Jincheng News, Yellow River News Network Strolling through the streets of Jincheng, one unexpectedly encounters millennia of history; venturing deep into the Taihang Mountains, one immediately embraces nature's awe-inspiring wonders. Recently, this city, hailed as the “Pearl of the Taihang,” has drawn countless visitors with its unique natural landscapes and profound cultural heritage.
The majestic Taihang Mountains here sketch a landscape where grandeur and ethereal beauty intertwine. The bizarre peaks and rocks of Wangmang Ridge pierce the clouds, while the cliff-hanging highway of Xiyagou winds like a coiled dragon along sheer cliffs. The alpine meadows of Lishan Mountain's Shunwangping are shrouded in mist, resembling a fairyland. Jueshan Mountain and the White Horse Temple are bathed in mist and rosy clouds, while Tai Chi Lake shrouded in fog creates the breathtaking panorama of “Tai Chi Above the Clouds.”
The cultural relics are equally awe-inspiring. Ancient Ming and Qing dynasty structures like the Imperial City Mansion and Xiangyu Ancient Fortress, with their towering walls and ornately carved mansions, bear witness to the former glory and resilience of Shanxi merchants. Strolling through these sites feels like stepping back in time, touching the pulse of history.
Today, Jincheng has evolved into a livable ecological city. Its streets are shaded by green trees, dotted with parks, and embraced by mountains and rivers. It possesses the grace of southern water towns while retaining the boldness of northern mountain cities, truly a shining pearl atop the Taihang Mountains. (Zhang Shao Yi)