Jing'an County
An ecological county near Nanchang, with forested valleys and ancient Zen temples, ideal for a weekend in the hills.
Jing'an County lies in the northwest of Jiangxi Province and is administered by Yichun, at the southern foot of the Jiuling Mountains not far from Nanchang. It has high forest coverage and is known for its excellent environment. Sanzhualun National Forest Park has tranquil stream valleys, and Baofeng Zen Temple, associated with the Zen master Mazu Daoyi, is an important Buddhist heritage site. Rural guesthouses and outdoor activities such as rafting and hiking are also popular. Summer suits cooling off in the water, and spring and autumn suit climbing and scenery. You can drive or take a bus from Nanchang via expressway.