Major natural wonders in Hehci I

Peaks of Longtan Grand Canyon enveloped by mist. [Photo/hcwang.cn]

Karst complex in Huanjiang Maonan autonomous county

Huanjiang Karst, 72 kilometers away from Huanjiang Maonan autonomus county, is divided into a core area and a buffer area, covering a total 11,559 hectares.

Linked naturally with Libo Karst, Huanjiang Karst displays a spectrum from the plateaus to low mountains and hills. The unique landform has won it a position on the list of World Heritage Sites in China awarded by UNESCO in 2014.

A stunning view of Huanjiang Karst beside Huanjiang Maonan autonomous county. [Photo/hjlyw.com]

Stone Flower Tourist Resort in Du'an

The resort is located in the "Big Stone Mountain Kingdom" at the Gulou Area in Hongdu Village, Chengjiang Township, Du'an County. It is another scenic zone developed by the Guangxi Baoshu Jinlong Investment Group, the developer of the Yaoling River Rafting Resort in Du'an county.

The Longevity Mountain is a stone mountain of karst formations. In ancient times, this area was under a deep sea where various kinds of gigantic sea turtles used to live. Nowadays, there are many turtle-shaped stones in the mountains. As turtles are symbols of longevity in Chinese culture, ancient people called this mountain "Longevity Mountain".

The rolling mountains of the surrounding areas boast a beautiful landscape, forming a mountain chain. On Longevity Mountain, there are a lot of jagged rocks that form grotesque shapes. It is the biggest exhibition hall of natural "strange" rocks in the world. In this scenic zone, there are 2 kilometers of tourist routes and 55 wonderful scenic spots. The whole journey is about 2.5 kilometers.

Stone flowers that can be seen in rocks on the mountain are the most miraculous sight. If you take a walk on the Longevity Mountain, you just might draw something of a miraculous power from the mountain. You will not only feast your eyes on the beautiful scenery, but also stay fit and improve your health. As a local saying goes, "A walk on the Longevity Mountain will let you to live 99 years."

The "blooming stone" at the Stone Flower Tourist Resort in Du'an. [Photo/Hechi Daily]