Admire rare flowers and plants, and witness the majestic Jiulong Waterfall. Recently, Zhang Jizhong personally visited Jiulong Waterfall in Yun County to scout locations for his film "The Monkey King." Beneath the cascading falls, a group of sword-wielding warriors appeared, moving with fluid grace and heroic poise. The acclaimed producer spared no effort in trekking through mountains and valleys to discover this new cinematic gem—unveiling the true splendor of Jiulong Waterfall.
This very Jiulong Waterfall in Yun County will once again be embraced by Zhang Jizhong and brought to life in his masterpiece.
Known as the “No. 1 Waterfall of Chu,” Jiulong Waterfall boasts a pristine ecosystem and stunning natural scenery. Rocks emerge from crystal-clear waters, and trees grow from the edges of stones. Tiny streams converge into a magnificent waterfall; a tranquil sea of woods reflects the mysterious depths of Dragon Pool. The waterfall cluster, headlined by Panlong, Jiaolong, Chilong, Qiulong, Yinglong, Shenlong, Kuilong, Tuolong, and Aolong Waterfalls, resembles nine dragons soaring through the air with overwhelming might. There are also millennia-old calcified pools and century-old moss-covered cliffs that take your breath away. This dance between waterfall and valley, where rare flora intertwines with age-old wonders, bears a striking resemblance to the Water Curtain Cave in "The Monkey King." Will Jiulong Waterfall make its way onto the silver screen in the film? Let’s wait and see together.