Fan Li and Xi Shi Taoshan Scenic Area

Fan Li and Xi Shi Taoshan Scenic Area

The Fan Li and Xi Shi Taoshan Scenic Area is a national AAA-level tourist attraction.

The Taoshan Scenic Area is located in the northern part of Feicheng City and belongs to the Taihang Mountain range. It was here that Fan Li, the forefather of Chinese commerce, and the beauty Xi Shi once lived in seclusion and engaged in trade, making it the birthplace of China’s commercial culture. The mountain features steep and rugged terrain with flat summits, embracing yin and facing yang, covered in lush greenery, majestic and upright. The area is scattered with peculiar rocks and naturally formed caves, with a legend stating there are 72 notable caves. In ancient times, there was a lake in front of the mountain, offering beautiful scenery, which was part of the “eight-hundred-li waterway” mentioned in the classic novel "Water Margin." A poem praises the site: “Where else to find such beautiful springs and forests, such a paradise surrounded by mountains and embraced by waters?” The area boasts numerous cultural relics and historic sites, with over 20 currently preserved. Major attractions include the Tomb of Fan Li, Fan Li Temple, Youqi Temple, Chaoyang Cave, and Little Mount Tai, making it an ideal destination for history enthusiasts and explorers.

Type of Attraction: Rural Tourism

Address: Qiyusi Village, Hutun Town, Feicheng City

Opening Hours: 8:00 – 17:00

Recommended Visiting Time: About 2 hours

Price: 15 RMB per person