Amidst the whispering of verdant bamboo-covered hills and the ripples on a spring-like pool, ancient mountain temples, pavilions, clear tea, old trees, mossy stone paths, and the clamor of cicadas define the late summer and early autumn scenery of Heimifeng, offering an indescribably beautiful view. Changsha Heimifeng National Forest Park is located in Qiaoyi Town, northeast of Wangcheng District and directly north of Changsha City. It is the largest and highest-altitude national forest park within the urban area. The park covers a total area of 4,079 hectares, with a forest coverage rate of 80.2%, and its main peak stands at an elevation of 590.5 meters.
Heimifeng has long been renowned for its rich cultural heritage. The eminent Tang Dynasty monk and calligrapher Huaisu, as well as the Ming Dynasty Zhengde Emperor Zhu Houzhao, once visited the mountain, and their calligraphy remains can still be seen today. The great Tang poet Liu Changqing once explored the mountains and recorded his journey in poetry. Legend has it that one of the Eight Immortals, Lü Dongbin, practiced Taoism here, leaving behind over ten sites associated with him, such as the "Longevity" character stone carving and Dongbin Cliff. As a result, Taoists refer to this mountain as "Dongyang Mountain," listing it as the 24th of the 36 blessed immortal mountains. Later, Buddhist monks also came to the mountain, making it one of the four major Buddhist mountains in the Changsha area. The mountaintop "Dongyang Ancient Temple" remains a popular and enduring place of worship.
There's no need to go far this early autumn. From October 27 to 29, Changsha Heimifeng National Forest Park will host a major national sporting event where you can immerse yourself in the beauty of Heimifeng. The "Fuli Zhenjin Home Textiles" 2017 China Mountain Outdoor Fitness and Leisure Conference—Changsha Heimifeng Station, jointly organized by the Mountaineering Sports Management Center of the General Administration of Sport of China, the Chinese Mountaineering Association, the Hunan Provincial Sports Bureau, and the Hunan Provincial Tourism Development Commission, will connect multiple famous scenic spots in the Heimifeng area. It blends outdoor fitness with sightseeing tourism and features a series of outdoor competitive activities. The conference includes competitive events such as the Mini Marathon League, the 2017 National Double Ninth Festival Mountain Climbing Fitness Conference, the 50-kilometer Prayer Hike at Heimifeng, the Cycling League, and the Hula Hoop Competition. Experience-based activities include a Fun Carnival, Music Evening, and Camping Festival. Register now to receive attractive finisher prizes provided by Fuli Zhenjin Home Textiles!
Celebrate the Double Ninth Festival with your family and enjoy the fun of mountain climbing together, spending quality time with your loved ones. The registration channel for the "Fuli Zhenjin Home Textiles" 2017 China Mountain Outdoor Fitness and Leisure Conference—Changsha Heimifeng Station is now fully open, and park entry is free. Admire the beautiful scenery of Heimifeng, savor its local cuisine, and join the festivities from October 27 to 29. Have more fun during the Double Ninth Festival with your travels. One-click registration is available through the "China Mountain Outdoor Fitness and Leisure Conference" WeChat official account. Those who haven’t registered yet, hurry up and take action. (Repeated descriptive text about Heimifeng and the event details included as per instruction 5.)