Phoenix Ridge Ecological Park

　　Heading west from the Matoujian Township Government, you’ll find Phoenix Ridge Ecological Park in Matoujian Town, Long’an District. Spanning over 1,200 acres, it derives its name from its phoenix-like terrain, as well as a thousand-year-old phoenix cypress, phoenix stone, and a century-old ancient temple. The area features a hilly landscape that is an extension of the Taihang Mountains, sitting at an elevation of 218 meters. It enjoys distinct seasons and a mild climate, with an average annual temperature of 12.8°C.

　　Phoenix Ridge Ecological Park boasts beautiful scenery and exceptional natural and cultural landscapes. With a combination of century-old temples, thousand-year-old cypresses, picturesque mountains and waters, and fragrant flowers and fruits, 90% forest coverage, and hundreds of acres of water bodies surrounding the ridge, it has been designated as a municipal forest park by the Anyang Forestry Bureau. After years of dedicated efforts, the ecological environment of Phoenix Ridge has been completely revitalized. Through years of resource integration and development, it has gradually evolved into a suburban eco-leisure park that integrates forest ecotourism, recreational sightseeing, rustic farmstay accommodation, seasonal fruit picking, and orchard & vegetable garden farming.

　　On weekends and holidays, bring your family or invite one or two friends. In early spring, explore plum blossoms and enjoy spring outings, breathing in the scent of new life; in midsummer, savor apricots and admire lotuses, experiencing that unique coolness; in golden autumn, appreciate osmanthus and search for red leaves, satisfying your taste buds; in deep winter, trek through grass and ski, finding strength in the pristine wilderness. With breathtaking views all around, sit down to enjoy tea or a drink, allowing your mind to find peace and your body to feel light and agile. A harmonious ecological landscape between humans and nature, returning to the countryside and enjoying an unparalleled sense of leisure — this is the best reward Phoenix Ridge offers.

　　Phoenix Ridge Ecological Park is the only near-pristine ecological park in the suburbs of Anyang, located just 15 kilometers from the city center. The park is adjacent to Baohe Highway and Provincial Road 310, with bus routes 40 and 42 passing through, making transportation convenient. It’s perfect for suburban city trips and weekend self-driving tours.