Yufeng Mountain Scenic Area

　　   Yufeng Mountain Scenic Area is one of the most prominent mountains in Liuzhou. Located on the bustling southern bank of the Liujiang River, it faces Ma’anshan Mountain to the east and Liuzhou Workers’ Hospital to the south. Rising abruptly from the flat land, the mountain stands proudly with a total height of 68 meters and an elevation of 156.3 meters. It stretches 145 meters from east to west and spans 500 meters around its base. The Tang Dynasty literary figure Liu Zongyuan described it as “a small yet tall mountain, shaped like a standing fish,” hence its name Yufeng (Standing Fish) Mountain. It is also known as Shiyu (Stone Fish) Mountain and commonly called Yufeng Mountain. The park derives its name from this iconic peak. The mountain is lush with trees, dotted with pavilions and towers, including Cuisong Pavilion, Guanshan Pavilion, and Guanmei Pavilion. Halfway up the mountain, there is a cliff carving that reads “Pillar of the Liujiang River” in large characters. Within the mountain, seven caves—Qingliang Cave, Yu Cave, Pangu Cave, Chunyang Cave, Yingfeng Cave, Zhongsi Cave, and Sange Rock—are interconnected, collectively known as the “Seven Connected Spirit Cavities.”

　　   It is one of the most important mountains in Liuzhou, located on the bustling southern bank of the Liujiang River, facing Ma’anshan Mountain to the east and Liuzhou Workers’ Hospital to the south. Rising abruptly from the flat land, the mountain stands proudly with a total height of 68 meters and an elevation of 156.3 meters. It stretches 145 meters from east to west and spans 500 meters around its base. The Tang Dynasty literary figure Liu Zongyuan described it as “a small yet tall mountain, shaped like a standing fish,” hence its name Yufeng (Standing Fish) Mountain. It is also known as Shiyu (Stone Fish) Mountain and commonly called Yufeng Mountain. The park derives its name from this iconic peak. The mountain is lush with trees, dotted with pavilions and towers, including Cuisong Pavilion, Guanshan Pavilion, and Guanmei Pavilion. Halfway up the mountain, there is a cliff carving that reads “Pillar of the Liujiang River” in large characters. Within the mountain, seven caves—Qingliang Cave, Yu Cave, Pangu Cave, Chunyang Cave, Yingfeng Cave, Zhongsi Cave, and Sange Rock—are interconnected, collectively known as the “Seven Linked Spiritual Apertures.” During the Ming Dynasty, the traveler Xu Xiake praised the caves, saying, “This mountain is hollow inside, winding through its core, open to all sides, exquisitely crafted—an exceptional sight rarely seen even among Guilin’s famed caves.” At the northeastern foot of the mountain lies the tomb of Dai Qin, one of the “Eight Sages of Liuzhou” from the Ming Dynasty. Later generations built the Jingxian Pavilion beside the tomb to commemorate this renowned local scholar, who fearlessly opposed tyranny and possessed exceptional poetic talent. Ascending along the mountain’s northern slope and entering through the mountain gate, you’ll find a cave to the right with an opening three feet wide. Inside stands a statue of the ancient Zhuang ethnic songstress Liu Sanjie weaving shoes, known as Sange Rock. Exiting the cave and turning right, beneath a vermilion plaque inscribed with “A Myriad of Scenes,” you’ll discover another cave that is spacious, bright, and cool, with inscriptions on the walls reading “Land of Cool Breezes.” To its right is Zhongsi Cave, and to its left is Yu Cave. A thousand-ton stalactite hangs suspended, with crystal-clear walls resembling jade, and high on the ceiling is carved: “Jade Cave of the Western Paradise.” In the left corner of the cave hall is a group sculpture depicting Liu Sanjie singing duets. Continuing upward along the winding path, to the left you’ll reach Chunyang Cave. The serpentine mountain trail consists of 392 steps leading to the summit. From the top, overlooking the Liujiang River as it winds like a ribbon, you can enjoy a panoramic view of the entire city. The caves preserve over 40 cliff inscriptions from the Yuan, Ming, and Qing dynasties. On August 25, 1981, the stone carvings of Yufeng Mountain were designated as a Key Cultural Relics Protection Unit of the Autonomous Region.

　　   Yufeng Mountain, a renowned scenic site since the Tang and Song dynasties, has been infused with modern garden elements, making it even more appealing to both domestic and international visitors. The cultural landscape of Yufeng Mountain is also distinctive—not only are its landscapes, caves, and structures picturesque, but the area is also widely celebrated for its rich folk songs. Legend has it that the Zhuang ethnic songstress Liu Sanjie once sang here, resisted authority, and then leaped into a pond riding a carp to ascend to heaven and become immortal. Today, relics such as Sange Rock, Mamalan Stone, and the DuiGe (Singing) Platform remain, and the tradition of folk singing continues. When men and women gather to sing in antiphonal style, the atmosphere is lively and joyful, adding vibrant ethnic charm to Yufeng Mountain. During the Song Festival (the 15th day of the eighth lunar month), the mountain becomes a sea of people and song, creating an unprecedented celebration. In March 1963, the famous writer Guo Moruo wrote a poem commemorating the event: “From halfway up Yufeng Mountain, songs arise—surely it’s Liu Sanjie returning. Riding dragons and fish, she soars across the land, turning all of China into a stage for song.” The park is home to 54 species of trees with over 1,300 individual plants, 48 species of shrubs with over 6,000 plants, and features lawns, flower stands, and hedges scattered throughout the green mountains and waters, with a green coverage rate of 95%. Recreational facilities in the park include a boat rental dock, the “Qingfeng Courtyard” karaoke lounge, the Zhongxian Cave, a children’s playground, a tourist sightseeing cableway, the Ancient Style Garden, and ethnic performance shows.

　　   At the southern foot of Yufeng Mountain lies a clear pool known as Xiaolong Pool (Little Dragon Pool). The water is sweet and pure, with visible fish, and its water level fluctuates with the rise and fall of the Liujiang River. The Tang Dynasty poet Liu Zongyuan called it the “Spirit Spring,” while Lu Yu’s Classic of Tea referred to it as the “Garden Spring,” listing it among the famous springs of the world. Tea brewed with its water is fragrant and delicious, and wine made with it is mellow. The area around the pool is richly vegetated. To the north stands the Yongyu Pavilion, and to the east is the Half-Moon Corridor. From the corridor, you can see the reflection of Yufeng Mountain in the pool—the mountain and pool together resemble a giant carp leaping on the water’s surface, strikingly lifelike, earning the name “Southern Pool Carp Leap,” which is ranked first among the ancient Eight Scenic Spots of Liuzhou.

　　   Address: Yufeng Road, Chengzhong District, Liuzhou City

　　   Type: Mountain

　　   Rating: AAAA

　　   Recommended visiting time: 1–2 hours

　　   Phone: 0772-3836735

　　   Ticket information:

　　   Free. Cable cars are available near the Yufeng Park entrance to take you to the top of Ma’anshan Mountain (30 RMB).