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Shiren Mountain Scenic Area is located in the west of Lushan County, and covers an area of about 268 square kilometers (66,224 acres). The site is famous for its curiously shaped peaks, tall waterfalls, rich forests, hot natural springs and a long granite glide-slop. The majestic Shiren Mountain lies in the eastern section of the Funiu Mountain range, with its highest peak measuring 2,153 meters (7,064 feet) tall.
The beauty of the area almost defies description. The mountains are dotted with a variety of unique rock formations – some claim they resemble people, generals, lotus flowers, fingers and even phoenixes. These wondrous sights are further enhanced by the ever-changing positions of the clouds and mist, which rest over the peaks like in the scene of a fairytale.
Beautiful Water Scenery Springs, streams, waterfalls and deep pools are found throughout the scenic area. Over time, the flow of the water from springs has worn away the rock to form streams, winding over their rocky beds, filling the surrounding area with relaxing, tranquil sounds. In its continuing journey over mountain ledges and through deep valleys, the motion of water has slowly given rise to the formation of waterfalls of different shapes and sizes. The most famous one of these is the Jiuqu Waterfall, which weaves its way around nine of the mountain bends. Another noted waterfall, the Yinxian Waterfall, is so narrow that it runs like a silver thread over the contours of the rock.
Beneath the waterfalls, hiding in the steep gullies and forests at the mountain's foot, are a number of hot water springs. All together there are five groups of springs, each rich in terms of both the quality and quantity of its water. The water is said to be good for people's health and supposedly can be used to treat a variety of diseases.
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