As one of China's famous mountain ranges, the Qinling Mountains have been one of the important symbols of the Chinese nation since ancient times. Taibai Mountain, the main peak of the Qinling Mountains, is one of the representative scenic spots in the Qinling Mountains. Today, let’s learn about the history and attractions of Taibai Mountain, the main peak of the Qinling Mountains.

1. History of Taibai Mountain

Taibai Mountain is located in the central part of Shaanxi Province and is one of the main peaks of the Qinling Mountains. one. Taibai Mountain, formerly known as "Taihua Mountain", also known as "Taiyue Mountain", is one of the Five Mountains in ancient China. The history of Taibai Mountain can be traced back to the Spring and Autumn Period and the Warring States Period in 770 BC. At that time, Emperor Zhou once worshiped the Taiyue God in Taibai Mountain to pray for the peace of the country and the people.

Taibai Mountain reached its peak in the Tang Dynasty and was known as "the most amazing mountain in the world". Du Fu, a famous poet in the Tang Dynasty, once wrote in "The Story of Taibai Mountain": "The peaks are like clusters, the peaks are like clusters, the peaks are like marshes, and the mountains are like mountains. They are circling left and right, encircling them like a belt. They are fighting and twisting, and the snakes are moving, and they are all different."< /p>

2. Attractions in Taibai Mountain

1. Taibai Mountain National Nature Reserve

Taibai Mountain National Nature Reserve is China’s first mountain protection zone District, established in 1983. The ecological environment in the reserve is very beautiful and rich in plant and animal resources. Among them, Taibai pine, spruce, redwood and other plant resources are rich and known as the "Taibai Three Treasures".

2. Taibaishan Temple

Taibaishan Temple is one of the famous scenic spots in Taibai Mountain. It was built in the Tang Dynasty. There are many ancient buildings in the temple, such as the Main Hall, the Sutra Pavilion, etc. There are also many Buddhist statues and cultural relics in the temple, the most famous of which is the "Taibai Mountain Stone Scripture" from the Tang Dynasty.

3. Taibai Mountain Tianchi

Taibai Mountain Tianchi is located at the top of Taibai Mountain and is one of the famous scenic spots in Taibai Mountain. Tianchi is round in shape, with clear water, surrounded by mountain peaks, and the scenery is very spectacular. Tianchi also has many myths and legends, such as "The Fairy from Taibai Mountain Descends to Earth" and so on.

4. Taibai Mountain Ski Resort

Taibai Mountain Ski Resort is one of the famous attractions in Taibai Mountain, located on the northern slope of Taibai Mountain. The ski resort has many ski trails and facilities and is one of the largest ski resorts in Shaanxi Province. Every winter, many tourists come here to experience the fun of skiing.

5. Taibai Mountain Waterfall

Taibai Mountain Waterfall is one of the famous scenic spots in Taibai Mountain, located on the southern slope of Taibai Mountain. The waterfall is about 80 meters high, with rapid water flow and huge momentum. The scenery around the waterfall is also very beautiful, making it a paradise for photographers.

3. How to get to Taibai Mountain

Taibai Mountain is located in the center of Shaanxi Province, about 200 kilometers away from Xi'an City. You can go there by train or car. Starting from Xi'an, you can take a long-distance bus to Taibai Town at the foot of Taibai Mountain, and then take a sightseeing bus up the mountain. You can also take a train to Baoji City and then transfer to a sightseeing bus to Taibai Mountain.

IV. Summary

As one of the main peaks of the Qinling Mountains, Taibai Mountain is theOne of the famous mountains. The history of Taibai Mountain can be traced back to the Spring and Autumn Period and the Warring States Period, and it is known as one of the Five Mountains in ancient China. Taibai Mountain has rich natural and cultural landscapes, such as Taibai Mountain National Nature Reserve, Taibai Mountain Temple, Taibai Mountain Tianchi, etc. You can go to Taibai Mountain by train or car, which is very convenient. If you haven’t been to Taibai Mountain yet, you might as well take a trip to get close to nature during the holidays.