Yinshan Park

Yinshan Park is situated in the Shajiaodong Nature Reserve in the northeast of the county, spanning a total area of 1,620.8 hectares, with a standing timber volume of 17,795 cubic meters. It is primarily composed of pristine secondary forest, with a canopy density exceeding 0.95. The park is home to over 30 rare and endangered tree species under national protection, including Cathaya argyrophylla (silver fir), Taxus chinensis var. mairei (southern yew), Toona sinensis var. pubescens (hairy red toon), Cathaya argyrophylla var. longibracteata (long-bracted yew), and Ginkgo biloba (ginkgo). Additionally, it hosts more than 200 species of wild animals, among which are 11 rare species such as the masked palm civet, blue sheep, pangolin, Chinese giant salamander, and crested serpent eagle.
At the mountaintop, 58 ancient Cathaya argyrophylla trees—referred to as “living fossil plants”—grow intertwined with numerous long-bracted yews. These trees are gnarled yet upright, with lush and swaying foliage, a rare sight even on a global scale. To the south, a silver cascade rushes down violently, scattering blossoms and jade-like droplets with majestic momentum. To the north, steep cliffs stretch continuously, rugged and imposing, creating a grand and awe-inspiring scene. The area holds high scientific value for research in climatology and geology.
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