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1. Cliffside Pathway – Qingyun Pavilion loop from Tangkou

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2. Unity Pine – Qingyun Pavilion loop from 山岔

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April 15, 2024

The most spectacular part of the Huangshan Mountains,

Descent or ascent from the Grand Canyon of Huangshan

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The Xihai Grand Canyon, briefly called the Fascinating Scenic Area, is a new scenic area that only opened on May 1, 2001. It covers the highlights of the Xihai Area (the western part of the Huangshan Scenic Area), starting at the Cloud Shedding Pavilion, linking the White Cloud Area to the Buxian Bridge and creating a magnificent all-round sightseeing route. Its 25 square kilometers feature many unique rock formations, such as the Upside-Down Boat, the Lady Playing Piano, the Dog Watching the Sky, the Man Walking on a Stilt, and fantastic peaks. Archway Peak, Nine Dragon Peak, Double Bamboo Shoot Peak, Stone Bed Peak, Stone Pillar Peak, and Pine Forest Peak, to name a few. The area is home to many lush pine trees, and the great historical ones have names. You'll be immersed in your surroundings and find yourself in an amazing painting. The scenery is constantly changing as you walk on steep steps that usually cling to precipices. Every step reveals a breathtaking view, allowing you to simply point your camera and take a perfect photo almost anywhere along the way. No wonder it's called the Fascinating Scenic Area. A 4.5km downhill walk takes you deeper and deeper into the gorge, with cliffs and peaks getting higher and higher, reaching the Buxian Bridge. It's a true Grand Canyon! Ahead of you from the Buxian Bridge, the 3km long steps lead you through the White Cloud Area into the Tianhai Area. It's truly a difficult climb, but you'll be rewarded with impressive views. This very remote and fantastically scenic area, known as the Grand Canyon of the West Sea, is becoming increasingly popular. It is a must-see for the near future.

!!! Addendum !!!

After my visit in 2007, the cable car in the Xihai Gorge (West Sea Grand Canyon) of the Huangshan Mountains was built.

It was completed and put into operation in June 2013. Construction itself began in April 2011 and took 26 months.

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1. Cliffside Pathway – Qingyun Pavilion loop from Tangkou

2. Unity Pine – Qingyun Pavilion loop from 山岔

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