Huangshan

Huangshan, commonly translated as Yellow Mountain, is a mountain range and national park in southern Anhui Province, eastern China. The area is renowned for its dramatic granite peaks, rugged cliffs, and the frequent sea of clouds that drapes the mountains in early morning light. The highest summit is Lotus Peak, rising about 1,864 meters above sea level, with other well-known peaks such as Bright Summit and Heavenly Capital Peak forming a landscape famous for vertical rock faces and wide, sweeping views.

A defining feature of Huangshan is the Huangshan pine, a hardy evergreen that clings to steep rock faces and contributes to the distinctive scenery. The landscape is celebrated for what locals call the Four Wonders: the pines, the bizarre rock formations, the sea of clouds, and the hot springs that lie in the valley below.

Huangshan has long inspired Chinese painters, poets, and philosophers, making it a symbol of natural beauty in Chinese art and literature. Today it is a protected scenic area and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, recognized for its outstanding natural beauty and biodiversity. The site is accessible by road and a network of cable cars linking base towns near Tunxi and Huangshan City, with extensive hiking trails that provide viewpoints across the peaks. The climate is humid subtropical, with mist and fog common in spring and autumn, offering dramatic sunrises, cloud seas, and expansive views for visitors.