Foping National Nature Reserve (Sanguanmiao & Liangfengya)
佛坪国家级自然保护区
One of the highest-density wild giant panda areas on the south slope of the Qinling Mountains. Sanguanmiao and Liangfengya are classic places to track pandas and golden snub-nosed monkeys.
Foping National Nature Reserve was established in 1978. It is one of the areas with the highest density of wild giant pandas on the south slope of the Qinling Mountains, and it is also home to golden snub-nosed monkeys, takin, crested ibis, and other rare animals. The Sanguanmiao Protection Station is the main base for research and wildlife observation. Liangfengya lies within the core zone and features a "Panda Eye" ecological landmark, with views of Guangtou Mountain in the Qinling range. It is about 50 kilometers from the county town. The core zone is closed to ordinary visitors. Ecotourism must be booked through the reserve or an accredited agency and led by a guide. Visitors must not feed wildlife or approach it.
Opening hours
Reservation required; follow reserve rules