South has Huangshan, North has Qianshan.
Qianshan Mountain, located 17 kilometers southeast of Tiexi District, Anshan City, Liaoning Province, is a scenic tourist destination with profound cultural heritage. The following is a detailed introduction to Qianshan Mountain:
I. Basic Information
Chinese Name: Qianshan
Foreign Name: Mount Qian / the QianShan Mountain
Geographic Location: 17 kilometers southeast of Anshan City, Liaoning Province
Area: Total area of 145.21 square kilometers, including 125 square kilometers for Qianshan Scenic Area and 20.21 square kilometers for Yufo Mountain Scenic Area
Scenic Area Level: National AAAAA-level Tourist Attraction
Opening Hours: 08:00~16:30
Ticket Price: Peak Season (April~October) RMB 80.00, Off-Season (November~March) RMB 60.00
II. Natural Environment
Qianshan is composed of nearly a thousand peaks resembling lotus flowers, with stunning natural scenery. Although it lacks the grandeur of the Five Great Mountains, it boasts the magnificence of a thousand peaks, showcasing an endless natural scroll on the Liaodong Plain. Qianshan is famous for its beautiful peaks, steep rocks, secluded valleys, ancient temples, tall Buddha statues, unique pine trees, and abundant flowers. It is characterized by densely packed scenic spots, ever-changing scenery, and exquisite beauty. Qianshan is a branch of the Changbai Mountain, with a main peak of 708.3 meters, a total area of 72 square kilometers, and a total of 999 peaks. As the number is close to a thousand, it is named "Qianshan" (Thousand Mountains), also known as "Jicuishan", "Qianhuashan", "Qiandinghsan", and "Qianduo Lianhuashan".
III. Main Scenic Areas and Attractions
Qianshan Scenic Area mainly includes the Giant Buddha Scenic Area, Tian Shang Tian Scenic Area, Five Buddha Summit Scenic Area, and Xianrentai National Forest Park. Among them, Xianrentai is the highest peak in Qianshan Scenic Area, with an altitude of 708.3 meters. The peak is magnificent with its unique and dangerous terrain. In addition, Qianshan also has famous temples such as Wuliangguan, Zhong Hui Temple, Da'an Temple, and Xiangyan Temple. These ancient and magnificent temples are integrated with the natural landscape, forming Qianshan's unique cultural landscape.
IV. Featured Landscapes
Qianshan is composed of four major landscapes: unique peaks, rock pines, ancient temples, and pear blossoms. Among them, the Giant Buddha of Qianshan is a major feature. This naturally formed Maitreya Buddha statue is 70 meters high and 46 meters wide. It sits against the mountain, with a realistic and charming appearance. In addition, Qianshan also has many strange rocks and pine trees, such as Panlong Pine, Zhong Hui Sacred Cypress, and Ginkgo King, which are national first-class protected ancient trees, as well as magical natural landscapes such as Muyu Stone.
V. Historical Culture
Qianshan has a profound religious and cultural history. During its heyday, Buddhism and Taoism coexisted, with more than 40 temples and monasteries of various sizes, including "Five Great Zen Forests, Nine Palaces and Eight Temples, and Twelve Thatched Cottages". Currently, 24 of them are open to the public. Qianshan Temple Music is included in the first batch of national intangible cultural heritage lists. These ancient and magnificent temples not only witnessed the historical changes of Qianshan but also added a rich cultural heritage to Qianshan.
VI. Tourism Information
The best time to visit Qianshan Scenic Area is from March to May and September to November. The recommended duration of visit is 2 days. Tourists can enjoy different scenery in different seasons: pear blossoms in the valley and flowers in the mountains in spring; lush mountains and forests in summer; red leaves all over the mountains and rainbows in the sky in autumn; snow and waves in winter. In addition, Qianshan also has a variety of tourist activities and facilities for tourists to experience, such as hiking, temple visits, and photography.
In short, Qianshan Mountain in Anshan is a tourist destination integrating natural scenery, cultural landscapes, and historical culture. Whether you are a tourist who likes hiking and exploring, or a tourist who likes cultural exploration, you can find your own fun here.