Laohan Mountain, Laibin

　　Laohan Mountain is located in the western part of Laibin County, situated between the Jinxiu River and the Pingdao River, about 10 kilometers from the county town. The mountain stands at an elevation of 1,335 meters and covers an area of approximately 10 square kilometers. It features a cluster of peaks shrouded in clouds and mist. From afar, the mountain summits appear to float above the sea of clouds, exuding grandeur. Up close, grotesque rocks jut out from the sky, shaped as if by the hands of gods — resembling a tiger descending a mountain or a stampede of wild horses. Towering pines grow on the peaks, creating a striking contrast in size and height. The welcoming pines are particularly beautiful in shape and spread from east to west across the mountainside. Vast stretches of pine forests roar and surge, presenting a magnificent spectacle. From the mountaintop to the foothills of the Laohan Mountain Scenic Area, azaleas are everywhere, accompanied by murmuring streams and the chirping of birds and insects, together forming a grand symphony. Looking northward, you’ll see terraced fields layer upon layer, waterwheels spinning, and the smoke rising from the Yao ethnic villages nestled in the high mountains. Songs and the sounds of drums and gongs fill the air — what a captivating view of the highland Yao villages, enchanting and mesmerizing, making visitors linger and never want to leave.

　　Laohan Mountain is a beautiful peak in the Dayaoshan (Greater Yao Mountains), situated in the central-eastern part of Guangxi, within Jinxiu Yao Autonomous County. The Dayaoshan is characterized by its unique Danxia-like landforms, which give rise to steep, uniquely shaped red cliffs, sharp ridges, crystal-clear blue waters meandering through, and lush green forests. The Dayaoshan boasts a rich variety of tourism resources and landscapes, making it an ideal destination for sightseeing and summer retreats. It is gradually becoming a folk tourism hotspot known for its “mountain” features. Major attractions in the Dayaoshan Scenic Area include “Lotus Mountain,” “Shengtang Mountain Scenic Area,” “Laoshan Primitive Forest Scenic Area,” “Tiantang Mountain Scenic Area,” Xiangcao Lake, and the “Folk Village.”