Phoenix Mountain (Dandong)
The "No. 1 mountain of eastern Liaoning", famed for its steepness: highlights are perilous stretches such as Laoniubei (Old Ox Back), Tianxiajue (Peerless Precipice) and Jianyan Peak plus a glass walkway, and a cable-car loop tour takes approx. 4-5 hours
Visitor info
- Opening hours
- 06:00-17:00 (subject to official announcements)
- Ticket
- approx. CNY 80
Price is indicative — final quote on inquiry.
The "No. 1 mountain of eastern Liaoning", famed for its steepness: highlights are perilous stretches such as Laoniubei (Old Ox Back), Tianxiajue (Peerless Precipice) and Jianyan Peak plus a glass walkway, and a cable-car loop tour takes approx. 4-5 hours. According to records, Emperor Taizong of Tang came here on an eastern tour during the Zhenguan era and bestowed the name "Phoenix Mountain"; the mountain has long been a renowned Taoist mountain of eastern Liaoning, retaining old buildings such as the Yaowang (Medicine King) Temple. Autumn red leaves and seas of clouds are at their peak, its perilous peaks and stone paths have a style unique among Liaoning's mountains, and it draws dense crowds of outdoor enthusiasts.
Getting there: High-speed rail to Fengcheng East Station, then approx. 20 minutes by bus
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