Zhuangyuan Rock
状元岩
The youthful study site of Zou Yinglong, a Southern Song zhuangyuan (top-ranking scholar); a study hall sits inside a Danxia rock cavity, and the summit overlooks the Shangqing Stream gorge.
Zhuangyuan Rock lies on the south side of the Shangqing Stream scenic area. Legend has it that Zou Yinglong, a Southern Song zhuangyuan, studied diligently in this rock cavity as a young man. Inside the cave are a study hall and shrine, and there are carved inscriptions on the cliff face. A stone-step climb of about 40 minutes passes red Danxia cliffs and mixed woodland, and the summit viewpoint overlooks the winding Shangqing Stream gorge. The site is modest in size and suits a visit before or after a raft trip. Admission follows the scenic area’s published prices.
Opening hours
08:00–17:00
Nearby sights
- Jiulong Pool
- Shangqing Stream
- Ming-Qing Garden
- Shangshudi Ming Residence
- Taining Old Town
- Dajin Lake
- Zhaixia Grand Canyon
- Ganlu Rock Temple