Wangshun Mountain
王顺山
A granite mountain scenic area in Lantian, with strange peaks, sheer cliffs and autumn foliage. A cable car takes you up for views.
Wangshun Mountain is in Lanqiao Town, Lantian County, on the northern slope of the Qinling Mountains. It is a national forest park. Legend says that the filial son Wang Shun buried his mother here by carrying earth, which gave the mountain its name. It is known for its granite peaks, cliffs and autumn foliage. The main peak, Yuhuang Summit, rises about 2,200 meters, and a cable car runs up the mountain to an observation deck with sweeping views. Admission is about 60 yuan, and the cable car is charged separately. It is about 60 km from downtown, roughly 1.5 hours by car.
Opening hours
About 08:00–17:30
Nearby sights
- Bailuyuan Film City
- Emperor Qinshihuang's Mausoleum Site Museum (Terracotta Army)
- The Everlasting Regret Show
- Huaqing Palace
- Xingjiao Temple
- Xi'an Banpo Museum
- Xi'an Expo Park
- Mount Cuihua