Lingtong Mountain

　　Towering boulders prop up the sky above, while deep valleys cradle crystal-clear springs below — its steep, majestic scenery is truly rare. Lingtong Mountain, hailed as “the No. 1 Mountain in Southern Fujian,” was shortlisted for the National Geoparks Qualification List in 2011 and was included in the Eighth Batch of National Scenic Spots in 2012. According to expert research, the terrain of Lingtong Mountain was formed 113 million years ago through terrestrial sedimentation and multiple volcanic eruptions, resulting in a deeply dissected mid-mountain landform. It is a tourist destination that combines sightseeing, religious pilgrimage, mountain climbing, and summer retreats.

　　It is located in the southwest of Pinghe County, Zhangzhou City, Fujian Province — China’s Citrus Capital. The main attractions are in Daxi Town, about 56 kilometers from Pinghe County and 116 kilometers from downtown Zhangzhou. The scenic area spans a total of 36.36 square kilometers, with an average altitude of 500–600 meters and a main peak, Qingtian Peak, reaching 1,281.4 meters. It stands opposite Zhangzhou’s highest peak — Daqin Mountain (1,552 meters). The area is characterized by four main features: perilous peaks, peculiar rocks, clear springs, and drifting clouds. Seven major peaks all soar into the sky, while its lion-shaped, Manjushri-shaped, eagle-beak-shaped, arhat-shaped, python-shaped, and elephant-wall-shaped rock formations appear as if carved by knife, chisel, or inlaid with artistry, displaying nature’s miraculous craftsmanship and lifelike detail. Especially notable are the world’s “No. 1 Natural Giant Buddha Head” at 321 meters and the “Thousand-Meter Waterfall of Beaded Curtains and Drizzling Rain,” which create the area’s unique landscape.