Dongyanggou Nature Reserve

　　    Dongyanggou Nature Reserve spans 30,760 hectares in total and was listed as a municipal-level nature reserve by the Guangyuan Municipal People’s Government in 2001. It was upgraded to a provincial-level nature reserve in 2003.

　　    The reserve features rugged and striking stone landscapes with numerous steep peaks—some soaring elegantly and others forming dramatic cliffs. Highlights include Qitou Cliff, which rises majestically toward the sky, Huangtuliang with its golden hues, Tianchishan formed by volcanic activity, and verdant Qingyashan. There are countless extraordinary peaks and massive rocks, such as the Men Guan Shi rock at Mohébà, which resembles a heavenly gate, the immense Lingjing Stone that looks like a pillar holding up the sea, and the Deng Ai statue formed by an earthquake. The area offers exceptional scenic and sightseeing value.

　　    The water features in the reserve are rich and diverse, with bodies of water in various unique forms. There are many waterfalls—some delicate, some grand—including those in Kenggou and Jiangjiagou, all renowned for their stunning scenery. Since ancient times, the area has been celebrated for its “rushing waterfalls competing in a noisy dance.” The reserve also boasts numerous rivers winding through deep and twisting valleys, where clear waves flow gently. Cool breezes drift through the canyons, creating a refreshing atmosphere. All year round, the landscape is covered with vibrant flowers and lush green grass, complemented by the rolling mountain ranges on both sides, forming a breathtaking natural scroll painting.

　　    This area was once part of the Sichuan-Shaanxi Revolutionary Base of the Chinese Workers’ and Peasants’ Red Army. The trenches from 1936, where the Fourth Front Army of the Red Army fought fiercely against the Nationalist Hu Zongnan forces, still remain. Temples such as Huanglasi, Guanyin Temple, and Erlang Temple preserve their classic ancient charm, while the uniquely styled traditional homes of northern Sichuan embody millennia of wisdom and offer distinctive appeal.

　　    Information source: CPC Qingchuan County Committee & Qingchuan County People’s Government