Wu’an Longevity Village

　　Shouzhang Village is located at the foot of Motian Ridge, 56 kilometers northwest of Wu’an City, in Aihoupeng Village. Since its establishment, villagers have rarely suffered from illness or cancer, living long lives with an average lifespan of over 85 years, hence the name "Longevity Village." The village is part of the Chishui River’s first-level tributary area, a key geological site in Hebei, a provincial nature reserve, and a prime location for eco-tourism. The area boasts high negative oxygen ion levels. Surrounded by majestic mountains over 1,000 meters tall, the region features ancient forests, lush greenery, fresh air, and a tranquil environment. Visitors can breathe in the crisp air, cleanse their lungs, and enjoy the beautiful scenery while benefiting their physical and mental health.

　　Entering the village along a dark brown stone path, beside the cliffs at the village edge, a clear, sweet spring gushes out from the rocks, forming a bubbling stream. Rich in minerals and herbal elements, the water has been the daily drink of villagers for generations, contributing to their health and longevity—thus earning the name "Longevity Spring." The highest peak of Motian Ridge stands at 1,747.5 meters. Here, layered peaks and deep valleys create a dramatic landscape. The mountain is abundant in resources, with decades-old secondary forests densely covered by dozens of precious tree species such as Masson pine, Korean pine, lacquer trees, and chestnut trees. There are also thousands of acres of wild Forsythia tea forests and over 200 types of medicinal herbs including Codonopsis, Salvia, Astragalus, Bupleurum, and Polygonum multiflorum. Thanks to the lush vegetation, moist climate, ample rainfall, and filtration through the roots of various medicinal plants, the water that seeps into the ground emerges as refreshing springs. Forsythia is known for its lung-clearing and anti-inflammatory properties. Villagers pick the tender leaves, traditionally steam them into tea, and brew it with the spring water. Drinking this regularly offers health benefits, hence the name "Longevity Tea."

　　Visitors to the area often sit on stone stools at the tea tables by the spring, enjoying the beautiful scenery of the deep valleys and forests while receiving a cup of spring water from friendly local girls. They drink it all in one go, savoring the cool, refreshing, and naturally sweet taste. After drinking, they often refill two bottles to take with them for their mountain hikes. The charm of Longevity Village also lies in its ever-changing seasonal scenery and the absence of summer heat, making it a hidden paradise deep in the Taihang Mountains and one of the best summer retreats in China.