Fuaotang Scenic Area

　　Fuaotang Scenic Area is the central part of the Sanbai Mountain area, covering a total area of 15.01 square kilometers. Major attractions include the Triple-Tiered Jade Pool, Zhiyin Spring, Fuaotang, and Heavenly Seal Peculiar Pine, among others. These sites feature over 40 scenic spots.

　　1. Fuaotang: Located on the southern edge of the core area, it is a small mountain basin at an altitude of 960 meters, covering an area of 0.2 square kilometers. Far from any villages and surrounded by verdant mountains, it resembles a paradise on earth. It serves as the junction between the River Valley Scenic Area and the Cliff Ridge Scenic Area, making it an ideal spot for establishing a tourist service center and a forest sanatorium.

　　2. Zhiyin Spring: Ascending from the Nine-Bend Eighteen-Rapids section and passing Leopard Pool, you will reach Zhiyin Spring, located about 2.5 kilometers downstream from the Fuaotang Waterfall, covering an area of 2.32 square kilometers. In the dense forest and deep valley stands a massive, emerald-green stone screen. On either side of the screen are waterfalls. The northern waterfall has a drop of over 10 meters with three cascades and bends. The southern waterfall has five tiers and drops over a hundred meters. The two waterfalls of different heights and sizes converge into a deep pool in front of the stone screen. The pool water is crystal clear, with steep cliffs, thick groves, and hanging vines around the edges. As you approach the pool, you can hear the roaring of the dual waterfalls, like a stampede of horses, deafening and majestic.

　　3. Golden Turtle Drinking Spring: Located about 2.5 kilometers downstream from Fuaotang, where it meets Changkeng. On the riverbank are three giant rocks shaped like divine turtles, floating on the water’s surface as if chasing and playing with one another—vividly lifelike.

　　4. Dragon Pool: Located 4 kilometers downstream from Fuaotang, there is a round, deep pool with a broad water surface. The water is clear to the bottom and shimmering. The pool is surrounded by steep cliffs and features a unique terrain. Being here feels like stepping into a fairyland.

　　5. The First Waterfall of the Dongjiang River: The First Waterfall of the Dongjiang River is located 0.5 kilometers north of Fuaotang in the Sanbai Mountain Scenic Area. With a drop of nearly 100 meters, the waterfall is majestic and serves as the iconic landscape of the Sanbai Mountain Scenic Area at the source of the Dongjiang River. Towering cliffs flank the waterfall, with ancient trees reaching to the sky. About 50 meters to the right of the waterfall is a giant rock that forms a natural viewing platform for the falls, which can accommodate dozens of people. The edges of the rock platform are lined with peculiar trees that grow like natural railings, allowing visitors to lean over and admire the waterfall. The view in front of the waterfall is open, with distant green mountains overlapping and stretching endlessly, offering a refreshing and inspiring sight. Compared to the Three-Step Waterfall of Mount Lu, it has even more charm.

　　6. Heavenly Seal Peculiar Pine: This attraction is located on the cliff ridge east of Fuaotang, covering an area of 2.75 square kilometers. At altitudes between 500 and 1169 meters, it has a forest coverage rate of over 99%. The bare rocks on the mountaintop form a natural platform, upon which four square stone pillars of varying heights and sizes stand, resembling seals—hence the name "Heavenly Seal." Next to them, a pine tree stubbornly grows out from a crevice in the rock, full of vitality—known as the "Peculiar Pine." Standing on the stone platform, you can enjoy a wide-open view of the surrounding mountain scenery.

　　7. Sanbai Mountain: Sanbai Mountain consists of over 300 peaks, with undulating ridges, overlapping mountains, and majestic yet beautiful landscapes. The main peak reaches an altitude of 1169 meters, while the lowest point is at 320 meters, with an elevation difference of over 800 meters. There are no permanent settlements within tens of square kilometers, preserving a primitive and wild mountain scene. The natural environment is rustic, serene, and tranquil. From a high vantage point, you can see endless layers of green mountains and vast forests, a breathtaking sight.

　　8. Sword Tip Peak: Located 4 kilometers east of Fuaotang, this peak stands at an altitude of 1064 meters. About 200 meters up from its base, the peak resembles a long sword piercing the blue sky. Sword Tip Peak features steep cliffs and a perilous terrain. From the summit, you can enjoy spectacular views of sunrise and sunset.