Baijia Mountain

　　    Baijia Mountain is an extension of the Huangshan Mountain Range, with its main peak rising 999 meters above sea level. It is located in Xuancheng District, approximately 20 kilometers from the city center, and covers a scenic area of 80 square kilometers. The *Ciyuan* (a renowned Chinese dictionary) describes it as having “deep valleys, winding peaks and rocks, and beautiful landscapes that rank first in the south of the Yangtze River.”

　　    The area boasts breathtaking natural scenery—majestic mountains, serene valleys, dense forests, rare wildlife, picturesque rivers, vast grasslands, azure lakes, and lush fields. Each season brings its own charm, making every corner a sight to behold. Attractions such as Baijia Jade Pool, Bell and Drum Pools, Chessboard Rock, rafting on the Shuiyang River, and horseback riding on the Southern Anhui Grassland have long been favorite destinations for those seeking natural wonders. Together, they form a paradise on earth, a veritable utopia.

　　    This region also has a profound historical and cultural heritage. Mei Yaochen, a leading poet of the Northern Song Dynasty; Mei Wending, one of the world’s three most famous mathematicians in the 17th century; and Mei Qing, the founder of the Xin’an School of Painting—all three renowned figures surnamed Mei—came from the same family that resided here for generations, exerting far-reaching influence both at home and abroad.