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Mount Mian

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Introduction

Geography

  • ๐Ÿ—บ๏ธ Location: Mount Mian is situated in Jiexiu, Jinzhong, Shanxi Province, North China.
  • โ›ฐ๏ธ Mountain Range: It is a branch of the Taihang Mountains.
  • ๐ŸŒŠ Nearby River: Located south of the Fen River.
  • ๐Ÿ“ Size: The scenic area covers 75 kmยฒ (29 sq mi).
  • ๐Ÿ” Highest Peak: The highest peak reaches 2,440 meters (8,010 ft).
  • ๐ŸŒฟ Vegetation: The area has diverse vegetation studied by Shanxi University.
  • ๐Ÿชจ Notable Features: Includes Buddha Embrace Rock, Tiesuo Ridge, Yinkong Cavity, and the Mosta Dome.

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History

  • ๐Ÿ”ฅ Jie Zhitui: Known for the story of Jie Zhitui and the Cold Food Festival.
  • ๐Ÿฏ Temples: Duke Wen of Jin erected a temple in Jie's honor.
  • ๐Ÿ•Š๏ธ Taoism: Important Taoist site since the Spring and Autumn Period.
  • ๐Ÿ•‰๏ธ Buddhism: First Buddhist temple built under the Northern Wei.
  • โš”๏ธ Historical Battles: Site of battles during the Tang and Southern Song dynasties.
  • ๐Ÿ›๏ธ Restoration: Temples repaired during the Yuan dynasty.
  • ๐ŸŒฒ WWII: Temples damaged by Japanese forces in 1940.

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Major Attractions

  • ๐Ÿ‰ Dragon Head Temple: Includes over 20 sites, named after dragons appearing to Li Shimin.
  • ๐Ÿฒ Dragon Ridge Peak: Features a statue of Jie Zhitui and Tang barracks.
  • ๐Ÿ‰ Five Dragons' Traces: Gullies formed by dragons listening to a sermon.
  • ๐ŸŒฟ Guteng Valley: Known for its ancient vines and wildlife.
  • ๐Ÿ”ฅ Lord Jie Ridge: Site of Jie Zhitui's immolation and pilgrimage site.
  • ๐Ÿง˜ Nun Lee Cliff: Named after Princess Changzhao who became a nun.
  • ๐ŸŒŠ Qixian Canyon: Features paths, suspension bridges, and waterfalls.

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Events

  • ๐ŸŽ‰ Cold Food Festival: Annual celebration honoring Jie Zhitui.
  • ๐Ÿ•‰๏ธ Taoist Rites: Great Offering performed on the 28th day of the 4th month of the Chinese lunar calendar.
  • ๐ŸŽ‚ Lao-tze's Birth: Celebrations for Lao-tze's birth anniversary in March 2003.
  • ๐ŸŒŸ Great Offering: Second major Taoist rite in mainland China after the Communist victory held in 2001.

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Transportation

  • ๐Ÿ›ฃ๏ธ Main Road: Extends halfway up the peak.
  • ๐ŸšŒ Bus Routes: Connects major areas within the scenic area.
  • ๐Ÿš— Accessibility: Easily accessible by road from nearby towns and cities.
  • ๐Ÿšถ Hiking Paths: Numerous paths for hiking and exploring the mountain.

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Travel Information
๐Ÿ“ย ย ย Address: V2PR+MRJ, Jiexiu, Jinzhong, Shanxi, China, 032099

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