Sanqingshan features precipitous eastern peaks, exotic western rock formations, elegant northern vistas and stunning southern landscapes, with towering summits standing in the center. Boasting a complete range of rare granite micro-landforms including ridges, rock walls, peak clusters, stone forests, pillars and spires, it is a natural museum of granite micro-landforms worldwide.
Over 880 million years of geological evolution, this land is rooted in granite and nurtures a rich diversity of ecosystems.
The thousand-year-old Taoist culture blends harmoniously with nature forged over hundreds of millions of years, embodying the Eastern wisdom of harmony between humanity and nature.
Over 880 million years of vicissitudes have carved the spectacular granite peak forests of Sanqingshan. Landmarks such as the Python Slithers out of Mountain, Oriental Goddess, alongside grotesque rock formations, hold the secrets of Earth's evolution. Explore this Global Geopark and embark on a geological journey across time.
More than 100 tangible heritages, including palaces, temples, pavilions, gateways and ancient paths as well as cliff inscriptions, coexist with five items of intangible cultural heritage. Blending Taoist traditions and folk customs, they form a cultural system with profound historical roots and rich humanistic charm.
Home to 1,728 wild animal species and 2,373 higher plant species, the area boasts a forest coverage rate of 90.1%. Here wildlife and rocks thrive side by side, weaving an ever-thriving natural landscape of enduring vitality.
Sanqingshan’s geoheritage is protected by regulations. We achieve sustainable development through conservation, education and cultural inheritance.
Geopark Updates
Sanqingshan UNESCO Global Geopark Held Special Tourism Channel Meetings In Huizhou And Dongguan From July 14 To 15, Partnering With Over 100 Local Travel Agencies And Enterprises To Develop Summer Group Tour Routes And Establish Regular Joint Promotion For The South China Market.
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Geopark Updates
The 2026 "Sing the Sanqing" Summer Concert at Sanqingshan has grandly opened. Relying on the unique mountain and water resources of the area, it creates an immersive outdoor music cultural tourism activity and enriches summer tourism formats.
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Adhering to the principle of "protection first and research-driven development", Sanqingshan leverages its granite geological relics to cooperate with research institutions and universities. It carries out basic surveys and monitoring focusing on granite geological evolution, peak forest landform features, geological heritage conservation and biodiversity protection, providing a solid foundation for the conservation and management of geological heritage.
Science education constitutes one of the three core pillars of UNESCO Global Geoparks. Sanqingshan UNESCO Global Geopark faithfully fulfills this mission by organizing science education lectures, research and study programs, Earth Day events and other themed activities. It spreads geoscience knowledge and advocates the philosophy of cherishing the Earth and living in harmony with nature. High-quality popular science efforts fuel the sustainable development of the geopark.
Designed based on the collision of the North China and Yangtze Plates, Sanqingshan Geological Museum takes the value of geological heirtages as its main thread. It presents the 880-million-year geological evolution of Sanqingshan, as well as local biodiversity, Taoist culture and folk customs. Integrating science, appreciation and fun, it is a major venue for science education.
This area features a variety of materials including the picture book seriesA Journey to Sanqingshan with us, scientific tour maps, brochures and popular science videos. With sections such as Junior Geology and Secrets of Geoparks, it introduces knowledge about granite landforms, and explains the scientific value and sustainable development connotation of geoparks, opening a window for the public to learn about Sanqingshan and global geoparks worldwide.
Embark on a journey to explore the world-class granite peak forest wonders, trace the lingering charm of thousand-year-old Taoist culture, experience the red memories of Huaiyushan, traverse the ecological corridor of vertically distributed vegetation, set off on a geological study tour, and decode the ancient geological mysteries of Zihu — all in one trip to witness the magnificent poem of Earth's evolution and the harmonious symphony of nature and humanity.
We provide practical information including ticket prices, opening hours, booking channels and preferential policies, helping you reasonably arrange your geotour itinerary and sightseeing plans.
Whether you want to enjoy the views on the mountain or take a rest at the foot, you will find a wide range of accommodation options here, including international brand resort hotels, art homestay clusters, mountain inns, budget chain hotels and mountain camping sites, in various styles and price ranges. We provide detailed addresses and contact information for you to choose flexibly according to your hiking route and budget, ensuring a comfortable and worry-free stay.
We have prepared special delicacies and local products of Sanqingshan. While admiring the geological wonders of the mountain, you are warmly invited to taste authentic local flavors and take home a piece of travel memory.
