Tianji Longmen

　　The Tianji Longmen Scenic Area, a national 4A-level attraction and provincial eco-tourism zone, is situated in Xiacheng Village, Huangtankou Township, Qujiang District, about 37 kilometers from the city center. It is part of the Ziwu Mountain National Forest Park and the Lanke Mountain–Wuxi River Provincial Scenic Area, offering a resort destination that combines landscape sightseeing and leisure vacation. The area features a collection of spectacular peaks, unusual rocks, springs, waterfalls, and clouds, creating a landscape characterized by danger, grandeur, uniqueness, beauty, and serenity. Major attractions include: Dragon-Phoenix Archway, ??Lianyao (untranslatable), ??Jiulong (untranslatable), Pingtan (untranslatable), Xuan (untranslatable), Chen (untranslatable), Zhuoyan (untranslatable), Pingya (untranslatable), Chen (untranslatable), Sanpanshan (untranslatable), Zhuoyan (untranslatable), ??Xianya (untranslatable), Sanpanshan (untranslatable), Danbianqiao (untranslatable), Shangkoubao (untranslatable), Yihuijiao (untranslatable), Shiwanyanxun (untranslatable), Huihuanshi (untranslatable), Jiulangtan (untranslatable), Yufengya (untranslatable), Yaoweng (untranslatable), ??Qiaoshan (untranslatable), Shanshengya (untranslatable), Huixianya (untranslatable), and Qifengya (untranslatable). The area is deeply forested, with canopy density exceeding 98%. The waters are clear, the air fresh, and the climate mild and moist, with an average annual temperature of 15.8°C. The unique high-mountain, deep-valley geography and climate have nurtured rich flora and fauna resources. The scenic area is home to over a thousand plant species, including first-class nationally protected trees such as yew and fragrant fruit trees. In particular, the second-class nationally protected tree species Pseudotaxus chienii covers a contiguous area of more than 4,000 mu (approximately 267 hectares), the largest in China. The forests also host over a hundred species of rare birds and animals, such as leopards, lovebirds, serows, tufted deer, and pangolins.

　　Ziwu Mountain has long been known as the "No. 1 Dragon Mountain under Heaven" and can be regarded as a sister mountain to Huangshan and Sanqing Mountain. In Chinese folklore, it is said that the dragon had nine sons, each with distinct personalities and preferences, blessed by different landscapes and spirits. Legend has it that Tianji Longmen is where the nine sons of the dragon reside. Throughout the scenic area, traces of dragons are abundant—there's the Dragon Palace, Dragon Bridge, Dragon Pavilion, Dragon Gate, as well as wonders like Dragon Saliva Hot Spring, Dragon Pool Waterfall, and Flying Dragon in the Sky, making it a comprehensive showcase of "dragon culture." Even more miraculously, legend says that a carp once leapt over the Dragon Gate here and transformed into a dragon, but, enchanted by the breathtaking scenery, refused to ascend to heaven. After being enlightened by a holy monk from India, it transformed into a majestic, winding mountain trail that coils through the lofty peaks. This trail stretches 1,800 meters, linking many of the area’s most essential attractions into one scenic line. Standing atop it, visitors are treated to limitless, awe-inspiring views.

　　Address: Huangtankou Township, Qujiang District

　　Contact number: 2801108

　　Public transport: Shuttle buses from Nanhu Square (near the beginning of Hudao Road) go directly to the site.