Things to do in Danjiangkou

Taiji Gorge Scenic Area

Taiji Gorge Tourist Area is situated in Shigu Town, Danjiangkou City. It is an important component of Danjiangkou National Forest Park. It is believed to be where Emperor Zhenwu, a deity in Taoism, lived and trained in seclusion. The area contains Danxia landform. There are many natural attractions, including karst caves. In particular, two mountains -- Mount Qinglong and Mount Huanglong -- form a natural Taichi pattern; it is a rare and interesting natural scenery.

Purple Heaven Palace - Grand Hall

Zixiao Hall is the main hall of Zixiao Palace. It is not only a double-eave hip-and-gable wooden hall but also a Taoist building featuring a beam-lifting wooden structure. The hall enshrines Great Emperor Zhenwu, and its structure and layout are scientifically sound, with a harmonious and unified artistic style, an ancient charm, and great historical significance.

Danjiangkou Dam

Danjiang Dam is located in Danjiangkou, with a total length of2.5km and a dam crest elevation of approx. 160+ m. Here, visitors can enjoy the beautiful scenery of the dam and learn about its development history.

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Emperor Qinshihuang's Mausoleum Site Museum

Emperor Qinshihuang's Mausoleum Site Museum is a large site museum built on the site of the Terracotta Army pits, which are located approx. 1.5 km east of the mound of Emperor Qinshihuang's Mausoleum. In March 1974, farmers from Xiyang Village accidentally unearthed fragments of terracotta figures while digging a well, and archaeological exploration confirmed Pit 1; in 1976, Pits 2 and 3 were successively discovered to the north of Pit 1. This army, which had slumbered for over 2,000 years, was thus brought back to light, and the discovery of the Terracotta Army has been hailed as "one of the great discoveries in the history of 20th-century archaeology." Pit 1 is the main military formation among the three pits, stretching over 200 m from east to west, with an estimated 6,000 pottery figurines and horses buried inside. Standing at the edge and looking down, armored warrior figurines, war chariots, and pottery horses are arrayed eastward in battle formation. A closer look at each figure reveals different facial shapes, hairstyles, beards, and even hand gestures. The figurines were originally painted all over, but most of the paint has peeled off and discolored due to fire and long burial. Pit 2 is L-shaped, with crossbowmen, cavalry, and charioteers arranged in a mixed formation; the vividly expressive kneeling archer was unearthed here. Pit 3 is small in scale, and scholars believe the ceremonial guard figurines and war chariots unearthed there indicate it served as the command center—known in ancient times as a "military tent"—directing the formations in Pits 1 and 2. The bronze swords, pi halberds, spears, crossbow triggers, and large quantities of arrowheads unearthed from the pits—many still sharp after more than 2,000 years—demonstrate the sophistication of Qin dynasty metallurgy. The Emperor Qinshihuang's Mausoleum Site Museum and the Qin Shi Huang Mausoleum at the foot of Mount Li were originally one integrated whole. After Qin Shi Huang ascended the throne at the age of 13, he began constructing the mausoleum, conscripting hundreds of thousands of laborers over a period spanning more than 30 years; the terracotta army, which replaced human sacrifice with figurines, served as the underground guard for this imperial mausoleum. To avoid the crowds during your visit, you might want to see Pit 3 and Pit 2 first, and then take your time to experience the awe-inspiring scene of Pit 1 last. After viewing the terracotta pits, you can also take the attraction's shuttle bus to Lishan Garden, where Emperor Qinshihuang's mausoleum is located; the Acrobats Pit, the Civil Officials Pit, and the Bronze Chariots and Horses Museum are all within the garden. The two painted bronze chariots and horses, cast at half the scale of real chariots, are exquisitely crafted with brilliantly gleaming gold and silver fittings, and are well worth a special trip to see.

Qiongtai

Qiongtai, located approx. 10 km from the southeast foot of Tianzhu Peak on Wudang Mountain, is divided into the Upper, Middle, and Lower Temples, and serves as the starting point for the Wudang Mountain passenger cableway as well as an important visitor hub.

Crow Ridge

Crow Ridge is located within the Wudang Mountain Nanyan Geological Heritage Park. It is named after "Crows Catching Food," one of the famous "Eight Dynamic Sights" of Wudang Mountain that once occurred here, and now serves as a resting place for tourists during their visit.

Wudang Mountain Happy Valley Tourist Area

Wudang Mountain Happy Valley Tourist Area is located by the mountains and rivers. It not only has beautiful natural scenery, but also offers Wudang bungee jumping, rafting adventure, flying zipline, CS competition, dragon boat speedboat, outdoor development, ecological sightseeing, Dining and accommodation, shallow treasure hunting and other outdoor activities.

Wudang Canyon First Drift

Wudang Canyon Rafting is located in Huanglong Mountain Attraction, Langhe Town, Danjiangkou City, Hubei Province. It is the largest rafting in northwest Hubei with the longest natural river, complete infrastructure and intact ecological protection. It has a superior geographical location, with mountains and water. The canyon is winding and sometimes slow and sometimes fast. The cliffs on both sides are towering and the forests are dense. During the day, you can enjoy the thrills on the water and the beautiful scenery along the coast. At night, you can also enjoy the bonfire party with a strong Alishan style. The entire Attraction is "majestic, dangerous, beautiful, strange and secluded" and can be called an ideal place for water tourism.

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