Mount Song, Sacred mountain peak in Henan, China
Mount Song extends across 70 kilometers with 72 peaks, reaching an elevation of 1,516 meters at its highest point near Dengfeng city.
The mountain gained spiritual importance during the Warring States Period between 476-221 BC, preceding the establishment of major Chinese religious practices.
The Shaolin Temple within Mount Song contains a Pagoda Forest of 240 decorated towers from the Tang Dynasty commemorating Buddhist abbots and monks.
The mountain features three main sections for visitors: the Shaolin Temple area, Zhongyue area, and Songyang area, each containing historical structures and temples.
The Songyue Pagoda, constructed during the Northern Wei Dynasty, stands as the first brick pagoda built in China.
Location: Henan
Elevation above the sea: 1,516 m
Part of: Sacred Mountains of China
GPS coordinates: 34.47265,112.93492
Latest update: May 27, 2025 11:49
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