The introduction of Wuyi Mountains National Park:

 

The birth of Wuyi Mountains traces back a billion or more years ago,when shiftings and upheavals in the earth thrust skyward a ridge line. Over the eons,tree have advanced up the slopes and claimed most of the mountains;only some peaks still stand barren.

Situated in the north of Fujian Province,southeast China. Wuyi Mountains National Park is a spine,which had experienced a long period of dramatic changes in landform after the crustal movement in the Himalayas. Impacted by the new tectonic movement in the Quaternary Period,large areas in this park were uplifted. The difference in the upheavals resulted in a great disparity between the high and the low landforms,making a drop of over 1,700 meters from the summit of Mountain Huanggang to the valley floor.

 

Main scenic spots

 

The Intricate Terrain:

 

The park is a land of superlatives,which is filled with an interior graced by sculpted mountains and peaks,quiet rivers and lush forests. The park,therefore,includes 3 basic types of terrains:disconnected mountains and separated peaks,gorges and small montane basins carved by the continuous erosion of the rivers flowing in the valleys. This intricate interwoven terrain created multiplex ecological environments and gave rise to the diverse plant and animal species.

 

The warm climate and the complex terrain of interlocking gorges and basins give rise to a broad spectrum of pristine natural ecosystems,which are highly representative of China's central subtropical mountains. Trees,flowers,shrubs and herbs abound in marvelous variety at the park,which houses 1,815 species of vascular plants representing a mix of plants from different geographic locations.

 

 A Sanctuary Of Prolific Wildlife:

 

Covering a total area of 56,527 hectares,this park contains a superb mosaic of land and water,which is the home of a remarkable array of wildlife. Best known for its birds,Wuyi boasts extraordinarily numerous birds. More than 400 species of birds take wing over the area,appear along the parkway during the spring migration,accounting for almost one third of China's bird species,and ranking the majority of the wildlife at this park.

 

White-backed woodpecker and some other birds are unique to Guadun,which was given the title”A Bird Kingdom”for its abundance in bird species. Hundreds of birds flock to the ponds to feed,offering a prime bird-watching area. Famed as one of the most prolific wildlife sanctuaries in China,this park also harbors 71 species of beasts,over 100 species of amphibians,retiles and an amazing assortment of other creatures,some of which are world-rare species. The park,therefore,is regarded as an ideal base for researching into the reptiles and amphibians of Asia.

 

The Stunning Landscapes:

 

Wuyi Mountains National Park is famous for its stunning pristine natural landscapes including the beautiful river,36 peaks,72 caverns,99 rocks,13 springs and 7 ponds. Farmland and picturesque villages all add to the tranquil beauty of the park. The best known as well as the most alluring natural beauty,however,is its beautiful river,the park's major appeal,called The Jiuqu River. Winding its peaceful way with twinking blue-green water through dozens of picturesque peaks,mountains,valleys and rocks,the river offers its diversity of sights which lie along the river,and beckons visitors to come for looking.

 

The Cultural And Historic Sites: 

 

Wuyi Mountains have a long history of culture. Within the park's territory lie an array of cultural and historical structures. Early since 221B.C,a great number of famous scholars had come here to give lectures;Taoists had stayed here to practice Taoism;and almost 200 templates and palaces,117 pavilions,platforms and buildings had been put up atop or beside the mountains and peaks along the river.

 

Unfortunately,most of them are gone;only a small number of standing structures and crumbling remains are left. One of the park's best-kept structures is a small part of the ancient school where Zhu Xi,a famous ancient scholar,had given lectures for 10 years.

 

The park is accessible year-round by air, rail,bus or streamer. It is a summer resort providing lodging,dining,and store. Traditional and modern-fashioned hotels stand in the picturesque areas. A variety of local food such as fresh fish from the river and the natural springs,fresh local fruits and so on are served.

 

During the summertime,dramatic and musical productions are staged here,to say nothing of countless outdoor weddings. A well watered and densely forested favorite of vacationing families and increasing various tourists,the park enjoys enormous popularity.

 

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