Mount Danxia
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Mount Danxia ( ) is a noted scenic mountainous area in Renhua County, in the northern part of Guangdong province. It is described on the local signage as a "world famous UNESCO geopark of China". It was inscribed as part of the China Danxia World Heritage Site in 2010 because of its unique geographical in formations and spectacular scenery. It is also an AAAAA Chinese attraction.
Mount Danxia ( ) is a noted scenic mountainous area in Renhua County, in the northern part of Guangdong province. It is described on the local signage as a "world famous UNESCO geopark of China". It was inscribed as part of the China Danxia World Heritage Site in 2010 because of its unique geographical in formations and spectacular scenery. It is also an AAAAA Chinese attraction.
Description
The Danxia area is formed from a reddish sandstone which has been eroded over time into a series of outcrops surrounded by spectacular cliffs and many unusual rock formations known as the Danxia landform. There are a number of temples located on the mountains and many scenic walks can be undertaken. There is also a river winding through the mountains on which boat trips can be taken.
Rock formations
Among other attractions that make the Danxia range interesting, the area has the following characteristic stone formations: Yang Yuan Stone, ( "male/father stone") bearing a remarkable resemblance to a phallus Yin Yuan Stone or hole, which somewhat resembles a vulva. Breasts Stone, human breast-shaped rocky outcrops on a cliff hanging above the ground. Sleeping Beauty, a rocky range resembling a sleeping maiden.
Features
File:Sunset from Xuanjitai 3.jpg|Rocky summits File:丹霞山 06 (cropped).jpg|Craggy face File:Danxia 0746.JPG|Red cliff File:Slot Canyon at Danxiashan.jpg|Slot canyon File:Danxiashan yangyuanshi.jpg|Yang Yuan Stone File:Female Stone 2.jpg|Yin Yuan Stone
See also
China Danxia List of World Heritage Sites in China List of mountains named The Sleeping Lady Sacred Mountains of China
References
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