Why is Mount Hua so famous?

Mount Hua is renowned for its steep trails, particularly the one-foot-wide Changkong plank path on the south peak comprising three narrow wooden boards affixed to the cliff by steel rods. Climbers make their way along it facing the cliff with the help of an iron chain similarly attached to the cliff face.



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The 2154m tall Mount Huashan is considered to be one of 5 sacred mountains in China, and locals know it as the “most precipitous mountain under heaven”. Adorned with influential Taoist temples, this mountain has been part of folklore for thousands of years.

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The sheer number of temples and religious constructions on and around the mountain demonstrate just how spiritually significant it is. With all of the myths, history and spirituality behind it, Mount Hua has truly lived up to its reputation as one of the Five Great Mountains of China.

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Mount Hua (simplified Chinese: ??; traditional Chinese: ??; pinyin: Huà Shan) is a mountain located near the city of Huayin in Shaanxi Province, about 120 kilometres (75 mi) east of Xi'an. It is the Western Mountain of the Five Great Mountains of China and has a long history of religious significance.

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This terrifying route is famous for being the most dangerous hike in the entire world, and though no official statistics are kept, it's rumoured that around 100 people have plummeted to their deaths on the walk. Damn, now that really is a long way to fall. Now, it's not all doom and gloom.

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The total trekking time is 3-5 hours. If you start the journey in the morning, you can comfortably return by sunset. Mt Huashan hike costs about 30 USD, depending on the month of the year. Best time to take this hike is from April to October, when the weather is quite pleasant.

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Consequently HuaShan has been worshipped as a site of natural abundance for many centuries, possibly for millennium. The beauty and rich terrain of Huashan is enhanced by its profound historical and cultural significance. It is one of the five Taoist sacred mountains of China.

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Mount Hua (also known as Huashan) is in central China's Shaanxi Province, not far from the famed terracotta soldiers.

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According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail in China is Meili Snow Mountains Pilgrimage.

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