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major international tourist city in south Anhui, Huangshan is noted
for its statuesque mountains and rich cultural heritage. It was also
the cradle of one of China's three local academic schools, the school
of Anhui studies. Under the jurisdiction of Huangshan are the national
scenic resorts Mount Huangshan and Mount Qiyun, the famous historical
and cultural city Shexian, and four key cultural relics under state
protection (Xu Guo's Stone Archway, dwelling houses at Qiankou, the
group of archways in Tangyue, and the temple dedicated to Luo Dongshu),
and such scenic resorts as Xin'an River and Taiping Lake.
Mount Huangshan Scenic Zone
Lauded as "No.1 Mountain under Heaven", Mount Huangshan
is one of 10 major scenic resorts of China. In 1990 the UNESCO put
Mount Huangshan on its list of world natural and cultural heritages.
The beauty of Mount Huangshan lies in its "four wonders":
pine trees with shapely foliage, rocks in a hundred and one images,
an ocean of clouds, and hot springs. Eight tourist zones with 400
scenic spots have been established in the mountain, and a number of
star-rated hotels and other facilities (including three cableways)
built for sightseers and holidaymakers. Huangshan Airport operates
flights to many cities. The annual Huangshan International Tourist
Festival takes place in October. |
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