The Qinling Mountains hide 7 secret realms, with scenery so breathtaking

The Qinling Mountains are the boundary mountains between the north and south of China and the geographical dividing line between the north and south of China. It is also a place beloved by nature. Dense primeval forests, clear meandering streams, verdant high mountain meadows, and sometimes shrouded in misty clouds. Away from the hustle and bustle of the city, delve into the hinterland of the Qinling Mountains, feel the quiet and mystery unique to the lesser-known secret realms, and enjoy the beauty of nature up close. In the green mountains and clear waters, there are surprises everywhere! 1. Beiyang Mountain Beiyang Mountain is covered with stone forests, stone buds, sinkholes, and other landforms. The mountain has a peculiar shape and is known as the first stone forest in the northwest. Climbing the mountain along the path, you will see stalagmite landforms all the way, and the continuous slopes are full of rugged rocks, as if you are on an alien planet, stunningly beautiful and shocking, appreciating the craftsmanship of nature. Address: Located in Zhen'an County, Shangluo City, Shaanxi Province 2. Huayang Meadow Huayang Meadow is a beautiful high mountain pasture known as Xi'an's backyard garden. It is far from the hustle and bustle. Climbing to the top of the mountain, you have a broad view, and what catches your eye is a beautiful large meadow. Camping on the mountain top, you can watch a beautiful sunrise and sunset, and also enjoy the starry sky. The surroundings are relatively open, with no obstructions and light pollution, making it a great place for stargazing. Address: Located in Huayang Township, Huayin City, Weinan City 3. Xuanlong Ridge Xuanlong Ridge is a lesser-known hiking holy land around the Qinling Mountains, suitable for hiking beginners. It is easy to reach the top with little difficulty. Hiking to the top, you can enjoy the beautiful high mountain meadows and the fourth season glacial relic stone sea. Along the way, there are dense fir forests, and it's too beautiful and healing, definitely worth a visit. Address: Located 18 kilometers northeast of Caiziping in Ningshan County, Ankang City 4. Niubeiliang Niubeiliang is the most beautiful forest park in the Qinling Mountains, with vast and dense primeval forests, quiet and clear waterfalls and streams, and the natural scenery is picturesque. The air is fresh, as if you are in a fairyland on earth. Traveling through the mountains and waters, you can enjoy the infinite pleasure of nature and relax your body and mind. Address: Located in Zhujia Bay Village, Yingpan Town, Zhashui County, Shangluo City 5. Dapingliang Dapingliang is one of the four tortures of Qinling hiking, very challenging. Surrounded by peaks, rarely visited, the primitive natural scenery is very charming. Walking on the shady forest path, there are beautiful views all the way, and from the top, you can overlook the majestic Qinling Mountains, experiencing the quietness and beauty of the mountains. 6. Shizi Gully Pasture Shizi Gully Pasture is a high mountain meadow deep in the Qinling Mountains, with open terrain, retaining the most primitive appearance of the pasture. Under the blue sky and white clouds, on the green grassland, cattle and sheep are in groups, and the clear stream meanders, sketching out a leisurely and idyllic pastoral painting, accompanied by the mountain breeze, enjoying the tranquility of nature. Address: Located 100 meters northeast of the intersection of Liuzhang Road and Yingshi Road in Yingpan Village, Liuba County, Hanzhong City, Shaanxi Province 7. Xiguangtou Mountain Xiguangtou Mountain is the main ridge in the middle section of the Qinling Mountains and one of the classic crossing routes in the Qinling Mountains. It is also a beautiful secret realm in the depths of the Qinling Mountains that you can't refuse. It retains the original natural scenery, the original verdant meadows, and the undulating mountains. In the midsummer, you must walk into Xiguangtou Mountain to explore the most primitive meadows of the Qinling Mountains. Address: Located in Wangjiahe Yu Huang Temple Village, Zhouzhi County, Xi'an City