Maofeng mountain

Maofengshan Forest Park

synonym

Maofeng mountain (Guangzhou City, Guangdong Province) generally refers to Maofeng mountain forest park

Maofengshan Forest Park is located in the northeast of Guangzhou, with an area of about 30 square kilometers, starting from huakeng in the north, luobudong in the south, Shatian in the East and Toupi in the West. There are more than 20 peaks with an altitude of more than 200 meters around. Maofeng mountain is 534.9 meters above sea level, which is the highest peak in Guangzhou city. There are more than 20 peaks above 200 meters above sea level, forming a complex terrain. The absolute height of the mountain is not large, but the relative height difference is large. In addition, the steep hillside and deep valley give people a sense of boundlessness. The forest coverage rate of the whole park is more than 95%, with beautiful scenery and quiet environment.

geographical environment

Maofengshan Forest Park is located in the Northeast suburb of Guangzhou city. It was built in 1997 and was approved as a provincial forest park by the Provincial Forestry Bureau in 2001. Maofeng mountain is located at the junction of Taihe Town and Liangtian town in Baiyun District, 25 kilometers away from the center of the city. The park covers an area of 5362 hectares. Lianhua peak, the main peak of Maofeng mountain, is 534.9 meters above sea level, 163 meters higher than Baiyun Mountain. You can drive to the top of the mountain.

Maofeng mountain starts from huakeng in the north, luobudong in the south, Shatian in the East and Toupi in the west, covering an area of about 30 square kilometers. There are more than 20 peaks with an altitude of more than 200 meters around. Maofeng mountain is named because of its steep mountains, deep valleys, lush forests, and flowing water. Especially after the morning and evening rain, the mountain peak looms between the clouds, just like wearing a big snow-white hat.

Development history

Maofeng temple, built in the Five Dynasties (around 900 A.D.), is a famous temple in Yubei. It was destroyed several times, rebuilt several times, and once flourished. There is also a thousand year old road called "thousand step ladder". From the foot of the north mountain to the top of the peak, it is all paved with gneiss, with a total of 637 levels. The steep and tortuous ancient road is rare. There are also Longkou spring, fairy bed and the waterfall. At the foot of Maofeng mountain is Tongluowan reservoir, with wide water surface and beautiful environment.

In recent years, the park has increased investment in the development of Maofeng mountain, built a highway up the mountain, and built an ecological demonstration area. Tongluowan ecological demonstration area has built some scenic spots, such as the peak viewing Pavilion, the sign tower of the demonstration area, the lakeside Autumn Pavilion, the step ladder, the emerald Pavilion, the fishing area and the swimming pool. The main road of the park (Huanhu Road) is 6.5 km, and the climbing and fitness walking path is 19 km, forming a basic forest tourism road network. The scenic spot greening and the surrounding greening are 19600 square meters, and the whole demonstration area is completed 1000 hectares of forest area has been reconstructed, more than 30 tree species have been planted, and 20 kilometers of biological fire prevention forest belt has been built, creating a more beautiful and safe forest environment for the forest park; and trees have been listed for people to watch and understand, creating good conditions for Science Popularization Education in the demonstration area. Tongluowan ecological public welfare forest demonstration zone has formed a forest tourism environment with overlapping peaks, cloud and mist, thousands of trees and onion cages, birds singing and flowers fragrant, continuous spring sound and pleasant climate.

It has become a new trend for tourists to go to the forest park for leisure tourism, breathe fresh air and enjoy the negative ions known as "air vitamins". The highest value is 67000 pieces / cm3. According to the hygienic evaluation, the air quality in Maofengshan garden is grade A, which is the cleanest air. The climate in the forest is cool, fresh and pleasant. There is no severe cold in winter, no severe heat in summer, and flowers bloom all the year round. It is a rare tourist attraction in Guangzhou. Maofeng mountain is shady, quiet and elegant. The average noise of forest land in the park is 35.2 decibels, which is lower than the relevant national standards. It also meets the construction standard of Forest Park noise lower than 40 decibels.

The establishment of Mount fengfengshan Forest Park has added a new world of "close to nature, understanding nature, returning to nature, and pleasant scenery" for the people of Guangzhou. The mfengshan Forest Park has become a national Forest Park with unique south of the Five Ridges characteristics and has become an ecotourism resort for Guangzhou people.

Topography of scenic spot

The terrain is high in the middle and low in the surrounding, with ups and downs in the middle and inclining to the surrounding respectively. It belongs to the hilly and mountainous area on the northern edge of the Pearl River Delta, and the mountainous area is an extension of the Jiulian mountains. The highest Maofeng mountain is 534.9 meters above sea level, and the lowest is 22 meters above sea level. Maofeng mountain has steep slopes, deep valleys and complex and changeable terrain. It gives people a quiet and pleasant feeling with the sound of birds and the fragrance of flowers.

There are no big rivers in the park, but because the broad mountains are covered by good vegetation, there are abundant water resources, numerous gullies and streams, and clear mountains and waters all year round. There are three reservoirs in the park, namely, Tongluowan reservoir (415 mu), Helong reservoir (1310 mu) and Shatian reservoir (537 mu). The water body of the reservoir is clear and the water surface is as green as a mirror. In addition, there are many ponds in the park. The water area of the whole garden is more than 3012 mu. The three reservoirs, like three shining pearls, are inlaid in the middle, East and southwest of the park, providing a very superior natural landscape for the development of forest tourism.

geographical position

Maofengshan Forest Park is located in the center of Guangzhou, which is a natural oasis in the urban area. According to the conception of "landscape ecological city" and "International Garden City" in Guangzhou, it is another excellent Park following Yuexiushan Park and Baiyunshan park. It's another good place for citizens to climb mountains, keep fit and have leisure. Maofeng mountain forest park is open to the public, including the ecological demonstration area of Causeway Bay, Maofeng mountain mountaineering sightseeing area (including Maofeng ancient Temple Scenic Area) and Jiulongjian scenic area. Since 2002, tourists have been increasing year by year. 260000 in 2003 and 350000 in 2004. Maofeng mountain has become the first choice for leisure and vacation.

Maofengshan Forest Park is located in the outskirts of Guangzhou, the external traffic is very convenient. There are 105 National Highway and Beijing Zhuhai Expressway in the west, North 2nd Ring Road and South China expressway in the south. If you drive from downtown Guangzhou to the South Gate of Maofeng, it only takes 25 minutes to take the South China Express line. It takes only 10 minutes from the southwest gate to the top of Maofeng mountain to take the newly opened forest landscape Avenue. At present, there is a 3-line special bus from the zoo to Maofengshan park. In addition, there is a bus No. 501 on Baiyun road to jiufo town. There are also stops in Maofengshan scenic area. Temporary lines are added to Maofengshan Forest Park on holidays to facilitate tourists.

natural resources

The park has a humid monsoon climate in the south subtropical zone. It is rich in animal and plant resources. There are precious tree species such as Cinnamomum camphora, Phoebe sinensis, sightseeing wood, Alsophila spinulosa, and protected animals such as pangolin, owl, python, etc. Maofeng mountain has a mountain climate with a large temperature difference between day and night. Here, nine springs full of aura meander among the green trees of Cangshan Mountain, and then converge into a lake. The lake is spotless and clear as a mirror, so it is named "Jiulongjian". There is a world of flowers in Jiulongjian, where sunflowers, gerberas and roses of different colors and varieties are planted. The orchard, covering an area of 67 mu, is full of fruit fragrance. It is a great pleasure in life to appreciate flowers and fruits.

Tourism information

Practical information

admission ticket

Adult ticket 10 yuan; 1.2-1.5m children and students with valid certificates 5 yuan; children under 1.2m free. Sometimes enjoy the promotion price of 8 yuan on holidays.

Opening Hours

8: 00-17:00 (holiday time will be extended appropriately).

mode of transportation

Route 1: take bus no.529 (27 stops) from Guangzhou railway station to Taihe station, then transfer to Maofengshan bus (11 stops) to Maofengshan (gaowu Village) station. Cross the road and walk about 260 meters to Maofengshan Forest Park (ancient Temple scenic spot).

Attention, please pay attention to the following line details: Maofengshan bus (less frequency) (1 yuan for non air conditioned bus, 2 yuan for air conditioned bus; every 2 hours, every 1 hour during peak hours, 07:00-18:00).

Route 2: from Taihe subway station (exit d), cross the opposite road, walk about 80 meters to Taihe station terminus, take no.758 (take No.23 station) to Maofengshan (gaowu Village) terminus. Cross the road and walk about 260 meters to Maofengshan Forest Park (ancient Temple Scenic Area)

. It used to take no.758 (18 stops) at Longgui subway station (exit B1) to Maofengshan (ancient temple) terminus. From the first bus on May 18, 2019, line 758 will be adjusted from Longgui station to Taihe station. You can also take other bus lines to Forest Park intersection station, and then transfer to Maofengshan (gaowu Village) terminus.

Attention, please pay attention to the following line details: route 758 (every 30 minutes from 08:00 to 09:00, 17:00 to 18:30) every 60 minutes in other periods. The last bus is 21:30 and the whole journey is 2 yuan. Taihe subway station bus station starts at 2 yuan.

Address: the junction of Taihe Town and Liangtian Town, Baiyun District, Guangzhou

Longitude: 113.45687

Latitude: 23.303188

Tel: 020-87464696; 159203

Ticket information: market price: from 8.0 yuan

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