Cangshan Mountain.

Cangshan Mountain, also known as Diancang Mountain, is also called Diancang Mountain, Xiong Cang Mountain and Dali Mountain in ancient books. It belongs to the Hengduan Mountains Yunling, which is the southern extension of the Himalayan orogenic belt. It is located in the central part of Dali Bai Autonomous Prefecture, Yunnan Province, west of Erhai Lake. It is the boundary mountain between Dali City and Yangbi Yi Autonomous County. The mountain range runs from northwest to southeast. It starts from Guanglanba Pass in the west of Huatianba, north of Dali City, and ends at Xier River in the south. It is about 48 kilometers long and about 18 kilometers wide from east to west. The Cangshan Mountain range consists of 19 peaks, with an altitude of 3074 to 4122 meters. The highest peak, Malong Peak, has an altitude of 4122 meters, with a relative height difference of about 2500 meters from the west slope valley and about 2100 meters from the east slope Erhai Lake. The Dali Cangshan Scenic Area is located in Dali City, Yunnan Province, China. It is a World Natural Heritage Site and a National Scenic Area. It attracts many tourists with its unique natural landscape and rich cultural heritage. Cangshan has three cable cars, including Zhonghe Cable Car, Xima Tan Cable Car and Gantong Cable Car. Among them, Xima Tan Cable Car is the main cable car, connecting the north and south ends of Cangshan. On Cangshan Mountain, you can enjoy the majestic nineteen peaks, which form a strong contrast with the serene and beautiful Erhai Lake. I. Natural Landscape Cangshan is a landmark attraction in Dali, consisting of nineteen peaks. Between each two peaks, there is a stream flowing down into Erhai Lake. The natural landscape of Cangshan is very spectacular, with overlapping peaks, clouds and mist, gurgling streams and lush forests, like a beautiful picture scroll. Tourists can stroll along the mountain path, enjoy the magnificent scenery of Cangshan, and feel the beauty and mystery of nature. II. Cultural Heritage Cangshan not only has beautiful natural landscapes, but also has a rich cultural heritage. On Cangshan Mountain, there is a peak called "Yingyue Peak", which is said to be the "Husband-watching Peak" of the Nanzhao King. On Yingyue Peak, there is a giant stone called "Longxi", on which the three characters "Zhonghe Temple" are engraved. This was written by Dong Qichang, a famous calligrapher of the Ming Dynasty. These three characters are powerful and majestic, and are a masterpiece of calligraphy. On the hillside of Cangshan, there is an ancient temple called "Zhonghe Temple", which is one of the oldest existing temples in Dali. Zhonghe Temple was built in the Tang Dynasty and has been expanded and renovated over the generations. The temple has buildings such as the Hall of Heavenly Kings, the Hall of Great Compassion, and the Scripture Building. The most famous is the "Zhonghe Temple Pagoda", which is one of the tallest ancient pagodas in Yunnan Province. The pagoda is towering, and it is interesting to see it with Cangshan Mountain. III. Ethnic Customs Dali is a multi-ethnic region, and the residents around Cangshan are mainly Bai people. The Bai people are an ethnic group with a long history and unique culture. Their architecture, clothing, dance, marriage customs, etc. all have strong local characteristics. Tourists can taste local delicacies in the towns at the foot of Cangshan, enjoy Bai ethnic dance performances, and participate in local festivals to learn more about Bai culture and lifestyle. IV. Hiking and Adventure Cangshan is a great place for hiking and adventure. Tourists can choose different hiking routes, walk along mountain roads, cross forests, cross streams, climb peaks, and experience the charm of nature. During the hike, you can also enjoy the exotic flowers and plants, rare animals, etc. on Cangshan Mountain, and broaden your horizons. For tourists who like to challenge themselves, they can choose some more difficult hiking routes to challenge their physical and mental strength. V. Hot Spring Leisure Dali has abundant geothermal resources. There are many hot springs around Cangshan. These hot springs have excellent water quality and have certain effects on relieving fatigue and treating diseases. Tourists can relax and enjoy the comfort of hot spring baths after visiting Cangshan. In the hot spring, you can take a bath, swim, play water fights, release pressure, and experience a different way of leisure. In summary, Dali Cangshan Scenic Area is a comprehensive tourist destination integrating natural landscapes, cultural heritage, ethnic customs, hiking and adventure, and hot spring leisure. Tourists can enjoy the magnificent natural scenery, appreciate the long history and culture, experience the strong ethnic customs, challenge themselves, and relax their bodies and minds.