Shigu Fragrant Stream

　　Shigu Gorge is located about 2.5 kilometers southeast of Bao’an, stretching over 10 kilometers in length with an area of 1,221.83 hectares. Major attractions include the Three Pools of Shigu, Wild Tea Hollow, Golden Rooster Rock, Shigu Peak, Millennium Torreya Tree, Wind-moving Rock, and Dragon King Temple. The undulating mountains and deep, rugged valleys are home to numerous springs that flow down the slopes and converge into streams. Water cascades as waterfalls, drops into pools, and gathers into lakes. At the mouth of Shigu Gorge lies Shigu Lake, its surface calm as a mirror, surrounded by serene bamboo groves and clear reflections. Deep within the gorge, the Three Pools of Shigu are tucked away among lush greenery, pure and graceful; the Qiu Long Stream rushes like an arrow, crashing against rocks with a sound like clashing swords and galloping horses. Waterfalls vary in form—some like strands of silk, others like beaded curtains or swimming dragons—twisting into zigzags. It’s like a grand scroll painting unfolding before visitors’ eyes.

　　Due to the influence of the terrain, the air is very humid, and heavy fog often forms in the early morning and evening. Especially during the rainy season, clouds and mist frequently shroud the landscape. Viewing the scenery through the fog or the mountains in the rain creates an extraordinarily magical and beautiful experience.

　　Beyond the Dragon King Temple inside Shigu Gorge, aside from local mountain dwellers, the area sees very few visitors and remains almost completely untouched. The Longjingkeng primeval secondary forest to the west of Shigu Gorge has remained unspoiled by human activity for centuries and is one of the largest such forests in Zhejiang. Towering ancient trees, countless vines, and old trunks thrive here, while birds and beasts roam freely—earning it the nickname “Zhejiang’s Xishuangbanna.”

　　Address: Bao’an Township, Jiangshan City, Quzhou, Zhejiang Province

　　Phone: 0570-4811274

　　Transportation: Driving route: Take the Huang-Qun-Nan section of the Beijing-Taipei Expressway and exit at Xiakou. Drive along National Highway 205 toward Bao’an for 15 minutes to reach Bao’an. Alternatively, depart from downtown Jiangshan, take Jianghe Highway and National Highway 205, then turn left at the Bao’an intersection (40 km from downtown) to arrive.

　　Opening hours: 8:00–17:00

　　Information source: Quzhou Municipal Tourism Bureau