Tianchi Peak

　　This mountain peak is called “Tianchi Peak.” Slightly higher than Feilai Peak, it stands at an elevation of 1,426 meters and is the second highest peak of Tianzhu Mountain. It splits into three parts, connected by two stone slabs, forming the famous “Immortal Crossing Bridge.”

　　There is a saying: “Everyone who reaches the bridge becomes an immortal.” Ascend to the summit of Tianchi Peak to experience the feeling of “standing atop the highest peak, looking down upon all the other mountains as so small.”

　　The view here is incredibly vast, with spectacular scenery, making it the best spot to watch the sunrise, sea of clouds, Buddha’s halo, and sunset glow. On clear days, when you look into the distance, Feilai Peak, Xianzhu Peak, and Wuzhi Peak stretch all the way to the horizon; Lian Dan Lake looks like a silvery mirror sandwiched between two silver chains — the Qian River and the Wan River; while Dalongwo, Houshan, and Dongguan peaks appear like little hills, all visible in one sweeping glance.

　　It is said that crossing the Immortal Crossing Bridge can make you immortal. Carefully step across the bridge, and you’ll reach a platform no larger than 10 square meters, with one large and one small stone pit in the middle, known as the “Heavenly Pool.”

　　The Heavenly Pool is no more than a foot deep, but the water is crystal clear. It does not overflow even after prolonged rain, nor does it dry up during long droughts. The outer edge of the Heavenly Pool platform is a sheer cliff, breathtaking to behold, hence named “Heart-Testing Cliff.”

　　The Heart-Testing Cliff is the best place to view the “Buddha’s Halo of Tianzhu Mountain.” When thick fog fills the valley and the bright sun hangs in the blue sky, a seven-colored halo — red, orange, yellow, green, blue, indigo, and violet — will appear on the white mist. The layers of the halo overlap magnificently. What’s even more peculiar is that your shadow will definitely be reflected within this resplendent ring. Witnessing the “Buddha’s Halo” is considered a blessing.

　　A solitary peak rises into the clouds, with massive rocks on its summit resembling a cover. Composed entirely of stone, with shallow water marks covering its body, this is the third highest peak of Tianzhu Mountain — Feilai Peak, standing at 1,424 meters above sea level.

　　The entire peak consists of a single massive rock, with a stone on top measuring over three zhang (~10 meters) in length, more than 30 zhang (~100 meters) in circumference, and over one zhang (~3 meters) in height. It sits rounded like a cover atop the peak, as if flown down from the heavens. This stone is called the “Feilai Stone,” and the peak is named after it. The Feilai Stone atop the summit sits squarely like a regal crown. Many visitors are amazed when they see Feilai Peak.

　　Feilai Peak was formed during the Permian period of geological history and is 200 million years old. It is a limestone peak.

　　Its main component is calcium carbonate, which is soft in texture and susceptible to erosion and weathering. Over the years, this has resulted in many uniquely shaped caves. Nature has created Feilai Peak, where “there are no unremarkable rocks, no unclear waters, no unsecluded caves, and no ancient trees.”