Taiyi is close to the sky, and the mountains connect to the corners of the sea. The white clouds look back and close, and the blue mist disappears.

The peaks change in the dividing fields, and the clouds and valleys are different. I wanted to throw myself into a place to sleep, but I asked the woodcutter across the water.

--Wang Wei's "Zhongnan Mountain"

I believe that in addition to local people in Shaanxi, friends from other places should all know about Zhongnan Mountain and Nanwutai from Jin Yong's novel "The Condor Heroes". In history, Zhongnan Mountain was a holy place for Buddhism and Taoism. It was a place where hermits and high-ranking people practiced and avoided the world. It has also long been famous in literary works. The main peak is located in Chang 'an District, with an altitude of 2604 meters. Couplets: "Happiness is like the flowing water in the East China Sea, longevity is better than Nanshan and never old pine" refers to Zhongnan Mountain.

Nanwutai is the core scenic spot of Zhongnan Mountain World Geopark in the Qinling Mountains of Xi'an. It is located in the middle of the Qinling Mountains and has been called the "Zhongnan Shenxiu Area" since ancient times. There are five natural peaks on the mountain: Datai, Manjusri, Qingliang, Lingying and Shishen, known as Nanwutai. The mountains in the scenic area are undulating, the original forest landscape is beautiful, there are many kinds of ancient and famous trees, the forest seasons are rich, and the scenery is different from the four seasons. In autumn, Nanwutai is even more magical and mysterious. When several peaks in the north emerge from the cloud tops, they look like fairy islands in the sea that appear and disappear from time to time, floating like an immortal.

I ran into two beautiful young ladies in Hanfu who came to the scenic area to check in, so I had to take a group photo

Shengshou Temple is an ancient temple that has been around for more than 1,000 years. In the temple, there is a precious Sui Dynasty ancient tower called Dashi Yingshen Tower. Time has passed and the vicissitudes of the world have undergone tremendous changes. Thousands of years of ancient temples have been repaired and bear witness to the footprints of history. It is said that such ancient temples and towers are rare in the country.

Walking up the steps and leaning against the railing, you can see the trees in the mountains showing different colors, including evergreen pines and cypresses, changing willows, and red rattan trees. The sun shines through the mist in the forest, sighing that the years are still, and even the air is filled with the smell of autumn harvest.

Continuing up the stone steps, a mountain rock came into view. On the huge rock, there were four big red characters on it: "The Goddess ends in the South", which were dazzling. Three small red characters "Fire Dragon Cave" are also written on one part of the boulder. Below the characters is a natural cave. There is a stone dragon in the cave. The dragon is covered in colorful satin and curled cigarettes. It is said that this is the place where the Goddess of Mercy Bodhisattva descended on dragons. Looking around, the texture of the stone dragon carving is still new. Of course, this stone dragon is obviously carved by later generations.

Continue to climb along the steep stone steps to the Zizhu Forest between the beautiful rock walls. Looking at the mountain, Zizhu Forest Temple is backed by the five main peaks of Guanyin Terrace, with exquisite buildings. Walking into the temple and visiting it carefully, the ancient monuments and statues were shrouded in incense. Standing by the railing of the temple and looking north, you can see Chang 'an's crisscrossed paths. Looking west to Zhugu Valley and east to Lingying Terrace, the scenery is indeed unique and unique. It is said that Zizhu Forest is one of the earliest and largest temples in Nanwutai. Of course, it is also one of the oldest ancient temples in Zhongnan Mountain.

Lingying Terrace is the highest peak in Nanwutai. Standing on Lingying Terrace, you suddenly feel like "seeing all the mountains at a glance". The colorful autumn red becomes the protagonist, and the green and rich green leaves become the background. During this period, there are various temples and ancient temples embellished, adding a sense of Zen to the autumn scenery of Nanwutai. This should be regarded as a landmark building in Nanwutai. Looking from a distance, it is quite shocking to see such a building on the top of the mountain.

On each top of the mountain, overlooking the mountains, one after another, the slight autumn wind breathes a refreshing hollow air, and the hustle and bustle of the city is instantly forgotten. If the sun was right and the blue sky and white clouds were endless, it should be more spectacular. Unfortunately, when we went there, although there was the sun, the clouds were still relatively thick.

[Warm Reminder]

It is reported that to celebrate the Double Festival, the Nanwutai Scenic Area specially held a themed activity of "Gathering in Golden Autumn to Celebrate the Festival", preparing a variety of activities for tourists and friends across the country:

Activity 1: Exhibition the charm of the South and enjoy the beauty of time and space

On October 1, the scenic spot held activities such as Han cultural etiquette displays, Han cultural and artistic performances, and interesting knowledge questions and answers at the mountain gate and the platform below the Zizhu Forest (Buddhist Cultural Garden).

Activity 2: I celebrate with my motherland--Nanwutai Scenic Area ticket killing event

In order to celebrate the birthday of the great motherland, during the National Day period, tourists can participate in the ticket killing event in a timely manner through online shopping platforms.

Activity 3: You eat-I give discounts

Tourists who eat at the restaurant on the second floor of Shanmen during the National Day (those who spend more than 30 yuan per capita) can enjoy a 40% discount on tickets; this discount is not shared with other discounts.

Activity 4: Check-in shooting activity ("I take a photo with the national flag in Nanwutai")

Take photos at the designated check-in locations in the scenic spot (Shanmen, Lingying Terrace, Sister who rides the wind and waves) holding a small national flag (bring it or buy it in the scenic spot) and upload it to your circle of friends. If you get 36 likes, you will receive a ticket to the scenic spot. (Use period is October 12, 2020-November 30, 2020)

Activity 5: Nanwutai Mid-Autumn Festival Colorful Clay Moon Cake Activity

On the day of the Mid-Autumn Festival, tourists can participate in making colorful clay mooncakes for free at Zhongnan Kitchen to express their understanding of the Mid-Autumn Festival.

[Bus Lines]

In Xi'an City, take Metro Line 2 to Weiqu South Station and transfer to Bus No. 730 to reach the scenic spot.

[Self-driving route]

1. Take Qujiang Interchange in Xi'an City and enter the Baotou-Maoming Expressway (Xizhao Section) to the Taiyi Palace Exit. It takes 10 minutes to the west.

2. Take Ziwu Avenue or Chang 'an Avenue in Chang' an District, Xi'an City, pass through Huanshan Road, and go east in 10 minutes to reach the scenic spot.

[Graphic Editor: Zhao Weili]