Wulong Mountain Geological Park

　　The Wulong Mountain scenic area is only 28 kilometers from Fenghuang Ancient Town and is the setting of the story behind the TV series "The Battle of Wulong Mountain." Nestled in the deep mountain valleys along the Hunan-Guizhou border, it has preserved much of its pristine ecological landscape to this day. The area mainly features Qianshan Immortal Pillar, Kunshan Jade Maiden Cave, Couple’s Viewing Rock, Five Sons Peak, Wulong Cave...

　　The Wulong Mountain scenic area is 28 kilometers from Fenghuang Ancient Town and is the setting of the story behind the TV series "The Battle of Wulong Mountain." It lies in the deep mountain valleys along the Hunan-Guizhou border. Due to its remote location and limited human activity, the area has retained much of its original ecological environment. The scenic area is composed of a variety of unique landscapes, including Qianshan Immortal Pillar, Kunshan Jade Maiden Cave, Couple’s Viewing Rock, Five Sons Peak, Wulong Cave, Training Platform, as well as numerous bizarre rock formations, cliffs, stone pillars, and peaks. There are also the meandering and picturesque Wuchao River Gorge, Longma Waterfall, Ladder Cliff Waterfall, and the clear springs of Wulong Cave.

　　Best Time to Visit

　　The Wulong Mountain scenic area is located in western Hunan. The climate in this region is subtropical monsoon humid, characterized by mild weather, distinct seasons, abundant sunlight, and plentiful rainfall, with an average annual precipitation of 1300–1500 mm. The average annual temperature ranges from 12°C to 16°C, with July being the hottest month at an average of 24°C–27°C, and January the coldest at 1.7°C–4.3°C. The frost-free period lasts 240–288 days. The Wulong Mountain scenic area is suitable for travel all year round, but the best time to visit is from April to November.

　　Spring: The area is filled with fresh green leaves and the sounds of birdsong and blooming flowers.

　　Summer: The cool, shaded paths offer respite from the heat, allowing visitors to escape the heat in rocky caves or rest and enjoy the breeze under the dense foliage of the high hills.

　　Autumn: With drifting white clouds overhead, visitors can stroll along mountain trails to pick red leaves and wild fruits, finding inspiration in the poetic scenery.

　　Winter: The vast, rugged landscape allows for distant views of craggy peaks and, if there's a snowfall, the romantic sight of snow-covered mountains.

　　Among the area’s attractions is a place called "Baixiao Cave," where the 47th Army once fought bandits. Recently, explorers in the cave discovered human skulls, spent bullet casings, and ammunition clips.