The Five Mountains and Three Mountains are famous scenic spots in traditional Chinese culture. The Five Mountains are the product of the combination of ancient mountain god worship, the concept of the five elements and the imperial Zen, and they are famous all over the world for their tall image that symbolizes the Chinese nation. Wuyue is called the first of the famous mountains in China, which has dual significance of landscape and culture. The five mountains have their own characteristics: the majesty of Mount Tai in the east, the beauty of Hengshan in the south, the danger of Huashan in the west, the wonder of Hengshan in the north, and the steepness of Songshan in the middle, which have long been famous in the world. There are three methods of "three mountains", and the three mountains that are widely spread today are: Yandang Mountain in Zhejiang, Huangshan Mountain in Anhui, and Lushan Mountain in Jiangxi. These mountains and rivers have been praised since ancient times for their magnificent landscapes and profound cultural connotations. Let's take a closer look at their names, their geographical location, and their characteristics.
ChinaThe origin of the five peaks:
The origin of the name of the Five Peaks is related to the topography of China. With the Central Plains as the center, it is named according to the east, west, south, north and east directions. According to the "Historical Records", after pacifying the world, the Yellow Emperor divided China into nine states, each with a high mountain. In recognition of his merits, the Yellow Emperor named these nine mountains as the Nine Great Towns and Mountains, and divided them into five mountains and three mountains according to different characteristics such as orientation, yin and yang. Specifically, Mount Tai in the east represents yang, Mount Heng in the south represents yin, Mount Hua in the west represents gold, Mount Heng in the north represents water, and Mount Songshan in the middle represents earth. These five mountains are located in the five directions of China, symbolizing the balance and harmony between heaven and earth.
China Five Mountains:They refer to Mount Tai in the east, Mount Heng in the south, Mount Hua in the west, Mount Heng in the north and Mount Song in the middle.
1.Mount Tai of Dongyue: Mount Tai is located in Tai'an City, Shandong Province, is the first of the five mountains in China, with an altitude of 1545 meters, because of its majestic peaks, steep and magnificent, known as "the first mountain in the world". Mount Tai is accompanied by the history of Chinese civilization inheritance of 5,000 years, which is regarded as the paradise of "direct access to the emperor's seat" by the ancients, and has become the sacred mountain that the people worship and the emperor worships. Because of its unique natural scenery and cultural heritage, Mount Tai has become a world cultural and natural heritage site.
2.Nanyue Hengshan: Located in Hengyang City, Hunan Province, it is one of the five mountains of Nanyue and one of the famous Taoist mountains in China. The highest peak of Hengshan is Zhurong Peak, with an altitude of 1,300 meters. Hengshan is famous for its beautiful mountains and rivers, mysterious religious culture and long history.
3.Xiyue Huashan: Huashan is located in Huayin City, Weinan City, Shaanxi Province, because of its steepness and famous, it is known as "the first peak in the world". The main peak of Huashan is the south peak, with an altitude of 21549 meters. The strange peaks and rocks of Huashan, the sunrise over the sea of clouds and other scenes are amazing, attracting countless tourists to climb.
4.Beiyue Heng Mountain: Heng Mountain is located in Hunyuan County, Datong City, Shanxi Province, and is one of the five peaks of Beiyue. The main peak of Heng Mountain is Tianfeng Ridge, with an altitude of 2016 meters. It is known as "the north pillar of the human sky" and "the famous mountain". Heng Mountain is known for its steep hills, rich cultural heritage and ancient architecture.
5.Zhongyue Songshan: Songshan is located in Dengfeng City, Zhengzhou City, Henan Province, and is one of the five peaks of Zhongyue. The altitude is 1492 meters above sea level. Songshan Mountain is famous for its majestic mountain scenery and rich cultural connotation. It is like a flowing picture scroll, showing the prosperity of ancient Chinese Buddhism and the splendor of martial arts.
Three Mountains,There are three methods
Saying one, the ancient legend is the three mountain ranges of the Chinese dragon vein: the Himalayas, the Kunlun Mountains, and the Tianshan Mountains;
The second theory is that the "Three Divine Mountains" on the sea in the legend of the immortals, because it is the place where the gods live, is particularly fascinated by the ancients. "Historical Records: Qin Shi Huang Benji" contains: "Qi people Xu Fu and others are in the book, and there are three sacred mountains in the sea of words, and the names are Penglai, Abbot, and Yingzhou."
Saying three, in order to continue the beautiful myth of the three mountains and five mountains, the descendants choose the new three mountains among the famous mountains outside the five mountains, and the three mountains that are widely spread by people today are: Yandang Mountain in Zhejiang, Huangshan Mountain in Anhui, and Lushan Mountain in Jiangxi.
1.Yandang Mountain: Yandang Mountain is located in Yueqing City, Wenzhou City, Zhejiang Province, and has been known as "the world's famous mountain" since ancient times. Yandang Mountain is famous for its unique geological landscape, rich cultural heritage and exquisite natural scenery. The landscape of Yandang Mountain is beautiful, and it is a resort for literati and artists.
2.Huangshan: Located in Huangshan City, Anhui Province, Huangshan Mountain is one of China's famous landscape scenic spots. Huangshan is famous for its peculiar mountain topography, rich cultural heritage and exquisite natural scenery. The main peak of Yellow Mountain is Lotus Peak, which is 1864 high8 meters. The strange pines, strange rocks, sea of clouds, hot springs and other landscapes of Huangshan are breathtaking.
3.Lushan: Lushan is located in Lushan City, Jiujiang City, Jiangxi Province, and is one of the famous landscape scenic spots in China. Lushan is famous for its steep mountains, rich cultural heritage and exquisite natural scenery. The highest peak of Mount Lu is the Great Peak of Mount Lu, which is 1474 meters high. The waterfalls, canyons, sea of clouds and other landscapes of Lushan are amazing.
In short, China's five mountains and three mountains are one of the most representative mountain ranges in China, one of the important symbols of Chinese culture, and one of the tourist attractions for people. They not only have unique and magnificent natural scenery and cultural heritage, but also carry a rich history, culture and tradition. The peaks of the five mountains are towering, the forests of the five mountains are dense and prosperous, the water of the five mountains is clear and flowing, and the atmosphere of the five mountains is magnificent and majestic. They are the treasures of the land of China and the pride of the Chinese nation. Whether you are a mountaineer or a lover of history and culture, you can find your own fun and feel the charm of Chinese culture in the five mountains and three mountains.