Why is Wuling Mountain closed?

Reasons for the closure of Wuling Mountain: In order to better protect the biodiversity in the area, maintain the balance of forest ecosystem, avoid the interference and destruction of the habitats of key protected species, and make the creatures in the protected area better recuperate and the natural environment develop healthily.

Wuling Mountain is a national nature reserve with a forest coverage rate of 93%. The main peak is 2118m above sea level, which is the main peak of Yanshan Mountain (the highest peak in Yanshan Mountain, East Monkey Peak, is 2292m above sea level). It belongs to temperate continental monsoon mountain climate, with the characteristics of the same season of rain and heat, long winter and short summer, distinct four seasons, cool summer and large temperature difference between day and night.

The complexity of the terrain determines the diversity of the climate, which is known as "peach blossoms float under the mountain, snowflakes fly on the mountain", "rainy days on the mountain, sunny days on the mountain" and "three miles and three days are different, one mountain has three seasons". The annual average temperature is 7.6℃, and the hottest monthly average temperature is 17.6℃, which is the "summer island" in the "hot sea" of North China. The northern limit of macaque distribution means that there are no wild primates in the world to the north of Wuling Mountain. Although there are macaques in Hokkaido, Japan and Shihezi, Xinjiang, they are only kept artificially.

Wuling mountain tourism

Another activity that can't be missed in Wuling Mountain Scenic Area is the trip to the sea of clouds. In the morning, standing on the top of the mountain overlooking, you can see the dense fog, which makes people feel like they are in the clouds. This magnificent natural landscape is called "Fog Sea", which is one of the characteristics of Wuling Mountain. In addition, there are many activities such as rafting, mountaineering and photography for tourists to choose from. In drifting, enjoying the coolness of the mountain stream and feeling the stimulation of the rapids is an excellent place for summer vacation.

In addition to the natural landscape, Wuling Mountain Scenic Area is also rich in human landscape. This is the cultural center of Hunan, with a long history and strong tradition. Known as the best destination for "walking into Hunan rural culture, getting in touch with Hunan rural civilization and appreciating Hunan rural characteristics". Wuling Mountain Scenic Area is dominated by Buddhist culture, and temples such as Xianyun Temple, Tea Temple and Bordet Ji are important carriers of spiritual culture. Here, you can enjoy the quiet atmosphere and forget the noise of the world.

Reference to the above content: Baidu Encyclopedia-Wuling Mountain