Paiyun Pavilion

　　A 1-kilometer walk north from the Flying-over Rock leads to Paiyun Pavilion. Located at Xihai Gate, the pavilion was built in the 24th year of the Republic of China (1935). It offers expansive views and is one of the best spots to admire the uniquely shaped rocks and scenic wonders of Huangshan. The pavilion gets its name because clouds often rise and churn in the valleys of the West Sea before dissipating just in front of the stone structure.
　　Paiyun Pavilion is located at Xihai Gate in the Huangshan Scenic Area and was built in the 24th year of the Republic of China

　　 (1935). It is a long-shaped scenic pavilion constructed with granite slabs, with the three characters “排云亭” (Paiyun Pavilion) carved on the stone lintel. The pavilion is 4 meters deep, 5 meters wide, 5 meters tall, and covers an area of 20 square meters.
　　Overview of the Scenic Spot
　　The pavilion features a platform in front, about 70 square meters in size, with stone railings and iron chains. Visitors can lean on the railings to take in the spectacular views of the West Sea. Facing a vast expanse of peaks and valleys, it is one of the best places to appreciate the beauty of Huangshan.

　　 　Looking out from Paiyun Pavilion, you’ll see densely layered peaks resembling a forest of arrows. When shrouded in mist, they appear and disappear like countless islands in the sea.
　　Up close, not far to the left, there is a uniquely shaped rock that looks like an ancient man’s boot upside down on a cliff—hence the name “Immortal Drying His Boots.” To the right, in the valley, stands a stone pillar with two oddly shaped rocks resembling a pair of embroidered shoes worn by ancient ladies, known as “Immortal Drying Her Shoes.” The boot and shoes, positioned distantly opposite each other, are truly masterpieces of nature. Other named rock formations include “Fairy Embroidering,” “Fairy Playing the Zither,” “Heavenly Dog Listening to the Zither,” “Immortal Walking on Stilts,” “Wu Song Fighting the Tiger,” and more. With its sheer cliffs and swirling mists, Paiyun Pavilion is an ideal spot to enjoy sea of clouds, sunset glows, and the serene valleys and peaks.

　　Locks of Love in front of Paiyun Pavilion (15 photos) To accommodate visitors, the Huangshan management authorities have built a two-star sightseeing hotel—Paiyunlou Hotel—near Paiyun Pavilion, not far from Danxia Peak, offering accommodations with scenic views.