Wuyi Mountain
Wuyi Mountain lies in the border of Fujian and Jiangxi Province, Southeastern part of China. Covering an area of 60 square kilometers, it attracts both natural scientists and visitors with rich biodiversity and beautiful scenery. Besides, Wuyi Mountain is also famous as production area of high-quality tea leaves. It is a representative spot in Southeast China in terms of tea culture and burial customs. The inflow of cold air from the Pacific Ocean turn into large amount of rainfalls after encountering the slopes of Wuyi Mountain, forming the typical subtropical monsoon climate. The climate facilitates its unique landscape and rich biodiversity, which partly account for its value as a member of both natural and cultural World Heritage List.
Unique Landscape
The beautiful Danxia landform features Wuyi Mountain. It is abundant in sheer cliffs, deep caves, huge rocks and attractive waters. The long history and special weather have left behind 36 peaks, 72 caves, 99 prominent rocks and 108 scenic spots. The meandering rivers flow quietly in the deep valleys, with high mountains in column shape standing on both sides. It is possible to discover the volcano activities in ancient times on the Western side. Nevertheless, the Eastern side demonstrates Danxia landforms, red cliffs standing with steep slopes and flat tops. The remarkable natural beauty has made Wuyi known as one of the most eye-catching mountains in China.
Rich Biodiversity
92% of the whole Wuyi mountain is covered by forests. It harbours 2,466 higher plant species, 840 lower plant species, 475 vertebrate species, 100 species of mammals, 300 species of birds, and 4,557 insect species, which are realling amazing numbers. If you are bamboo lovers, Wuyi Mountain will delight you with one-third of bamboo species in China, including black-skinned square bamboos.
Cultural Heritage
Many outstanding figures have lived and lectured in Wuyi Mountains in ancient China. It used to be a retreat resort for poets, scholars and men of letter who prefer a life of seclusion. For example, the famous philosopher in Southern Song Dynasty, Zhu Xi, had given lectures for 40 years in Wuyi Mountain, making it an academic center in southeast China. Besides, Wuyi Mountain is also an important center of Taoism and Buddhism. Many religious relics can be found there even today.
Several famous kinds of tea are produced in Wuyi Mountain, including Da Hong Pao(literally means big red robe) and Wuyi Rock Tea. Wuyi Rock Tea is a type of Oolong tea, enjoying a long history. It is regarded as one of the best tea in China.
Wuyi Mountain provides excellent natural views for visitors from every corner of the world. The scenery in every part of China is quite different from that in any other places. You are able to appreciate Southeast China in its natural beauty visiting Wuyi Mountain.