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The Dragon Gate of Xishan, Yunnan: A stunning natural and cultural treasure.

The Dragon Gate of Xishan, Yunnan, stands atop Xishan in Kunming and is a breathtaking sight. The Dragon Gate is known for its precarious location. It is carved into a cliff, more than 300 meters above the surface of Dianchi Lake, and seems to hang in the sky, giving people a sense of "a building in the air". The grotto art is even more exquisite, with round and relief sculptures of Taoist immortals, vivid forms, and clever layouts. The surrounding Sanqing Pavilion ancient architectural complex is scattered at different heights, showing the charm of ancient Taoist culture. The cultural value here is extremely high, and inscriptions and couplets can be seen everywhere, recording the history of the grotto excavation, and the inscriptions of celebrities add a strong cultural heritage. The folk legend of "carp leaping over the dragon gate" gives the Dragon Gate a beautiful meaning. Standing on the Dragon Gate and looking into the distance, you can see the 500-mile Dianchi Lake, the vast smoke and waves, the sky and the water are the same color, the green mountains, white clouds, green trees, and white houses reflect each other, like a poem and a painting. The Dragon Gate of Xishan, Yunnan, is a masterpiece of the perfect integration of nature and culture, waiting for people to appreciate its unique charm.
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Posted: Sep 27, 2024
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