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Friday, July 17, 2009

PhotoHunt - Rock(s)

During a business trip to China a few years ago, I made a brief visit to Huangshan after reading that it had become a favourite getaway for hikers, trekkers and nature lovers. Huangshan or Yellow Mountain which is located in the southern part of Anhui Province, is a fascinating place of attraction that is worth anyone's time. From the unique rock formations to steaming hot springs, ancient pine trees to endless sea of clouds, I was totally captivated by the wonders of this place.

Climbing up the mountain can be a challenging yet daunting task which takes about 3 hours. As the hike up was incredibly long and strenuous, we took the cable car to the top of the mountain, stayed overnight and walked down the mountain the following day. Alternatively, you can take the good old-fashioned way depending on your level of fitness and tolerance for crowds. Trust me, the hike wasn't the easiest thing in the world, with lots of steep pathways.

No matter what route you take, you will discover amazing rocks, beautiful pine trees and wonderful views. I felt content for having seen as much as there was to see in Huangshan.

Apparently, the scenes from the Oscar award movie 'Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon' were partly shot here.


There are a total of 72 peaks in all. Interestingly enough, these mountains with unique rock formations are given fanciful names after some creature or figure they resemble.
It was just an amazing experience being able to see so much beauty in the unexpected.



Have a great weekend and happy photo hunting!

First Commenter - Sue

38 comments:

  1. Wow! These are terrific pics for the theme, and what an awe inspiring place! Happy photo hunting!

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  2. I've heard so much about Huangshan... yet to visit it. It's beautiful!

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  3. Hey! They sure look like those in typical Chinese brush painting. Wonderful!

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  4. Wow! The view is simply breathtaking.

    Hmm... I wonder if I'm fit enough for the trek to the top. :)

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  5. Thanks so much for taking us on this wondrous tour of the incredible and beautiful rock formations.

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  6. Those are simply beautiful rocks. Exactly like the chinese water paintings. So inspiring XD

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  7. Stunning images. Oh I am so envious of your trip.

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  8. These are simply amazing shots for this theme, what a wonderful place to visit.
    Happy weekend to you.

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  9. Wow that is such a beautiful place. I think I would chosse the cable car too but it looks like an amazing place to visit! Happy weekend

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  10. What beautiful landscapes! I'd like to see that part of the world someday.

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  11. The rockscape is truly magnificent with it's grandeur and form. It was a good decision to check out this place when you were there. These are nature's wonders that we don't get to see on a regular basis.

    Have a pleasant weekend dear!

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  12. Wow! You went to China for Business? You are a businesswoman? Hehe :D Huangshan? Never heard of it but I bet it must be a breathtaking place to be right?

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  13. Hmm....from your photos, I think these scenery always appear in movies and drama right? Because it is unique. I personally love the 3rd photo. OMG! So gorgeous.

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  14. All in all there are 72 peaks? My...that is a lot. I thought only a few. And they are named after creatures? But there are 72 of them o. Haha :D

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  15. Looks like I place I would love to visit and hike in. Amazing shots!

    Happy weekend!

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  16. Huge rocks! Like the ones in Chinese paintings eh?

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  17. Great series of rock photos:) Very nice job!
    Happy PH,

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  18. wow - that's so beautiful (Such a beautiful place!)

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  19. Ahhh, nature's beauty indeed! Such a serene place!

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  20. Great pictures. Would love to go there some day. How easy would it be to travel around there on one's own and without knowledge of Chinese??

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  21. You are very talented -- I think these do look like the movie CTHD
    and the Dragon Fly below is just so special

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  22. What a nice view!!

    Great take on this week's theme. :)

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  23. Such fabulous rocks there. great choice for the theme.

    happy weekend.

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  24. What a beautiful landscape, I love these high rocky mountains. Very interesting for me to see some from China !

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  25. Wow! What can I say - another amazing place to think about. Thanks for sharing.

    Have a great weekend!

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  26. For my fitness level now, I think I will choose the cable too. The view is truly awesome.

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  27. Absolutely amazing photo shares!!! That last photo is just awe inspiring.

    My rocks are now posted. Won't you try to stop by to view my photos today? Have a great weekend.

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  28. How breath taking your photos are! They just capture the beauty of the rocks. And how peaceful one must feel being there.

    My rocks are here.

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  29. The landscape is so beautiful. I really like the one with the trees growing out of the craggy sides.

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  30. Wow! This place is so beautiful! I am sure I will love to be there!

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  31. Climbing mountains? I have not even attempted our very own Mount Kinabalu! Haha!

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  32. Will be going to Guilin, China in 2 weeks time! Hope to see beautiful sceneries there! : )

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  33. These are huge rocks, larger than boulders, these are gigantic mountains of rock. Very nice photos.

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  34. Just beautiful! You grabbed some amazing shots here! Thanks for visiting me!

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  35. so beautiful. i wonder if the scenery would still be the ame in 20 years time.

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