Sandie Pond Scenic Area

　　The Sandie Pond Scenic Area is located near the source of a small river, 6 kilometers northeast of Fu’aotang, covering an area of 4.76 square kilometers. The mountain terrain is mainly composed of granite and slate, with particularly intense erosion and cutting, resulting in significant drops in the streams. In the deep mountain valleys, there are three consecutive waterfalls, each with its own unique features. Below each of the three waterfalls lies a nearly circular deep pond. The ponds are surrounded by wide open spaces, with flat and tidy stone beds along the edges, arranged in an orderly fashion. The cliffs on both sides are as steep as walls, with green mountains piercing the clouds and ancient trees towering above. Being here gives one the feeling of being completely cut off from the mundane world,

　　as if in a fairyland. Major scenic spots include Wangtian Waterfall, Qingyin Spring, Immortal Admiring Mirror, Golden Toad Gazing at the Moon, Jade Rabbit Longing for the Mortal World, and Divine Snail Attending the Gathering.

　　1. Wangtian Waterfall: Located 4 kilometers northeast of Fu’aotang. In the deep mountain valley, the waterfall cascades down. Standing by the edge of the waterfall pool and looking up, the waterfall resembles colorful silk ribbons drifting from the horizon, truly spectacular. Hence the name “Wangtian Waterfall” (Waterfall Gazing at the Sky).

　　2. Immortal Admiring Mirror: Located 5 kilometers northeast of Fu’aotang. On the right side of a huge deep pond, there is a rock formation shaped like an immortal elder. Facing the mirror-like surface of the pond, he appears to be grooming himself, with a serene expression.

　　3. Golden Toad Gazing at the Moon: Located 6 kilometers northeast of Fu’aotang, this giant rock shaped like a toad is looking up at the sky, as if longing to ascend to the moon palace. Hence the name “Golden Toad Gazing at the Moon.”

　　4. Jade Rabbit Longing for the Mortal World: Located on the riverbank 3 kilometers northeast of Fu’aotang. A giant rock shaped like a jade rabbit stands still, appearing to be lost in thought and reluctant to leave. It is called “Jade Rabbit Longing for the Mortal World.”