Emei Peak Nature Reserve

Emei Peak Nature Reserve

　 Guide: Located in Beixinqiao Township, Taining County, 24 kilometers from the county seat, it lies on the southwestern foothills of the central section of the Wuyi Mountains. Introduction: Emei Peak is a provincial-level nature reserve, named for its resemblance to Mount Emei in Sichuan. It is an important part of the Dajinhu Scenic Area. Ancient trees and old vines, rare flowers and exotic plants, steep cliffs and perilous peaks, shrublands and grassy areas, birds and beasts, insect chirps and cicada songs, drifting clouds and mist—these are the hallmarks of Emei Peak. Its main peak stands at an elevation of 1,714 meters, and there is a road leading all the way to the summit. The “sound of pine waves, sea of clouds, and sunrise” are the three great wonders here. There are also natural attractions such as alpine lakes and expansive natural meadows. Ticket/Opening Hours: 30 yuan

Sanming City, Fujian Province

Xin Qiao Township: A township under the jurisdiction of Taining County. In 1958, the Shangyou Commune was established, which merged into the Zhukou Commune in 1960. In 1962, Xin Qiao Commune was formed and became a township in 1984. It is located in the northwest of the county, 24 kilometers from the county seat. Covering an area of 105.5 square kilometers, it has a population of 8,000. The Tailli Highway runs through the township. It administers nine village committees: Dayuan, Daxing, Shuiyuan, Wangming, Xin Qiao, Kengping, Fengyuan, Fenxin, and Lingxia. The area is rich in forest and wildlife resources, including rare tree species such as Bretschneidera sinensis and Masson’s pine. The main agricultural products are rice, fruit, and bamboo. Provincial-level cultural heritage sites include Song Dynasty porcelain kilns… More details about Xin Qiao Township++