Dinghu Mountain is composed mainly of Dinghu Mountain, Chicken Coop Mountain and Lying Tiger Mountain and some others. The sea level of the highest peak Chicken Coop Mountain is 1,000.8m, which is the highest peak in the Zhujiang Delta.
As the most famed one of the four well-known mountains in Guangdong, Dinghu Mountain Scenic Area is the tourist attraction where you can not only appreciate the natural scenery but also feel strong religious atmosphere. It is composed of more than 10 mountains involving Dinghu, Sanbao, Fenglai, Jilong, Fuhu, Qingshi Mountains and Shizi Mountain Range. The main peak Jilong Mountain, which is at the elevation of 1000.8 meters, is the highest both in the scenic area and in the Pearl River Delta Area. Built in 1633, Qingyun Temple is one of the four renowned temples in Lingnan area for it is frequently visited by people. The scenic area enjoys picturesque scenery and thick forests. There is a lush forest with an area of 4000 hectares. There live birds of over 170 types, beasts of 30 types and snacks of 20 types.
The Heavenly Brook Scenic Area, the Tianhu Scenic Area and the Yunxi Scenic Area are included. Major scenic spots are Winding path in the clouds, Adventure in Heavenly Lake,Lying Tiger Listening to the sound of brooks, Buddha bathing in the holy water, Dragon hidden in the ancient pond and White clouds embracing ancient trees.
Opening Time:
7:00a.m.-18:00p.m.
How to get there:
Tourists can take buses from Guangzhou to Zhaoqing at Guangzhou Bus Station starting every 15 minutes and get off at the Paifang bus station at No.321 National Highway and then walk about 2km to the gate of Dinghu Mount. Take buses from Guangzhou to Zhaoqing at Yuexiu Nan Bus station and get off at the Puddle Station and then take an electro-mobile or walk about 15 minutes to the gate. If in the city, Bus No.15 can drive you there.
Travel Tips:
1. Food: Huarong Hotel at the gate of Dinghu Mountain and the Dajiale River Fish Boat are good choices. If you are a vegetarian, the restaurant of Dinghu International Club and the dinning hall of Qingyun Temple shouldn t be missed.
2. Accommodation: Dinghu Summer Villa and the Holiday Village in Qingyun Temple are at reasonable price with good environment.
3. Special products: vegetarian diet, tea cake, purple menses
4. Advice: free from 6:30 to 18:30