Taishan Mountain, Shandong Province

Taishan Mountain is renowned as Dongyue (the Sacred Mountain of East China) that ranks No. 1 among the five most important mountains in China. In 1987, Mount Tai was listed as a Cultural and Natural World Heritage site and honored "World Geopark" in 2006. It is well known for its grandness, elevation and width. The typical character of natural scenery of Mount Tai is imposing. Its scenes include: cragged cliff, deep canyon and gorge, grotesque peak and strange rocks, good vegetation and the flowing springs.

In snowy days, Taishan Mountain appears taller and straighter. The morning sunrise and the sea of clouds are two natural wonders visitors should not miss.

Admission fee: 100 yuan (Dec.1–Jan.31); 125 yuan (Feb.1–Nov.30)

Transportation: take the No.3 city bus from Tai'an Railway Station and get off at Hongmen Road. Tour bus Line 1 and Line 2 are also available at the Tai'an Railway Station.