Wuyishan Scenic and Historic Interest Area, Mountain heritage site in Fujian Province, China.
Wuyishan is a mountain range with steep cliffs, deep valleys, and thick forests that spread across a large area in Fujian Province. The Nine-Bend Stream winds through the mountains, creating a scenic water route that connects different sections of this landscape.
The region became a center for tea farming starting in the Tang Dynasty, when growers developed the distinctive processing methods for which this area is still known. This tradition shaped the region's development for over a thousand years.
The region has been defined by tea production for over a thousand years, and visitors can observe tea masters at work in small pavilions throughout the mountains. The ceremonies and techniques here represent a living tradition that shapes how locals relate to this landscape daily.
The site has multiple hiking trails of varying difficulty and boat tours available on the river. Bring sturdy footwear and be prepared for weather that can change quickly at higher elevations.
The nine sharp curves of the river are so distinctive that they gave the entire region its name and are a primary reason people come to explore by boat. These narrow passages have historically sheltered rare plant and animal species that survive nowhere else in the landscape.
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