Dashan Selenium-rich Village
大山村
A longevity village in the heart of Xianyu Mountain, with selenium-rich tea gardens, Longtan Waterfall, and nearly 200 guesthouses, a model of slow-paced summer wellness in southern Anhui.
Dashan Village sits in a valley at about 500 meters elevation on Xianyu Mountain, famous for its selenium-rich soil and its high proportion of residents over 80. The village nestles between mountains and water. Nearby attractions include Longtan Waterfall, the Fuxi Divine Spring, a grove of ancient chinquapin trees, and the Tianfang Selenium-rich Organic Tea Garden, where visitors can try picking and processing tea. The village has nearly 200 guesthouses, and in summer visitors from Shanghai, Nanjing, and other cities often come for extended stays to escape the heat. Entry to the village is free. Driving from the county seat takes about one hour on mountain roads.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Xianyu Mountain & Jugenling Ancient Road
- Yanjia Ancient Village
- Guniujiang Scenic Area
- Penglai Fairy Cave
- Qiupu River Scenic Area
- Zuishanye Scenic Area
- Guaitan Rafting
- Baizhangya Waterfall