Guanrifeng (sunrise peak) on Mount Taishan

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Mount Taishan, with its main peak rising 1,545 meters above sea level in central Shandong Province, has, since ancient times, been a mountain held in high esteem by the Chinese people. It is known as the First of the Five Sacred Mountains, on China's central plains. It is the third highest of the five. Its reputation comes mostly from its cultural position. According to historical records, Mount Taishan became a sacred place where emperors went to offer sacrifices and meditate in the Zhou Dynasty over 1,000 years before the Christian era. A total of 72 emperors were recorded as visiting it. Men of letters also came to acquire inspiration, to compose poems, write essays, paint and take pictures. Hence, a great many cultural relics were left on the mountain.

Guanrifeng is right located on the southeast of Yuhuangding onMount Taishan, a perfect place for watching the sunrise.

Author: Wang Kaibo

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