Natural Creation - The First Dynamic of the Eight Scenic Spots in Guanzhong
The natural beauty of Mount Li is unique in the Guanzhong Plain, especially known for its ever-changing light and shadow.
Lishan Evening Glow: This is the most stunning scenery among the "Eight Scenic Spots of Guanzhong". After every rain, the sky clears, the sun sets, and the clouds fill the sky. The entire Lishan Mountain is coated with a layer of golden red light, and every layer of forest is dyed, with pavilions and towers as if in a painting. The best viewing spot is near the Old Mother's Hall or on the beacon tower in Xixiu Ridge. Autumn is the best season, with high sky and light clouds, and the most brilliant colors.
Hot Spring Chanting: Lishan Hot Spring is its soul. The spring water comes from the fault zone in front of the mountain, with a constant temperature of 43 ℃ throughout the year and rich in various minerals. It has been used by the royal family since ancient times. Spring water gushes out from the rocks, and the mist evaporates, blending seamlessly with the scenery of the mountains and forests. It is the source of experiencing the artistic conception of "hot spring water sliding and washing grease".
Green mountains and forests: Lishan has dense vegetation and considerable forest coverage, making it a natural oxygen bar. Walking along the hiking trail, you can enjoy the verdant ancient cypress and listen to the waves of pine trees. At the turn of spring and summer, the mountain flowers are in full bloom; In late autumn, the mountains are covered in red leaves, and hiking among them is refreshing and pleasant.
Humanistic craftsmanship - historical imprints scattered throughout the mountains
The cultural landscape of Lishan is like a historical book engraved on the mountain, with stories at every step.
Beacon Tower: Located at the highest point of Xixiu Ridge, it is said to be the original site where King You of Zhou raised beacon fires to play with the feudal lords. Climbing to this place not only allows you to reminisce about the past and marvel at the rise and fall, but also provides an excellent vantage point for overlooking the panoramic view of Lintong and the Wei River Plain.
Laomu Hall: Built in memory of the founder of the Chinese nation, the N ü wa clan. Legend has it that N ü wa once "refined stones to repair the sky" here, and the temple was filled with incense, making it an important place for folk beliefs. The architectural complex is quaint and solemn, hidden among the green trees.
Bingjian Pavilion: Located halfway up Mount Li, it is a historical landmark of the Xi'an Incident. A giant rock and a pavilion solidified the winter morning of 1936, which changed the fate of China, and have important patriotic educational significance.
San Yuan Cave and Yu Xian Bridge: Taoist temples, caves, and stone bridges scattered in the mountains, carrying rich Taoist culture and folk legends, adding a fun of exploring hidden places to hiking trips.
Photography tips:
To take the "Lishan Evening Photo", it is necessary to check the sunset time in advance and take the photo between half an hour before sunset and half an hour after sunset to capture the golden and blue moments;
The beacon tower is a camera position for capturing panoramic views, which can include the panoramic view of the Huaqing Palace and distant cities;
The Bingjian Pavilion is suitable for shooting close-up shots with a sense of historical vicissitudes, using stone walls and iron ropes to compose the composition;
The palaces, pavilions, and hot spring pools in the Huaqing Palace are suitable for capturing the details of Tang style architecture. Professional photography is prohibited during the nighttime performance of 'Song of Everlasting Regret', but the stage lighting is extremely stunning.
