Dongfang Mountain
东方山
A Buddhist mountain and 4A scenic area on the outskirts of Huangshi. Honghua Chan Temple has a long history, and the summit overlooks Cihu Lake and the city.
The main peak of Dongfang Mountain rises about 600 m. It is named after Dongfang Shuo, who lived in seclusion here during the Han dynasty. Honghua Chan Temple, first built in the Tang dynasty, is a famous Buddhist centre in southeastern Hubei, and ancient trees line the route. You can hike up in about 1.5 hours or drive to the top, where the view extends over the Huangshi urban area and the Yangtze. The entrance fee is about 20 yuan, and the site is open about 07:00–17:30. It lies in Xialu District, about 12 km from the centre, reachable by bus or taxi, and it draws many pilgrims on lunar festival days.
Opening hours
Approx. 7:00 am–5:30 pm
Nearby sights
- Huangshi National Mine Park
- Huangshi Museum
- Qinglongshan Park (Daye)
- Tuanchengshan Park
- Cihu Lake
- Tonglushan Ancient Copper Mine
- Huaxin Cement Plant Heritage
- Huangshi Yangtze River Bridge