Wuyi Shan Makes List of World Happiest Places

08/02/2010 11:26:57

Wuyi Shan, also called Mount Wuyi or Mt. Wuyishan, was honorably placed in the list of the top 10 happiest places on earth by Lonely Planet, the world's largest travel guide book and traveler's online community, digital media publisher as well.

Light mist tries to mask the beautiful Wuyi Shan in the early morning.

Wuyi Shan shares the honor with other 9 places, including beautiful Pacific island Vanuatu, hilarious Montreal of Canda, self-claimed "town without a frown" Happy of Texas in USA, the on-land paradize Bhutan, tropic Coloumbia, the "warm heart of Africa" Malawi, Andorra, the northern European highlands Denmark and Hidakagwa of Japan.

Wuyishan, one of China's most beautiful mountain

In the appreciative comment of Wuyi Shan, Lonely Planet says as follows.

Despite its winsome name, Tian Xin Yong Le (the Ever-Happy Temple) is surrounded by drink sellers and an unromantic car park. Still, it's no surprise that the building is perpetually cheerful. The temple in Fujian Province's rugged north sits in a realm of secret valleys splashed with waterfalls and pocked with mysterious caves. Use hewn rock steps to explore, skirting tea bushes and bamboo groves to access Water Curtain Cave and Heavenly Tour Peak. Or take to the water - simple rafts topped with rattan chairs will float you down Nine Twists River, while guides point out the 4000-year-old niches carved in the cliff faces above. (Quote from Lonely Planet)

   Tian Xin Yong Le Temple, The Ever Happy Temple     Little monks salutes to the masters in a religious ceremony

For nature and outdoor activities lovers, Wuyi Shan is an absolute they should not miss in China. Outlandish mountains, appalling cliffs, thriving forests, limpid waters and fresh air, the mountain offers much more for visitors to enjoy trekking, climbing, kayaking or just take a leisurable stroll in the nature.

Bizarre stones and hills are commons of Wuyi Shan                The fascinating Cloud Sea

Rafting the Jiuqu River is definitely life-time experience.   Waterfalls at the mountain is enchanting and cool.

Chinese culture fans could also find the antique Ever Happy Temple (Tianxin Yongle Temple), Taoist's holy land Wuyi Palace and several other serene old temples, each could tells you long but admirable legends and history. Traditional Chinese architectures, sculptures, gardening and the peaceful atmospheres will make you feel at ease, physically and spiritually, especially after sipping some China best teas in a hundred-year-old pavilion.

          A huge blessing Happiness Buddha statue         The gate of Wuyi palace hides under green branches

               Typical Wuyi Shan residence                                A tranquil ancient street of Wuyi Mountain

Wuyi Shan is home to Chinese famous scholar Zhu Xi.    The tradition ritual of ancient Yu Nation (473 - 376 B.C.)

Travel tips:

Visitors should explore Wuyi Shan midweek to avoid tourist crowds; boat trips depart from Xing Cun and last one hour.

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