Baiyun Scenic Area

　　   The natural landscape of Baiyun Scenic Area is characterized by towering and elegant peaks, majestic and steep rock formations, serene valleys, mysterious caves, as well as cascading waterfalls and clear springs. The entire scenic zone features undulating mountain ridges, steep cliffs, and a ring of peaks standing tall—thousands of mountains forming a vast screen. Baiyun Mountain, the highest peak in the scenic area, stands at an elevation of 633.2 meters, towering above the surrounding peaks and commanding a view of the landscape. On rainy days, the peaks are shrouded in drifting clouds; on clear days, white clouds linger around. From the summit, one can seemingly pluck stars and the moon, while looking down to see the surrounding peaks paying homage—it truly offers the feeling of "overlooking all other mountains as small."

　　   Shicheng Mountain in Baiyun Scenic Area is rugged with grotesque rocks, standing tall and precipitous, with steep cliffs forming a natural barrier along the eastern side of the scenic zone. Together with Jinsheng Mountain, Huangguang Mountain, and others, it encircles the Baiyun Scenic Area. At the foot of the mountain lies a series of overlapping green hills, lush and vibrant, scattered with uniquely shaped rock formations such as the Stone Turtle, General Rock, Clam Rock, Horse-Mounting Stone, and Immortal’s Footprint—all vividly lifelike as if crafted by supernatural forces, leaving visitors in awe of nature’s transformations, might, majesty, and beauty.

　　   The scenic area not only boasts majestic mountains and numerous caves, but also includes diverse cave formations such as Misai Cave, Xiaoyao Cave, Shuilián Cave, and Yanqiao Cave, each with distinctive shapes and varied features. Xiaoyao Cave, according to legend, causes anyone who enters to feel sleepy within just five minutes—truly a place of carefree leisure—hence its name.

　　   Baiyun Scenic Area not only has mountains and caves, but also waterfalls and streams. With its gentle and tender waters, grand mountain forms, steep peaks, and mysterious caves, the area provides visitors with a sense of majesty, resilience, and openness, while also allowing them to appreciate the charm of crystal-clear springs and murmuring brooks. Additionally, it is rich in historical and cultural heritage, featuring ancient dwellings, temples, as well as beautiful legends and folk tales.

　　   The Gexian Palace was built by local villagers to show gratitude for the protection of Ge Hong. Ge Hong (281–361 AD), a renowned alchemist of the Eastern Jin Dynasty and one of the founders of Taoism, expanded medical knowledge through alchemical practices. He authored the famous “Baopuzi,” both its Inner and Outer Chapters, making great contributions to China’s medical field.

　　   Baiyun Scenic Area has a long history and abundant landscapes, with fascinating historical depth. In today’s era of increasingly thriving tourism, this brilliant pearl of Baiyun Scenic Area will shine even more brilliantly.