Xiaoxitian Scenic Area

Xiaoxitian Scenic Area

Xiaoxitian Scenic Area

Xiaoxitian Scenic Area is located 40 kilometers southwest of Xingtai City, adjacent to the shimmering Zhuangzhuang Reservoir (also known as Yingxue Lake), where mountain scenery and water blend seamlessly. The area spans 40 square kilometers, with its main peak, Dingmei Mountain, rising 1,089 meters above sea level. The mountain features uniquely striking and beautiful terrain that seems to pierce the sky. As the saying goes, “Thunder roars beneath the cliffs, and rain begins halfway up the mountain,” highlighting its notable relative elevation. Xiaoxitian is also commonly known as Grandma’s Peak, and is home to several temples and shrines, including the Palace of the Goddess Bixia Yuanjun, which attract many worshippers. The scenic area offers picturesque views in all four seasons—lush green in spring, serene in summer, vibrant red in autumn, and snowy white in winter. The ancient blood-dripping tree, the hairy giant rock, and the welcoming monk on the mountain are known as the “Three Wonders of the North.” Below the mountain lies Yingxue Lake (with a water storage capacity of over 700 million cubic meters and a dam base over 150 meters high), whose waters stretch for dozens of li and form 17 peninsulas and isolated islands along the shore, making it an ideal spot for leisure, entertainment, and water sports. The lakeside hot springs contain various trace elements beneficial to human health and are known for their therapeutic effects.