Shimen National Forest Park - Tianpingding Scenic Area

Shimen National Forest Park - Tianpingding Scenic Area

Shimen National Forest Park - Tianpingding Scenic Area is a national-level forest park.

Tianpingding is the main peak of Nankun Mountain, located within the Shimen Scenic Area of Shimen National Forest Park in Conghua, Guangzhou. At an elevation of 1,210 meters, it is the highest peak in the Guangzhou area. It borders Paitan Town of Zengcheng to the east, connects with Liangkou Town of Conghua to the south, and adjoins Nankun Mountain of Longmen County to the north. The average annual temperature is 15°C, with a maximum of 22°C and a minimum of -5°C. In winter, frost and ice persist for long periods, and snowfall occurs occasionally. The area features high mountains, fresh air, lush forests, and overlapping ridges, showcasing natural characteristics of beauty, serenity, and seclusion. Tianpingding, together with nearby peaks such as Tianping Second Peak, Monkey Forehead, and Hengkengding, forms four major majestic summits. Bathed in the evening glow, they appear even more precipitous, giving visitors a sense of eternal mountains. Here, one can watch the sunrise, admire the sea of forests and clouds, and overlook landscapes including the Liuxi River, Nankun Mountain, Conghua Hot Springs, and the pumped-storage power station.

“To enjoy a great sight, go up to a greater height.” At 1,210 meters above sea level, Tianpingding is the highest mountain peak in the Guangzhou area. With its refreshing high-altitude air, lush forests, and overlapping ridges, it boasts natural features of beauty, serenity, and seclusion. At the summit stands the Heavenly King Stone, which has a beautiful and moving legend associated with it. Together with nearby peaks—Tianping Second Peak, Monkey Forehead, and Hengkengding—Tianpingding forms four major majestic summits. Illuminated by the setting sun, they look even more towering, evoking a sense of timeless mountains. From the heights, one can take in the magnificent views of “distant mountains flickering in and out of view” and “a calm lake emerging from a deep gorge,” feeling as if immersed in a fantastical wonderland. Visitors can explore: the Heavenly King Stone, Tianpingding, Tianping Second Peak, Monkey Forehead, and Hengkengding—the four major peaks; watch the sunrise, admire the sea of forests and clouds, and overlook natural sights such as the Liuxi River, Nankun Mountain, Conghua Hot Springs, and the pumped-storage power station. As the saying goes: “Fame rests on Tianpingding, where splendid scenery awaits travelers.”

Location of the Scenic Spot

Within the Shimen Scenic Area of Shimen National Forest Park, Conghua City, Guangzhou Province

Friendly Reminder: Tianpingding, the canyon, and other areas of Shimen National Forest Park are currently not open to the public.