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Baquan Gorge
Baquan Gorge or Eight Spring Gorge, covered a total area of 24 square kilometers, is located in Huguan county of Changzhi City. Known as the most magnificent gorge in Taihang Mountain Grand Canyon, it is rated by many as being the must-see place to go in the canyon.
There are eight major streams from one fountainhead in the middle to rear section of the gorge, giving it the name Eight Spring Gorge. In the middle section, there are two additional fountainheads from which other streams flow.
Baquan Gorge has an elevation ranging from 600 meters to around 1,400 m, with a maximum drop of about 1,100 m. Baquan Gorge Scenic Area features 36 main attractions, including a gatehouse, the gorge landscape, gurgling springs, cableways and mountain trails.
Baquan Gorge Scenic Area is the most comprehensive and beautiful scenic spot, with a complete tourism infrastructure, in the canyon. It was formally rated as a national 5A tourist attraction on Jan 8. 2017.
Travel Tips
Address: Taihang Mountain Grand Canyon, Huguan county, Changzhi city, Shanxi province
Tel: 400-0710-999
Opening Hours:08:00-17:00
Admission Fees: CNY 100
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