Shennongjia Scenic Area (神農(nóng)架風(fēng)景區(qū))

Shennonjia Scenic Area, located in the south part of Shennongjia Forestry District, is famous for its varied plant species as well as solemn mountains. Regarded as the "Lungs of Central China", the forest coverage exceeds 90 percent of the area. The average latitude in the mountains is 1,700 meters and the Shennong Peak, the highest mountain of the area, features a height of 3,105 meters above sea level. Due to the special climate, it is neither too hot in summer nor too cold in winter. Sometimes clouds stretch around mountains, rewarding tourists will unforgettable views. Besides, the area is home to some rare animals such as golden monkeys, white bears and antelope.

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Admission: 140 yuan