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Attractions of Yutai Mountain

Stone of Yutai Mountain

Yutai Mountain starts in the south from the Wujiang River and in the northwest from the Yangtze River, adjacent to the Zilu Stream in the east, connecting the three rivers. The vegetation coverage of the Yutai Mountain is more than 96% with various plants and animals species. Many unique scenic spots or attractions full of mysterious colors can be found here in the Yutai Mountain.

Enchanting Statue of Avalokiteshvara

In the eyes of the common people, Avalokiteshvara is a merciful Buddha with kind heart and her image is always tranquil and dignified, nice and kind. However, statue of Avalokiteshvara in the Yutai Mountain is quite winsome and enchanting. She smiles gently and holds prayer beads in her hand with graceful bearing, displaying a distinctive beauty. This enchanting statue of Avalokiteshvara is unique among the countless statues of Avalokiteshvara.

Windmill Stone

Windmill (in Chinese it is called "fengche") is a kind of agricultural tool used by the peasants to blow the ash and dust away from the grains. This Windmill Stone is a huge stone in the shape of a windmill. For thousands of years, the Windmill Stone had always been here, blessing the local people to have smooth life and good harvests. However, in a morning of the ninth month in Chinese lunar calendar of 1959, the sleeping people were waked up by a blare sound. It was the sound of the Windmill Stone rolling down from the Yutai Mountain.

Suitcase Rock

Suitcase Rock is a huge rock in the shape of a suitcase with a semi-circle stone like the cover of the suitcase. There is a legend among the local people that in the rock hides lots of treasures. Anyone finds these treasures will be able to purchase the whole Chongqing. This story has been passed down from generation to generation, yet it is still unsure whether there are treasures in the rock. It deserves a visit.

Altar of Praying for Rain

An altar of praying for rain is located on the acme of Fuling with an altitude of 862 meters. In the ancient times, the altar is used to hold the rituals of praying for rains when the area is in drought, which is quite mysterious and supernatural. Standing on the altar, you can enjoy an overlook of the whole Fuling and also an overview of the Yangtze River.