Dehang Scenic Area

　　Within this self-contained Dehang Scenic Area, there are crisscrossing streams, deep valleys, cascading waterfalls, competing peaks, ancient trees, rare flowers, precious birds and animals, as well as Miao ethnic scenery. The over 200-meter-high Tongsha Waterfall, the 400-meter-deep Yuquemen Gorge, the more than 500-meter-high precipitous Panggu Peak, and the untouched primeval secondary forests, along with the simple and elegant Miao villages—all present themselves in a myriad of forms and breathtaking views that are truly awe-inspiring.　

　　"Dehang," in the Miao language, means "beautiful canyon." Here, there are as many as six grand and peculiar canyons.

　　There are also numerous small canyons everywhere. Geologically, it is known as a karst canyon, gorge, and cliff valley landform on the edge of a high mountain plateau. Therefore, the magical and deep canyons have become a hallmark of Dehang’s natural landscape.

　　As this is a purely Miao-inhabited area, the customs and traditions of the Miao people have had a profound influence on Dehang. Events such as the Miao's April 8th Festival, drum dancing, the March 3rd Singing Festival, the Autumn Rush Festival, the Dragon-Receiving Ceremony, the Bull-Pushing Ritual, and the heartfelt love songs of the Miao Mountains all attract visitors from both China and abroad. Thus, the simple and elegant Miao ethnic culture has also become a distinctive feature of Dehang’s human landscape.　

　　All visitors who come here are enchanted by Dehang’s magical natural scenery and rich Miao ethnic culture, inspiring poetic praise such as:

　　From Pangu’s time until today, where can one find paradise? Don’t ask the gods for directions—the Dehang of western Hunan will captivate every traveler.