Ningwu Luya Mountain: Peaks upon peaks of verdant beauty, a screen stretching continuously

Located in Dongzhai Town, Ningwu County, Xinzhou City, Shanxi Province, Luya Mountain is not only the source of the Fen River, the mother river of Shanxi, but also stands tall as the second highest peak in Shanxi after Mount Wutai. Its magnificent scenery has earned it national honors such as the AAAA-level tourist attraction and national geological park, and it has been included in the tentative list of China's natural and cultural dual heritage, truly a world-class ecological treasure. Its name originates from the unique shape of the mountain, which resembles the 'sprout of a reed'. Luya Mountain is not only renowned for its beautiful natural scenery but also because it is the only Buddhist pilgrimage site of Pilu in China, with the Prince's Hall considered a sacred place of the Buddha's crown. The entire scenic area, with Luya Mountain at its core, is surrounded by attractions such as Malun Grassland, Little Luya Mountain, the Perennial Ice Cave, and the Millennium Geyser, each filled with mystery and charm. This scenic area, where mountains and waters depend on each other, integrates ten major landscapes including mountains, rocks, forests, grasslands, caves, lakes, springs, valleys, temples, and passes, showcasing the unique charm of the original high-mountain landscape in the north. Here, not only is there the magnificent scenery of national geological parks and national forest parks, but also the ecological beauty of national nature reserves and national water conservancy scenic areas, enriched with the profound connotations of China's folk culture tourism demonstration areas. On this vast land, the primitive secondary forests, grasslands, and rich animal and plant resources together constitute a vibrant ecological painting. Among them, Malun Grassland, with its unique subalpine meadow scenery, is known as the 'Shangri-La of the North', bringing an unforgettable natural experience to visitors.