Zhangtai National Forest Park

　　    Zhangtai National Forest Park is situated in the southeastern part of Zhangtai County, Fujian Province. It is 46 kilometers east of downtown Xiamen and 29 kilometers south of downtown Zhangzhou. The provincial Jiutai Highway runs nearby and connects to National Highway 324, offering very convenient transportation. The park covers a total area of 3,081 hectares, including over 1,400 hectares of natural forest land. It is home to a variety of rare tropical rainforest tree species as well as more than 30 kinds of precious wild animals.

　　    The park features abundant peculiar rocks, with rugged stones scattered across the mountains. Many of these rocks are stacked together, naturally forming stone chambers, caves, rock houses, rock storehouses, and stone staircases. Moreover, there are caves within caves, and passages connecting various hollows, creating a mysterious maze-like landscape. Cliff inscriptions and cultural relics offer rewarding discoveries for history and culture enthusiasts. In the southern valley of Tianzhu Mountain, the forest is lush, the land open, and the mountain and water scenery serene and beautiful, providing a tranquil and peaceful atmosphere. Visitors can enjoy fishing, camping, or barbecuing here for endless fun. Currently, the mountain is home to over 3,000 plant species and more than 1,000 hectares of natural secondary forest, where trees, old vines, and moss coexist. There are ancient towering trees, intertwined roots, and hanging beards of plants, resembling a tropical rainforest. Birdsong and cicada chirps add to the feeling of being in a world apart from the hustle and bustle. Crystal-clear streams and mountain springs flow gently and ceaselessly, like pearls rolling down or silver ribbons hanging in the air. There are also numerous hidden springs—while you can hear their gurgling sounds, their sources remain unseen, sparking curiosity.