Scenic spot introduction:
According to legend, Taojin Mountain got its name from people who panned for gold here in the past. It was also called "Tunjun Mountain" because it once stationed troops. The scenic spot is located 3 kilometers west of Shaxian County, Fujian Province, with an altitude of 501 meters and a total area of 6 square kilometers. The scenic spot was first built in the Song Dynasty and took shape in the Yuan and Ming dynasties. The trees in Taojin Mountain are lush and green, showing a subtropical green broad-leaved forest community structure. There are more than 200 kinds of plants, and the forest is surrounded by ancient vines, making the scenic spot even more secluded and elegant. The giant carved reclining Buddha and the wild iron trees in Taojin Mountain are both known as "two wonders".Attractions distribution:
The main attractions in Taojin Mountain Scenic Area include Dingguang Reclining Buddha, Millennium Iron Tree Group, Foguang Cave, Hundred Gold Pictures, Maitreya Buddha, Wood and Stone Wonder, etc.Scenic spot qualifications:
Provincial scenic spotsScenic spot features:
photography, mountain climbing, reclining Buddha, iron tree, reclining Buddha, famous mountainsAttraction Address
Travel Guide
Best time to visit:
All seasons
Tourist Transportation
Scenic spot location:
China>Fujian Province>Sanming City>Sha County
How to get there:
The scenic spot is about 3 kilometers away from the urban area of Shaxian County. You can charter a car to go there. The reference price for one-way fare is 15 yuan.
Scenic area map:
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Attraction Tickets
Gold Rush ticket price:
25 Yuan
Scenic area opening hours:
7:00-17:00