is situated in Zhangjiajie City and lies about 270 kilometres (170 mi) to the northwest of Changsha, the capital of Hunan Province. The park covers an area of 690 square kilometers (266 square miles).[2] Wulingyuan forms part of the Wuling Mountain Range. The scenic area consists of four national parks, which are the Zhangjiajie National Forest Park, Suoxi Valley Nature Reserve, Tianzi Mountain Nature Reserve, and the recently added Yangjiajie Scenic Area. Overall there are over 560 attraction sights to view.[2]
Geology
[edit]The quartzite sandstone pillars and the surrounding regions were formed during the Devonian period (400 to 350 million years ago) from a combination of tectonic uplift and water erosion.[3] The highest area in the park is Huang Shi Zhai (黃石寨). It reaches a height of 3,450 feet (1,050 m) and is accessible via cable car or a set of stairs. Another cliff is accessed by the 326 m (1,070 ft) Bailong Elevator.
Gallery
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Panorama of the Five Fingers Peak of Huangshizhai -
Zhangjiajie River -
Wulingyuan park entrance
References
[edit]- ^ a b c d "Wulingyuan Scenic and Historic Interest Area". Unesco World Heritage Centre. United Nations Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organization. Retrieved 16 December 2013.
- ^ a b "Wulingyuan Scenic and Historic Area". Travel China Guide.
- ^ Huadong, Guo (2013). Atlas of Remote Sensing for World Heritage: China. Springer. p. 269. ISBN 978-3-642-32823-7.
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