Ma'anshan Masteel Basin Mountain

　　Introduction: The Masteel Basin Mountain Resort is a national 3A-level scenic area. Located in the Putang Scenic Area on the eastern outskirts of Ma'anshan City, Anhui Province, it is 14 kilometers from downtown Ma'anshan and 22 kilometers from Nanjing Lukou Airport, offering convenient transportation. Established in 1996, the resort covers a core area of 2,050 acres and is one of the larger leisure resorts in East China, integrating recreation, entertainment, dining, accommodation, and conferences. As an ancient saying goes: “First is destiny, second is fortune, and third is feng shui.” The terrain of mountains and rivers, as well as the changes in trees, soil, and rocks, can reflect the spiritual essence of the land. The resort is surrounded by east-west trending mountain ranges, with jagged peaks along the ridges. To the front lies Ximian Mountain, to the rear is Swan Peak, to the left is Twin Egret Creek, and to the right is Golden Rooster Ridge. On clear days, climbing to the top offers a panoramic view of the resort. The entire mountain is adorned with spring blossoms and autumn fruits, with deep valleys, flowing streams, and abundant wildlife. It is home to over 10 species of wild edible fungi, 100 plant species, and nearly 60 animal species. Among them, there are more than 10 species of egrets, which are praised by the international environmental community as the “birds that monitor air and water quality.” If one were to speak of feng shui treasures, the Basin Mountain Resort could be described as a basin that gathers treasures, a natural oxygen bar shaded by lush, thriving trees. The resort is rich in natural beauty — the internationally renowned Chinese film "The Corner Forgotten by Love," both the novel and its filming, gained nationwide popularity in China during the early 1980s and were produced here. There are also beautiful local legends, such as five golden-robed chickens roaming Golden Rooster Ridge, and the light of a lamp fueled by 88 oil jars still burning within Swan Peak, adding an air of mystery to this already culturally rich resort.

　　 If “returning to nature and leisure vacationing” is the development philosophy and functional positioning of the resort, then actively responding to the development and construction of Ma'anshan’s Putang Scenic Area, and vigorously enhancing environmental construction and leisure functions, are timely initiatives. The “core area” concentrates the essence of the resort’s natural landscapes and tourism resources: “Lying in the official residence, listening to the rustling bamboo” — rows of red-tiled, white-walled courtyard-style suites, and farm-style dishes cooked by nationally renowned chefs, all reflect the main character and features of the resort.

　　 Anhui Ma'anshan