How many of the 8 AAAAA-level scenic spots are worth visiting?
China's AAAAA level scenic spots are the highest level among China's tourist attractions, which are known for their outstanding natural beauty, rich cultural heritage, high-quality services and facilities, and attract a large number of domestic and foreign tourists. Among these scenic spots, there are eight most worthwhile scenic spots, namely Mount Tai Scenic Area, Qin Shi Huang Terracotta Warriors and Horses Museum, Huangshan Scenic Area, Jiuzhaigou Scenic Area, Hangzhou West Lake, Wudang Mountain Scenic Area, Emeishan Scenic Area and Huashan Scenic Area.
1.Mount Tai Scenic Area
Mount Tai is a famous AAAAA scenic spot in China, located at No. 45, Hongmen Road, Taishan District, Tai'an City, Shandong Province, covering an area of more than 400 square kilometers. Mount Tai is known as the symbol of the great and noble Chinese nation, it is a faulted mountain composed of ancient gneiss, standing proudly on the Qilu Hills on the eastern edge of the Great Plain of North China. The main peak of Mount Tai is as high as 1545 meters above sea level, is the first of the five mountains, and enjoys the reputation of "the only one of the five mountains".
Taishan Scenic Area is famous for its magnificent natural landscapes and rich history and culture. Here the mountains are stacked with greenery, strange peaks towering, clouds and mist, and the scenery is picturesque. Every sunrise and sunset, the golden light of Mount Tai is brilliant, giving people a sense of sacred solemnity. And on the cliffs on the mountainside, there are many ancient temples and palaces, the most famous of which is the Dai Temple located in Nantianmen, which was a sacred place for ancient Chinese emperors to worship Mount Tai. The architectural style of Dai Temple is solemn and solemn, full of ancient historical atmosphere.
In addition to natural landscapes and historical culture, Mount Tai is also rich in biological resources. There are many rare plants and animals here, including the golden snub-nosed monkey and the bald eagle, which are national first-class protected animals. Climbing Mount Tai not only allows you to enjoy the magnificent mountain scenery, but also to observe the ecological Xi of these rare animals up close.
As a cultural business card of China, Mount Tai has attracted countless domestic and foreign tourists. Every year, a large number of tourists come here to climb the mountain and worship and feel the magic and magnificence of Mount Tai. At the same time, Mount Tai is also an important part of traditional Chinese culture, and many literati and writers have left poems and articles on Mount Tai that have been passed down through the ages.
2.Terracotta Warriors and Horses Museum
The Terracotta Warriors and Horses Museum is located in Qinling Town, Lintong District, Xi'an City, Shaanxi Province, China. The establishment of the museum dates back to November 1975, when it was the site of the Terracotta Warriors and Horses of Qin Shi Huang. However, it was not until October 1, 1979 that the museum was officially opened to the public. It was built in the east of Lintong County 7The 5-kilometer northern foot of Lishan Mountain is exactly the site of the Terracotta Warriors and Horses Pit of the Mausoleum of the First Emperor of Qin. It takes about 37 to get from the center of Xi'an to the museum5 km away. Together with Lishan Garden, this museum is collectively known as the Mausoleum Museum of the First Qin Emperor.
The Terracotta Warriors and Horses Museum is a world-renowned archaeological site and cultural heritage protection unit. It shows the terracotta warriors and horses in the mausoleum of Qin Shi Huangdi, an ancient tomb on a grand scale. The Terracotta Warriors and Horses were made by Qin Shi Huang for his funeral after he unified China, with the purpose of protecting and accompanying his reign in the afterlife. Archaeologists estimate that there may be thousands of terracotta warriors and horses in the entire mausoleum area, but only some have been excavated and displayed to the public at present.
The exhibitions in the museum are divided into a number of thematic areas, including the Terracotta Warriors and Horses Pit, terracotta art, Qinling culture, and more. Visitors can get a close-up look at the terracotta warriors and horses in different poses and costumes, which are lifelike and are made in the image of real soldiers according to historical records and archaeological research. In addition, the museum displays a wealth of terracotta artworks that showcase scenes of life and cultural features during the Qin Dynasty.
3.Huangshan Scenic Area
Huangshan Mountain, located in Huangshan City in the southern part of Anhui Province, China, is one of the top ten famous mountains in China and the first strange mountain in the world. Mount Huangshan has 72 peaks, the most famous of which is the Lotus Peak with an altitude of 1,864 meters, which is known as one of the three main peaks of Mount Huangshan and one of the 36 peaks together with Guangming Peak and Tiandu Peak.
Mount Huangshan is the symbol of Anhui tourism and the only mountain scenery among the top ten scenic spots in China. It is listed as a World Heritage Site of both Cultural and Natural Heritage and is also a Global Geopark. Huangshan is also a national AAAAA-level tourist attraction, a national scenic spot and a national civilized scenic tourism demonstration site.
Mount Huangshan is known for its magnificent peaks, peculiar sea of stones, enchanting sea of clouds, and abundant vegetation. Ascending Mount Huangshan offers breathtaking views. In the early morning, the sea of clouds swirls in the mountains, like a fairyland;On a clear day, you can see the mountains in the distance, and the clouds and mist give it a sense of otherworldliness.
Huangshan also has a rich cultural heritage, since ancient times, Huangshan is the gathering place of literati and scholars, many literati and scholars have left works that have been handed down through the ages, and the cultural attractions of Huangshan include Hui style architecture, ancient villages, etc., showing the unique cultural features of Anhui.
Every year, countless tourists come to climb the Yellow Mountain to appreciate its unique charm. Huangshan is not only a tourist attraction, but also a place where people's souls can be purified and their bodies and minds relaxed. Whether you're looking for nature or inner peace, Huangshan is an ideal destination.
4.Jiuzhaigou Scenic Area
Jiuzhaigou National Nature Reserve is located in Zhangzha Town, Jiuzhaigou County, Aba Tibetan and Qiang Autonomous Prefecture, in the southern section of the Minshan Mountains in northwestern Sichuan Province, China. It is located on the northeast side of the bow ridge in the southern section of Minshan Mountain, about 400 kilometers away from Chengdu. Jiuzhaigou is a large branch ditch of the Baishui River in the upper reaches of the Jialing River of the Yangtze River system, and it is also the source of the Baishui River.
There are four main scenic spots in Jiuzhaigou National Nature Reserve, namely Shuzheng Ditch, Zechawa Ditch, Rize Ditch and Zharu Ditch. Each attraction contains a number of large and small scenic spots, forming a grand and diverse landscape system. The reserve is famous for its unique water features such as plateau travertine lakes, travertine waterfalls and travertine beach streams.
The scenery of Jiuzhaigou Scenic Area is beautiful, the mountains are green and blue in summer, the red leaves are full of mountains in autumn, and the snow scene in winter is charming, and each season has its unique charm. Here you can enjoy spectacular waterfalls, turquoise lakes, peculiar landscapes, and abundant flora and fauna. It is also one of the best-preserved natural ecosystems in China and is known as the "Wonderland on Earth".
5.West Lake, Hangzhou
Hangzhou West Lake is one of the famous scenic spots in China and one of the top ten famous lakes in China. It is located in the west of Hangzhou City, Zhejiang Province, about 10 kilometers from the city center, covering an area of about 65 square kilometers. Famous for its beautiful landscapes and rich cultural heritage, West Lake is one of China's famous tourist destinations.
West Lake has a long history, dating back to the two Jin Dynasty periods, and has a history of more than 1,700 years. It carries many cultural connotations such as traditional Chinese garden culture, poetry culture, religious culture and tea culture, attracting a large number of literati, artists and scholars to visit and create.
There are many scenic spots in West Lake, such as the Broken Bridge, Leifeng Pagoda, Three Pools and the Moon, etc., each of which has its own unique historical and cultural background. For example, the broken bridge is the place where the legendary Xu Xian and the White Lady meet, and the Leifeng Pagoda carries the history and culture of Chinese Buddhism, and the three pools and the moon are one of the most representative scenic spots in the West Lake, attracting countless tourists to watch with its beautiful scenery and rich cultural connotation.
6.Wudang Mountain Scenic Area
Wudang Mountain Scenic Area is located in the northwest of Hubei Province, China, covering an area of about 160 square kilometers, is one of the famous Taoist mountains in China, and is also a famous martial arts holy land. Wudang Mountain is famous for its rugged terrain, peculiar landforms, rich vegetation and long history.
Wudang Mountain has a long history of Taoism, dating back to the Tang Dynasty and has a history of more than 1,300 years. It is one of the birthplaces of Taoism in China, with a rich Taoist culture and traditional martial arts culture. With its unique architectural style and exquisite martial arts performances, Wudang Mountain attracts countless tourists to visit and experience.
7.Mount Emei Scenic Area
Mount Emei Scenic Area is located in Emeishan City, Sichuan Province, China, covering an area of about 154 square kilometers, one of the famous Buddhist mountains in China and a famous natural scenic spot. Mount Emei is famous for its steep mountains, rich vegetation, ancient Buddhist culture, and magical legends.
Mount Emei has a long history of Buddhism, dating back to the Eastern Han Dynasty and has a history of more than 1,800 years. It is one of the birthplaces of Zen Buddhism in China, with a rich Buddhist culture and traditional arts. The exquisite temples and carving art of Mount Emei attract countless tourists to worship and watch.
8.Huashan Scenic Area
Huashan Scenic Area is located in Huayin City, Weinan City, Shaanxi Province, China, covering an area of about 150 square kilometers, is one of China's famous mountain scenic spots, and is also one of the famous mountaineering resorts. Huashan is famous for its steep mountains, peculiar landforms, rich flora and long history.
Mount Hua is one of the five famous mountains in China, famous for its steepness, and enjoys the reputation of "the first peak in the world". The hiking trails are steep and treacherous, but it is this challenge that makes Huashan a special attraction for climbers. In the process of climbing Huashan, visitors can enjoy the magnificent mountain scenery and beautiful sunrise, and experience the fun and sense of accomplishment of climbing.
In addition to mountaineering, Huashan also has a rich cultural heritage and historical background. There are many ancient temples and inscriptions on Huashan, such as Yuquanyuan, Zhenyue Palace, Canglongling, etc., which are full of historical atmosphere. These places are not only places for tourists to pray for blessings, but also important places for them to learn about traditional Chinese culture and history.
In short, these eight AAAAA-level scenic spots have their own characteristics, and each has its own unique charm and attraction. Whether you're into nature or history and culture, these attractions will meet your needs and provide an unforgettable travel experience. Whether you're a domestic or international tourist, these attractions are must-see.