Snow Peak Lake Geopark

　　    Located in the central section of the Xuefeng Mountain Range, Snow Peak Lake Geopark covers an area of 68,378 square kilometers, spanning 10 townships in Anhua County. The famous Zhexi Reservoir lies at the heart of the park. With picturesque landscapes of verdant mountains and clear waters, the park has been developed into four major scenic tourism areas, including the Zhexi Scenic Area, Zhexi Provincial Forest Park, Malu Scenic Area, and Liubuxi Nature Reserve, as reviewed and approved by relevant provincial and municipal authorities.

　　    The geopark boasts a forest coverage rate of 85%, shelters 39 plant species under national key protection, and is home to the rare “golden-inlaid jade bamboo,” which spans an area of one square kilometer within the park. The exposed strata in the park are complete, ranging from the Mesoproterozoic to the Cenozoic eras, with the Sinian Nantuo Group glacial conglomerate mudstone distributed throughout the region. It is a geopark characterized by blue skies, clear waters, emerald peaks, unique caves, and secluded rocks, rooted in the “Meishan Culture,” and distinguished by its ancient, serene, mysterious, extraordinary, elegant, and majestic features. It serves as a comprehensive destination integrating nature conservation, sightseeing, scientific research, science education, vacationing, health retreats, and cultural entertainment.

　　    According to the development and construction plan of Snow Peak Lake Geopark, the construction period spans 20 years (with 2002–2007 as the near-term phase, 2008–2012 as the mid-term, and 2013–2022 as the long-term), requiring a total investment of 978 million yuan. From 2004 to 2007, an investment of 250.12 million yuan was planned to complete the first phase of infrastructure and ecological protection projects.