Dehang Geological Park

　　Dehang Geological Park is the only national key scenic area in Hunan Province that combines natural mountain and water landscapes with the ethnic charm of the Miao people. It is situated 23 kilometers west of Jishou, the capital city of Xiangxi Prefecture. The park features Liusha Waterfall, which stands 216 meters high and is known as the tallest of its kind in China. Dehang is covered with pristine secondary forests that provide dense canopy cover, making it a favorite filming location for artists. Among its highlights are the Tianwen Terrace, which hangs dramatically on a cliff edge, and Pangu Peak, which soars majestically toward the sky—both considered the crown jewels of the park. The Aizhai Highway Wonder showcases the ingenuity and wisdom of ancient builders; it includes China’s first highway overpass and green island, setting a precedent in the country’s road and bridge engineering history. Today, Asia’s longest and the world’s second-longest cable-stayed highway bridge spans the canyon from north to south, transforming a once treacherous terrain into a vital transportation route while showcasing remarkable feats of bridge construction.