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Xixia Gorge Scenic Area, also known as Ode to Xixia Scenic Area, 西狭颂景区, lies in the foothills of Tianjing Mountain in Yuqiaoxia Gorge, 13 km on the west of Chenxian County. The scenic spot has the breathtaking beauty of nature and towering cliffs. The running spring water in the gorge sends spray in every direction and the flow of water is ever-changing due to the jagged stones, all of which make it a scenic resort. Everywhere is waterfall, turbulent flow, ponds and small lakes.

Ode to Xixia, also known as Huianxibiao, a calligraphy work, was carved in 171 A.D. of the Eastern Han Dynasty. It is the best-preserved inscription work on precipices of Eastern Han dynasty in China, commonly known as Huanglong Monumental Inscription and Calligraphy, which has high valuefor archaeological research and calligraphic appreciation.

Xixia Gorge boasts of unique hills and water beautiful. The views in front of your eyes are the skyscraping Mountains sprung from the ground on one side and cliffs with varying heights on the other side. The cliff is covered with a thick growth of trees, and sky-kissing ancient trees which are twined by vines. The river between the cliffs and the mountain trickles through the valley and in certain places rushes down over the rocks. The most interesting scene is the water hanging down from the cliff like bead curtains dropping from above, making a tremendous spectacle.

Travel Tips
Add: 13 km away from downtown Chengxian County,Longnan City of Gansu Province
Opening Hours: 08:00-18:00
Entrance Fee: CNY 30