The Splendid View of Yumeng

　　        Yumengchong is a valley surrounded by mountains. A clear stream formed by the convergence of Hulu River and Sancha River meanders over ten kilometers along the winding mountain terrain, flowing out from deep within the valley to the mouth of the gorge. Inside, one can see emerald cliffs and murmuring green waters, creating a stunningly beautiful landscape. Even more enchanting are the uniquely shaped rocks that form a poetic and picturesque corridor.

　　        Not far from the mouth of the valley stands a protruding rock that resembles a mother monkey holding her baby — the resemblance is remarkably lifelike. Further ahead, on a steep cliff, there is a pile of rocks stacked like books known as the “Nine Heavenly Books Stone.” Legend has it that the Jade Emperor, in an attempt to help a woodcutter from ancient Mengzhou ascend to immortality, gifted him these heavenly scriptures. However, the woodcutter was unmoved by the idea of becoming immortal and never opened the books. Over time, the books turned into stone. Beside the heavenly books lies a red rock that strikingly resembles a toad, seemingly engrossed in secretly reading the books — hence the name “The Toad Reading the Heavenly Books.” A few dozen steps further leads to Yumeng Clear Pool, where giant rocks extending from the cliff face bear several hoof prints. Legend says they were made by a “heavenly horse chasing a smaller horse, which fled all the way to the pool.” Beyond the pool, deeper into the valley, you’ll find massive rocks resembling a temple bell, a goat, and an ant, as well as a group of peaks that look like the Goddess of Mercy with a child. It’s said that the clear pool was a heavenly pond often used by the Seven Fairies for bathing. The serene and profound natural beauty of Yumeng is truly breathtaking.