Jiashan National Forest Park is situated 8 kilometers southeast of Shimen County in Hunan Province. It gets its name from its landform: two peaks stand facing each other in the east and west, with a passage running through the north and south.
The park has a planned area of 1,530 hectares and an operational area of 740 hectares, with a forest coverage rate of over 90%. Surrounded by lush peaks and thriving trees, it enjoys fresh air and a quiet environment. Renowned across the south of the Yangtze River for its long history and stunning natural scenery, it is a suburban forest park and was rated a China AAA-level Tourist Attraction in 2001.
Based on abundant forest resources and profound historical culture, the park features Lingquan Buddhist Temple, King Chuang's Mausoleum, Jade Belt Lake, Ancient Jiashan Street and Buddha Light Pavilion. It showcases the charm of a sacred Buddhist land, the story of Li Zicheng's seclusion, the origin of tea ceremony, beautiful lakes and mountains, and simple local folk customs.
Admission Fee: ¥35 per person
Transportation
As a suburban forest park, Jiashan Mountain stays away from urban hustle while being closely connected to Shimen County. Shimen is a vital railway hub in northwestern Hunan linking all directions. Provincial Highway 1848 passes through the park. City shuttle buses run to and fro every 10 minutes, offering highly convenient access for tourists.