The construction of pagodas in Yangshan began in the Song Dynasty, when most were stone pagodas, such as the Buddhist pagoda built during the Jiading era of the Song. Later, to commemorate Han Wengong (Han Yu) for promoting Confucian teachings and emphasizing the cultivation of future scholars, a nine-story stone pagoda was first built and named “Wen Tower” (Pagoda of Literature). During the Ming Dynasty, another brick pagoda called “Wen Tower” was erected in Yangshan. In the Qing Dynasty, Pan Yuan Yin, the magistrate of Yangshan County, advocated in the 59th year of the Qianlong reign...
DUBU Bridge is located on the section of the new National Highway 107 in Dubu Township, more than 20 kilometers south of the county seat. It spans two mountain peaks, stretches 832 meters in length, and is supported by 52 pillars, each with a pier standing over 70 meters above ground and extending more than 30 meters underground. It is the tallest pier-supported highway viaduct in China and also the highest highway…
Yangshan Martyrs' Cemetery is located at the southern foot of Xianling Mountain, facing south with its back to the north, covering an area of about 10 hectares. The cemetery's main entrance is a marble archway, with side gates on the east and west. The frames of the side gates are inlaid with the eight-character seal script phrases “Heroic Spirits Live Forever” and “Noble Spirit Endures,” which complement the grandeur of the archway. Inside the archway is a platform surrounded by vibrant reds and greens, blooming with flowers...
Xuefa Ancestral Hall is located at Dahuo'gang in Qigong Town, Yangshan County, Guangdong Province, 3 kilometers from the off-road vehicle field. Nestled against the mountain and facing the water, it sits south and faces north. It was built by patriotic overseas Chinese Mr. Zhu Haijun in memory of his late father, Zhu Xuefa. Due to its resemblance to the Potala Palace in Lhasa and its “magnificent scale unmatched by any other in the northern reaches of the Pearl River,” it has earned the title “Guangdong’s…”
Located on the mountains at the southern end of the Dabu Bridge on the Qinglian Expressway in Dabu Town, Yangshan County, Qingyuan City, it stretches from east to west, dominating the mountaintop. Most of the crenellations and parapets of the fortress remain intact. The wall is meticulously built with flaky stones, standing about 2 meters high and 1.5 meters wide, extending continuously for several kilometers. At the mountaintop on the westernmost side, a towering stone gate structure about 6…
The Niubiyan Iron Smelting Site is located in Niubiyan Village, Taiping Town, Yangshan County. It was discovered in 1984 and covers an area of 1,500 square meters. Two sections of water channel remnants and seven pestle and mortar workshops were found in Mufanchong; eighteen slag accumulations were discovered near the mountain stream in front of the village. A large amount of iron ore can also be seen around the site. Additionally, there is a watchtower renovated in the 33rd year of the Qianlong reign (1768)…
Located deep in the mountains of Gaofeng Village, Qinglian Town, Yangshan County, Qingyuan City. This area is remote and well-concealed. The cave entrance faces south, with no other connecting openings. The entrance is about 5 meters wide and 8 meters high and has been sealed off with a mixture of lime, sand, and clay. The clearly identifiable materials in the mixture include sand, stones, and yellow mud, while the rest may consist of brown sugar and glutinous rice, among others. During the investigation…
“Cui Feng Yuan” is actually a natural stone forest park. It lies to the west against “Changlong Ridge,” faces “Yu Yin Platform” to the east, and is embraced by rivers on both sides. The area is covered with lush greenery, with ancient towering trees everywhere, and features uniquely shaped mountains and landforms. Ticket: 70 RMB Location: Pan Shui Management Area, Yangcheng Town, Yangshan County, Qingyuan City, Guangdong Province…
The Shimentai Provincial Nature Reserve in Yingde, Guangdong, is located in the central-northern part of Guangdong Province, stretching approximately 43.66 kilometers from east to west and 15.48 kilometers from north to south, covering a total area of 33,555 hectares. The reserve lies on the northern edge of the Tropic of Cancer and is in the transitional zone between the southern subtropical and middle subtropical regions. It is primarily a natural ecosystem-type nature reserve dedicated to protecting forest ecosystems that exhibit transitional characteristics between southern subtropical monsoon evergreen broad-leaved…
Yingde National Forest Park is located within Yingde City, Guangdong Province, in the mountainous and hilly region of the southeastern branch of the Nanling Mountain Range. The area has an average annual temperature of 20.7°C and an average annual rainfall of 1,876 mm. The typical subtropical monsoon climate ensures mild weather and abundant rainfall year-round. The favorable climate conditions nurture vast...
Yingde was historically known as Yingzhou and "famous worldwide for its black tea production." Today, the Yingde tea-growing region has become the largest export-oriented tea production base in Guangdong Province, home to six major categories of tea and over forty high-quality tea cultivars, making it a renowned tea-producing area in China. In Maku, on the western outskirts of Yingde city, there is a national agricultural ministry-funded and Guangdong provincial agriculture-designated...
Baojing Palace International Tourism Resort is located in the southern suburbs of Yingde City, Guangdong Province, and is a national AAAA-level tourist attraction. The Wuhan-Guangzhou High-Speed Railway runs through the area; covering an area of 12 square kilometers, the resort features a serene and elegant environment with vast blue waters, lush forests, and bamboo groves. It combines lake flower fields, karst caves, mountainous rock formations, hot spring hotels, water parks, dinosaur worlds, …
The Yingxi Peak Forest Corridor is located around 60 kilometers southwest of Yingde city proper, spanning the towns of Jiulong, Mingjing, and Yanbei. This area boasts a dense distribution of over a thousand limestone peaks, making it the most concentrated peak forest corridor in Guangdong Province. Meandering streams flow through the region, while caves and ancient architecture add to its charm. When visiting the Yingxi Peak Forest Corridor, be sure to explore two major peak forests…
The temple pagoda is located on a flat area northeast of Hengjiang Town. It is named after the Penglai Temple (now in ruins) that once stood beside it. Since some bricks of the pagoda bear the raised characters "Sheli Fo" (Sariputra), it is also known as the "Relic Pagoda." Both the *Chronicles of Shaoguan Prefecture* and the *Annals of Yingde County* record that this pagoda was built during the Xiantong era of the Tang Dynasty and underwent renovation during the Song Dynasty. The structure is a five-story, hexagonal, pavilion-style brick chamber pagoda. It stands 15...
Covering an area of nearly 100 hectares, Lush Green Lake resembles a huge, gleaming jewel inlaid at the foot of Yanziyan Mountain. The lake’s surface shimmers with bright, enchanting waves. Majestic peaks stand guard around the lake, creating an even more imposing presence than Zhaoqing’s Seven Star Crater Lakes. A wooden Lucky Floating Bridge stretches across the lake from east to west, adorned on both sides with...
The Jinshan Ancestral Temple is located atop Jin (Tortoise) Mountain in Dawan Town, about 60 kilometers west of the city center. Jin (Tortoise) Mountain sits at the confluence of the Lianjiang and Boluo rivers, and from afar, it resembles a golden tortoise crossing the river—hence its name. Due to its beautiful scenery and being the only highland within a ten-mile radius, the ancestral temple was first built during the Ming Dynasty and has a history of over 400 years. The temple consists of...
Echo Valley is located in Huangpi Town, over 50 kilometers northeast of Yingde City. Surrounded by mountains on all sides, the valley is extremely quiet and stretches approximately 1.5 kilometers from west to east. When you shout loudly, you can hear four distinct echo zones in sequence — one call, one echo; one call, two echoes; one call, three echoes; and one call, multiple echoes — an exceptionally rare phenomenon. The hills within the valley also feature natural rock formations such as “Fairy Gazing at Her Reflection…”
According to the Yingde County Annals, the ancient Jinquan Temple is located on Jinzishan Mountain, eight li north of Yingde City, Guangdong Province. It earned its name because a stone spring flowed into the monks' kitchen. The ancient Jinquan Temple was first built during the Wanli era of the Ming Dynasty, boasting a history of over 400 years. Due to various historical reasons, the temple fell into disrepair. Now, with political stability, harmonious society, and national prosperity, and with the support of the government...
Cave Paradise – Tongtianyan, located at Shijiaotou Mountain, 3 kilometers southwest of downtown Yingde, is a large limestone karst cave. For over a thousand years, Cave Paradise has attracted visitors with its majestic and breathtaking landscapes, fantastical rock formations, and unique cultural charm. It is a rare and remarkable tourist destination in Yingde and even the entire Lingnan region.
Yingde Tea World is located in Yinghong Town and centers around tea culture as its tourism theme. Yingde, historically known as Yingzhou, is “world-renowned for its black tea production.” It is a famous tea-producing region in China. Situated at Makou in the western suburbs of Yingde City, the Yingde Tea Plant Variety Breeding Demonstration Farm — funded by a special allocation from the National Ministry of Agriculture and designated by the Guangdong Provincial Department of Agriculture as the province's high-aroma tea seedling breeding base — spans over a thousand acres. Surrounded by green hills and shaded by lush trees, the area enjoys fresh, moist air and is often veiled in mist, offering picturesque scenery. It has now been developed into a modern sightseeing tea plantation. Visitors can enjoy the experience of making tea by hand. The black tea produced here is world-famous for its heat-clearing and detoxifying properties, as well as its skin-nourishing benefits. "Yinghong No. 9" has even been used by the British Queen to entertain guests. Visitors can try their hand at the tea-making process themselves.