Laifeng Park

Laifeng Park

A solitary peak rises up, known as Laifeng Mountain. On the northern side of the mountain lies the outlet of the Daying River, where cascading waterfalls thunder endlessly. In front of the mountain runs the ancient China-Myanmar trade route, bustling with merchants and travelers all year round. The mountain is covered with lush pines and firs, forming a sea of green. During spring and autumn when the weather is mild, mist often curls around the mid-slopes, cloaking the emerald peaks in a veil of white, creating an exceptionally enchanting sight. “Mist over Laifeng on a Clear Day” has long been one of the scenic highlights of Tengchong.

Laifeng Mountain is also the highest point near the county town. From its summit, the view is expansive: to the left are mountains such as Daying, Baofeng, and Leigu; to the right are ridges like Dianjun and Luosheng; in the distance, the snow-capped peaks of Gaoligong Mountain glisten brilliantly under the sun; ahead lie crisscrossing fields and villages scattered like stars; looking down, the city of Tengchong unfolds with clusters of new buildings, densely packed and bustling with traffic, exuding vitality and prosperity that lifts the spirit. As an old poem goes: “When clouds disperse and mist clears, a thousand scenes unfold; a fresh breeze embraces towers and terraces,” and “Streams flow like dragons that once departed, while distant mountains take the shape of a phoenix about to return.” (Li Zongsi, “Laifeng Temple”) — a true capture of its spirit.

At the summit of Laifeng Mountain, there are two peaks: one bears remnants of an anti-Japanese battle position; the other originally held a Wenbi Pagoda, which was later destroyed. There are now plans to build an observation deck on its former site, offering visitors panoramic views. The thousands of acres of mountainous land now incorporated into the park include planned areas for a zoo, as well as large floral gardens featuring azaleas, camellias, and magnolia. Beyond these, more extensive wooded lawns and grassy areas are left for people to stroll through, for lovers to whisper sweet nothings, and for children to play.