Xiangshan Mountain is one of the famous scenic spots in Beijing, attracting a large number of tourists every year to watch the red leaves and climb mountains. However, many people don’t know that you can’t climb to the top of Xiangshan Mountain. So, why can't Xiangshan climb to the top? Below, let’s explore it together.

1. Historical reasons

There was originally a temple on the top of Xiangshan Mountain, named Xiangshan Temple. However, during the Cultural Revolution, Xiangshan Temple was destroyed and the top of the mountain became a restricted area. Although the Cultural Revolution has ended, Xiangshan Temple has not been rebuilt, and the top of the mountain is still a restricted area.

2. Safety reasons

The top of Xiangshan Mountain is steep and the climbing route is also more dangerous. In order to ensure the safety of tourists, the management department of Xiangshan Mountain decided to prohibit tourists from climbing to the top. In addition, there are some cliffs at the top of Xiangshan Mountain. If you accidentally step on the air or slip, you may fall, which is very dangerous.

3. Reasons for protection

Xiangshan is a green ecological barrier in Beijing. In order to protect the ecological environment of Xiangshan, the Xiangshan management department decided to prohibit tourists from climbing to the top. Because the mountaineering route will cause certain damage to the mountain, the ecological environment at the top of the mountain is more fragile and easily destroyed. Therefore, in order to protect the ecological environment of Xiangshan Mountain, it is necessary to prohibit tourists from climbing to the top.

So, since they cannot climb to the top, how should tourists enjoy the beautiful scenery of Xiangshan Mountain? Next, let’s introduce the tour route of Xiangshan.

1. Xianglu Peak

Xianglu Peak is the main peak of Xiangshan Mountain, with an altitude of 557 meters. Visitors can walk to Xianglu Peak in Xiangshan Park and enjoy the beautiful scenery of Xiangshan. From Xianglu Peak, you can see the panoramic view of the entire Xiangshan Mountain and the beautiful scenery of Beijing city.

2. Bodhi Dojo

Bodhi Dojo is located at the northern foot of Xiangshan Mountain and is an ancient temple. Visitors can walk to Bodhi Dojo in Xiangshan Park, visit temples and feel the charm of Buddhist culture. At Bodhi Dojo, you can also enjoy the beautiful scenery of Xiangshan Mountain and feel the unique charm of nature.

3. Plum Garden

Plum Garden is located at the southern foot of Xiangshan Mountain. It is a plum garden. Every spring, the plum blossoms in the plum garden are in full bloom, attracting a large number of tourists to come and watch. In the plum garden, visitors can stroll among the plum trees, appreciate the beauty of plum blossoms and feel the breath of spring.

In short, although Xiangshan cannot be climbed to the top, there are still many beautiful scenery worth visiting. The beautiful scenery of Xiangshan is not only reflected on the top of the mountain, but also in every corner of Xiangshan. Tourists only need to follow the tour route and watch carefully to feel the unique charm of Xiangshan.