Quzhou Yaowang Mountain

　　 The Yaowang Mountain Scenic Area, a national 4A-level attraction, is situated in the Ziwu Mountain National Forest Park and forms part of the Lanke Mountain–Wuxi River Provincial Scenic Area. It is also a provincial eco-tourism destination, covering an area of 15 square kilometers with a forest coverage rate of over 95%. Legend has it that Yan Emperor Shennong, regarded as China’s first medicine deity, once tasted hundreds of herbs, washed and pounded medicinal plants, and refined elixirs here to save the people. Sun Simiao, another famous medicine sage, is said to have lived in seclusion on the mountain, hence the name Yaowang Mountain (Medicine King Mountain). The scenic area is divided into three main zones: Shennong Valley, Mawei Waterfall, and Stone Forest Collection. Key attractions include: Ancient Trees, Yixian Bridge, Shenmu Plank Walk, Shennong Valley, Sanzu Peak, Shimen Locking the Flood Dragon, Shennong Waterfall, Shiwen Pavilion, Tianmen Bridge, Herb Garden, Zhongli’s Retreat, Medicinal Cuisine Restaurant, Huisheng Bridge, Bulao Bridge, Jishi Bridge, Qianjin Bridge, Wuxing Bridge, Sijunzi Bridge, Jiuhu Bridge, Yaowang Residence, Bagua Spring, Zhimu Bridge, Wild Monkey Flat, Tian Sun’s Brocade Washing Spot, Imperial Flower Bonsai, Wanying Corridor Bridge, Mawei Waterfall, Ganlu Pavilion, Eight Immortals Corridor, Immortal’s Hidden Grotto, Immortal’s Path, Altar, Sanmiao Pavilion, Jinbuhuan Bridge, Jiuxian Tower, and Lily Bridge. The various scenic spots are intricately distributed throughout the area, featuring competing peaks, lush bamboo and woods, birdsong and fragrant flowers—fully showcasing the natural traits of grandeur, wonder, danger, spirituality, beauty, elegance, and serenity. The geological formations in the area date back to the late Jurassic or early Cretaceous period, approximately 100 to 150 million years ago. The region geologically belongs to the "Judragon Summit Volcanic Eruption Center" and consists of volcaniclastic rocks, granite, and gneiss, all part of the Yanshanian volcanic rock formations. The area features crisscrossing ravines and valleys in classic “V” shapes. Its landforms, similar to those of Huangshan and Sanqingshan mountains, belong to igneous peak landscapes and partial danxia landforms, presenting a spectacular scene of peaks densely gathered in deep valleys.

　　 The Yaowang Mountain Scenic Area enjoys exceptional natural ecological preservation, with vegetation coverage exceeding 95%, earning it titles such as the “Green Lung of Western Zhejiang” and a “Natural Oxygen Bar.” Its unique geographical location and climatic conditions nurture abundant flora and fauna. It is one of the largest repositories of wildlife and plant resources in western Zhejiang, home to about a thousand plant species, including rare ones such as manglietia fordiana, yew, and pindrow fir. There are also over 500 kinds of precious medicinal herbs, including Paris polyphylla, selaginella tamariscina, clematis armandii, coptis chinensis, pinellia ternata, salvia miltiorrhiza, and lonicera japonica—truly a “paradise for cultivating herbs,” which is why it has been known through the ages as Yaowang Mountain. The area hosts 12 species of nationally protected mammals (both Class I and II), including tigers, leopards, black muntjacs, macaques, small Indian civets, serows, goats, tufted deer, and pangolins. Notably, hundreds of monkeys live in the area, along with wild boars, foxes, squirrels, and sika deer. There are also 2 species of rare birds, and more than 20 species of ornamental birds such as mandarin ducks, mountain sparrows, Chinese bulbuls, and orioles. Four types of amphibians, over 20 species of fish, and a rich variety of wildlife make it a paradise for animals to thrive.

　　Ticket: 48 RMB

　　Inquiry Hotline: 0570-2947370.

　　Address: Huangtankou Township, Qujiang District

　　Contact Numbers: 3680173 2947370

　　Public Transport: Take Bus No. 1 from the city center to Juhua, then transfer to the dedicated Yaowang Mountain shuttle bus directly to the site. Alternatively, take Bus No. 1 to Juhua and then transfer to Bus No. 545 to Yaowang Mountain.