Yunfeng Gorge

Yunfeng Gorge

Yunfeng Gorge is a national A-level tourist attraction.

Yunfeng Gorge is located in Huangwei Township, about 50 kilometers north of Yuexi County, Anqing, covering an area of over ten square kilometers. The scenic area features canyons, a waterfall cluster, and a primeval forest. With lush forests and waterfalls plunging as high as 240 meters, the sight is majestic, resembling a long gallery of landscapes. Major attractions include the Rainbow Waterfall, the Chinese Giant Salamander, the Leisure Pool, the Flying Spring Bath, the Yunfeng Waterfall, the Mysterious Valley, and the Jade Bay, all of which are truly captivating. Among them, the Rainbow Waterfall can be considered a wonder of the world. On sunny days, visitors can see a rainbow about five meters long shooting out from the waterfall. The five-kilometer-long gorge is filled with dense forests and clustered waterfalls, with natural drops as high as 240 meters, like a long scroll of landscape painting that leaves visitors spellbound.

The Yunfeng Waterfall, standing 124 meters high, cascades straight down in a riot of colors like rosy clouds, as if a fairy were shaking her skirt from the sky. Ancient vines hang overhead, and towering pines stand firmly by the falls. With every step offering a new view, visitors can't help but marvel at the breathtaking sight.

The Giant Salamander Pool is located beneath the Yunfeng Waterfall. The pool water is emerald green and unfathomably deep. It gets its name from the presence of the Chinese Giant Salamander (commonly known as the baby fish), a second-class nationally protected animal. On clear, moonlit nights, the giant salamanders often float to the surface, emitting sounds like a child’s cry, their appearance both adorable and endearing.

The primeval secondary forest spans tens of square kilometers, where ancient trees tower above, moss covers the ground, and opportunities for fishing and hunting abound—offering endless fun. It's an excellent destination for sightseeing, leisure vacations, and returning to nature.

Yunfeng Gorge is shaped like a teacup—quiet and serene. Layers of dense, rain-soaked dead branches and leaves pile upon one another. The rustling sounds may remind you of Mr. Biye’s “Scenery of Tianshan,” in which he described discovering a wild apple valley in Tianshan where flocks of Ukrainian white pigs lay lazily among the apples, as if manna really did fall from heaven. Along the trail, you’ll find wild chestnuts and unnamed wild fruits. Without much effort, you can simply bend down, close your eyes, and pick up a big handful.

The green of the valley stretches on endlessly—from patches of bright green and deep green to the dark black trees in the distance, forming a naturally formed forest “bath.” Solitude has its own charm; the entire valley is yours. Part the underbrush with your hands, and beneath it you'll find densely packed rows of mushrooms. Wild mushrooms are everywhere, thriving to the point of being slightly eerie. Is Yunfeng Gorge truly a world ruled by mushrooms?

The sound of water accompanies you all along the way. Streams converge from the grass and valleys into the gorge, with varying depths and lengths flowing beneath your feet. The gorge has many simple wooden bridges covered with thick layers of pine needles, giving off a sense of historic texture.

Visiting Yunfeng Gorge truly purifies and elevates the soul.