Yangyuan Stone
阳元石
A natural stone pillar about 28 meters tall with a striking shape, the most famous 'strange rock under heaven' in Danxiashan.
Yangyuan Stone stands in the Yangyuan Stone scenic area. It is a natural sandstone-conglomerate pillar about 28 meters high and 7 meters in diameter. Its shape closely resembles a male reproductive organ, earning it the name 'the number one strange rock under heaven.' It is a typical product of vertical jointing and differential weathering in Danxiashan's landform. Take the scenic-area bus from the visitor center to Yangyuan Stone stop, then walk about 15 minutes along the trail to the viewpoint. Along the way are Xianglong Lake (its outline looks like a dragon), Wolong Ridge (Crouching Dragon Ridge) and viewing pavilions, which can be combined into a half-day route. Yinyuan Stone, also in Danxiashan, sits in another scenic area and echoes Yangyuan Stone. Admission is included in the Danxiashan main ticket. The best time for photos is morning, when the rock glows bright orange-red in front light. Most of the trail is steps, so older people and children should pace themselves.
Opening hours
About 07:30–17:30
Nearby sights
- Danxiashan Museum
- Zhanglao Peak Area
- Yinyuan Stone
- Jinjiang River
- Xiafu Village & Chahu Peak
- Bazhai
- Shitang Ancient Village
- Fengcai Tower & Dongjie Old Street