The most beautiful part of Taihang Mountain is the Jiulian Mountain Scenic Area

Henan Province, Huixian City, Jiulian Mountain Scenic Area: Named for the nine mountain peaks in the scenic area that look like a blooming lotus, the nine peaks surround the central 'Jiulian Platform' and stand proudly. There are many canyons in the scenic area, where you can see many waterfalls falling straight down, and there is a 999-step ladder leading to the sky, which is very spectacular. Xilian Canyon, from the entrance of the scenic area to the ladder, the relative height of the cliffs on both sides of the canyon is between 30 meters and more than 200 meters. The main natural landscapes are Tianmenkou, Jiulian Pool, Tianhu Waterfall, and ladder. The Jiulian Mountain Scenic Area of Taihang is located in Songshuping Village, Shabali Town, Huixian City, and is the most beautiful part of Taihang Mountain in the south. The Jiulian Mountain Scenic Area of Taihang is named for its nine peaks connected like a lotus. The total area of the scenic area is 25 square kilometers, composed of two canyons and a red rock cliff. The developed areas in 2009 are Xilianxia Natural Mountain and Water Tourist Area and Xiaoxitian Folk Belief Tourist Area. The Jiulian Mountain Scenic Area of Taihang is a key scenic spot in Henan Province, a national AAAA scenic spot, a national geological park, and a natural macaque protection area. Chinese name Jiulian Mountain Scenic Area Geographic location Bari Town Songshuping Village Climate conditions Temperate continental monsoon climate Opening hours 08:00-18:00 Scenic spot level National AAAA scenic spot Jiulian Mountain was formed between 800 million and 570 million years ago in the Sinian and Cambrian periods of the Proterozoic. In June 2008, the Xinxiang City Development and Reform Commission approved the planning and establishment of the Jiulian Mountain Scenic Area, with a total investment of 280 million yuan and a first-phase development investment of 57 million yuan. The scenic area develops and implements overall planning and phased development. What was presented to tourists in April 2009 was the 'Xiaoxitian' folk belief tourist area and the Xilianxia mountain and water tourist area, with a completed development investment of 36 million yuan. On April 26, 2009, the Jiulian Mountain Scenic Area at the southern foot of the Taihang Mountains officially opened to receive tourists.