The Four Seasons of Shiren Mountain

Conditions on the Shiren Mountain vary greatly from season to season. In the spring, the birds sing, flowers blossom and the mountain is covered in rich greenery. In the summer, white clouds and mist engulf the hilltops, the trees are in full bloom and the weather is cool and pleasant. In autumn, the color of the trees and plants turns to golden brown. In the winter, Shiren Mountain is, like much of North China, covered in snow, giving the mountain an enchanted look and feel.

Forestry

The Shiren Mountain is rich in natural resources. It is home to some 1, 211 different species of plants and a number of rare animals. The forest is heavily populated by metasequoia trees and lichen, marking the remains of a glacier, which is why biologists call the forest a "living fossil."

All kinds of pines stand firmly on the mountain's steep cliffs and perilous peaks. In April, different colored azaleas reach full bloom and spread across the mountain to form an ocean of beautiful flowers.

Service facilities at the site are excellent; a 2,000 meter (1.24 miles) long granite glide-slope and two cable car routes serve both the Shiren and Hongfeng Valleys, providing easy access to all parts of the mountain.

Tips:

1. From April 20th to June 10th, the mountain hosts the highly recommended Azalea Festival. At the same time, a number of stunt shows are held to add to the fun.

2. The best time to visit the Shiren Mountain Scenic Area is between April and October.

Getting There:

1. Take a bus from Lushan County Bus Station or a long-distance bus to the Shiren Mountain Scenic Area. Between 6am and 6pm, buses leave every 20 minutes.

2. Take a taxi from Lushan County to the Shiren Mountain Scenic Area.

Fees: Entrance Fee: CNY 80 Cable Car: CNY 50 (round trip)

CNY 30 (one way to peak)

CNY 25 (one way to foot) Glide Slope: CNY 25 Opening Hours: 09:00-17:30