An Underrated Paradise, A Hidden Gem for Travelers—Guifeng

Guifeng Scenic Area is located in the southwest of Yiyang County, Jiangxi Province, only 10 kilometers away from Yiyang County town, covering an area of 136 square kilometers. It is not only an important part of the World Geopark Longhushan-Guifeng Geopark, but also a brilliant pearl of the World Natural Heritage 'China Danxia'. Guifeng Scenic Area is honored as a national scenic spot, a national 5A-level tourist attraction, a national forest park, and a national patriotism education demonstration base. The name Guifeng originates from the countless lifelike turtle-shaped rocks within the scenic area, as well as the entire area resembling a giant turtle from a distance. Known for the 'Thirty-six Peaks and Seventy-two Scenic Spots', it is a collection of 'strange, dangerous, spiritual, and clever' features, praised as 'Guifeng on the river is rare in the world' and 'natural bonsai'. Its unique 'no mountain without turtles, no rock without turtles' natural landscape and profound cultural heritage have attracted recommendations from many famous artists and plays, such as the travel sage Xu Xiake and the TV series 'Journey to the West'. Guifeng, a tourist destination that makes you linger and forget to return, awaits your visit.