"Shan" in China means mountain. Buddhism and Taoism set their preferred holy places on top of challenging climbing The walk generally starts with a gentle path surrounded by nature.
QingCheng Shan
On the way there are always beautiful spot, temples, sacred rocks and passages.
Huashan, Xi'an
Huashan, Xi'an
QingCheng Shan
Huashan, Xi'an
QingCheng Shan
QingCheng Shan
Huashan, Xi'an
QingCheng Shan
QingCheng Shan
Chinese like steps. The stairways to reach the top are tremendously steep. Sometimes it is even impossible to stay stand, as the steps are so tiny, close and steep.
Huashan, Xi'an
Huashan, Xi'an
Unfortunately the weather is not always appalling, in most cases chimes are surrounded by clouds. This contributes to render the whole atmosphere even more mystic though.
Huashan, Xi'an
QingCheng Shan
Huashan, Xi'an
The way down may be even harder. But if you are so tired you don't feel to take it over again... there are some extended facilities
Huashan, Xi'an
QingCheng Shan