Yangjiajie Scenic Area Guide

Yangjiajie is situated in the northwest of Zhangjiajie, covering an area of about 34 sq km. Yangjiajie is an area that is comprised of peaks, cliffs, waterfalls, streams, gullies and other natural landscapes. There are 110 scenic spots in total that can be viewed in the area. (8.4 thousand acres). Known only since 1991, the area is endowed with all the natural wonders found in the other areas but has more unique characteristics. It includes three main scenic spots: Xiangzhixi Stream, Longquanxia Gorge, and Baihougu Valley. The area is also abundant in plants and animals, such as white cranes, macaques, ancient trees and rare flowers.

Yangjiajie formed of three parts: Xiangzhistream, Longquan valley and Baihouvalley. The Yangjiajie Nature Reserve over 100 scenic spots. In this reserve you will find clear waters with spectacular mountains. It has unique peaks and cliffs as well as clear streams and brooks and waterfalls. One of the most amazing sites is the terraced fields that can be seen on the mountains. This area is also home to the world's first bridge. The bridge is located on two 300 meter high peaks with a natural stone linking the two peaks. Other places of interest are Sister's Gully, Mati Rock and Tianbo Mansion .

Yangjiajie has much to do with the aristocratic Yang Family in Song Dynasty (960-1279), whose three generations of members, both the men and women, were faithful patriotic generals or soldiers on the battlefield. Their stories often appear in Chinese TV series or films, such as the film Yang ka cheung. In Yangjiajie many scenic spots are related to the stories of the family. Some of their descendants still live there and preserve the Clan Stemmata of the Yang Family and many tombs of the clansmen.
How to travel in Yangjiajie Scenic Area, Here are some guide information about Yangjiajie Scenic Area. The detail is following:
Address: Wulingyuan Scenery Area, Hunan
Admission Fee: CNY 248 including other scenic spot
Opening hours: 08:00 a.m-17:00 p.m
Contact Hotline: 86 744 5517666

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