Jiulong Mountain

　　On the eastern side of the central section of the Luoxiao Mountains lies a vast, densely forested mountain stretching over 30 kilometers. With overlapping peaks, towering ancient trees, steep cliffs and deep valleys, winding streams, and misty clouds with birds chirping... The lush primeval forest exudes an air of mystery and enchantment.

　　This magnificent mountain is the little-known Jiulong Mountain.

　　Jiulong Mountain is located in the southeastern part of Sanwan Township, Yongxin County. It was once the second military base during the revolutionary struggle period of Jinggangshan and played a crucial role in the Jinggangshan military and civilian resistance against the “encirclement and suppression” campaigns. In January 1929, after the main forces of the Fourth Red Army and Fifth Red Army advanced successively toward southern Jiangxi, the military base of Jinggangshan was occupied by enemy forces. In early February, the enemy launched an attack on the military base of Jiulong Mountain with four regiments. Local armed forces from Yongxin, Ninggang, and Chaling fought fiercely against the enemy for three days and nights relying on the rugged terrain. To preserve their strength, they eventually withdrew entirely, thus ensuring that “the armed forces were still preserved and most of the Party organizations remained intact.”

　　Jiulong Mountain not only boasts a glorious revolutionary history but also features breathtakingly picturesque scenery. Over 5,000 meters of forest-covered mountain cliffs are home to multiple waterfall clusters and deep pools such as those at Heshuping and Xiajiulong.

　　A stone path, tucked among swaying green shades, appears and disappears along the mountain trail. Suddenly, one hears a deafening roar echoing from deep within the path — a majestic waterfall comes into view, with its flying crystal-like droplets, light blue mists, emerald-green pools, and dappled tree shadows forming a Chinese painting that one could gaze at endlessly. Witnessing this scene, poetic lines such as “It seems as if the Silver River has fallen from the ninth heaven” and “Large and small pearls plunking on a jade plate” naturally come to mind. Layer upon layer; droplets linked together — viewing the waterfall evokes the sensation of watching drifting clouds. This is one of the waterfall landscapes at Heshuping. The waterfalls at Xiajiulong and other spots are carved into various shapes by rocks and shrubs: some resemble fairies dancing gracefully; some look like white snakes winding and turning; others appear like giant whips lashed from the sky, splashing into the deep pools with crisp echoes; still others are like strings of glistening pearls embedded amid gaps of green trees and blooming flowers... The unfathomably deep pools reflect the graceful silhouettes of ancient trees. Sunlight sprinkles across the water surface, resembling dancing golden snakes or heavenly maidens scattering blossoms.

　　Occasionally, agile fish can be seen leaping swiftly out of the water, tracing a perfect arc before plunging back in and vanishing in the blink of an eye. Moments later, clever heads pop out from between the swaying aquatic plants, as if playing hide-and-seek with visitors.

　　Besides its waterfalls, Jiulong Mountain also features natural landscapes such as ancient camphor trees, ginkgo trees, and wild orchid communities. Strolling through this area, one finds verdant lawns shaded by ancient trees, various species of wild orchids scattered in all directions, with bees and butterflies fluttering about and fragrant blossoms wafting through the air. Venturing deeper into the dense woods, one may also spot animals such as sambar deer, stump-tailed macaques, and wild rabbits. To effectively protect these precious flora and fauna resources, Yongxin County is actively working to properly plan and promote the primeval forests around Jiulong Mountain, applying for national forest park status.