Shuangyan Ecotourism Area

　　A paradise of natural ecology — The Shuangyan Ecotourism Area is located in the eastern part of Min County. This scenic area spans five townships (towns): Mawu, Suolong, Lujing, Qinxu, and Sigou, as well as two state-owned forest farms: Mayan and Maye. It includes five sub-areas: the Shuangyan–Shajin Scenic Area, the Ketaigou Unique Rock Scenic Area, the Langdu Wetland Grassland Scenic Area, the Zhajiao Natural Scenic Area, and the Maye Warehouse Scenic Area. The total area covers 64,000 hectares.

　　The Shuangyan–Shajin Scenic Area is the core tourism zone of the Shuangyan Provincial Nature Reserve. Located in the townships of Suolong and Mawu, it is about 100 kilometers from Min County’s county seat, covering a total area of 360,000 mu. It encompasses six valleys: Shuangyan, Yingge, Yundong, Donggou, Nangou, and Liujia. The area is densely forested with continuous woodlands, uniquely shaped peaks, and abundant birdsong and floral scents. There are also unique rocks, babbling brooks, fish leaping, and butterflies fluttering. Especially notable is its distinctive climate and rich resources, which make it a haven for rare plants and animals. Eight species under national key protection, such as caterpillar fungus, grow here, along with 14 protected animal species including Lady Amherst’s pheasant and clouded leopards. Major attractions in the scenic area include South Valley Cascading Jade, the Mysterious Yundong Cave, Yingge Stone Peak, Shuangyan Secluded Stream, Swirling Colored Yan Water, Lion Drinking Pool, and the Solitary Beauty Peak.

　　The Lujing Ketaigou Unique Rock Scenic Area is over 80 kilometers west of Min County’s county seat. The area is covered with rocks of all sizes and shapes, each with its own unique posture. Highlights include formations like “Toad and Snake in Combat” and “Sea Lion Lying on the Ground.” Even more spectacular are the natural scenes where streams break through rocky barriers and gather into crystal-clear pools. The sound of flowing water and the sight of glistening brooks stir an irresistible urge to unwind and reconnect with nature.