Zhanshan Grand Canyon Scenic Area

　　Zhanshan Grand Canyon, also known as the Valley of the Great Man, is located in the Dazhang Mountain range east of Jixi County in southern Anhui. In ancient times, the Yellow Emperor, along with Rongchengzi and Fuxiu Gong, came here to gather herbs and refine elixirs. Today, remnants such as the Emperor’s Tomb and the Prime Minister’s Grave can still be found in the mountains. As a result, Dazhang Mountain was historically known as the Land of the Three Sovereigns, the Mountain of the Three Kings, and Zhangfeng. During the Spring and Autumn period, it served as the boundary between the Wu and Yue states. In the Qin Dynasty, the Zhang Commandery was established, named after the mountain.

　　The grand canyon scenic area is the southern gateway to the national nature reserve—Qingliang Peak. It boasts an exceptionally pristine ecosystem and serves as a natural oxygen bar. The area is home to 43 species of nationally precious flora and 13 species of protected wildlife. The site features over 50 attractions, including Hundred-Zhang Rock, Gourd Pool, the “Emperor’s Divine Statue,” Dragon View Pool, Heaven’s Gate Split Open, Dragon Gate Spring, Floral Crown on the Summit, Virgin Mary Waterfall, Emperor’s Tomb, Alchemy Workshop, and Divine Turtle Top Stone.

　　Hundred-Zhang Rock stands 460 meters tall, 180 meters wide, and is a freestanding monolith with an 85-degree vertical face. Its surface is smooth as a mirror, resembling an enormous bell lying on the ground, towering into the clouds. After rain, its luster becomes strikingly vivid, and Buddha’s halo occasionally appears—a truly unique spectacle.

　　Admission: 48 RMB + 2 RMB for insurance.

　　Transportation

　　The scenic area is 22 kilometers from Jixi County. Buses to Zhanshan depart from the county town, with tickets priced at 6.5 RMB.