Wanjia Tourist Scenic Area

　　　Drive north from Wangcang County for about an hour, passing through towns such as Donghe, Gaoyang, Shuanghui, Guohua, and Yanhe, and you’ll arrive at Wanjia Tourist Scenic Area. Along the way, you’ll see attractions such as the Sleeping Giant Buddha, Tianmen Bridge, Guanyun Cave, Longtanzi, Hekou Waterfall, and underground rivers. The abundance of scenic spots and the breathtaking beauty of the landscape leave a deep impression, immersing you in the area’s natural splendor. Let’s explore the beauty of this place together.

　　There’s no end to the stunning scenery. It’s no exaggeration to say that Wanjia Tourist Scenic Area is full of attractions. Along the 30-li canyon corridor, you can admire natural wonders such as the Sleeping Giant Buddha, Xue’er Rock, Crown Hat, Longtanzi, Double Nostrils, Hekou Waterfall, Ceiling Rock, Peacock Display, Towering Pine on Pine Top, Pointed Mountain Stone Bamboo Shoot, Maxian Beach, and over 20 caves and underground rivers. These attractions are densely clustered, making them extremely convenient to visit and a great destination for travelers. Each spot has its own unique and spectacular features. All the attractions in Wanjia Tourist Scenic Area are naturally formed, with no trace of artificial carving. Observing these sights, one can’t help but marvel at nature’s incredible craftsmanship: the Sleeping Giant Buddha resembles the head of the great leader Mao Zedong; Tianmen Bridge looks so much like an arched bridge that you’d think it was man-made if not for the vines covering it; Longtanzi features interconnected pools with water flowing at varying speeds, creating a fairy-tale-like atmosphere that captivates visitors; Hekou Waterfall cascades like a vast white silk ribbon hanging between steep cliffs, majestic and awe-inspiring...

　　Rich natural resources create another beautiful sight. As you walk through the scenic area, you’ll find lush vegetation and the constant chirping of birds. Birds occasionally fly overhead, and wild rabbits dart away, making you feel as though you’re in a primeval forest. It’s reported that the forest coverage here reaches 70%, with a timber stock of 400,000 cubic meters. The area is abundant in economic forest resources such as walnuts, chestnuts, eucommia, auricularia wood, metasequoia, mulberry for silkworms, persimmons, peaches, and plums. Over 1,000 types of medicinal herbs grow here, including more than 10 precious varieties such as gastrodia and turmeric. There are also over 180 species of wild animals, including rare ones like black bears, giant salamanders, muntjacs, antelopes, musk deer, otters, and Lady Amherst’s pheasants. Cultural stories enhance the charm of the scenic area. This was an important passageway out of Sichuan, leaving behind many historical tales. Legend has it that Zhang Xianzhong passed through this area during his campaign into Sichuan, leaving behind related legends. Caijiadong Cave served as a hiding place for the Cai family to escape from Zhang Xianzhong’s army. It’s said that only the Cai family, who hid here, survived, while others were killed. The origins of Crown Hat and Xue’er Rock also have stories: it’s said that a general once passed through and accidentally fell, with the spot where his hat landed becoming Crown Hat and where his boot sank becoming Xue’er Rock. There are also legends such as the one about a giant rock pressing down on a dragon in Longtanzi.

　　A unique location attracts visitors. Wanjia Tourist Scenic Area, along with Wangcang Gucheng Mountain Qilixia and Chaotian Zengjia Forest Farm, is located in the Daba Mountains, belonging to the high-cold mountainous region of northern Sichuan. In summer, the area is cool and pleasant, while in winter, it’s covered in snow, making it an ideal summer retreat and a great place to enjoy snowscapes. Wanjia Tourist Scenic Area sits at the border of Sichuan and Shaanxi, offering visitors a chance to experience the local customs and cultures of both provinces.