Tianmen Mountain

　　In the vast flatness of the Jianghan Plain, Tianmen Mountain rises abruptly. Located 22 kilometers northwest of Jingling District in Tianmen City, Hubei Province, the mountain range consists of five peaks: Fozishan, Jinbeishan, Tuan Shan, Puchuanshan, and Longweishan. It spans an area of 931.9 hectares and stands at an elevation of 192 meters. The entire mountain range stretches from east to west, facing south with its back to the north. The five peaks are connected end to end, resembling a jade ruyi (scepter), presenting a graceful landscape with lush forests and a pleasant climate. The location is easily accessible via transportation networks. At the foot of Fozishan lies Luyutang, covering approximately two hectares, with crystal-clear water, shimmering waves, and fish and shrimp swimming freely. At the summit of Fozishan are the remnants of the Buddha Temple, where the throne and black jade footrest of Sakyamuni Buddha are preserved. Midway up the mountain are ancient military trenches, while the southeast slope features Marshal’s Platform. Jinbeishan hosts several scenic spots: the Study Site of Lu Zi (Lu Yu), Lu Yu Spring, Lu Yu Pavilion, and Lu Yu Temple—four sites aligned in a row that mark where the Tea Sage Lu Yu studied under Master Zou in his youth. There is also Qinshougang, where Emperor Guangwu of Han once rested. Longweishan is home to the legendary Tiger Cave, said to be the birthplace of Ziweng Zilan, the Chu prime minister, where a tiger nursed him with its milk before he grew to achieve great things, as well as the Tiger Roar Ridge. The entire scenic area boasts a rich combination of natural landscapes and cultural heritage.