2020 Huangshi Dongfang Mountain Tickets are Free for National Medical Workers Time and Travel Guide

The famous scenic spot Dongfang Mountain in Huangshi has become free for medical workers across the country. This scenic spot has a long history, beautiful scenery, and is a very rich tourist attraction. When will it be free? The editor is here Let me give you a brief introduction in this article! Free policy

Free admission targets: medical workers across the country (with valid certificates such as physician certificate, nurse certificate or other qualification certificates related to medical work) and their parents, Spouses and children should go to the ticket office of the scenic spot to apply for free tickets. Group visits by medical workers can make an appointment with the scenic spot in advance.

Ticket-free period: from the date the scenic spot resumes operations to December 31, 2020. Dongfangshan Mountain Travel Guide

Introduction

Dongfangshan Mountain, known as the "No. 1 Mountain in the Three Chus", is located in the Xialu District of Huangshi. It is mainly composed of Manqian Nao, Lansheng Nao, Zoumazhai consists of three main peaks, covering an area of ??18 square kilometers. According to legend, Dongfang Shuo, the official of Taizhong, Emperor Wu of the Western Han Dynasty, was frustrated in his official career and wandered around the country. He settled here in about 100 BC. Dongfang Mountain was named after his surname.

Dongfangshan has picturesque scenery, pleasant climate and rich tourism resources. There are luxuriant plants in the mountains, with more than 2,000 species of herbaceous plants identified, and the forest coverage rate reaches 90%.

In the forest of bamboo sea, the ginkgo tree with a history of more than 1,200 years stands proudly and leads the way; The Eight Ancient Scenic Spots such as Yongchan Pass, Xianlu Rixuan, Green Pines Upside Down, and White Lotus Blooming Frequently" are particularly attractive and make people forget to leave; the Dongfangshan Reservoir, known as "a high mountain comes out of a flat lake", has sparkling blue waves and crystal clear bottom, which is even more Dongfang Mountain adds a bit of aura.

Dongfangshan has a long history and a long history of Buddhist culture. The Honghua Zen Temple, which was built in the early years of Emperor Xianzong of the Tang Dynasty, has gone through thousands of years and has been passed down to seventy-three generations. For thousands of years, the eminent monks of the Honghua Zen Temple In large numbers, three eminent monks came to Beijing to preach sermons. They were received by the emperor of the dynasty and were given special rewards.

Dongfangshan, which became the Buddhist Road in Southeast Hubei, is located in the west of Huangshi City and consists of three main peaks: Zoumazhai, Manqian Nao and Lansheng Nao. The three peaks stand side by side, each with its own characteristics. Dongfangshan Mountain is not high but has lush trees and deep forests. It has beautiful scenery, pleasant climate, many grasses and woody plants, and a forest coverage rate of more than 90%. It is the largest forest area in Huangshi City.

The eight ancient scenic spots such as "Changuan Yueyong, Lingquan Zhuoxi, and Daodong Yunting" have different styles and have cultivated beautiful and moving legends, attracting thousands of tourists. The Dongfangshan Mountains have a long history. As early as the Spring and Autumn Period, a small town "E" named after hunting equipment appeared on the bank of the Yangtze River in the Dongfangshan Mountains.

During the reign of Emperor Wu of the Western Han Dynasty, Dongfang Shuo, a generation of ancient wizards, once settled here. He collected medicines, made elixirs, and gave them to the people. Dongfang Mountain was also named after his surname. During the Three Kingdoms period, King Sun Quan of Wu established his capital in Wuchang. Due to its dangerous location, Dongfang Mountain became a strategic place for defending the military stronghold. Zoumazhai was the camp site of the Soochow Capital Guard at that time.

Dongfang Mountain has now become a tourist attraction integrating Buddhist culture and scenic tourism. In 1997, Dongfang Mountain was approved by the provincial government as a provincial scenic spot. In February 2003, it was rated as a national AA-level tourist attraction. Scenic area.

The 22 large and small temples represented by Dongfang Mountain are scattered among the mountains and ravines, forming the unique Buddhist cultural characteristics of Dongfang Mountain. In recent decades, Dongfangshan has successfully held four temple fairs, as well as the "Praying for World Peace Dharma Assembly" and "Teaching the Three Altar Precepts Dharma Assembly", with tourists and believers from more than 10 countries including the United States, Japan, Australia, and Singapore, and domestically including More than 20 cities and regions including Hong Kong, Macao and Taiwan.

Location

No. 99, Dongfang Shandong Road, Xialu District, Huangshi City, Hubei Province

Opening hours

06:00-17:30 (Summer), 06:30-17:00 (Winter) (January 1st - December 31st, Monday - Sunday)

Is this scenic spot pretty good? Everyone has time. Be sure to take a stroll here and enjoy the beautiful scenery of nature!