Into the Yuanjiajie of Zhangjiajie
About Yuanjiajie
Yuanjiajie is located in the core area of Zhangjiajie Forest Park, about 1,200 hectares, with an average elevation of 1,074 meters. The name Yuanjiajie is said to have originated from the Huang Chao Uprising during the Later Tang Dynasty.
when the imperial court was trying to purge the rebels and arrested the rebels everywhere, and one of the generals, surnamed Yuan, hid in this area, opened up the land and planted the land, and named the area after his own family name, starting with the name Yuanjiajie.
Main Attractions of Yuanjiajie
The First Bridge under the Sky
This is a natural stone bridge, one of the ten best scenic spots of Zhangjiajie Scenic Spot, belonging to the iconic attractions of Yuanjiajie, with a width of 2 meters, a span of 25 meters, and a vertical height difference of 357 meters, which is, so far, the largest natural self-generated stone bridge with the largest vertical height difference found in the world.
Hundred Dragons Stairway
With a total investment of 180 million RMB and a height of 326 meters, the theme consists of a 154-meter mountain shaft and a 172-meter steel structure derrick affixed to the mountain, running at a speed of 5 meters per second, and it takes only 1 minute and 28 seconds to go up to the top of the mountain.
Vertigo Terrace
Standing on this natural viewing platform, you will be shocked by the beauty in front of you. Hundreds of stone peaks in the canyon are quietly handled there in an imposing manner.
Hallelujah Mountain
The prototype of the levitating mountain in the movie Avatar.
Besides, there are many other imaginative and legendary attractions. These strange rocks and stones not only add mystery and romance to Yuanjiajie, but also inspire people’s interest and enthusiasm in exploring nature.
After visiting Yuanjiajie, be sure to visit Furong Town not far from here, and Xibu Street in Phoenix Ancient Town as well, which will surely be a different experience.
